Manchester – Among the initiatives to promote Italian wine across Europe, the Italian Trade Agency is organizing the 36th edition of the “Borsa Vini Italiani” to be held in Manchester on January 19 and in London on January 21. Borsa Vini is an practiced and effective promotional tool that enables participating producers to establish new business opportunities and consolidate their contacts. The UK maintains a steadfast position in 3rd place among foreign market for Italian wine, both in terms of quantity and value. In January-May 2015, exports of bottled wine confirm a positive trend, compared to the same period of 2014, with a + 10.3% increase in value and a +6% increase in quantity. In the same period, Italian sparkling wines increased their presence by 47%, placing the UK in 2nd place after the US. (9Colonne)
