Italy’s Unexpected New Hub for High-Quality Riesling
Lombardy has become a Riesling hotbed thanks to a new generation of producers in Oltrepò Pavese crafting some of Italy’s most prominent expressions of the grape
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A cultural exchange with Georgian winemakers, ANsomigaFORA has helped Romagnoli producers rediscover the region’s native grape varieties through qvevri
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A new generation of producers in Italy’s premier sparkling wine region are casting off decades of French influence to pursue metodo classico wines with a more genuine sense of place
Alto Adige’s Burgeoning Biodynamic Movement
From small producers to large cooperatives, a paradigm shift in farming practices is taking root in this conservative corner of northern Italy
A Wine Renaissance in Calabria
A focus on indigenous grapes, terroir-driven winemaking, and a burgeoning natural wine movement push this overlooked Italian region in the spotlight
A New Generation of Natural-Wine Producers Is Revolutionizing Italy’s Lazio Region
By embracing age-old traditions and organic viticulture, a handful of quality-minded winemakers are changing the region’s reputation
A Day in the Life of Alto Piemonte Champion Cristiano Garella
The winemaker partners with two wineries while consulting on 20 others and promoting the region abroad
Chronicling the Renaissance of Italy’s Alto Piemonte Region
An ancient winegrowing area is making a comeback after a long hiatus—and garnering acclaim
How the Drinks Industry is Stepping Up to Provide Jobs for Ex-Offenders
Exploring beverage and hospitality programs that are creating pathways to employment and reducing recidivism
Little-Known Italian Grapes on the Rise
From Rossese Bianco to Schioppettino, these emerging varieties should be on your radar
Why Italy Is Trying to Ban Australian Nero d’Avola in U.K. Markets
First Prosecco, now Nero d’Avola—the continuing trademark battle over grape variety names
