Giuridico e Amministrativo

📦 Rinaldi 1957, an established national distributor of spirits and wines, reinvents its brand image by 2025 to mirror its human-centric corporate philosophy. Valentina Ursic, Marketing Director, emphasizes empathy and kindness as key company traits. The new visual identity, crafted by designer Marcello Minale of Minale & Tattersfield, showcases smooth lines with a '60s vibe and a modern touch of black, reflecting the anti-conformist vision. Officially online since March, the updated image also extends to new catalogs and the corporate website. Despite decreased alcohol consumption due to various factors, including the sober curious movement, wine consumption grows with 55% of the population drinking occasionally (71%) and women accounting for 45% of this increase. Rinaldi 1957 expands its wine offerings, adding six new vignerons from renowned Champagne production areas. In 2024, the company, led by Giuseppe Tamburi, reported a €22.3 million turnover, a network of 150 agents, and a growing portfolio of over 130 Italian and foreign wine and spirit brands. The company's journey began in Bologna in the late '50s with Vittorio and Rinaldo Rinaldi, sold to Gruppo Buton in 1983, and acquired by Tamburi ten years later.

📖 On January 22, 2025, a decree was published in the Gazzetta Ufficiale, leading to the enforcement of significant updates to the production standards of Aceto Balsamico di Modena IGP. Mariangela Grosoli, President of the Consorzio Tutela Aceto Balsamico di Modena IGP, highlights these changes, which include a general review of production guidelines, updated labeling principles, and the introduction of a "Riserva" category for products aged over 5 years, as steps to ensure quality and protect the product as a cultural heritage. The modifications aim to simplify rules, enhance product management and traceability, and prevent ambiguous labeling that may compromise transparency.

💥 In Castelguelfo di Noceto, Parma, a helicopter crash at around 19:00 yesterday led to the deaths of 41-year-old Lorenzo Rovagnati, CEO of the Rovagnati salumi company, and two pilots. The accident occurred during takeoff amid fog and darkness. Investigations by Parma's Prosecutor's Office and the National Agency for Flight Safety are underway to determine the cause. Rovagnati, married with two children and a third on the way, was a prominent figure in the Italian agri-food sector. The community mourns the loss of Rovagnati and pilots Flavio Massa and Leonardo Italiani, while tributes highlight Rovagnati's role in advancing his family's business and Italian food excellence.

📌 In Italy's thriving vacation rental market, cleanliness is critical for guest satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and long-term success. Regions like Piedmont are tightening hygiene standards, with laws requiring documented cleaning proof. Guest satisfaction is paramount, with 84% of travelers citing cleanliness as their top priority, leading to better reviews and higher nightly rates. Italian regulations, like the national "Codice del Turismo," outline minimum sanitary standards for holiday rentals. Efficient cleaning processes can reduce guest changeover times and maintenance costs. Essential cleaning includes deep disinfection, inventory checks, and safety inspections. Managers should be aware of local laws, maintain cleaning records, use eco-friendly products, employ quality equipment, and provide staff training. Technology like Chekin can help automate scheduling and compliance documentation. A detailed checklist ensures no oversight, with focus areas like bathrooms, kitchens, and floors receiving special attention. Feedback collection post-stay can identify overlooked cleaning issues. A downloadable checklist is available to ensure compliance with Italian standards.

🍕 Alessandro Santilli, chef and owner of Frumentario in Rome, won the 2024 "Fior… di Teglia" contest held by 50 Top Pizza and Latteria Sorrentina at Refettorio Made in Cloister in Naples. His winning "La mia visione di Margherita" pizza features a tomato Marasca base and is completed with several sauces, including San Marzano tomato concentrate, yellow datterino, tomato confit, basil, and a mozzarella and stracciatella cream from Latteria Sorrentina, topped with Piccadilly tomato powder.

💼 Bluserena Hotels & Resorts announced its 2025 recruitment campaign for positions in Abruzzo, Puglia, Calabria, Sicilia, and Sardegna. Positions include Hotel Management, Chefs, Food and Beverage Service, Front Office, Administration, Maintenance, Housekeeping, and Internships. Recruitment events: Tourism Talent Week Cving (online) until 07 February 2025, Tfp Summit Milano at Hotel Melia on 07 February 2025, Fare Turismo Roma at Università Europea di Roma from 19-21 February 2025, and Tfp Summit Roma at Hotel Massimo D’Azeglio on 28 February 2025. Applications can be submitted through Bluserena's official website.

🍷 Unione Italiana Vini predicts US tariffs could cause up to €330 million in losses to the Italian wine industry by 2025, with a potential drop to €250 million if the dollar remains strong. A 20% tariff on still wines and 10% on sparkling wines are expected. The potential loss equates to a 15% decrease from last year's performance, mirroring France's 24% sales drop due to 25% tariffs in mid-2020 to early 2021. US is the top market for Italian wine, accounting for 24% of Italy's wine exports, totaling €1.9 billion in 2024. If tariffs are imposed, exports may fall below €1.7 billion in 2025, reverting to 2021 levels.

🍷 Lake Garda Wines is an initiative uniting Consorzi Bardolino, Custoza, Garda, Lugana, and Valtènesi to promote the wines and territory around Lake Garda under a shared image. Presidents of the Consorzi emphasize the project's role in enhancing wine visibility and the unique winemaking identity of each Denomination. Lake Garda Wines will feature at Vinexpo - Wine Paris 2025 in Paris from February 10-12, showcasing the region's wine excellence at Pavilion 6, Stand C 158. About thirty companies will join the Presidents in presenting selected labels and offering tasting opportunities.