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Viña Ventisquero launches exclusive wine for Brazil

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Chilean winery creates grape blend exclusively for the Brazilian market.

This Product results from more than a decade of working with the Ventisquero labels in Brazil

The Chilean winery Viña Ventisquero announces the launch of an exclusive label for Brazil: the new Red Blend Reserve. Elaborated especially for the palate of the Brazilian connoisseurs, the wine is a novelty in the category Red Blend, whose consumption has been increasing in the Country.

With different grapes in their composition, the wines of reds mixes bring the expressions of each of their strains harmonized with each other. In the case of the Red Blend Reserve Ventisquero, the “blend” – the blend – resulted in the perfect balance of the Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, Syrah and Petit Verdot grapes. Dark ruby ​​in color, it is fruity and brings touch of spice, well aligned with the palate of the Brazilian who ventures into the world of wines and prefers lighter and less acidic drinks.

Complementing the already famous Ventisquero Reserva line in Brazil, the new Red Blend is a toast to our palate and the defiant spirit of the winery, which is stamped on the label when bringing a human climbing a mountain. Guided by the vanguard in the elaboration of wines, it expanded the limits of the wine map in Chile when elaborating reds and whites in the Atacama Desert. The brand is also recognized for proposing innovative mixes and for venturing into different terroirs experiencing possibilities and contributing to the development of the wine industry in the New World.
“Cantu Importadora and our partnership with Viña Ventisquero celebrate 15 years in 2018. It was from more than a decade of work with the Chilean labels in Brazil that we identified the preferences of Brazilians when choosing a wine. The modern and courageous profile of Cantu and Ventisquero made it possible for us to think about this product and reach the result that we present exclusively to Brazil, “summarizes Peterstu Cantu, director of Cantu, which brings the wines from the Chilean winery to the country.
The new Reserva Red Blend comes from the Maipo Valley, recognized as the site of Chile’s best Cabernet Sauvignon, the launching base grape. The combination of the selected strains – which bring their main characteristics to the wine – widens the range of harmonizations, making the label the perfect company for dishes with chicken, cheese and pasta.

1875 Casa Valduga liquor red wine

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10 years of aging, maturation in French oak.

Carrying in the name the year that Famiglia Valduga arrived in Brazil, a launch to make history.

Made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this wine presents remarkable complexity and elegance. Notes of ripe fruits, plum and spices, along with nuances of tobacco and cocoa, form a fine bouquet and great wealth. A wine of great structure, which generously expresses the maximum potential of each variety.
Adequate phenolic maturation and rigorous selection of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes have given rise to this amazing liqueur. After harvest, the grapes were submitted to a natural dehydration, alcoholic fermentation, wine alcohol addition and maturation of 6 years in oak barrels.
In addition to the indicated harmonies can also be enjoyed alone, at the end of a meal.
Perfect with desserts such as tiramissú, chocolates with high concentration of cocoa, dried fruits and blue cheeses.

Almaden wines get new labels

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Founded in 1852, the Almadén line is considered the oldest winery in California. There are eight generations of producers who have produced – with great talent and expertise – wines and sparkling wines since 1973, in Brazil. The work of repositioning the line sought to review the brand’s entire portfolio, creating two large groups: Almadén Vinhos and Almadén Sparkling.

Within the Almadén Vinhos group, three categories were created:

• Almadén Varietals (line with ten dry varietals)
• Vintage Almadén (a red and a white half dry)
• Almadén Suave (a red, white and rosé)

Already in the Almadén Sparkling group, three products were developed, now in 750 ml bottles:

• Almadén Brut
• Almadén Demi Sec
• Almadén Brut Rosé

The work of visual renovation respected the legacy of a centennial and international brand, with 45 years of history in the Brazilian market, was guided by the search for the perception of greater added value.

“We strive to maintain the uncomplicated concept of the brand in this new Almadén Line, producing a wide range of varietals with evident quality gains in scale production”, celebrates Adriano Miolo, superintendent of the Miolo group.

The Almadén line of dry varietals consists of the varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Tannat, Pinotage and Shiraz among the reds. And Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Gewurztraminer in whites.

The vintage Almadén half dry is constituted by the Cabernet / Shiraz red and the white Chenin / Muscat. The Almadén Suave line is composed of Cabernet red (Sauvignon / Franc), white Ugni Blanc and Rosé Cabernet (Sauvignon / Franc).

About Almadén

Almadén is part of the Miolo Group, a brand that has projects in 4 regions of Brazil with its own vineyards. The Almadén wines are elaborated in Santana do Livramento, Campanha Central (RS), in the 450 hectares of the brand. The other Miolo projects are developed in Bento Gonçalves (RS), Vale dos Vinhedos – Vinícola Miolo (100 hectares); in Candiota (RS), Southern Campaign – Seival Winery (200 hectares); and in Casa Nova (BA), San Francisco Valley – Terranova Winery (200 hectares).

‘Monferrato On Stage’

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The ‘taste of music’ in collaboration with the Consortium Barbera d’Asti and Vini del Monferrato

Notes and gastronomic excellences protagonists, until 25 August, of the Piedmontese summer in 12 Municipalities

Monferrato on stage returns to animate the Piedmontese summer and to enhance a territory rich in wine excellences. From 1 July to 25 August the musical and food and wine event, realized in collaboration with the Consortium Barbera d’Asti and Vini del Monferrato and sponsored by the Piedmont Region and Province of Asti, will touch twelve Municipalities of Monferrato: Passerano Marmorito (Sunday 1st July ), Baldichieri d’Asti (Saturday 7 July), Cocconato (Friday 13 July), Cantarana (Saturday 14 July), Callianetto (Saturday 21 July), Aramengo (Sunday 22 July), Piea (Saturday 4 August), Roatto (Sunday) 5 August), Castagnole Monferrato (Friday 10 August), Tonco (Sunday 12 August), Ferrere (Thursday 23 August) and Valfenera (Saturday 25 August) with a rich program of free concerts and tastings of local products.

The leitmotif of the whole event will be music, with cover bands and special guests and the great wines of Monferrato. The musicians who will alternate this summer are many and of different musical genres. It starts from the sound of Riki Massini and Bonus Track Band with special guest Clive Bunker, historical drummer of Jethro Tull (1/7) and continues with The Italian Job – Stef Burns, “the Gallo” Golinelli, Juan Van Emmerloot (7 / 7) passing from the fifties rock’n’roll of Florie & The Lazy Cats (13/7); the next day it’s the turn of the historical “Band” of Ligabue composed by Robby Pellati, Mel Previte, “Rigo” Righetti and Fede Poggipollini (14/7). The month of July closes with Enrico Zapparoli tribute by Modà & Negramaro (21/7) and the Emotions Swing & Bossa Band by Max Muller (22/7). August begins with Andrea Braido and The Black Cars (4/8) continuing with the opening band of the Iron Maiden world tour Johnny Gallagher & The Boxtie Band (5/8), the gipsy-jazz-bossa of the Bruskers Guitar Duo Gipsy ( 10/8), the homage to Lucio Dalla proposed by Ricky Portera and Gemelli Astrali (12/8) and the two final evenings with Giorgio Conte in “Sconfinando” Tour in the company of maestro Alessandro Nidi (23/8) and Giorgio Buttazzo and the Acoustic Trio Bermuda (25/8).

Each evening will be accompanied by quality wine, with the Barbera protagonist, which will be possible to taste for each event in the program, along with a basket of typical products ranging from rubatà breadsticks, robiola, cooked salami to tench in carpione to peaches stuffed.

“The noble wines of Monferrato – says the president of the Consortium Barbera d’Asti and Vini del Monferrato, Filippo Mobrici – marry the music of the stages of Monferrato on stage, a festival that involves some of the municipalities of production of the names that we protect and promote. This year we support the review that takes place in the wine regions and in some of its most evocative villages, because we share the basic philosophy: the enhancement of local history and its cultural heritage, landscape and production through its great wines “.

“A review that conquers new spaces – says the Piedmont Region Councilor for Agriculture, Giorgio Ferrero – is a lively and vibrant review, which grows and finds in this a confirmation of his mission. Monferrato on stage is an occasion of great importance. to promote a territory that gives prestige to Piedmont. Barbera and Vermouth are worthy contraltari of music, and remember that the Monferrato is a land rich in history, culture, exceptional landscapes, wine and other food and wine excellences. Remembering it once again is important to make known to those who ignore it a territory that deserves to be frequented “.

“This event – says the president of the Province of Asti, Marco Gabusi – is characterized by its intent to unite, surpassing the logic of the bell towers thanks to a modern communication and a renewed graphics for a brand of an event increasingly linked to our territory”.

“The Ecomuseum is an institution of the Piedmont Region that enhances the memory and what better occasion of the music to do it” declares Elisabetta Serra, director of the Ecomuseum of the Basso Monferrato Asti (BMA) among the partners of the event.

To give voice to the Monferrato and to the whole festival will be the radio speaker Manuel Giancale (ManuJ) of Radio Veronica One that will lead and animate the evenings alternating with the rock and pop notes of the numerous artists on the stage.

Sauvignon Blanc „Mathias“ by Pfitscher

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Pinot Nero and Sauvignon Blanc are the main grape varieties that in recent years have allowed Pfitscher to be so appreciated in the wine scene. In autumn a new wine will be presented, unique and in limited quantities: the Sauvignon Blanc “Mathias” 2016.

Named after the founder of the Pfitscher Estate, Mathias reflects a grand cru according to the Burgundian model: an authentic “terroir wine”. Land rich in life and minerality, optimal microclimate, old vines and a work in the meticulous vineyard, carried out with strictly natural techniques: all fundamental factors that, in synergy, give life to Mathias.

We find these ideal conditions in the Cru “Katrhreinerfelder” in Fiè allo Sciliar, at 900 m of altitude. In good years this vineyard produces between 1,500 and 2,000 bottles of an excellent wine. Sauvignon Blanc “Mathias” made its debut during the most important trade fairs in Europe and was premiered to a small circle of journalists, thus confirming its extraordinary characteristics of quality and exclusivity.

The Pfitscher family has worked hard to create a great wine, able to seduce by structure, minerality and elegance, like the most famous wines in the world. The “Mathias” 2016 Sauvignon Blanc wine is available in a limited edition of only 1,850 bottles at specialized dealers starting in October.

The network of Bourgogne Wine Ambassadors expands

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With a network of 60 official Ambassadors in France and in 17 other countries around the world, the BIVB was keen to expand its team. And to do this, 10 training experts – including several Masters of Wine – were selected from around 100 applications around the world. Six came from the USA, one from Canada, and for the first time, successful applicants also came from India, Australia, and Switzerland, counting one apiece.
They traveled across Bourgogne from north to south, widening out their experience and discovering all the richness of the region through theory lessons, landscape readings, estate visits, meetings with professionals, and themed tastings. This intensive training week was capped off with a demanding final exam requiring a high level of understanding.
All 10 applicants passed the test, thus obtaining the coveted title of Official Bourgogne Wines Ambassador. These passionate specialists are now entitled to promote Bourgogne wines in a variety of ways, such as by hosting masterclasses in their territory with market influencers or wine-loving consumers.
Here is a list of our newly-qualified Bourgogne Wine Ambassadors:
•   Mark Shipway (Canada)
•   Marianne Franz (USA)
•   Christian Oggenfuss (USA)
•   Robert Bath (USA)
•   Tanya Morning Star Darling (USA)
•   Liz Palmer (USA)
•   Andrea Pritzker (Australia)
•   Sonal Holland (India)
•   Timothy Magnus (Switzerland)
•   James Barlow (USA)
In October, it will be the turn of France to strengthen its network. A recruitment campaign is underway with the aim of attracting 10 candidates to the Bourgogne region next fall. The following are prerequisites: Being a trainer in the wine sector with a good level of knowledge of Bourgogne wines; having a network of market influencers; and being active on social media.

Linea FRANCESCO CAPETTA Monferrato DOC Chiaretto

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The Monferrato DOC Chiaretto is a delicate and pleasant rosé wine obtained from Dolcetto, Barbera, Pinot Noir grapes, to be served preferably fresh (around 10 ° -12 ° C) to enhance the harmonious and balanced taste.

Excellent all year round, it is perfect to accompany fish and white meats.

It is part of the Francesco Capetta line, which offers a selected selection of DOC and DOCG wines: in addition to the Monferrato DOC Chiaretto, it includes the Cortese dell’Alto Monferrato DOC and the red wines Barbera d’Asti DOCG, Barbera del Monferrato DOC, Dolcetto d ‘ Acqui DOC and Dolcetto d’Alba DOC.

Characteristics of Monferrato DOC Chiaretto Capetta:

Grape variety: Dolcetto, Pinot Nero, Barbera

Classification: Denomination of Controlled Origin

Color: Rosé tending to light red

Perfume: Fresh, delicate, pleasantly vinous

Taste: Dry, harmonious and balanced

Serving suggestions: Excellent with dishes based on fish and white meats

Alcohol content: 12% Vol

Serving temperature: 10 ° -12 ° C

The Cave de Prestige 2018 selections are announced!

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The awards ceremony for those wines selected for the Bourgogne wines Cave de Prestige was held on Thursday 14 June in Beaune, in the presence of François Labet, President of the BIVB.
This gathering, which has been taking place annually for almost three decades, is both the opportunity to unveil the wines selected for the Cave de Prestige showcase, but also for the President of the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) to deliver a speech. In it, he hailed the quality of the wines, which is improving year-on-year, and reminded the winning producers that their wines will be representing the region over the next 12 months, through the BIVB’s promotional and training activities in France and around the world.

An edition with lots of competition!

In 2018, of the 1,138 samples submitted, 218 cuvées were selected (68% from estates, 9% from cellars, and 23% from négociants), representing 19.2% of the original submissions. This high percentage is a very good indicator of the level of excellence of those wines picked.

The 2016 vintage was the most popular, accounting for 133 wines out of 218. Its quality is incontestable, given the scores obtained.

The BIVB buys all the wines selected for the Cave de Prestige. In 2018, almost 14,500 bottles were purchased, of which 2,500 were presented at the Cité du Vins in Bordeaux.

Among the 134 winning producers were:

•   18 estates, cellars, or maisons included for the first time in the Cave de Prestige
•   34 companies made a return for this edition

The Châteaux de Meursault and Marsannay have obtained level 3 High Environmental Value (HVE) certification

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This covers 106 hectares: 67 hectares in Meursault and 39 hectares in Marsannay.
Level 3 is the only level that allows the holder to use the wording “High Environmental Value” and demonstrates an effective commitment to an approach that respects the environment: “Indicators of results relating to biodiversity, phytosanitary strategy, management of fertilization and irrigation”.This certification validates the move towards organic cultivation adopted by the Château de Meursault and the Château de Marsannay. Across the two villages of Meursault and Marsannay, one third of the area under vine is already cultivated according to organic specifications by the Châteaus, “with the aim of having all the vineyards organic within three to five years,” explains Stéphane Follin-Arbelet, Managing Director.

Another major step forward for the Château de Meursault will be the first harvests in 2018 from 8.8 hectares of newly-planted Pinot Noir:
•   1.5 hectares of Corton Grand Cru Les Maréchaudes
•   0.7 hectares of Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru Les Maréchaudes
•   0.8 hectares of Pommard Premier Cru La Platière
•   3 hectares of Pommard La Platière (Village AOC)
•   2.8 hectares of Ladoix Les Chaillots (Village AOC)

The acquisition of these new plots meant fresh investments in the winery, notably the purchase of some oak and stainless-steel vats to vinify the additional must in optimal conditions.

Franciacorta, Camilucci

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Passion, research, meticulous attention to detail, an eye to the past but the face towards the future: these are the characteristics of the Camilucci company.
The wine estates is located in the heart of Franciacorta, Italy, in a beautiful hilly area, particularly suitable for viticulture, with vineyards in the Municipalities of Rodengo Saiano, Ome, Monticelli Brusati and Gussago, a few kilometers away from Lake Iseo and Brescia.
Over the years, Stefano Camilucci has made his life an ancient family activity, creating a project that gathers with love and enthusiasm the poetry of his land and projects it with an enlightened slant towards new horizons. A careful, innovative winemaking, aiming at a modern, natural and authentic product. A Franciacorta that seeks aromas, balance and elegance, which marries the drinkability and the satisfaction of the senses. Unique wines, close to their origins, which aim to be remembered.

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