The European Committee of Wine Companies (CEEV) is calling for an EU policy that ensures the future viability of wineries, rather than cushioning their downsizing through subsidies.
After the first year of an agrivoltaic system at the Hochschule Geisenheim, results suggest that it can offer multiple benefits in protecting against climate change.
The major Northern Hemisphere wine-grape harvests are now well underway. As is typical during harvest, the bulk wine and grape markets were quiet through August into early September.
This year’s tricky growing season in many countries is likely to boost demand for a number of styles from less traditional sources. The WBWE fair in Amsterdam stands to benefit.
Grape prices in Italy, particularly in Puglia, have fallen significantly, while Veneto Pinot Grigio prices are rising. Spain expects a strong harvest, while France anticipates a smaller crop than usual.
The latest ProWein Business Report focuses on the state of digital transformation of the global wine sector. According to the report, email marketing and social media are now standard marketing tools, while wine producers still lag behind in adopting new technology.
It’s got a wine-growing history that dates back to the Roman world. It’s got more than 220 authorised grape varieties over 55,000 hectares of vineyards, and it’s one of the most exciting wine-growing countries in Europe.
