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Dwarf mandarin puree: the benefits of fermentation

A study concluded that fermentation with a probiotic indigenous strain of Pichia terricola significantly improves the functional characteristics of dwarf mandarin purees, offering a valuable biotechnological strategy and a reference for the mandarin industry

Red wine: authentication through the bottle

A study demonstrates a noninvasive optical technique, using near-infrared fluorescence and a special lens geometry, capable of distinguishing red wines through sealed green glass. A single 785 nm source is sufficient to unmask fraud

Cricket flour: its effect on pasta quality

The results of a study conducted by a group of Italian researchers suggest that the inclusion of cricket flour improves the nutritional profile and increases the resistant starch content of the product, without compromising the technological properties

Time as a form of FREEDOM

Mattia Vezzola’s experience and vision have transformed Valtènesi Rosé into a project of finesse, tension and longevity, capable of breaking down historical prejudices and redefining, through Costaripa, the role of Italian rosé in the contemporary wine scene

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From graphics to function: the evolution of the label

In the bottling sector, labels are increasingly becoming technical components as well as communication tools: they influence print yield, line stability, bottle washing cycle management, resistance in humid environments and compatibility with recycling processes. They are no longer merely a graphic and communication element applied downstream, but a functional part of the packaging system. This…

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Castello di Verrazzano: a thousand years of winemaking tradition

In the heart of Chianti Classico, Castello di Verrazzano commands respect for its remarkable historical continuity. A thousand years of presence in the area is not just an evocative element: it is a production system that has evolved without ever losing its core identity. The estate covers approximately 250 hectares, 50 of which are planted…

Fig jam: brown sugar is the best sweetener

The results of a study highlight the influence of the type of sweetener on the quality characteristics of fig jam, identifying cane sugar as the best option for optimising both the nutritional value and the chemical quality and sensory properties of the product

Tradition on the label is worth € 3.4 billion

We often hear about food innovation, but how much does tradition matter when Italians are making purchasing decisions? The answer comes from the latest edition of GS1 Italy’s Osservatorio Immagino, which has devoted its in-depth report to food products whose labels highlight respect for tradition in their formulation, artisanal production methods and a guarantee of comprehensive quality controls

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