An innovative line of products designed for those who cannot or do not want to drink alcohol, but also for the simply curious. The branding project created with the SID of Padua.

The new SEEP brand is coming to the market. Just grapes , a line of quality non-alcoholic drinks with a pleasant, contemporary and fun profile, the result of the total dealcoholization of 100% Italian wine and grape must .

Among the core values ​​of the project are sensitivity and inclusiveness towards those who, for temporary or permanent needs, must reduce or avoid the intake of alcoholic beverages. The reasons can be many: diets, specific pathologies, pregnancies, cultural and religious reasons (it is certified Halal), sports, professional or responsibility reasons (vehicle drivers). But SEEP. Just grapes is also dedicated to all those who are curious about the growing market of No-Low alcohol , in particular Millennials and Gen Z , who are also attracted by the aesthetics and the fresh and captivating colors that distinguish the brand.

The SEEP. Just grapes project was born from a personal purpose of its creators, Gianni Tagliapietra and Alessia Zanin , sommeliers, gourmands and owners of the company Hungrycircle srl of Breganze (Vicenza) specialized in the innovation of consumer products and design.

“For some years we have been pursuing with ever greater conviction the health purpose of reducing alcohol consumption – explains Gianni Tagliapietra –. The substitute drinks we have tasted, however, have not convinced us: too high in calories, sweet and not suitable for experimenting in the kitchen. From a personal need, therefore, we began to study with great curiosity the No-Low alcohol market until we created our selection of drinks with a fresh and pleasant taste that allows us to play with food pairings and maintain the ritual of sharing a bottle”.

The branding project was conceived, created and developed thanks to the collaboration with a team of Gen Z creatives, the students of SID in Padua , supported by the Galileo Visionary District team.

“We chose to work with young designers to dispel together a rigid vision of sobriety, presenting it as a cool , casual but conscious choice,” explains Alessia Zanin . “Zero anxiety, zero hassle” is one of the recurring slogans in our communication, with which we highlight the positive aspects of the choice not to drink alcohol by defining an ironic and cheerful tone of voice. The result is a fresh, playful, colorful brand, in perfect harmony with the Gen Z audience.”

The selection consists of five drinks to be enjoyed chilled: Bolla Bianca Extra Dry , Bolla Rosata Extra Dry , Bianco , Rosato and Rosso Superiore , each with its own personality, to satisfy a cross-section of the public, as well as various sharing opportunities, from aperitifs to pairings with finger food, up to first and second courses.

SEEP. means “to filter” , a direct reference to the reverse osmosis dealcoholization process in which the wine is filtered through membranes to separate it from the alcohol, to which must is then added to rebalance the product. At the same time SEEP. phonetically recalls the word “sip” which means “to sip” . The payoff Just grapes , on the other hand, underlines how these are zero-alcohol drinks, produced entirely and simply from grapes , nothing else.

An important year, 2024, for Casoni Fabbricazione Liquori. The historic Emilian factory reaches a prestigious milestone, celebrating its 210 years of history.

To celebrate this important milestone, the company has produced an exclusive documentary film, entitled CASONI: THE KNOWLEDGE OF TIME, THE FLAVOUR OF THE FUTURE.

Specially created to retrace the main stages of Casoni’s long history and the moments that contributed to making it a reference brand.

The screening was held last Saturday, November 30, 2024 , at 5:30 pm, at Nuovo Cinema Corso in Finale Emilia , a few minutes from the historic site of the distillery. Among the leading actors, Paolo Molinari , CEO Casoni Fabbricazione Liquori, who interfaces with the various characters involved in the filming, and Piergiorgio Pola , Managing Director Casoni Fabbricazione Liquori, as well as various Casoni employees, former employees and historians of the area. A leading role also for Cav. Lav. Mario Casoni , while the direction is by Diego Gavioli.

The documentary film retraces the 210 years of the company’s history through historical testimonies and stories of former employees, starting from the small shop born in the center of the town up to the maximum expansion reached in the 70s-80s-90s, arriving at the current ownership and future vision.

CASONI: THE KNOWLEDGE OF TIME, THE FLAVOUR OF THE FUTURE aims to be a tribute to the history and people who made the Casoni factory great, a story that is inextricably linked with the territory of Finale Emilia.

Casoni Fabbricazione Liquori is an all-Italian company, which has its roots in the magical Emilian territory: a long journey, which began way back in 1814 in a small town in the province of Modena, Finale Emilia , where the Casoni family, generation after generation, has been able to produce liqueurs and spirits that are always in step with the times and in line with the latest trends in a constantly evolving sector, but always faithful to traditional recipes. These are the reasons that have transformed a local, artisanal company into a leading player in the market for the production of liqueurs and spirits, in Italy and around the world.

From then until today, the love for their land of origin, combined with the selection of local raw materials, have been the cornerstones of the company, capable of giving life to authentic spirits and liqueurs, able to satisfy even the most demanding palates.

“The 210 years of the distillery are an important milestone, which we deeply care about” – explains Manuel Greco, Trade Marketing Manager Casoni – “as it is synonymous with the commitment and passion put into practice every day by all those who are and have been part of our history. Each Casoni product is the result of the profound know-how developed in recent years within the beverage sector: a mix of experience and innovation capable of giving life to artisanal and original products, highly appreciated by both mixology professionals and end consumers. The documentary film – continues Greco – is a special opportunity for us to tell and share this legacy. It was conceived to offer the public an authentic look at our history, our roots, the path that led us to be what we are today and our vision of the future. We want to make known the bond we have with the Emilia region and how this passion has translated into liqueurs with a unique and unmistakable character” – concluded the Trade Marketing Manager.

The wines represented by Umbria Top have received dozens of awards, a recognition of the value and quality that these products are able to offer.

The exceptional quality of Umbrian wines is confirmed once again through the prestigious awards given by authoritative Italian wine guides. The expertise and passion of the winemakers have been recognized and exalted by numerous awards, highlighting the fruit of careful work and uncompromising dedication. ” The awards obtained – comments Massimo Sepiacci , President of Umbria Top – reflect a production philosophy deeply rooted in the excellence and uniqueness of our territory. These awards are not only symbols of quality; they are evidence of the leadership position that our wineries have conquered in the Italian wine sector, thanks to a constant commitment to methods that respect and enhance the environment and Umbrian culture “. Founded in 2009, Umbria Top acts as a true ambassador of Umbrian wine, representing 118 entities including wineries and the 4 Consortia of Protection that represent Torgiano, Montefalco, Trasimeno, and Orvieto. Committed to the promotion of DOCG, DOC and IGT wines, the cooperative is dedicated to supporting its wineries on the path to excellence, ensuring a distinctive presence on both national and international markets. To date, the wines represented by Umbria Top have received dozens of Awards, a recognition of the value and quality that these products are able to offer. Among the guides that have awarded such honors are Gambero Rosso , which has given 17 awards to Umbrian wines (Tre Bicchieri – lists reported below), the Doctor Wine Guide, which has three Umbrian producers who have won 3 stars as well as many wines included in the Essential Guide to Italian Wines 2025 and Guida Veronelli , which has awarded the special Gold Guide prize as well as 9 3 Gold Stars awards, which are given to wines that have obtained a score equal to or greater than 94 cents. “ These awards are an additional incentive to engage Umbria Top not only in promotional activities but also in all those contexts that allow us to present the sector in its community, grouping together the wines of our producers with reading strategies and techniques also linked to the world of sommeliers and technical tasting ,” concludes Sepiacci.

The Umbria Top initiatives are included in the initiatives to promote certified Umbrian production promoted by the Umbria Top Wines Cooperative as part of the CSR Umbria 2023-2027 measure – intervention SRG10 “Promotion of quality products”.

Three Umbrian Glasses – Gambero Rosso

“Fiommarino Sangiovese 2022” by Cantina Monte Vibiano; “Montefalco Bianco Plentis 2021 by Terre de La Custodia; “Montefalco Rosso Pomontino 2021” by Tenuta Bellafonte; “Montefalco Rosso Riserva 2020” by Antonelli-San Marco; “Montefalco Rosso Rosso Mattone Riserva 2021” by Briziarelli; “Montefalco Rosso Ziggurat 2022 by Tenute Lunelli-Castelbuono; “Montefalco Sagrantino 2020 by Scacciadiavoli; “Montefalco Sagrantino 25 Years 2020” by Arnaldo Caprai; “Montefalco Sagrantino Il Bisbetico Domato 2020” by Giampaolo Tabarrini; “Orvieto Classico Superiore Mare Antico 2022” by Decugnano dei Barbi; “Orvieto Classico Superiore Panata 2022″ by Argillae; “Orvieto Classico Superiore San Giovanni della Sala 2023” by Castello della Sala; “Orvieto Classico Superiore VT Muffa Nobile 2022” by Palazzone; “Ràmici Ciliegiolo 2021” by Leonardo Bussoletti; “Torgiano Bianco Torre di Giano V. Il Pino 2021” by Lungarotti; “Trasimeno Gamay C’Osa 2022” by Madrevite; and the “Trasimeno Gamay Poggio Pietroso Riserva 2021” by Duca della Corgna-Cantina del Trasimeno.

Three Stars – Doctor Wine

Arnaldo Caprai

Lungarotti

Castello della Sala Essential Guide to Italian Wines 2025 – Doctor Wine

Montefalco Sagrantino Colle alle Macchie 2020, Tabarrini

Montefalco Sagrantino Carapace Long Waited 2017, Tenuta Castelbuono

Montefalco Sagrantino The Domenico, 2015 Adanti

Montefalco Sagrantino Molino dell’Attone 2019 Antonelli

Orvieto Classico Superiore Field of the Guardian 2021 Palazzone

Umbria Cervaro della Sala 2022 Castle of the Hall

Vinsanto Amelia 10 Years 2023 La Palazzola

Narni Cherry Tree Branches 2021 Leonardo Bussoletti

Classic Method Sparkling Wine Extra Brut Nerosé 2021 La Madeleine

Torgiano Bianco Tower of Giano Vineyard the Pine 2021 Lungarotti

Umbria Grechetto Fiorfiore 2022 Roccafiore Winery

Umbria Red Calanco 2017 Le Velette Estate

Special Sun Award – Veronelli Guide

Adarmando Umbria White 2022, Tabarrini

Three Gold Stars – Veronelli Guide

Amelia Vin Santo 10 years 2012, La Palazzola

Montefalco Sagrantino 2020, Leopards

Montefalco Sagrantino Colle alle Macchie 2020, Tabarrini

Montefalco Sagrantino Colle Grimaldesco 2020, Tabarrini

Montefalco Sagrantino Collepiano 2020, Arnaldo Caprai

Montefalco Sagrantino Ennio 2019, Bocale

Montefalco Sagrantino The Tamed Shrew 2020, Tabarrini

Montefalco Sagrantino Molino dell’Attone 2019, Antonelli San Marco

Orvieto Classico Superiore Field of the Guardian 2021, Palazzone

L’Espresso’s 2025 Italian Wine Guide.

The Best White Wine in Italy is the F osarin 2022 , the excellent Collio Bianco DOC from the Ronco dei Tassi winery in Cormòns , one of the best-known and most appreciated in Friuli Venezia Giulia: this was decreed by the Guida Vini d’Italia de L’Espresso 2025 curated by Luca Gardini , who selected the 1000 most interesting Italian wines to offer a comprehensive overview of the peninsula’s excellences. The Fosarin 2022 won the coveted recognition as an “exemplary blend from a unique vineyard that succeeds in the feat of pricelessly representing the vocation of a territory.”

The award ceremony took place at the Arcimboldi theater in Milan. Enrico Coser , owner of Ronco dei Tassi with his family, collected the award. “I am honored and grateful to receive this award that gives us enthusiasm and energy to continue in the best way possible towards our goals – he said emotionally in front of an audience of a thousand people – Our company, founded 35 years ago by my parents and today carried forward by me and my brother Matteo, has always been aimed at the search for quality with the goal of bringing into the glass our nuance linked to the identity of our splendid territory, the Collio, extremely suited for white wines.”

In the Guide to Italian Wines, there are almost 5,000 wines tasted by Luca Gardini, who has thus selected 1,000 according to the criteria: cleanliness, recognisability, stylistic rigor, identity, drinkability, company philosophy, company reliability and consistency over time . Fosarin is a cuvée based on Friulano, Malvasia (two of the most interesting native Friulian wines) and Pinot Bianco . A wine that does not fear time and that refines with refinement over the years. Award-winning and highly appreciated both in Italy and abroad, it is a historic and iconic wine for Ronco dei Tassi, given that it was the first vineyard purchased by the Coser family and the first year of production was 1990. Straw yellow in colour, it is delicate, fine and elegant on the nose. Fresh and fruity when young, after the second year of life it becomes complex, broad and spicy. In the mouth it is soft, harmonious, full, with a good complexity linked to the three varieties that compose it. Its alcohol content is 13.5%. At 180 meters above sea level, on Mount Quarin overlooking Cormòns, the 2.5 hectare vineyard from which its grapes come has soil formed by sandstone marls of Eocene origin and the vines have an average age of 55 years . The grapes are harvested manually in the second ten days of September. The refinement until bottling (in December of the following year) takes place in steel tanks for the Friulano and Malvasia and in small oak barrels for the Pinot Bianco. The 2022 version is matured for 10 months in barrique.

Ronco dei Tassi, eco-sustainable viticulture Ronco dei Tassi , standard-bearer of the best winemaking in Friuli Venezia Giulia, is one of the historic and most appreciated wineries in Collio , the most prestigious wine-growing area in this region of North-East Italy. Founded in 1989 by Fabio (a well-known winemaker and consultant to important companies) and Daniela Coser , who were joined by their sons Enrico and Matteo , it now extends over an area of 50 hectares, of which 23 are cultivated with vineyards . This virtuous relationship between the woods and the vineyard area, cultivated with extremely environmentally friendly techniques, allows for the development of eco-sustainable viticulture, which the Cosers are absolutely committed to, to protect their consumers and to guarantee a future for their splendid territory, which they help to preserve. The company’s name derives from two of its peculiarities: the fact that the vineyards are arranged on terraces known as “ronchi” and that colonies of yew trees live here and, when the grapes are ripe, they are fond of the sweetest bunches: a sign that it is the right time to start harvesting them.