From Piedmont to wineries throughout Italy, an open-air exhibition to tell the story of the sustainable viticulture revolution expanding throughout Europe

1st Edition Saturday 29 June 2024 – Royal Castle of Govone Piazza Roma 1, Govone (CN).

• Over 25 wineries and more than 100 labels present from all over Italy, as well as an international selection, to discover resistant vines, for the first time in Piedmont
• From the morning a conference and eight exceptional guests, in the afternoon the tasting tables and in the evening, the widespread dinners in Govone

The first edition of VINI PIWI is underway, the first event in Piedmont dedicated to the discovery of the new world of resistant vines, and their variations, at the Royal Castle of Govone: Saturday 29 June an entire day dedicated to operators and enthusiasts.

Vini Piwi will be the Piedmont event that will showcase an enormous winemaking heritage, which is rapidly expanding throughout Europe. Thanks to decades of work, crossing varieties of vitis vinifera and resistant American or Asian species, through natural pollination, these vines have produced a high resistance to diseases, while maintaining high oenological qualities and unique taste and organoleptic characteristics. In this way it is possible to reduce the costs linked to phytosanitary treatments, simultaneously increase the productivity of the vineyards and promote sustainability, as they can easily be cultivated organically, in other words giving a concrete response to the challenges posed by climate change.

An event created to learn about and learn more about PIWI vines: the true revolution of sustainable and eco-compatible viticulture that responds to current environmental needs.

The event starts in the morning, from 10 am, with the conference ” Resistant vines, a great opportunity for Piedmontese viticulture ” dedicated to professionals in the sector (subject to accreditation here: https://bit.ly/ACCREDITI_PIWI_CASTELLO_GOVONE) with 8 high profile scientific and informative meetings.

To open the conference Marco Stefanini , President of Piwi Italia – agronomist and oenologist, and coordinator of the Vine Genetics and Breeding Unit at the Edmund Mach Foundation. Author of over 300 scientific articles, he will introduce all the news and genetic improvements of the vine.

We continue with Davide Sordi – professional in the wine and viticulture sector, specialized in phytosanitary protection and sustainability in the vineyard, who will illustrate the challenges and opportunities in the market for resistant vines. To delve deeper with an oenological focus on the vinification of Piwi wines, at just 39 years old, Nicola Biasi – the best young oenologist in Italy who will precede Alexander Morandell, President of PIWI International since 2020, who will offer an overview of the European PIWI viticultural panorama , exploring the trends and innovations in the sector.

We continue with Mario Deltetto , sommelier and graduate in psychology, as well as head of the Alba Hotel Academy, who will talk to us about how to combine PIWI wines with new culinary trends ; and then again Giacomo Dacomo , vice-president of the Umberto I Institute – Oenological School of Alba, who will talk about the vineyard experiments carried out in the municipality of Alba.

From 3.00 pm to 8.00 pm in the multifunctional room ” LA SERRA ” also the PIWI WINES EXHIBITION: over 100 resistant wines told by 25 wineries from all over Italy , dedicated to all wine lovers, as well as a selection of international wineries . By purchasing the tasting package, you will be able to taste all the wines present and purchase, directly from the cellar, the labels you find most interesting.

From Friday 28th to Sunday 30th June the event will attract many professionals and wine lovers, including tastings, masterclasses and opportunities to discover the valley. Also on the calendar is the announcement of the winners of the 21st Müller Thurgau International Wine Competition, again this year entrusted to Andrea Amadei.

Summer in Val di Cembra has the unmistakable scent of Müller Thurgau: in fact, the 37th edition of Müller Thurgau: mountain wine is approaching, the now historic event scheduled this year from 28 to 30 June in the municipality of Cembra Lisignago and in the suggestive valley north-east of the capital.

Like every year, in the elegant rooms of Palazzo Maffei , wine lovers and enthusiasts will have the opportunity to taste dozens of labels of the vine created at the end of the 19th century by the Swiss researcher Hermann Müller, originally from the canton of Thurgau, through the cross between Riesling Renano and Madeleine Royal.

A vine that has found the ideal place to express itself on the terraces supported by over 700 km of dry stone walls, thanks above all to the porphyry soils and the strong temperature range that characterizes the Cembra Valley, but which is also successfully produced in other areas of Italy and Europe.

On the last weekend of the month, the spotlight will be on the 37th event dedicated to the famous vine in Val di Cembra.

Highly versatile, fresh and fragrant, it is the ideal choice for aperitifs and dinners in the summer, especially in this historical moment which sees the appreciation for white wines growing all over the world.

As part of the event, a highlight for enthusiasts and professionals will be the award ceremony of the 21st Müller Thurghau International Wine Competition , presented again this year, with the usual verve and passion, by Andrea Amadei , professional sommelier, radio speaker of Decanter, face of the Rai1 television program “È Semper Mezzogiorno” and editorial director of the magazine “The art of wine”.

And then the ” Fuori di Taste ” space, where on Friday and Saturday evenings the best wine productions of the valley will be offered in the bar, complete with musical accompaniment, dinner along the avenue, enriched by a dance show organized by the school Ritmo Misto, and the corner dedicated to lovers of spirits and mixed drinks, where bartender Leonardo Veronesi will propose new cocktails with grappa as the protagonist.

Finally, there are various opportunities to discover the area. Not far from Val di Fiemme, Val di Cembra fascinates with its dry stone walls as far as the eye can see, registered as a UNESCO heritage site, and for its wild nature which invites slow tourism. To be convinced of this, it will be enough to be tempted by initiatives such as the “Heroes” trekking among the vineyards, the slow-paced walks with alpacas and the “Cantine in saddle” e-bike tour , but also to try one of the Taste Experiences proposed by the Road of the Wine and Flavors of Trentino.

The Umbria Wine Tourism Movement invites all enthusiasts to join the summer events which will see a succession of tastings, walks and cultural meetings in the most evocative vineyards of the region

The Umbria Wine Tourism Movement is pleased to announce the 2024 edition of ” Open Vigneti “, a widespread event which during the summer season transforms Umbrian wineries into real centers of cultural and tourist attraction . Wine enthusiasts, wine lovers and visitors will be able to immerse themselves in a unique experience, exploring the beauty and traditions of one of the most fascinating wine regions in Italy.

This year’s edition stands out for a series of initiatives that range from picnics among the vineyards to outdoor lunches, from tastings of typical products to walks among the rows, from horseback riding to exhibitions , offering total immersion in the nature and culture of wine. Respect for the environment and the rediscovery of territories are at the center of every activity, promoting sustainable and engaging tourism. Giovanni Dubini , President of Movimento Turismo del Vino Umbria, underlines: ” Visits to the vineyard and cellar are not just tasting opportunities, but authentic educational and emotional experiences that enrich the visitor’s journey, showing the excellence of our wine production. Vigneti Aperti, despite being one of the most recent events at a national level, has already captured the interest of a transversal audience, attesting to growing participation year after year. This trend clearly demonstrates that the modern wine tourist seeks a complete, blending experience tasting with the discovery of the territory and an open dialogue with the producers .” The selection of wineries that will lead visitors to their vineyards is particularly rich and varied, reflecting the diversity and richness of the area’s wine heritage. Among these, the Carini winery , located near the picturesque Lake Trasimeno, is renowned not only for its fine wines. , but also for the spectacular ” big bench ” which offers an enchanting view, ideal for those seeking a visual experience as fascinating as the gustatory one. Continuing towards the heart of Umbria, we find the Chiorri winery , near Perugia guests can taste wines from the Colli Perugini DOC denomination and take the opportunity to explore the regional capital, famous for its history linked to chocolate and for the Casa del Cioccolato Perugina Not far away, under the historical shadows of Assisi, the Saio winery offers a complete immersion in the culture and spirituality of the place. Guests can visit the Basilica of San Francesco and the lesser-known, but fascinating, Bosco di San Francesco, which adds a touch of mysticism to the food and wine experience. In the Torgiano area, the Terre Margaritelli are also known for their proximity to the Lungarotti Wine and Oil Museum and the Brufa Sculpture Park, a combination that enhances the link between art and viticulture. Finally, in the municipality of Gualdo Cattaneo, the Terre de la Custodia invite visitors to discover the hidden treasures of Montefalco, with the possibility of visiting the historic Rocca and tasting the Cicotto di Grutti, a local specialty that further enriches the experience. Sunday wine brunches complete with DJ sets are the proposal of the Daniele Rossi winery , a precious wine-growing reality in Torgiano, in the province of Perugia. The Centumbrie winery at Podere Libera Lepre, in the Lake Trasimeno area, offers dinners and DJ sets in the middle of the agricultural farm, and until the end of the championship the screening of the main UEFA European Championship matches in the cellar. And again, the Di Filippo winery in Cannara, not far from Bevagna where the evocative event of the re-enactment of the Gaite market is held in June, offers dinners and concerts. Each winery offers a unique experience, inviting participants to completely immerse themselves in the winemaking and cultural traditions of Umbria, making Vigneti Aperti 2024 an unmissable edition for all lovers of Italian wine and culture. Through the Social Movement of Umbria Wine Tourism channels it is possible to find out about the proposals in detail of the participating Umbrian wineries.

Report of the conference held in Verona on the theme “The agricultural business: fragility, resilience, success” promoted by the Lambertini & Associati Law Firm, Masi Agricola, Banca Passadore and with the qualified intervention of Confagricoltura.

The meeting entitled ” Agricultural Businesses: Fragility, Resilience, Success” was held yesterday in Verona, at the Banca Passadore headquarters, promoted by Banca Passadore, the Lambertini & Associati law firm and Masi Agricola , with the qualified intervention of Confagricoltura .

During the conference, the first of a series of further in-depth studies, corporate, legal and fiscal aspects were examined, as well as the regulatory and management peculiarities of the business in the primary sector: the agricultural business both in family and corporate form.

The introductory speeches were given by PierGiovanni Ferrarese , President of Youth Confagricoltura Verona, by Alberto De Togni , President of Confagricoltura Verona and by Massimiliano Giansanti, National President of Confagricoltura , who underlined: “In the last twenty years, the overall number of agricultural companies has is significantly reduced, compared to a slight decline in the agricultural area used in the same period of time. At the same time, individual businesses have decreased. Companies in the primary sector, therefore, are aggregating and structuring themselves more. At the same time, the use of agriculture 4.0 techniques has significantly increased without any particular reduction in manpower. In this context, it is essential that financial initiatives capable of stimulating innovation are adopted to facilitate competitiveness”.

The lawyer Lamberto Lambertini carried out his speech on the legal aspects, summarized as follows: ” The corporate structure of the agricultural enterprise is dominated by simple companies or partnerships, therefore particularly fragile in the case of conflicts between shareholders: the Shareholder Administrator it can be too easily revoked and has no real possibility of defence, all aggravated by the risks of annual reporting without rigid schemes, and therefore often imprecise and imaginative. The hope is that the corporate structure of these companies can be more resilient and equipped”.

Nicola Caputo, the Confagricoltura Fiscal Area Director , focused on the objectively expanded scope of agricultural activities and the lack of precise regulations, also addressing the issue of the figure of the professional agricultural entrepreneur (IAP) in agricultural companies. Accounting requirements and taxation also require regulatory revisions.

The notary Cristiano Casalini focused his speech on the generational transition and the deleterious risk of fragmentation of agricultural dimensions in the succession phase.

The debate was coordinated by the Cavalier del Lavoro Sandro Boscaini , President of Masi Agricola , who summarized as follows: “The agricultural enterprise is ancestral, fulfilling the primary need for nourishment, it represents one of the fundamental cells of society. The very meaning of coexistence and the State then develops from it. From this initial help from man to the mother earth, to make it produce more and better, the exchange of goods naturally arises and we gradually arrive at the most current industrialization of production, transformation, conservation and marketing processes. All this explains how the agricultural business is currently very complex as the primary functions converge with the industrial and service ones, which are not always well regulated. We hope that the regulations will be updated.”