In a recent interview, Christy Canterbury, MW, shared an insightful perspective: “Many wine brands tend to overload their messaging with technical details—such as yeast, production techniques, exposure, and soil type—that most consumers aren’t interested in. What most people really care about is the lifestyle associated with wine, the pleasure of its consumption, and how wine can make their lives more interesting. I believe it is necessary to adapt to today’s more casual lifestyle.”
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Singapore, 4th December 2023 – I joined an appealing journey through the prestigious world of Barolo at a remarkable wine tasting hosted by Mr. Pietro Oddero from Oddero Winery, Piedmont.
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Not a bad day when a sommelier gets to taste 19 different Champagnes in minutes! 🍾
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Singapore, 8th September 2023 – I had the pleasure of meeting Alessandro to explore some fascinating wines that he’s considering exporting to Singapore.
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Key Takeaways:
- In an observational study, Massachusetts General Hospital researchers found that alcohol in light to moderate doses reduced stress signalling in the brain, which may explain why light-to-moderate drinkers see improved cardiovascular health
- Given the negative health effects of alcohol, including a higher risk of cancer in light to moderate drinkers, targeted interventions that replicate this effect are needed
Wine’s carbon footprint: 74% tied to glass bottles
We all enjoy a good glass of wine, but have you ever stopped to think about the environmental impact of the wine industry? In 2020, the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) conducted a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to evaluate the environmental impact of the viticulture and winemaking industry.
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At least one glass of wine a day, but limited excesses as far as Italy is concerned. Eurostat reveals this by comparing the ways of consuming alcohol in the European member states.
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Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam), June 16th 2022 – The Consortium of Chianti (established in 1927, with over 3.000 producers behind the most famous Italian wine) returns to Asia for the first time after the pandemic.
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Siena, April 29th 2022 – When it comes to Lambrusco, we cannot refer to a single type of wine. Because of a multitude of varieties, different areas of origin and diverse winemaking choices, as a result, we have plenty of different styles.
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In 2021 Italy exported to Singapore € 17,916,421 of bottled wine according to ISTAT (National Statistical Institute) data.
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