exceptional masterclass that Famiglie Storiche will present at Vinitaly 2025, dedicated to Amarone 2015 and led by the renowned food and wine critic Ian D’Agata.

HISTORICAL FAMILIES AND THE IDENTITY OF THE CRU: AMARONE 2015 PROTAGONIST AT VINITALY.

The identity of the Crus and their ability to best express the essence of the territory will be at the heart of the exclusive masterclass organized by Famiglie Storiche on the occasion of Vinitaly 2025. The event, entitled “Famiglie Storiche Amarone 2015: the identity of the Crus ”, will be held on Tuesday 8 April, from 11:00 to 13:00, in the Tulipano Room, floor -1 of the Palaexpo (entrance A1) .

An unmissable event for enthusiasts and professionals in the sector, who will be able to explore the different expressions of Amarone della Valpolicella through its most representative Crus . Each label in the tasting will reflect the unique bond between territory, microclimate and production philosophy of the companies that have handed down the winemaking tradition of Valpolicella for generations.

Leading this experience will be Ian D’Agata, an internationally renowned wine critic and expert on great Italian wines. Through his story, participants will be able to understand how each company in the association, with its own authentic production vision, has managed to interpret, through its 2015 Amarone, not only the vintage, but above all a specific terroir .

” The Crus are the silent soul of a wine: they tell stories of lands, seasons and the expert hands that have preserved them. With this masterclass we want to offer an in-depth interpretation, showing how each Amarone 2015 tells the identity of each company in the association and the uniqueness of its terroir ” – says Pierangelo Tommasi , president of the Associazione Famiglie Storiche.

Ian D’Agata emphasizes: « With wines produced by Famiglie Storiche, a potential buyer knows exactly what they are getting: wines with a great history behind them, a present of indisputable goodness, and a bright future. Are there other good and very good Amarones around? Of course. But belonging to an important brand like Famiglie Storiche, which requires correspondence to precise inclusion parameters, offers those who approach wine additional confirmation. After all, this is also how it works with many other great names of Made in Italy, from fashion to motors » .

During the masterclass, thirteen labels of Amarone from the 2015 vintage will be presented, selected to represent the best of the denomination. Each wine embodies the identity of its Cru and the production vision of the company that produced it.

With this masterclass, Famiglie Storiche confirms its commitment to enhancing the territorial identity and authenticity of Amarone, offering a narrative that has its roots in the culture of wine and in the passion of those who, for generations, have interpreted and safeguarded the Crus of Valpolicella.

On the occasion of Vinitaly 2025, the celebrations for the 40th anniversary of the Consorzio di Tutela Vini Asolo Montello will begin.

On the occasion of Vinitaly 2025, the Consorzio di Tutela Vini Asolo Montello celebrates an important milestone: its first 40 years of activity.

An anniversary that represents not only a balance, but also a tribute to a history made of passion, dedication and continuous evolution. This journey, four decades long, is the fruit of constant commitment and a vision shared by all the producers who operate in the territories of Asolo and Montello, a place where the culture of wine is rooted and has evolved over time.

The celebrations will kick off on April 7, 2025, at 10:00 am with an inaugural toast open to the public at the institutional stand (Pavilion 8 – Stand F7) of the Verona fair. This symbolic moment will represent the culmination of a long journey of growth, successes and challenges overcome, and will be an opportunity to look with pride at the results achieved and with enthusiasm towards the future. In fact, 2025 promises to be full of new developments and opportunities for meeting, thanks also to synergies in the cultural and artistic fields with local actors that will see the light in the coming months.

Asolo and Montello wines, such as Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG, Montello DOCG and Montello Asolo DOC , stand out for their elegance and deep connection with the territory . The producers of these lands owe their identity to native vines such as Glera, Perera, Recantina and Bianchetta, but they were also among the first in Italy to produce Bordeaux blended reds and to introduce the Extra Brut version to the world of Prosecco, demonstrating the Consortium’s ability to renew itself without forgetting its roots. During the fair, the Consorzio di Tutela Vini Asolo Montello will offer a series of masterclasses (for reservations: promozione@asolomontello.it) to deepen the knowledge of its denominations:

• Sunday 06/04: Masterclass “Asolo Prosecco Superiore Docg – Elevate your Choice” by sommelier Elisa De Polo (11:00) and by popularizer and content creator Mattia Asperti (14:30)
• Sunday 06/04: Masterclass “Asolo Prosecco Superiore Docg – Elevate your Choice” introduced by Alberto Bassi for the Consorzio Tutela Vini Asolo Montello (4:00 pm)
• Monday 07/04: Masterclass “Asolo Prosecco Superiore Docg – Elevate your Choice” (2.30 pm) and “I Rossi del Montello – A World to Discover” (4.00 pm) by journalist Andrea Gori
• Tuesday 08/04: Masterclass “Asolo Prosecco Superiore Docg – Elevate your Choice” (10:00 am) and “The Reds of Montello – A World to Discover” (3:00 pm) by journalist Gianpaolo Giacobbo
• Wednesday 09/04: Masterclass “Asolo Prosecco Superiore Docg – Elevate your Choice” (10:00 am) by journalist Gianpaolo Giacobbo

From Sunday to Tuesday, starting from 12:00 until 14:00, local wines will be accompanied by Piave cheese, thanks to the collaboration with the Consorzio Tutela Formaggio Piave Dop, and by typical local dishes , prepared by local chefs, offering visitors a unique opportunity to savor the authentic flavors of these lands. The gastronomic proposal will be curated on Sunday 6 April by Ristorante 1922 in Ciano del Montello ( Montello potato and nettle gnocco, soft filling of Piave DOP Vecchio Lattebusche cheese, morels and wild herbs ), on Monday 7 April by Ristorante Boomerang in Giavera del Montello ( Vicenza-style cod accompanied by Piave DOP “Oro” selection) and on Tuesday 8 April by Ristorante Da Gerry in Monfumo ( Risotto with mixed spring sprouts creamed with extra virgin olive oil from Pedemontana and Piave Mezzano)

Vinitaly will also be an opportunity to discover the history of these lands: not only Asolo and its historic centre but also Villa Barbaro in Maser, designed by Andrea Palladio and the Antonio Canova Gypsoteca Museum in Possagno, which houses the works of the famous sculptor; the Montello with the Abbey of Sant’Eustachio, where Monsignor Della Casa wrote the famous Galateo , and the Percorsi della Grande Guerra, which tell the events of the First World War.

Tuesday 8 April masterclass with Gabriele Gorelli, the first Italian Master of Wine; presentation of the Digital Passport, conferences and tastings.

From 6th to 9th April Pavilion 11, stand C4, over 50 labels.

The Consorzio di Tutela del Primitivo di Manduria is preparing to participate in the 57th edition of Vinitaly, the famous International Wine and Spirits Exhibition, which will be held in Verona from 6 to 9 April 2025. With a rich calendar of events, tastings and innovative presentations, the Consortium will be present in Pavilion 11, stand C4 , where it will present over 50 labels of Primitivo di Manduria DOC and DOCG.

The events will start on Sunday 6 April at 12:00 at the Consortium stand, with a tasting led by Davide Gangi and Antonio Scatigna of Vinoway. To participate, you can send an email to info@consorziotutelaprimitivo.com

On Monday 7 April at 1:00 pm the conference “Wine and new generations: crisis or evolution?” will be held at the Conference Hall of the Puglia Region. The debate will involve experts in the sector such as Donato Pentassuglia , Councillor for Agriculture of the Puglia Region, Novella Pastorelli , President of the Consortium and Union of Consortia for the Protection of Wines with Designation of Origin of Puglia (Ucovip), Alessandro Rossi, Wine Manager of Partesa for Wine, Christian Scrinzi, General Manager of Collis Wine Group, the young oenologist Francesco Fortunato , the journalist Marco Sciarrini and Marta Cotarella , co-founder of the Accademia Intrecci. The moderator will be Davide Gangi of Vinoway Italia.

Tuesday, April 8 will be a day dedicated to innovation. At 1:30 pm, at the Conference Hall of the Puglia Region, the new State band, the “Digital Passport” of Primitivo di Manduria wine, a QR code that will offer detailed information on the product, will be presented. The presentation will take place together with the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato.

Following this, from 2.45pm to 4pm, a highly relevant masterclass will be held entitled “Wine and the successful communication strategy of a territory”, with the participation of two figures of absolute prestige: Gabriele Gorelli , the first Italian Master of Wine , one of the world’s leading figures in the field of sommellerie and wine culture, and Vincenzo Russo , expert in Consumer Psychology and Neuromarketing at IULM University, an international authority in understanding consumer behavior and in the application of neuroscience to marketing. Their expertise, combined in this masterclass, represents a unique opportunity to explore how strategic communication can elevate and strengthen the image of a wine territory, such as Primitivo di Manduria, on global markets (Participation: info@consorziotutelaprimitivo.com or by contacting the stand directly)

“We are excited to present new products and unique tastings to promote our Manduria PDO. – says Novella Pastorelli, President of the Consortium for the Protection of Primitivo di Manduria – This year too we are here to support the quality of Italian wine and our companies that produce an excellent Primitivo di Manduria. At Vinitaly we will preview a QR code that will be inserted inside the State bands of each of our labels. By scanning it, the consumer will be able to access the Digital Passport of Primitivo di Manduria, a section that will contain key information such as the serial and seal control code, the year of production, the batch and the certification. Furthermore, it will be possible to consult details on the producer and the Consortium for the Protection as well as suggestions on food pairings and recipes that enhance Primitivo di Manduria wines. With this initiative we aim to make each bottle even more traceable, offering those who buy our wines a complete and detailed overview of the quality and history of the chosen product, as well as providing a valuable service to our customers. companies. And then great tastings with prominent names, including Gabriele Gorelli, the first Italian Master of Wine, who chose us as excellence”.

Family Tasting, dedicated baskets and walks immersed in nature, here are some activities proposed by Umbrian wineries also designed for the little ones.

Snacks, treasure hunts, picnics in the vineyard: even children can find their space in the cellar and experience its most authentic dimension, linked to contact with nature. Certainly not glasses of wine, but organic juices and genuine food produced on the farm : who said that wine tourism designed for parents should exclude the little ones?

Spring is the perfect season to rediscover the pleasure of being outdoors, and the Umbria Wine Tourism Movement invites nature lovers of all ages to experience activities designed to make wine an engaging discovery even for the youngest. Umbrian wineries are preparing to welcome guests with initiatives tailored for families.

Prosciutto di Norcia PGI, bread and oil, fruit juice and treasure hunt with a final prize: this is the proposal of the winery Scacciadiavoli , historic winery of Montefalco.

The Carini Company in Perugia welcomes young visitors with corners dedicated to play and creativity, non-alcoholic aperitifs with company products and the opportunity to explore the company, in contact with the animals present, sheep, pigs and geese. The large panoramic bench Big Bench #248 becomes the perfect place for a picnic among the olive trees, while during the tour of the cellar you can discover the production phases of wine and other company products.

The Roccafiore Cellar   in Todi it defines itself as a “family-friendly” winery and thus offers the “family Tasting”, with a tour of the winery and vineyards, followed by a guided tasting of wines for adults and fruit juices for the little ones, who can have fun with coloring sheets.

Experiences in the cellar also become an opportunity to spend time immersed in nature: Terre de La Custodia , located in the hills of Montefalco, offers a year-round attentive welcome to families, with areas dedicated to children in the tasting room, placemats to color and a child-friendly “aperitif” with fruit juices and small snacks. For those who love nature, it is possible to organize picnics with menus dedicated to children or participate in demonstration activities of the wine supply chain, led by the winemaker and the brand ambassadors of the cellar.

Arnaldo Caprai also offers the possibility of organizing tours among the vineyards, while in the wine shop a children’s area has been set up with tables and materials for drawing. The “Kid Experience” includes a non-alcoholic cocktail and a winemaker’s sandwich for the little ones, while during the picnic the children will receive a basket made just for them: active from April 22nd to September 30th the Pic-Nic in Vigna is the ideal experience to discover the landscape surrounding the winery. A Wine Educator will accompany you during the visit to the vineyard and the winery and then, at the end of the guided tour, a picnic with lunch in the vineyards.

La Veneranda offers a half-price tasting plate for children, while Cantina Farchioni welcomes families with non-alcoholic aperitifs, small snacks and demonstration activities on the wine supply chain, accompanied by winemakers and brand ambassadors.

This spring, the Umbria Wine Tourism Movement transforms a visit to the winery into an opportunity for discovery for the whole family. A journey into the heart of Umbria where wine becomes an experience, a game and sharing, giving the little ones moments of fun and adults the opportunity to savor the territory in all its nuances.

Many other wine tourism itineraries curated by Umbrian wineries can be consulted on the social channels of the Umbria Wine Tourism Movement.