Tuscany’s world-famous wine Chianti has had a name change for the Chinese market, President of the Consorzio Vino Chianti Giovanni Busi said on Thursday. “To avoid mistakes or fraud we decided to register the trademark in China with a Chinese name,” Busi said.
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Italy’s attractions and the economic crisis
Italy’s charms appear somewhat resistant to the economic and financial crisis, as international tourists spent almost 3% more in the country this year, the Bank of Italy said Wednesday. Bookings from the United States are expected to increase by 5% to 15% Interest in Italy is also very high among Brazilians, the ENIT survey found.
Chianti Rufina has produced “strong” wines
Weather’s jokes, for Tuscan wine: two swinging winters and two dry summers have meant that a wine region geographically cold as Chianti Rufina has produced very alcoholic wines. It’s one among the main issues raised at the meeting organized by the consortium Chianti Rufina DOCG to taste the wines of the 22 wineries represented.
Government warns of Concordia salvage delays
In a letter addressed to Costa Co-Chief Executives Pierluigi Foschi and Michael Thamm, as well as to the head of Italy’s civil protection agency, Franco Gabrielli, and to the president of the Tuscany Region, Enrico Rossi, Minister Corrado Clini said it was ”urgent” that a working program be developed for the last phase of the stranded ship’s removal and the recovery of the hull in ”an ideal location”.
Nearly 700 hectolitres of Brunello lost in winery raid
Nearly 700 hectolitres of Brunello di Motalcino were lost Sunday in a raid on a winery in the Montalcino wine-growing region near Siena. Unidentified vandals broke into the cellar of the Case Basse estate, opening the taps on barrels and barriques and allowing the contents to drain away.
The wave of bad weather lashing Tuscany
The wave of bad weather lashing Tuscany since early Tuesday morning hasn’t spared the Grosseto area and, in particular, the Albinia and Orbetello districts, hard hit by the floods of 12 November. Rainfall forced a temporary closure Tuesday of the rail line between the cities of Florence and Pisa.
Playing Claude Debussy, the genius of the territory
Playing Debussy. The Genius of the Territory – the series of cultural events under the combined auspices of the Province of Florence and the various townships – is with us again. This year edition is dedicated to Claude Debussy. Debussy lived between the end of the XIX and the beginning of the XX century. For his music he is considered one of the master of XX century’s art.
Black Friday 2012 deals are here
Black Friday is yet to coming up. Choose the best books and Kindle books about Florence, Tuscany and Italy suggested by Florence Daily News to our on-line store: Florence Bookstore and Gifts. Get them directly at home with Amazon with no additional fees. You can also choose your favorite gifts from the most beautiful city in the world.
Top thermal spas in the province of Siena
One of the most beautiful areas of Tuscany is that of the province of Siena, with its unique landscape and fascinating history and art. But not only this: it is also known as the ‘most thermal’ area of Italy, with nine spas, steeped in history and tradition but with cutting-edge facilities.
Food Festivals in Tuscany this autumn 2012
This is an Autumn of flavours in Tuscany. From chestnuts to new olive oil and truffles, there are a great many festivals and fairs dedicated to local products. For lovers of wine and good food, there are food festivals dedicated to typical products in the most beautiful locations and medieval or renaissance towns of Tuscany.