n December, many events open to the public in London, Rome, New York, Milan and Paris to present the new collection of the fashion house.

Collavini , a historic Friulian company, renews its collaboration with the Moschino brand and in the Christmas month toasts in the major fashion capitals with Il Grigio , the first Friulian sparkling wine made from Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay grapes, created more than 50 years ago. The company from Corno di Rosazzo (Udine) will participate in the presentation events of the new collection of the famous fashion house, which will begin on Thursday 5 December in Paris and London , then on Saturday 7 in Rome , on Friday 13 overseas in the New York boutique, and finally in Milan on Saturday 14.

“We are happy to have collaborated for years with an authoritative and iconic brand like Moschino – says Luigi Collavini , owner of the company together with his brother Giovanni and his father Manlio –. Grigio represents our history and passion, enclosing the essence of the territory in every glass. It is exciting to see how this sparkling wine, born more than fifty years ago, continues to be appreciated all over the world”.

The history of Il Grigio begins with its debut at Vinitaly in 1973, becoming a faithful companion for toasts at the most exclusive parties in the 1970s and 1980s. In 1985, in fact, it accompanied the trip to Italy of Prince Charles and Princess Diana , as evidenced by a letter of thanks sent by Buckingham Palace to Manlio Collavini for the gift to the Princes of Wales.

Loved by celebrities such as Renato Pozzetto, Cochi Ponzoni, Teo Teocoli, Enzo Jannacci, Steno and Guido Nicheli, Il Grigio immediately achieved success in the most exclusive clubs and bars in Milan. Collavini’s sparkling wine was also an ingredient for years in the famous Bellini at Harry’s Bar in Venice, an iconic location for the international jet set, and a toast of good luck for Alitalia and Air Canada passengers.

Even today it is confirmed as the ideal bubble to celebrate special moments: the label, redesigned in 2023 for fifty years of success, reflects Manlio Collavini’s passion for a style inspired by Liberty and Art Nouveau . The design, taken from an image discovered in an ancient book and inspired by the work of Aubrey Beardsley, an English illustrator contemporary of Oscar Wilde, was adapted for the Il Grigio label: the small silver spirals recall the harmony of the vine’s cirrus clouds.

Bright straw yellow in color with greenish veins, Il Grigio presents itself to the nose as fragrant and fresh, with notes of golden apple, pear and bread crust. The rounded flavor is harmonious and persistent. It lends itself to being served as an aperitif or to accompany vegetarian first courses and baked fish.

The Enantio Riserva 1865 Prefillossera is a witness to the excellence of Italian winemaking for Francs de Pied. At the gala evening, the special guest was Prince Albert II of Monaco.

On Tuesday, November 12 in Monte Carlo, the French association Francs de Pied selected the Enantio Riserva 1865 Prefillossera di Roeno as the only Italian wine to represent the winemaking excellence of the Bel Paese. Among the special guests of the exclusive gala event was His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco , a long-time passionate supporter of rare wines and authentic territories.

Enantio Riserva 1865 Prefillossera , the flagship product of the company from Brentino Belluno (Verona), has its roots in the Terradeiforti , in a unique wine and cultural heritage. The historic ungrafted variety, rediscovered thanks to the research work of the Veronese winemaking reality, tells the story of the strength of the territory and its traditions, expressed with depth and character in every sip. “Being selected by Francs de Pied, an association that promotes wines produced with ungrafted vines, is a great honor for us,” says Cristina Fugatti , owner of Roeno . “It is a great recognition that highlights the importance of preserving native varieties and ancient winemaking techniques. A milestone that gives me double satisfaction on a research and rediscovery project undertaken firsthand at the university, in which I stubbornly believed and which has brought us this far today.”

The highlight of the evening was the charity auction in which all the ungrafted wines present at the event were auctioned: the proceeds will go to support initiatives to preserve and promote the wine heritage. The Enantio Riserva Prefillossera 1865 , thanks to its historical value and unique organoleptic profile, was among the labels most appreciated by the participants, seeing its prestige recognized at an international level. “The selection of our Enantio Riserva – declared Martina Centa , brand manager and representative of the third generation of Roeno – encourages us to continue the work of preserving our roots and our unique varieties. We are honored to have brought a piece of our history and our land to Monte Carlo, to share it with important personalities and with those who recognize the value of authenticity in every glass.”

The Francs de Pied evening in Monte Carlo was a unique moment for Roeno, which consolidates its commitment to promoting the territory and ancient Italian wine varieties.

The soft lights of the houses, the enveloping atmosphere of Christmas and the warmth of the laid tables intertwine in a moment of joy and sharing.

It is precisely in this context that the wines of Valpolicella, with their elegant and complex notes, reveal themselves to be the undisputed protagonists, capable of enhancing the dishes of the holidays and making every toast an unforgettable moment. The magic of Christmas is reflected in the glasses of Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG and Recioto della Valpolicella DOCG, two wine treasures that can express the extraordinary quality of a territory nestled among the hills of Verona. It is here, in the heart of Valpolicella, that the thousand-year-old passion for viticulture is transformed into wines that preserve the scents and flavors of a generous land, perfect for accompanying the holidays with refinement and warmth.

Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG is a wine of great prestige and complexity, born from the traditional technique of drying grapes. Amarone encloses a range of penetrating aromas on the nose, ranging from ripe red fruit to sweet spices, to nuances of cocoa and tobacco. Its full-bodied and harmonious structure makes it the ideal pairing for sumptuous holiday second courses, such as braised beef in red wine or classic roast beef, but Amarone is also perfect for accompanying mature cheeses, such as Asiago DOP Stravecchio, enhancing the depth of flavors with its intensity.

Recioto della Valpolicella DOCG, on the other hand, is the sweet spirit of this territory. A forerunner of Amarone, it is also obtained by drying the grapes, but requires a stop in the fermentation to preserve the percentage of sugar necessary to guarantee its typical structure. The result is a soft wine with a strong aroma of dried fruit and cherries in alcohol that blend in a perfect balance between sweetness and freshness. Recioto is the ideal accompaniment for holiday desserts, from the traditional Torta Sbrisolona to the more classic Pandoro; also perfect with blue cheeses, it creates a sublime contrast that enhances the richness of the Christmas holidays.

The Consortium for the Protection of Valpolicella Wines, guardian of this thousand-year-old tradition, is one of the partners of the European campaign “That’s Amore – European lifestyle: taste wonderfood”, which aims to promote and encourage the spread and knowledge on the Italian, German and Czech markets of certified products with high quality and food safety standards as well as strongly representative of the territory of origin and production. In addition to the wines protected by the Valpolicella Consortium such as Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG, Valpolicella DOC, Valpolicella Ripasso DOC and Recioto della Valpolicella DOCG, the other protagonists of the campaign are some of the flagships of Made in Italy such as Asiago DOP cheese, Nano Vialone Veronese IGP rice, Garda DOP extra virgin olive oil, Tergeste DOP extra virgin olive oil and Veneto DOP extra virgin olive oil, all varieties protected by the Verona Oil Producers Association. A symphony of flavours and traditions, making Christmas a perfect occasion to celebrate the best of Europe’s gastronomic heritage.

From the early 90s to the present day for a wonderful journey to discover long-lived wine.

From 10am to 1.30pm reserved for press, operators and sommeliers. From 1.30pm open to the public. End of event at 7pm  

The incredible journey that can be experienced at the 13th edition of Life of Wine, a unique event dedicated to the refinement of wines in bottles from established Italian wineries, which will be held on Sunday 24 November in the splendid spaces of the Hotel Villa Pamphili in Rome, will start in the early 1990s.

There will be 48 wineries from all over the country that will bring micro vertical tastings of their most significant labels, to allow the public to appreciate the evolution in the bottle of long-lasting wines.

The protagonists of this new edition of Life of Wine will be:

AGRICULTURAL MEVANTE

ANTONELLI SAN MARCO

BADIA A COLTIBUONO

BEAUTIFUL HILL

BOSCARELLI

CAIAROSSA

PRISCO’S CELLAR

VENOSA WINERY

KALTERN WINERY

SANTADI WINERY

CELLARS OF THE

NOTARY’S CELLARS

CANTINE LUNAE BOSONI

MARISA CUOMO WINERIES

SHEDS

CAPEZZANA

LILY HOUSE

MERGÈ HOUSE

CERULLI SPINOZZI

HILLS OF CASTELFRANCI

COLOGNOLE

COURT OF THE WINDS

FIRST NEW

PHARAOH

SELVAPIANA FARM

VARRAMISTA FARM

ZERBINA FARM

CANDIDA FOUNTAIN

GINI

THE BORROW

THE LITTLE STREET

LAMOLE OF LAMOLE

LITERARY

LISINI

MORISFARMS

MUSCARI TOMAJOLI

PLAIN OF THE QUERCI

PLONERHOF

TREASURE HILL

BONELLI HILL

RIDOLFI

SALVATORE MOLETTIERI

SANTA BARBARA

SARDUS PATER

SECOND MARK

FIORANO ESTATE

TRAERTE – GO OPEN

VILLA SALETTA

Each winery present at its tasting stand will bring at least one label and at least two less recent vintages in addition to the vintage on the market , thus offering those present the opportunity to savor the evolution of Bacchus’ nectar in their glasses. Participants will also be able to taste other references currently on the market and individual old vintages at the stands, in order to have a more exhaustive picture of the production of each company, and purchase some bottles.

At the following link wines and vintages of the XIII eagerly awaited edition:

Vini e Aziende 2024

The event for the press, communicators and industry professionals and for sommeliers will begin at 10 am.

At 1.30 pm, entry will also be allowed to the final public (ticket price 35 euros. Ticket price for registered sommeliers 25 euros. The ticket can only be purchased on site).

The event will end at 7pm.