A.Carraro Prosecco DOC Conegliano: Gabi 11 To Ülker Sport Arena in Istanbul it’s time for the Italian final of the CEV Champions League Carraro Prosecco DOC Conegliano challenges Savino del Bene Scandicci : it is the second all-Italian event in a row that decides the top European competition The Panthers play the fourth Champions League final in 5 years ahead of them the only team that has won all 9 European matches 3-0 including the semi-final against Vakifbank Istanbul A guaranteed show in front of the more than 5400 international volleyball fans present for the decisive match of the Final Four Coach Daniele Santarelli does not change the formation that beat Numia Vero Volley Milano in the semifinals: the diagonal is Wolosz-Haak Fahr and Chirichella the middle blockers and De Gennaro the libero leading the Tuscans is coach Marco Gaspari yellow-blue coach from 2012 to 2014: Ognjenovic and Antropova form the diagonal Wolosz and her teammates live on detonating tears that lead to 1-0: Fahr raises the first of 5 blocks of the partial (4-1 7 points for the two middle players after the first break A show by Haak from seat 2 and from the second line leads to the decisive stretch in the first set Gabi puts the high gears to close the set when needed (25-16 also many textbook defenses for the Brazilian together with De Gennaro) Haak has already reached double digits at 1-1 in the second set When Gabi makes it 9-5 you can hear the yellow-blue fans in the background (5 points with 100% offensive for the carioca on 2-0) Carraro Prosecco DOC rejects Scandicci as soon as it responds blow for blow: Haak scratches with a double ace that brings 21-16 the Panthers make very few mistakes and still touch very high peaks (only a team error between service Brazilian with 11 points and 69% in attack at the end of the match Zhu shows off his best version from post 4 with a couple of magnificent shots (8-7 there will be 14 at the end with 72% in attack and 2 blocks) then it takes a 4-0 run to get back in front Fahr takes care of it with the wall to dig another furrow (18-15 11 team for the yellow-blues): from then on the Panthers fly to victory when Haak places the third ace of the match the party is about to start: it is Chirichella who blocks for the decisive 25-19 the 3-0 is worth the CEV Champions League for the yellow-blues Collective and individual awards follow: Gabi Lubian and De Gennaro enter the all-star team of the competition while Isabelle Haak wins the MVP award of the Final Four Magnificent opposite to Istanbul in the final: 21 points without errors in attack and 2 blocks With today’s victory at the Ulker Sport Arena in Istanbul in the CEV Champions League final against Savino del Bene Scandicci Carraro Prosecco DOC Conegliano won its THIRD CHAMPIONS LEAGUE the FIFTH TROPHY OF THE SEASON after the Super Cup For the first time in the club’s history the Panthers won 5 trophies in a single season completing a resounding Grand Slam of successes It is a historic milestone for Italian volleyball only Vakifbank Istanbul managed it in the 2017/18 season It is the 22nd match in a row won in the Champions League a success at the height of the fourth final in the last 5 editions of the competition Carraro Prosecco DOC has won all the trophies of the last two seasons in Italy no one had ever managed it so far 29 trophies have shone in the yellow-blue club’s trophy cabinet since 2012 The only player present at all the victories is the veteran Monica De Gennaro who wins her third Champions League on a par with Asia Wolosz Cristina Chirichella and Anna Bardaro; first European hurrah for Nanami Seki Also for coach Daniele Santarelli this is the third CEV Champions League won as well as the 26th trophy as head coach of the Panthers Zhu Ting also becomes the only player in volleyball history to have two seasons as a Grand Slam staff and management will celebrate an ALL-IN season tomorrow evening from 20:30 in Piazza Cima in Conegliano together with all the fans Paola Ogechi Egonu (L) of Numia Vero Volley Milano spikes the ball during the women's semifinal between Carraro Imoco Conegliano of Italy and Numia Vero Volley Milano of Italy at CEV Champions League Volley 2025 in Istanbul Players of Carraro Imoco Conegliano celebrate scoring during the women's semifinal between Carraro Imoco Conegliano of Italy and Numia Vero Volley Milano of Italy at CEV Champions League Volley 2025 in Istanbul Zhu Ting (1st L) of Carraro Imoco Conegliano claps hands with teammates before the women's semifinal between Carraro Imoco Conegliano of Italy and Numia Vero Volley Milano of Italy at CEV Champions League Volley 2025 in Istanbul Zhu Ting (C) of Carraro Imoco Conegliano defends during the women's semifinal between Carraro Imoco Conegliano of Italy and Numia Vero Volley Milano of Italy at CEV Champions League Volley 2025 in Istanbul Zhu Ting (R) of Carraro Imoco Conegliano spikes the ball during the women's semifinal between Carraro Imoco Conegliano of Italy and Numia Vero Volley Milano of Italy at CEV Champions League Volley 2025 in Istanbul A. CARRARO IMOCO CONEGLIANO: Gabi 12, Zhu 14, Seki, Eckl (L2) ne, Lubian ne, De Gennaro (L1), Haak 21, Wolosz, Adigwe ne, Lanier ne, Lukasik ne, Chirichella 10, Fahr 13, Bardaro ne. All.: Santarelli. SAVINO DEL BENE SCANDICCI: Ribechi (L2) ne, Herbots 5, Castillo (L1), Ruddins 9, Kotikova, Mancini ne, Ognjenovic, Bajema, Graziani, Nwakalor 5, Carol 5, Antropova 14, Mingardi ne, Ung Enriquez ne. All.: Gaspari. Footnotes - Set duration: 20', 25', 22'. Attack Pt%: 63% - 36%. Reception Pos% (Prf%): 49% - 42% (18% - 28%). Blocks: 11-3. Aces: 4-3. Conegliano confirms to be unbeatable, taking the third Champions of its history, second consecutive and putting another trophy in the cabinet in this perfect season where it won the Grand Slam and yesterday she also received the compliments of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Honor and merit to Savino Del Bene who earned this limelight, fighting also in this final. But against the battleship of Santarelli It would have taken the perfect match. For now, Imoco is unplayable at any level. The first Champions League final in Tuscan style was the result of a clear victory in the semi-final against the home team, a 3-0 at VakifBank Istanbul, who were playing in front of their home crowd. But in the final Conegliano won 3-0 (25-16, 25-21, 25-19) and so the Venetians – who played their fourth final of the tournament in the last five editions – obtained their third success and also their fifth trophy of the season after having won the championship, Italian Cup, Italian Super Cup and Club World Cup. A historic grand slam. The Final Four in Turkey ended with an all-Italian podium, given the third place achieved by Milan, who beat VakifBank Istanbul 3-1. Coach Daniele Santarelli deploys the diagonal Wolosz-Haak, Gabi and Zhu are the wings, Fahr and Chirichella the middles, De Gennaro the libero. On the Milan side, coach Lavarini chooses Orro-Egonu for the diagonal, Cazaute and Daalderop only the wings, Danesi and Kurtagic the middle, Fukudome the libero. But there is no time to enjoy another amazing achievement: tomorrow at 18 Italian time the Panthers take the field for the final, the fifth of the season; it will be the sixth ever in the Champions League for A. Carraro Prosecco DOC and the fourth in the last 5 years. The opponent will be Savino del Bene Scandicci, for the second year in a row the CEV Champions League is blue-tinted, the sixth in the history of the competition. Immerse yourself in the city’s traditions told through the moves of a living game of draughts: this is the Dama Castellana of Conegliano. Opening the event on Saturday 10 June will be the great Renaissance Procession, which will arrive in Piazza Cima from Viale Carducci, packed with over 200 participants in historical dress. Upon its arrival, the Blessing of the Banners will take place, with ladies and knights in devotion to request a good fortune for their neighbourhood. Also in Piazza Cima there will then be the Living Checkers’ Game, entitled ‘On the Moon’: a performance that will retrace the song dedicated to Astolfo included in Orlando Furioso. A play that will present the exploits of Astolfo and his journey to the moon, to transform the living game of draughts between the districts of Ogliano and San Giuseppe into a unique narrative journey enriched by choreographies and performances capable of moving the spectator. In case of rain, the performance will be postponed to Sunday 11 June. Admission is on payment and tickets can be purchased on the Association’s website. Ceramics workshop with Sara Dall’Antonia An afternoon of Marcadoc – The hills of Venice deals with tourist, cultural and food and wine information of the Marca Trevigiana and the Veneto. Prosecco Doc Imoco Conegliano is World Champion! PROSECCO DOC IMOCO CONEGLIANO 3 – VAKIFBANK ISTANBUL 1 (25-18, 22-25, 25-21) The warmest congratulations to Prosecco Doc Imoco Volley Conegliano for winning the second world title in its history. “Ready, Mom, I heard tomorrow morning tie you The 28th edition of the Corsa Internazionale Oderzo Born from the initiative of some friends who joyfully frequented people leaving the church offering a good glass of wine, the longest-running of the exhibitions linked to the Primavera del Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco every year proposes with the same spirit more than a hundred labels of the producers of Valdobbiadene DOCG. The Exhibition of Conegliano Valdobbiadene in Miane offers a vast selection of wines from the UNESCO World Heritage area, from Valdobbiadene DOCG and Cartizze, to Verdiso IGT. In our program, tastings, scenes with typical products, live music and excursions to get to know our splendid territory. The 53rd Cartizze and Valdobbiadene DOCG Exhibition in San Pietro di Barbozza is a journey through wine excellence and authentic flavors. Tastings of Prosecco Superiore, gourmet dinners and walks through the UNESCO World Heritage hills make the event an unmissable experience. A unique opportunity to experience the magic of a territory that knows how to conquer with taste and tradition! Traditional exhibition to promote the wines of the Rive di Colbertaldo and Vidor, immersed in the wonderful setting of the Sanctuary of Madonna delle Grazie in Colbertaldo. An amphitheater of vineyards overlooking the ancient structures where the Pro Loco of Colbertaldo and the Comitato Mostra Vini organize tastings, guided tours, walks and obviously they will let you taste the traditional dishes among which the Spiedo della Marca and the Risotto Primavera alle verdure stand out. The Exhibition, in its tenth edition, was created with the aim of making the wines of the Conegliano area known, with particular attention to the Ogliano area, not strictly in a tasting form but also in terms of an image relating to a characteristic product, simultaneously enhancing the scenic beauty and the production peculiarities of our country. This year too, the hamlet of Guia is pleased to host visitors to the 55th Exhibition of Valdobbiadene DOCG. The star of the show will be the Valdobbiadene DOCG, to which a large room is dedicated so you can taste it in all its nuances. There will be the opportunity to participate in traditional lunches, including the spit. It will also be possible to experience guided walks through the vineyards, to discover the territory. The Exhibition of Cartizze and Valdobbiadene DOCG of San Giovanni, guarantees in each of its editions a welcome and refined quality in the products and services offered. Cison comes alive for the new edition of the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Exhibition with the aim of promoting the wine culture of the area and enhancing “The Hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG” recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since July 2019. The exhibition will be animated by a rich program of collateral events. At the Barchessa of the seventeenth-century Villa Battaglia-Spada in Refrontolo, the Pro Loco organizes the Wine Exhibition. The splendid location is the backdrop to the event, a prestigious and refined exhibition characterized by the presence of the Refrontolo Passito DOCG, the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG and the typical local wines. Exhibition dedicated to the promotion of the native Verdiso IGT wine, which you can find in the still, sparkling, col fondo, spumante and passito types. The product is enhanced with tastings and pairings with traditional dishes; a stand of typical local products of cured meats and cheeses will be present during the event. Promotion of the territory with food and wine and nature walks, with direct meetings in the vineyard with the producers. The Exhibition promotes the wines that belong to the DOCG Colli di Conegliano: fine reds, whites and passitos, including the extraordinary Torchiato di Fregona, as well as a selection of genuine local wines. The exhibition is framed by some events ranging from tastings to walks, alternating with cultural and convivial moments. The 54th Exhibition of Superior Wine of the Colli di Corbanese, located in the heart of Conegliano Valdobbiadene, an area declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an event that celebrates the excellence of the territory. The exhibition offers a unique showcase for local producers, highlighting the Prosecco Superiore, a symbol of quality and tradition. During the event, visitors can discover not only wine, but also local culinary specialties, immersing themselves in the culture and gastronomic traditions of the area. A sensory experience that combines history, nature and flavors. As part of the Vittoria stage of the Primavera del Prosecco, cultural, artistic and tourist initiatives will be promoted, with particular attention to local gastronomy, art and cultural and naturalistic walks through our hills. From this year, the exhibition will have the collaboration of the Hotel Institute for the preparation of some hot dishes. In 2024, 66 wines participated in the Prosecco Superiore DOCG competition, which were evaluated by a commission made up of experts from Assoenologi, Onav and Fisar. The Show was created with the aim of promoting and enhancing the wines of Feletto and the surrounding areas, in an extra-district field, not strictly in the form of tasting but also of an image relating to a genuine and characteristic product of its production area. It will therefore be everyone’s commitment to elevate the Show to a tool for disseminating the denomination of quality and taste of our territory, especially today with the recognition of a product with Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin. With an adequate presentation, as well as with an accurate display of the product, in welcoming environments for a quiet tasting, the wines produced in the relative areas and the Show itself, can acquire the notoriety that they undoubtedly deserve. Sunday, December 1st is the key day with the 10, 21 and 42 km races among cellars and vineyardsThe Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Running Festival is underway: tomorrow the “quarter stage” opens in VidorSaturday, November 30th at 7:30 the start of the 51 km Ultra Trail on the Cammino delle Colline with arrival in Vittorio Veneto THE SCHEDULETOMORROW, FRIDAY 29 NOVEMBER 20243:00 PM Race Office and Expo opening7:00 PM Race Office and Expo closing7:00 PM “Muset & Calici” typical “musét” dinner (reservation required)9:00 PM Toast offered by the Colbertaldo and Vidor Wine Exhibition (only for those who have booked for the dinner)9:00 PM The Fireplaces: Folk and Rock’n’Roll music10:30 PM Closing SUNDAY 1 DECEMBER 20247.00 am Race Office and Expo opening9.15 am Race Office closing7.00 am Baggage storage opening8.00 pm 08.30 Start 2nd Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Marathon10.00 Start 14th Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Run10.20 Start 9th Conegliano Valdobbiadene Bollicina12.00 Opening Pasta PartyFrom 12.30 Awards ceremony (to follow based on arrivals)17.00 Bag drop off closes18.00 Event closes The legend continues. There is nothing that can stop the Prosecco Doc Imoco Conegliano, even when things look bad. Yes, because this Vero Volley Milano, even in this match 5, really put fear in the audience of a PalaVerde full to the brim for almost two sets, but in the end it had to yield. Santarelli’s team, with the 3-1 win over the Lombardy team, was reconfirmed as Italian champions for the fifth consecutive season, despite the summer revolution having led to fears to the contrary. It was, as expected, a difficult match for the panthers, who lost the first set and then pulled off a rather difficult comeback in the second, thanks also to the so-called long bench (the contribution of Alexa Gray was decisive in this case, and she will be judged MVP with 25 points, 2 walls, 1 ace and 65% in attack. All in just three sets played). From there it was practically a monologue, and the title was once again stopped in the land of Prosecco. Thus ended an absolutely positive season for President Garbellotto’s club, which, despite the aforementioned difficulties, was able to win four trophies: in addition to the Scudetto, they also won the Supercup, Coppa Italia and the World Club Championship. Definitely not bad at all. Subscribe to receive email updates from IWSC Necessary cookies are required for this website to operate correctly The only way to disable these is to update your browser settings These cookies help us gain an insight into how people use our website This information is used to improve the websites performance and features we offer We use social plugins to help you share content and interact with your friends These plugins can set cookies on your machine to track how many times a page has been shared We embed videos from 3rd party services such as Youtube These services may set cookies on your computer once you click on the player We use marketing cookies to make sure we are giving you relevant content Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to read our latest features and reviews, get exclusive offers and learn about upcoming events. MEDIA: All the matches of the CEV Champions League Final Four will be broadcast live streaming on DAZN, Sky Sport and Eurovolley.tv. Live updates, photos and interviews will be published on the Whatsapp channel, on the Facebook, Instagram and YouTube profiles of Imoco Volley. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE ROLL OF HONOUR: Italy is in second place in the ranking of the most titled nations in the competition (18 wins): Russia leads with 23, in third place is Turkey with 8 (of which 6 won by Vakifbank, from 2011 to today). There are 7 Italian clubs to have won the trophy: Bergamo leads with 7 successes, then A. Carraro Prosecco DOC with, Ravenna, Perugia and Matera with 2, finally Novara, Modena (the last Italian non-yellow-blue brand, in 2019) and Casalmaggiore with a triumph. WOLOSZ & SANTARELLI IN THE PRESS CONFERENCE FRIDAY (H11/12): the captain and coach of A. Carraro Prosecco DOC will be involved in a press conference on the eve of the start of the Final Four. On Friday, May 2, from 11 to 12, at the Marriott Hotel in Istanbul, they will answer questions from journalists. FOR FANS BIG SCREEN AT IMOCO BISTROT: All the matches of the Final Four in Istanbul of the CEV Champions League of the A. Carraro Prosecco DOC Conegliano will be broadcast LIVE at the Imoco Bistrot, starting from the semifinal against Numia Vero Volley Milano, appointment for Saturday 3 from 14:50. Info and reservations at +39 3930804118. The Municipality of Conegliano has instead set up a large screen in Piazza Cima in Conegliano for the semifinals and possible finals. FINAL DINNER AT CA’ DEL POGGIO: Before the “break the lines” that will definitively close the season, the team, staff, sponsors and authorities will be present on Tuesday at the traditional final closing evening and “break the lines” in the evocative location of the Ca’ del Poggio Restaurant in San Pietro di Feletto which traditionally hosts the last act of the season before the well-deserved holidays. The IWSC is delighted to return to Conegliano Valdobbiadene, one of Italy’s most prestigious sparkling wine regions, for its third Global Judging event of 2025. Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to read our latest features and reviews get exclusive offers and learn about upcoming events Last day of Carnival with two events: 23 floats and masked groups on the catwalk in the capital Treviso and Conegliano: the magic of Carnival will experience one of its most anticipated moments on Shrove Tuesday The parade of papier-mâché giants will stop tomorrow afternoon in Treviso and Conegliano for two classic events of the craziest party of the year is expected to see a crowd of great occasions starting around 2 pm from the Cathedral and with commentary by Nicolò Dalla Gasperina will include 23 floats and masked groups and will be opened by the Treviso Folklore Group with the traditional King Carnival the Friends of Vintage Tractors of the Marca (theme: “The Tree of Wooden Clogs”) the group “Viva el paron dei peri” of Casella d’Asolo (“We are left in our underwear”) the parish group of Bocca di Strada and Santa Maria (“Disney 100+1”) the Energia in movimento dance school (“Grease-Brillantina”) the Youth group of San Giuseppe of Treviso (“Let’s go and color”) the Simpatia group of Musestre (“Italian Justice”) the cultural association “Yo Soy Dominicano Aquí y Allá” of the Dominican Republic (“Homage to the Dominican Merenghe”) the Friends of Ponte Crepaldo of Eraclea (“Not all experiments succeed with the hole”) the Contrada Santa Lucia of Castagnole (“Dutch Joy”) the Friends of the Carnival of Falzè (“The Pirates of the Carnival”) the Quei de Soligo Group (“Peter Pan and the crew of Soligo”) the Selva Carnival Committee (“The Court of King Carnival”) the CarnevaleInsieme Group of Signoressa (“Paw Patrol”) the Allegra Compagnia of Porcellengo (“Sushi in saor”) the Friends of Merlengo (“Rebellion at Court”) the 80s Kids of Lovadina (“The Rainbow Dragon and the Village of Clouds”) the Coriandolando group for Pieve di Soligo (“The Jungle Book”) the Allegria group of Maserada (“Let’s Season Together”) the San Giacomo Youth Group of Sala (“The Addams Family) the Colombere Committee of Cusignana (“Journey to the East”) and the Friends of Isiata (“The Spectacle of Nature”) Curiosity: the Youth Group of San Giuseppe of Treviso While in the group of the cultural association “Yo Soy Dominicano Aquí y Allá” the actor Miguel Gobbo Diaz will also parade one of the protagonists together with Claudio Amendola of the Rai 1 fiction “Nero a metà” and the Netflix series “Zero”.The route of the floats will be reversed compared to usual: after the departure from Piazza Duomo pass through Borgo Cavour and will run along the city walls until arriving in Piazzale Burchiellati A journey of a kilometer and a half that promises to become a riot of music and masks In Piazzale Burchiellati there will also be a quality jury the master of art Marco Varisco who will bring on stage the trophies he designed to reward the best float and the best choreography The other members of the jury are: Tiziano Pasquali (Benetton Rugby) Maurizio Criveller (sales director of the Vega Group) Carlo Giustini (marketing manager Nonno Andrea) Giuseppe Aliprandi (president of Pro Loco Sernaglia) Guests of the Israa facilities are also expected: more than one hundred elderly people from retirement homes will be able to enjoy the Carnival show from a stage located in Viale Burchiellati The Treviso Carnival will be followed live by Antenna Tre CONEGLIANO – The Conegliano Carnival blows out 32 candles with the traditional parade of allegorical floats that starting at 2:30 pm and accompanied by the voice of Roberto Biz will pass through the streets and squares of the center 20 between allegorical floats and masked groups The parade will be opened by the Majorettes Onda Azzurra of Jesolo the Ginnastica Artistica Conegliano and the groups Lumber Klub and Latarici of Abbazia (Croatia) the Pastoral Unit Group Le Grazie di Don Walter (theme: “The Minions”) the Cordignano Splendidi Eventi association (“The Flinstones”) the Pro Loco Fiume in festa (“Marriage at first Instagram”) the Dal Santo group from Prata di Pordenone (“The 4 seasons”) the Sempre Quei from Tezze (“The farmer is looking for a wife”) the Quella Maledetta Banda group (“Despicable Me and the Minions”) the Cerletti wine school (“A great wine is made in a great barrel”) the Pro Loco of Trevignano “Pochi ma boni” (“The jesters of the 21st century”) the parish group of Nervesa della Battaglia (“Dreaming of the Caribbean”) the Sempre Quei from Cavolano (“The jungle”) the Aps Fuorigiri Group from Losson della Battaglia (“The Orient”) the Fon Fierun of Corbanese (“Hopi Aquila Bianca”) the San Rocco Festivities Committee of Gaiarine (“Musica maestro”) the Friends of the Carnival of Roncade association (“La nascita della Fenice”) Live streaming on the VenetoGlobe YouTube channel Updates on the Carnival parades of Marca are available on the website www.carnevalidimarca.it on the Facebook page “Carnevale Trevigiano” Marcadoc – The hills of Venice deals with tourist cultural and food and wine information of the Marca Trevigiana and the Veneto the results speak volumes: 3% received gold This strong showing underlines the consistently high quality across the denomination and reflects the creative energy and terroir expression that make this region one of Italy’s most distinctive A Region of Heroic BeautySet in the dramatic Conegliano Valdobbiadene is more than picturesque and hand-crafted terraces that define agricoltura eroica “You really understand how difficult it is to produce wine in this part of the world,” said Vincenzo Arnese “They call it heroic winemaking for a reason.” That deep connection between landscape and labour is part of what gives the wines their depth. Sarah Abbott MW described it as “real agriculture as creative culture,” capturing the intentionality and artistry behind every bottle Standout StylesWhile the judges expected quality they were struck by just how diverse and exciting the wines were There was greater variety of styles and aroma profiles than anticipated fruit-forward to lees-aged and terroir-expressive Several judges noted a refreshing openness and creativity in the winemaking One trend that emerged was the performance of Extra Dry versus Brut wines Extra Dry styles showed more consistency across the board while the Brut category presented more dramatic highs and lows, perhaps reflecting its newer and still-evolving nature Judges described the best examples as "incredibly pure with the primary fruit of the Glera grape shining through But where lees work or extended aging dominated the grape’s natural charm sometimes got lost A few judges suggested that if producers want to explore these more complex styles they might consider integrating historic varietals to retain balance and identity Three stand out Bruts were the gold medal winning Valdo Cuvée Di Boj Brut NV (96 points) Vincenzo Toffoli Brut 2024 (95 points) and Dal Din Brut NV (95 points) Wines with CharacterAmong the most memorable wines were several Sui Lieviti (on the lees) bottlings A particular highlight was the Guia Incipit Sui Lieviti Brut Nature 2022 (95 points) Meanwhile, the Rive cru wines continued to impress. Helena Nicklin highlighted these single-vineyard expressions as “not a blanket category… that’s where the excitement is.” Two gold medal winning Rive wines were Andreola Marna Del Bacio Rive Di San Pietro Di Barbozza Extra Brut 2024 (95 points) and Bortolomiol 70th Anniversary Rive Di Col San Martino Extra Brut 2022 (96 points.) Helena also noted the aging potential of sweeter styles saying: “The use of sugar was very well done I really loved those older vintages.” These wines challenged preconceptions and added further nuance to the region’s already broad stylistic range Non-vintage and vintage wines were evenly matched in quality pointing to the consistency of craftsmanship throughout the denomination the Sophistication of SuperioreWhat truly sets Conegliano Valdobbiadene apart is its ability to balance elegance with ease “It’s top-end, but it’s relaxed with it,” said importer Megan Clarke talk together… high-class but not pretentious.” and joyous Italian spirit that defines the best of Prosecco Superiore Final ConclusionsConegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG is Prosecco It’s time this remarkable region claimed its space in the spotlight.  With room to grow awareness and continue refining style diversity The IWSC judges were Sarah Abbott MW, IWSC Wine Judging Committee Member, with Megan Clarke, Vincenzo Arnese MS, Melania Battisson, Helena Nicklin. Jason Millar and Cat Lomax READ THE FULL RESULTSIWSC 2025 wine judging in Conegliano Valdobbiadene: Gold medal winners written together with Sergio Maria Rubino and Antonio Iammarino marked by the irony of one of the most loved artists by Italians Checco Zalone will also present his new and very topical song ‘Sulla Barca dell’Oligarca’ (On the Oligarch’s Boat) in which the comedian tells of a harbour guard celebrating his son’s communion on a yacht seized from a tycoon dealing with the issue of sanctions imposed on Russia then took part in Zelig and made himself known to the general public with ‘Siamo una squadra fortissimi’ an anthem dedicated to the Italian national football team His first film ‘Cado dalle nubi’ whose soundtrack is composed of original songs he was on television with the Checco Zalone Show followed by the programme of the same name and returned to the cinema with Che bella giornata In 2013 “Sole a Catinelle” was the most-watched film of the year and in 2016 “Quo vado?” was the most-watched Italian film His directorial debut was in 2020 with ‘Tolo Tolo’ with which he won two David di Donatello awards cultural and food and wine information of the Marca Trevigiana and the Veneto.