Art of Waiting
Winemaking is usually a frantic race against the clock: pick the grapes, crush them immediately to preserve freshness and avoid oxidation. In Valpolicella, a series of limestone valleys spreading north of Verona
The New Guard of Italian Wine
The world of Italian wine has long been a domain shaped by men. The image of the patriarch, the padrone, handing down the secrets of the cellar from father to son, is
The Italian Harvest
Across the Italian peninsula, from the steep Alpine slopes of Alto Adige to the sun-scorched volcanic soils of Pantelleria, late summer and early autumn are marked by a ritual that is as
The Geopolitics of Taste: Italian Agri-Food Navigates U.S. Tariffs and Forges New Global Routes
The intricate dance of international trade has entered a challenging new phase. The establishment of a general 15% tariff ceiling on most EU goods entering the United States, a figure born from
Vinitaly 2025: a Celebration of Italian Wine Amidst Global Tides
Verona is once again playing host to the illustrious Vinitaly, the premier international exhibition dedicated to wines and spirits. This year’s edition, unfolding over these early days of April, reaffirms Italy’s unwavering
Barolo: a king among wines
Barolo, often referred to as “the king of wines” or “the wine of kings,” is a prestigious Italian red wine that has captivated wine enthusiasts around the globe. Its unique characteristics, derived