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Here is an interesting historical document of harvesting in the past

Top 10 Best Wine Regions in Italy

The August issue of Harpers Wine & Spirit is here, just as the sun graces us and a new government steps in. These changes bring fresh opportunities for our industry: a heightened thirst for quality drinks and a government seemingly prioritising economic stability and business growth. We're thrilled to feature Miles Beale of the Wine & Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) on our Soapbox page. Beale eloquently welcomes the focus on economic growth and emphasizes the vital role of the drinks trade in this mission. His call for a dialogue with the new government is clear, particularly stressing the urgent need to permanently retain the duty easement on wine before it expires on February 1, 2025. This issue also unveils our annual Unusual Suspects report, showcasing emerging wine regions. Tim Atkin MW perfectly captures this sentiment: “More regions are crafting great stuff than ever before… This has changed the way we perceive ‘fine’ wine.” Dive into our detailed exploration of Central & Eastern European wines, spotlighting Hungary, Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, Georgia, and more. Plus, discover wineries from the Azores to Japan, and insights into China’s UK market potential. Join us in celebrating this diverse and exciting time for the drinks trade: https://lnkd.in/dPqcnXka #HarpersWineSpirit #WSTA #WineTrade #EconomicGrowth #UnusualSuspects #WineDiscovery #FineWine

Today is your last chance to gain exposure to a diversified portfolio of wine from Tuscany and Piedmont.

Georgian wine traditions – what do you know about one of the oldest winery traditions? In the newest episode of the Caucasus Podcast we’ll talk with the expert from Tsereteli Wine, Nikoloz Tsirgvava who explained us the main Georgian traditions, qvevri wine production, making of the Georgian wines and how the Georgian wine is being produced nowadays. #Georgian #georgianwine #traditions #businessingeorgia

Discover the best of Portugal in wine and food Portuguese wines are the result of a succession of traditions introduced in Portugal by the various civilizations that followed one another there, such as the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks and, above all, the Romans. Portugal has the oldest appellation system in the world, the Douro Demarcated Region. This region, among others, such as Vinho Verde, produces some of the most exquisite, exclusive and valued wines in the world. The vast amount of native grape varieties (about 285) allows for the production of a wide variety of wines with very different personalities. The quality and unique character of its wines make Portugal a reference among the main producing countries, with a prominent and growing place among the 10 main prod.

Bounce has ranked Moldova second for their Best places to visit for wine connoisseurs (yay) Though it may not be the first country that springs to mind when considering wine tourism, the Eastern European country of Moldova is a hidden gem with a rich winemaking history that stretches back over 5,000 years. Moldova’s vineyards cover 122-kilo hectares, which works out as 3.6% of this small country’s area, more than any other on this list. The Codru region, located in the central part of the country, is one of Moldova’s most important and historically significant wine-producing areas. There are also 21 wine tours and tastings per million people, taking in the country’s extensive network of underground wine cellars, the most famous of which is the Mileștii Mici - Guinness Book Record holder. Read more - here -https://lnkd.in/emp6ANA8

Why is Italian wine unique and one of the best in the world? IL VINO Italiano 🍷 is not just an alcoholic beverage, but much more. Wine for Italians is first and foremost an expression of national culture and the territory, while in second place it is a source of pleasure and in third place a way to be together. The culture of Italian wine has a long and glorious history, over 4,000 years. Viticulture has been practiced in Italy since ancient times, and the tradition of wine is deeply rooted in Italian culture 🍷🇮🇹🍷 VIVA IL VINO ITALIANO 🥂

Verona is in the middle of Veneto, the most prolific wine region in Italy. Here's how to prioritize your Verona wine region experience - and note which famous wine region we excluded from our list.  https://bit.ly/3Ybso6M