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Franciacorta announced it will become the exclusive Sparkling Wine Partner of the Michelin Guide ceremonies in the U.S. for the next three years and sponsor the Sommelier of the Year Awards. Since 2021, Franciacorta has been a Destination Partner of the Michelin Guide in Italy. Later this year, the California Michelin Guide Ceremony will kick off t...

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The 2024 grape harvest has officially started in Italy. As often happens, Sicily kicks off what is one of the longest harvest periods in Europe, with grape picking continuing in various Italian regions until late October, or even early November.  Cantina Settesoli, a large cooperative in the province of Agrigento managing 6,000 hectares of vineyard...

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Prosecco is so mass produced that it’s important to understand the regions that are making quality Prosecco including Asolo and its neighbor Conegliano Valdobbiadene. Today we focus on the Prosecco wines of Asolo that are named after the town itself within the Treviso province of the Veneto region in northeastern Italy. Located only about 1 hour no...

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From spectacular mountain ranges to charming coastal towns on the Italian Riviera and magnificent lakes like Como, Maggiore, and Garda, northern Italy offers so much for travelers to explore. A great way to do this is on an epic road trip through the stunning countryside, away from chaotic urban areas, which can be teeming with tourists during the...

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Abby Kaelin, raised on a fruit and vegetable farm in Butler, always has been passionate about specialty crops. As an agribusiness management major in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences, Kaelin eagerly enrolled in a course on the science and business of winemaking, which included a two-week excursion to Italy. “My family doesn’t grow grap...

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The Val di Cembra, in Trentino-Alto Adige, is a valley characterized by breathtaking landscapes and a remarkable winemaking tradition marked by grape terraces that rise up to 900 m above sea level. The grapes grown include mainly Müller-Thurgau and Chardonnay. The vineyards are supported by dry stone walls and represent centuries of traditional agr...

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The best sweet wine in the world? It comes from Italy and it is Tenuta di Capezzana’s Vin Santo di Carmignano Riserva 2016, once again “Champion” in its category at the “International Wine Challenge” 2024 in London, a prestigious event that crossed the finish line of edition No. 40 and awarded prizes to producers from 38 countries around the world....

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Over the past 20 years, Italy's share of the global wine export market has grown from 17% (in 2003) to 22% (in 2023), while France's share has declined from 38% to 33%, new data has shown. This growth solidifies Italy's position as the second-largest wine exporter globally. Italy is now the leading wine exporter to 51 countries, compared to France'...

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Nestled in the heart of Lambertville, New Jersey, Angelico Winery stands as a testament to a harmonious blend of diverse heritages, deep-rooted passion, and unwavering dedication to winemaking. The story of Angelico Winery is as rich and intriguing as the wines produced there, encapsulating a journey that spans continents and generations.  The ince...

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The best-known Italian wines may indeed be red - Brunello di Montalcino, Barolo, Barbaresco and Amarone immediately come to mind - but the country’s white wines are no less special. While some who read these words may think that Italian whites are simple and less than remarkable, thanks in large part to the volumes of Pinot Grigio being produced in...

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