Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current Italian wine news.
A brief overview of the main news in the wine sector, including wineries, markets, wine tourism, and events.
ITALIAN WINE AND ITALIAN ENOLOGY
Exports and economic weight of Italian wine
Wine continues to represent one of the pillars of the national agri-food sector.
Key data 2025
Italian agri-food production: €80.1 billion (3.9%)
Food and beverage trade balance: €15.4 billion
Wine contributes 46.7% of the trade balance of the entire Italian agri-food sector.
The wine sector’s central role in the competitiveness of Made in Italy products has been confirmed.
Implications
Wine remains the main driver of Italian agri-food exports, compensating for the structural deficit in primary agricultural production.
The No-Lo and Low Alcohol segment is growing
Mack & Schühle Italia expands Grapur
The company launches the first Low Alcohol Brut Sparkling Wine of the Grapur brand.
Characteristics
9.5% vol.
About 60 kcal per 100 ml
Sustainable packaging
Lightweight bottle and recycled materials
Trend
The market for low-alcohol wines continues to develop in response to the new demands of consumers oriented towards well-being and moderation.
Wine and health: more scientific research is needed
According to Professor Francesco Montorsi (San Raffaele Hospital in Milan):
There is a lack of definitive studies on the relationship between wine and health.
It is necessary to distinguish between types of drinks, quantities and methods of consumption.
The key concept remains moderation .
Scenario
The topic will become increasingly central to the European debate on health policies and responsible consumption.
Focus on Italian Grape Varieties
Trebbiano d’Abruzzo
Trebbiano is experiencing a phase of strong qualitative reevaluation.
Trend
More ambitious productions
Longer refinements
Growing recognition from national critics
Wines of Summer 2026
The main seasonal selections highlight:
Vermentino
Pigato
Bardolino Chiaretto
Territorial rosés
Fresh and gastronomic sparkling wines
Consumers are increasingly favoring light, savoury and territorial wines.
ITALIAN WINERIES
Radikon presents POP
The historic Oslavia winery launches its new line:
POP
White
Red
A project born to engage with a wider audience while preserving the identity of the border area between Italy and Slovenia.
Angoris (Friuli Venezia Giulia)
The Locatelli family continues to enhance the estate.
Wine recommended
Collio Pinot Grigio Locatelli 2024
Strengths:
Freshness
Flavor
Territorial elegance
Giodo Trees (Etna)
Carlo Ferrini’s project confirms the qualitative growth of the northern slope of Etna.
Wine recommended
Carricante 2023
Profile:
Citrus fruits
Volcanic minerality
Great acid tension
Argiolas (Sardinia)
One of the symbols of Sardinian winemaking.
Wine recommended
Vermentino di Sardegna Is Argiolas 2025
The cellar:
230 hectares of vineyards
2 million bottles per year
Strong presence on international markets
San Leonardo (Trentino)
The consolidation of the Metodo Classico project continues.
Wine recommended
Trento DOC Blanc de Blancs Private Reserve 2018
Over 10 years of investment in sparkling wine production.
Sardi Farm (Tuscany)
Celebrate the 15th harvest of Primavere Rosé .
A pioneering project that anticipated the growth of the premium Italian rosé market.
Sant’Alda Court (Valpolicella)
Marinella Camerani celebrates:
40 harvests
Amarone DOCG 2015 celebratory
Publication of the book Discovered Roots
An acknowledgment of one of the most influential figures in Italian organic and biodynamic viticulture.
Torrevilla (Oltrepò Pavese)
A new 425 kW photovoltaic system has been inaugurated.
Benefits
Annual production: 470,000 kWh
Emission reduction: 235 tons of CO₂
Strengthening corporate energy sustainability
Lands of Oltrepò and La Versa
Important industrial operation.
Operation
The historic La Versa winery is acquired by Mack & Schühle Italia.
Meaning
A strategic move for the relaunch of one of the most historic Italian sparkling wine brands.
Heroic vineyards in the Apennines
Gregorio Ceccarelli (Pistoia Mountains)
Goal achieved:
10,000 bottles produced
Next goal: first mountain sparkling wine
An example of the valorization of viticulture in inland areas.
INTERNATIONAL
Switzerland: New rules on wine imports
The Federal Government is proposing a revision of import quotas.
Objective
Support companies that purchase and process Swiss grapes.
Debate
Favorable producers
Importers are against the possibility of price increases and reduced availability of foreign labels.
Ticino: Tenuta Bally & von Teufenstein
The historic Swiss winery confirms its willingness to invest and innovate despite market difficulties.
Message
Tradition and adaptation remain the key elements for facing the new competitive landscape.
AGRICULTURE, VINEYARDS AND SECTOR POLICIES
Popilia Japonica Emergency
Northern Italy is worried.
Affected crops
Screw
Hazelnut
Orchards
Vegetables
Corn
Risk
Infestation more severe than in 2025.
Hail in Eastern Veneto
Very serious damage to vineyards among:
Pramaggiore
Annone Veneto
Loncon
Estimates
Production losses of up to 100%.
Critical issues
The production formation of the 2027 harvest has also been compromised.
Emilia-Romagna
New resources for rural development.
Allocation
An additional 49 million euros.
Destination
Innovation
Competitiveness
Animal welfare
Environmental sustainability
Trentino
The system for exchanging agricultural labor between companies has been approved.
Objective
Reduce the difficulty of finding staff during peak seasonal periods.
WINE TOURISM AND EVENTS
Welcome Vermentino – Castelnuovo Magra
Event dedicated to:
Vermentino from the Hills of Luni
EVO oil
Slow Food
Tastings and gastronomic workshops
Summer in the Piedmontese cellars
The phenomenon of: is growing:
Dinners among the vineyards
Tables in the woods
Outdoor events
Wine tourism is evolving towards immersive and convivial experiences.
Sicilia DOC welcomes summer
According to Wine Monitor Nomisma:
Key data
Wine tourism generated over €3 billion for Italian wineries in 2025.
Average incidence
21% of company turnover.
Vulture Italian City of Wine 2026-2027
The official program is underway.
Goals
Territorial promotion
Tourism
Culture
Promotion of Lucanian wine
DoctorWine – Wines for Summer 2026
A national event in Fregene dedicated to Italian summer wines.
Focus on:
Whites
Rosés
Sparkling wines
Easy-drinking reds
Falstaff White Wine Party
Albino Armani will be present with a selection of white wines from:
Trentino
Veneto
Friuli Venezia Giulia
Wandering Wines – Puglia
An event dedicated to Apulian natural wines, with tastings spread throughout the historic center of Parabita.
Artusian Festival 2026
From June 27th to July 5th in Forlimpopoli.
Central theme:
Food culture
Identity heritage
Food and wine tourism
THE THREE STRATEGIC THEMES OF THE DAY
1. Wine tourism continues to grow
Wineries are transforming into places of experience, hospitality, and direct contact with the consumer.
2. Sustainability and innovation accelerate
Photovoltaics, sustainable packaging, alcohol reduction, and public investment are driving the sector’s transformation.
3. Climate and plant diseases remain the main threats
Hail and Japanese Popilia confirm that agricultural risk management is now a strategic priority for winemaking companies.
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