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Wine press review for Wednesday May 13 -2026

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Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
Italian wineries

Sicily, wine tourism already accounts for 10% of wineries’ revenues. The Assovini Sicilia–Lumsa Ceseo report confirms the growth of wine tourism on the island, with a strong presence of foreign visitors, increased investment in hospitality, and a greater focus on renewable energy. Sicilian wineries are now aiming to transform wine tourism into a stable economic asset.

Cantina di Vicobarone restarts with the best grape prices. The Piacenza-based cooperative closed its financial year with an average payment of €43 per quintal for 2025 grapes, up from €34 the previous year. This is a positive sign for the 125 members and for the winery’s new direction.

Letrari celebrates 50 years of Trentodoc history. The Trentino winery celebrates half a century of business with three generations of women: Lucia Letrari, her daughter Margherita, and Maria Vittoria. A history tied to the Vallagarina, the classic method, and family continuity.

Cantina del Taburno presents its new vintages of red wines. The new vintages of the company’s red wines are available for tasting, including the 2024 Piedirosso Sannio DOC, confirming the Campania winery’s role in promoting local grape varieties.

Tebano Center, new experimental winery confirmed. The Romagna center strengthens its role in winemaking research with the project of a new educational and experimental winery, conceived as a hub for the future of wine.

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Hail in the Treviso area: vineyards damaged in the Opitergino area. Severe weather hit several areas in the Treviso area, causing significant damage to vineyards. In Mansuè, some winemakers estimate up to 50% of their plants lost.

Agrivoltaic wines, Puglia experiments with a new production model. After four years of experimentation, the first wines made from agrivoltaic vineyards have arrived. Falanghina, Traminer Aromatico, and Primitivo display freshness, balance, and aromatic precision thanks to the microclimate created by the panels.

Alcohol-free, non-alcoholic, and alcohol-dealerted: the need for clarity is growing. The alcohol-free wine market is expanding, but definitions remain confusing. Alcohol-dealerted wine is initially produced as wine and is then completely or partially removed from the alcohol through authorized physical processes.

Green manure in the vineyard: an ancient practice that has become strategic again. Green manure is proving to be an important tool for improving fertility, organic matter, soil structure, and water retention capacity, especially in vineyards subjected to climatic and agronomic stress.

Agrochemicals in stock: beware of revocations and authorizations. Farms must periodically check the validity of plant protection products stored in their warehouses. A product purchased regularly may no longer be usable if it is revoked or subject to new restrictions.

Forgotten grape varieties: the past is useful for the future of wine. Interest is growing in minor native varieties such as Timorasso, Foglia Tonda, Susumaniello, Nascetta, Durella, Oseleta, and Recantina. It’s not nostalgia, but a search for identity, biodiversity, and adaptation to climate change.

Cork, sustainability, and the future of closures The debate on closures is back at the forefront: the natural and sustainable cork stopper remains an important solution, but it must be evaluated with technical data and without simplifications.

Grapevine millerandage: observing flowering and fruit set. Grape bunch quality is built during the flowering and fruit set phases. Balanced nutrition, water stress management, and micronutrient availability help reduce millerandage and promote more uniform bunches.

The most famous Italian wines in the world, region by region From Prosecco to Barolo, from Brunello to the great wines of the South, Italy confirms its strength thanks to over 500 native vines and an extraordinary territorial variety.

International

OIV: Global wine consumption to decline in 2025. Global consumption will decline by 2.7%, reaching 208 million hectoliters. Since 2018, the decline has been 14%, signaling a structural shift in consumption habits.

OIV: The sector seeks balance between production and demand. Global vineyard acreage has declined for the sixth consecutive year. Italy and France remain leaders in production and exports, while the sector aims to reduce production capacity and seek new markets.

U.S.: 70% of wineries expect a recovery within 2-3 years. According to the BMO Wine Market Report 2026, many American wineries are confident about the future. Spending on wine in the U.S. grew 3% in 2025, even though volumes continue to decline.

Canada, a new frontier for Barolo and Barbaresco. Langhe wines are strengthening their presence in Canada, where many provincial monopolies are squeezing out US wines. Toronto remains a strategic market for Piedmontese producers.

Bordeaux launches €20 million fund for the future of uprooted vineyards. The “Foncier d’avenir en Gironde” program is being launched in Gironde, designed to support vineyard restructuring and promote new agricultural projects following the reduction of approximately 20,000 hectares between 2023 and 2025.

European agriculture under pressure: Brussels accelerates risk management. Extreme weather, market volatility, and geopolitical crises are pushing Europe to strengthen insurance tools, mutual funds, and crisis mechanisms in the future CAP.

Apulian Grapes, Foreign Markets Under Pressure Geopolitical tensions and challenging trade routes are worrying Apulian table grape exporters, already penalized by the closure of the Russian market.

Wine and agri-food events

Sicilia En Primeur 2026: wine, territory and wine tourism From May 11th to 15th, the Assovini Sicilia event brings over one hundred international journalists to the island for tastings, winery visits and meetings with producers.

Pietradolce Winery hosts “Incroci di Vite” on Etna. On Saturday, May 16, the Faro family winery will welcome 33 Etna producers for an event featuring wine, street food, and solidarity in support of WonderLAD.

Open Cellars in Ticino 2026 The 26th edition involves over 80 wineries over two weekends: May 16-17 in the Sottoceneri and May 23-24 in the Sopraceneri, with tastings, visits and new mobility solutions.

TuttoFood 2026 in Milan: Made in Italy food remains strong. The fair confirms the centrality of Italian agri-food, with new trends, local products, free-from, proteins, fermented foods, and international interest.

Italian agri-food exports to reach record levels in 2025. According to ICE, Italian agri-food exports reached 72.5 billion euros, up 5%, despite geopolitical tensions and US tariffs.

Italianness is the first claim in large-scale retail. According to Coldiretti, products with claims of Italian origin represent nearly 30% of the agri-food products on shelves. Consumers are increasingly demanding transparency and territorial identity.

Cycling through the vineyards of Oltrepò Pavese A circular route through Borgoratto Mormorolo, hills, vineyards, and rural villages confirms the potential of active and slow wine tourism.

Wines and Culture: Aldo Tagliaferro is the new president of the Veronelli Seminary. The journalist succeeds Angela Maculan as head of the association founded to continue Luigi Veronelli’s cultural work.

Intravino Cup Montalcino: 16 wineries remain in the competition. The competition among enthusiasts enters its decisive phase, showcasing some of Montalcino’s most beloved wineries.

Final summary

Today’s review explores a winemaking sector undergoing rapid transformation. On the one hand, wine tourism, energy innovation, native grape varieties, agrivoltaics, and new agronomic practices are growing; on the other, extreme weather, declining global consumption, unstable markets, and geopolitical tensions are weighing on the sector.

For Italian wineries, the key point is clear: simply producing well is no longer enough. They need to build value around wine, the region, hospitality, sustainability, and the ability to tap into new markets.

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Wine press review for Tuesday May 12 – 2026

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Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
Italian wineries

Librandi expands its Critone Summer Edition. The Calabrian winery expands its limited edition dedicated to the beaches of Calabria with two new labels. The project brings Critone, the company’s signature white wine, to eight iconic regional destinations.

Le Manzane donates over €25,000 to a school in Ghana. Vendemmia Solidale achieves its best result in history: €25,030 allocated to the construction of a school in Adanu, thanks in part to the sale of solidarity bottles.

Zorzettig renews Myò and Tenaci. The Friulian company begins the rebranding of its Myò and Tenaci lines and strengthens its wine tourism offering, with new itineraries dedicated to biodiversity, the historic cellar, and tasting areas.

Cantina Valle Isarco celebrates 65 years. The Alto Adige cooperative highlights its Aristos line, an excellent selection born from vineyards above 550 meters, with wines focused on acidity, minerality, and territorial precision.

Vecchie Terre di Montefili presents Biancone Toscana Chardonnay 2024 In the heart of Chianti Classico, the estate introduces a Chardonnay from a historic vineyard planted in 1982, at 500 meters above sea level, conceived as a natural complement to its production identity.

Villa Franciacorta takes center stage in Turin. At the OGR, Villa Franciacorta explained its production strategy: only vintage wines, estate-grown grapes, indigenous yeasts, and a strong connection to the vintage.

Giusti Wine inaugurates the summer season. On May 23rd and 24th, the Abbey of Sant’Eustachio will host music, guided tours, and tastings, confirming the company’s cultural and wine tourism role in the Montello area.

Pietradolce Winery unites Etna, wine, and solidarity. On Saturday, May 16, the winery hosts “Incroci di Vite,” an event featuring 33 Etna wineries, street food, and a fundraiser for WonderLAD.

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Italian Wineries: Inventories Still High. In April 2026, wine inventories in Italian wineries grew by 5.6% compared to 2025, reaching 52.5 million hectoliters. Veneto accounts for 25.6% of national inventories, while Prosecco DOP represents 11%.

Italian wine is worth €11 billion in denominations. With 523 DOP and IGP wines, Italy boasts the largest certified heritage in Europe. The value of wines with geographical indications is estimated at €11 billion.

Sustainability: Ruffino tops Agricoltura100. The 2026 Report confirms wine as a pioneering sector in sustainability. Ruffino leads the national ranking, followed by other outstanding agricultural producers.

Equalitas and Italian Sustainable Wine: According to Equalitas, approximately 20% of Italian wine production can be considered certified sustainable. This represents a significant competitive advantage against greenwashing.

Alcohol-free wines: the challenge is quality. The NoLo segment is entering a more mature phase. Following the European regulatory framework, the key issue is producing credible, consistent, and sensorially valuable alcohol-free wines.

NoLo and fine dining: the glass loses alcohol, not pleasure. Non-alcoholic and low-alcohol pairings are growing in high-end restaurants. The push comes primarily from young people and the pursuit of well-being without sacrificing taste.

Mediterranean Diet and Wine: The Issue of Moderation Returns Wine remains an integral part of Mediterranean culture, but the sector must respond with balance to health concerns, new consumption patterns, and generational disaffection.

Wine bars and sustainable markups. Wine bars and establishments are growing, focusing on accessible glasses, intelligent selections, and lower markups, attracting a younger, more price-conscious audience.

Wine tourism increasingly central. Wineries, consortia, and territories are investing in wine tourism as an economic, cultural, and commercial lever, with increasingly integrated strategies.

Bottega defends Prosecco from British attacks Sandro Bottega responds to criticism from the British press, recalling Prosecco’s international success and the high production costs in the most suitable hilly areas.

Tuscany: €13 million for promotion in third-party countries. The Region is allocating new resources to the 2026/2027 CMO wine campaign to support the promotion of Tuscan wines in non-EU markets.

International

China to host the 2026 OIV World Congress From 12 to 16 October 2026, Yinchuan, Ningxia, will host the 47th World Congress of Vine and Wine and the 24th OIV General Assembly.

US tariffs: another judicial rejection, but uncertainty remains. In the United States, the tariffs introduced by Trump have been blocked again by the courts. The situation remains unstable, while American restaurants are showing less interest in European wines.

Bordeaux takes center stage in the AIS Veneto training program. The seminar dedicated to Bordeaux explored Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternais, including mineral reds, dry whites, and great sweet wines.

Wine events

Alta Langa Roma 2026: a success in the capital. Over 700 guests, 47 producers, 115 cuvées, and three sold-out masterclasses confirm the growing relationship between Alta Langa DOCG, the Horeca industry, and the Roman press.

Sicilia en Primeur 2026 focuses on wine tourism. The 22nd edition opens in Palermo, focusing on wine tourism, education, young people, and artificial intelligence. By 2025, 61.4% of Sicilian wineries had increased their visitor numbers.

Southern Roots, heading towards its 21st edition. Over 80 companies from Southern Italy will be evaluated by national and international juries, with wines and oils from Puglia, Abruzzo, Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Molise, Sardinia, and Sicily.

Vinorum 2026 in L’Aquila From May 15 to 17, 52 wineries and 250 labels will showcase Abruzzo wines in the historic center of L’Aquila, the Italian Capital of Culture 2026.

Vini Vaganti returns to Lecce. The event dedicated to natural wines introduces a new app to make the tasting experience more interactive and maintain contact between the public and producers.

Apericulture at Villa Ghellini On May 16th and 17th, Villa Ghellini hosts Clinto tastings, platters, bruschetta, music, crafts, and children’s activities.

Exhibitions and festivals in the Treviso area Between Monigo, Fregona, Combai, and Povegliano, the Treviso area celebrates local wines, Torchiato, Verdiso, typical products, and popular traditions.

Wine becomes landscape and architecture in Treviso. From May 22nd, Ca’ Scarpa hosts the exhibition “Cultures and Landscapes of Wine,” dedicated to the relationship between vineyards, architecture, territory, and corporate identity.

Mirabilia at the Aiello Winery In Putignano, the winery becomes a cultural space with painting, sculpture, photography, and installations dedicated to the dialogue between wine, art, and Apulian identity.

Final summary

The day confirms that the Italian wine sector is rich in opportunities, yet also experiencing significant tensions. Inventories remain high, a sign of a market requiring careful management, while sustainability, wine tourism, alcohol-free wines, and international promotion are becoming increasingly crucial levers.

Italian wine continues to express value through denominations, territories, and wineries, but it must address more selective consumption, new languages, and a demand increasingly focused on experience, well-being, authenticity, and accessible quality.

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Wine press review for Monday May 11 -2026

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Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
Italian wineries

Sciacchetrà, the impossible wine saved by young people. In the Cinque Terre, Sciacchetrà remains one of the rarest symbols of heroic Italian viticulture. In 2024, production stalled at just 44 hectoliters, a mere 2.3% of the denomination’s total. A Mediterranean passito, briny and distinctive, today preserved by a handful of producers and a new generation determined to preserve it.

Cielo e Terra strengthens its Italian sales network. Andrea Passilongo is the new Director of Italian Sales for Cielo e Terra. His role will focus on strengthening domestic sales and repositioning Maia’s premium lines, with a network of 20 agents and a more targeted strategy for high-value channels.

Castello Vicchiomaggio and the 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione The 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Greve Le Bolle confirms Castello Vicchiomaggio’s modern, precise, and territorial style. The winery, with 24 hectares of vineyards in Greve in Chianti, continues to be a solid presence in the Gallo Nero denomination.

Maurizio Costa Winery presents its new vintages. In Modigliana, the Maurizio Costa winery continues its growth with the new vintages of its historic reds and its first white wine from Albana. This Romagna-based winery works to maintain a strong connection with the terroir, showcasing Sangiovese, international varietals, and native varieties.

Radikon, the border wine that changed the Collio region . In Oslavia, in the Collio area of Gorizia, Radikon remains one of the most iconic wineries for artisanal, macerated, and long-term winemaking. The family continues the path pioneered by Stanko Radikon, with its ponca, minimal intervention, and wines deeply rooted in the terroir.

Tre Terre Winery Wins European Awards: The 2024 Shiraz from Tre Terre Winery in Sabaudia earned a score of 92/100 at the Women’s International Trophy in Mainz. This is an important recognition for the Lazio wine region, especially in relation to the German market and European women.

Cantine Lucà and the Greco di Bianco Passito. Cantine Lucà’s 2021 Greco di Bianco Passito brings attention to one of Calabria’s oldest and most unique appellations. A historic DOC, established in 1980, it is linked to a passito wine made from Greco Bianco grapes in the Locride area.

Falanghina in the Phlegraean Fields In the Phlegraean Fields, a still-active volcanic area, the Loffredo family cultivates a viticulture rooted in local history. Phlegraean Falanghina grows on extreme soils, among terraces, volcanic sands, and a unique agricultural landscape.

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A map of Italian wines, region by region. Italian wine confirms its extraordinary territorial richness: over 500 native grape varieties, 20 producing regions, and hundreds of DOC and DOCG designations. From Barolo to Sagrantino, from Blanc de Morgex to Sicilian wines, each terroir expresses its unique identity.

Italian food and beverage exports to reach €70.9 billion in 2025. In 2025, Italian agri-food exports grew 5%, reaching €70.9 billion. Spain, Poland, France, and Germany performed well, while the United States saw a 4.5% decline due to tariffs. The sector is now looking to diversify its markets.

U.S. tariffs, growing uncertainty for Italian wine. Lamberto Frescobaldi, president of the UIV, draws attention to the negative effects of U.S. tariffs. The uncertainty weighs not only on exports, but also on the distribution and trade supply chain in the United States.

Wine resorts and relais: wine tourism becomes a system. Wine hospitality in Italy is evolving toward integrated models: rooms nestled among the vineyards, dining, a spa, tastings, and experiential services. Tommasi Family Estates, with Villa Quaranta in Valpolicella, represents one of the most structured examples of this approach.

The best wine is the one tied to memory. The story of wine is increasingly moving from rankings to personal experience. Stefano Quaglierini’s project, “My Secret Cellar,” showcases 15 Italian wines through stories, encounters, and territories.

Music and tasting: wine is more enjoyable with the right context. A study by the University of Pisa and the CNR, as part of the Cantina 5.0 project, confirms that live music enhances the tasting experience. Approximately 70% of participants perceived wine as better with background music.

The return of orange wines Orange wines confirm the return of an ancient practice: macerating white grapes on their skins. In Puglia, this trend finds new interpretations through spontaneous fermentations, indigenous yeasts, and natural approaches.

International

Barolo and Barbaresco take center stage in Canada. Over 170 Barolo and Barbaresco producers are attending the Barolo and Barbaresco World Opening in Toronto. The event, organized by the Consortium, represents a strategic showcase for the international future of Piedmont’s great reds.

Foreign markets: opportunities and tensions. Italian wine continues to seek new international markets in a complex environment marked by tariffs, trade wars, geopolitical instability, and declining consumption. Market diversification is becoming increasingly crucial.

Wine events

At Spazio Villalta, the AIS Friuli Venezia Giulia winery is organizing a tasting dedicated to Loredan Gasparini’s Capo di Stato, a historic Bordeaux blend from Montello. The evening features six vintages, guided by producer Lorenzo Palla.

Collio en primeur in Cormòns On May 14, 2026, the Enoteca di Cormòns, in collaboration with AIS, will host a tasting dedicated to Collio DOC, reserved for members. Around 150 labels will be available, including native whites, blends, and local reds.

TUTTOFOOD highlights Italian agri-food. At TUTTOFOOD, Oleificio Zucchi presented a tasting of 100% Italian sustainable extra virgin olive oils paired with dishes by chef Paolo Gori. It was an opportunity to reflect on the evolution of the Made in Italy agri-food sector.

Nepentes 2026 celebrates Cannonau di Oliena. On June 6th, Oliena hosts Nepentes 2026, an event dedicated to Cannonau Nepente. Tastings, traditional singing, shows, and historic wineries will enliven the center of this Barbagia village.

Alba celebrates Piedmont’s native grape varieties. On Sunday, May 24, 2026, the historic center of Alba will host the Go Wine Wine Festival. Over 90 wineries and more than 40 native grape varieties will showcase Piedmont’s winemaking biodiversity.

Applications are now open for “Il Vino Per Tutti 2026” The “Il Vino Per Tutti” guide is now accepting applications for the 2026 edition. The project combines wine, signature recipes, national visibility, and e-commerce tools to bring producers, readers, and buyers together.

Highlighted wine and agri-food opportunities

Organic estate in the Frascati DOC. Just outside Rome, a historic 11.36-hectare organic winery is available, with 9.56 hectares of vineyards, a fully equipped cellar, a tasting room, apartments, and a Roman-era spring. An ideal asset for production, hospitality, and local development.

Historic winery in the Castelli Romani. Since 1909, a business with 33 hectares of land, 32 vineyards, a modern cellar, 300,000 bottles annually, three direct sales outlets, and agritourism potential. A solid opportunity for those looking to invest in a historic wine region in Lazio.

Winery in Gradisca d’Isonzo. In Friuli Venezia Giulia, a historic 35-hectare estate is offered, with 31.5 hectares of vineyards in a single parcel, a modern winery, a consolidated US market, and international recognition. A compact, efficient, and export-oriented asset.

Naturalmente Farm Brewery. An integrated brewing model, with 12 hectares of organic land, direct cultivation of barley, hops, and grains, artisanal malting, and controlled production from raw materials to bottle. Up to 60% or the entire company is available for purchase.

Winery along the Strada Triestina FVG. Over 70 hectares in a single parcel, approximately 50 vineyards, a 10,000-hl winery, agritourism, restaurant, photovoltaic system, manor house, and strong export presence. A rare winemaking and wine tourism hub due to its size and location.

Estate in the Colli Orientali del Friuli. Approximately 80 hectares, 18 vineyards, organic and biodynamic, B&B, fully equipped cellar, 50,000 bottles annually, and strong potential for tourism development. An ideal asset for local wines, hospitality, and sustainable growth.

Historic Estate in Vulture – Aglianico DOCG In the heart of Basilicata, a property with 9 hectares of Aglianico DOC/DOCG, olive groves, historic caves, an 18th-century farmhouse, and a wine resort project. An opportunity for wine groups, hospitality investors, and agri-food funds.

Sustainable farm and winery in Ariccia, in the Castelli Romani area. This organic farm covers 19.6 hectares, has a 1,300-hl winery, a farmhouse villa, a B&B, photovoltaic panels, and the option of rent-to-buy or shareholding. An exciting project for wine, hospitality, and sustainability.

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Wine press review for Sunday May 10 -2026

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Italian wineries

Alto Adige, the Riesling from Juval Castle beneath Messner’s castle. The Unterortl Juval Castle Estate confirms Alto Adige’s value as a model of balance between grape variety, vineyard, and terroir. On the slopes of the Val Venosta, a Riesling with a strong identity is born, linked to the history of the Messner family.

Campi Flegrei, Falanghina grown on an active volcano. The Loffredo family continues a heroic viticulture in a complex and fascinating volcanic area. Their agricultural history began in the 19th century and today focuses on the valorization of the Phlegraean Falanghina.

Kettmeir, technology and mountain bubbles in Alto Adige. The Alto Adige winery reopens after a major structural investment, focusing on gentle technology, hospitality, and wine storytelling to strengthen the positioning of this mountain sparkling wine.

Andreola, heroic viticulture in the Valdobbiadene DOCG The Col San Martino company enhances the Valdobbiadene region through 250 parcels, 110 hectares of vineyards, and nearly a million bottles annually, confirming the role of manual viticulture in the UNESCO hills.

Terre de’ Trinci Winery takes center stage in Bellaria. The Umbrian winery promotes DOCG, DOC, organic, and sustainable wines at an event dedicated to the region’s history and certified quality.

Cantina Valtidone celebrates 60 harvests. The Piacenza-based cooperative celebrates a long production history, confirming the bond between tradition, territory, and future prospects.

Pasetti Wineries, sea and vineyards in Francavilla al Mare. An evening dedicated to Pasetti wines highlighted the connection between the Abruzzo coast, seafood cuisine, and mountain viticulture.

Cantine Fraponti, Girò returns to the forefront in Sardinia. With Pintadera 2025, Cantine Fraponti relaunches Girò, a historic and rare grape variety from southern Sardinia, in a rosé version.

Tenuta San Giaime, Sicilian wine and an international project. In Gangi, in the Madonie mountains, Lisa Ann’s winemaking project was born, featuring wines produced from high-altitude vineyards and a strong communication component.

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Conegliano, focus on sustainable viticulture and integrated pest management. The Municipality of Conegliano has launched a refresher course for winemakers, dedicated to plant protection products, integrated pest management, organic farming, and sustainable management of hillside vineyards.

Valpolicella, wine tourism between Verona and Lake Garda. San Giorgio di Valpolicella has established itself as a symbolic village for Veronese wine tourism, thanks to its vineyards, history, landscape, and proximity to Lake Garda.

Fortified wines are revisiting Port, Sherry, Madeira, and Marsala as products with great personality, capable of speaking to the modern consumer as well.

Valter Bosticardo and the Gamba di Pernice The recovery of a rare vine becomes a symbol of biodiversity and climate adaptation, with the Calosso DOC the result of an identity journey.

Alcohol-free wine on Etna Cantine Patria brings the topic of alcohol-free wine to the forefront of “Storie da Bere,” confirming its growing focus on new consumers and international markets.

Montepulciano awards Cellar Master of the Year: Antonio Troisi of the Raspanti winery receives recognition from the Consortium of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, highlighting a key figure in the supply chain.

Piedmont, experiments with low- and zero-alcohol wines With the Interreg “Devin0” project, Piedmont is testing low- and zero-alcohol wines from native grape varieties such as Barbera, Dolcetto, Cortese, Moscato, and Brachetto.

Fine wines, Italy drives Liv-Ex recovery The secondary market for fine wines shows positive signs in the first months of 2026, with significant performances for Barolo, Masseto, Soldera and other major Italian labels.

Romagnolo gin awarded in London Alba87 Gin, also born from the connection with the Albana grape, wins new recognition at the 2026 World Gin Awards, confirming the value of the fusion between wine and distillation.

International

Bollinger, La Grande Année Rosé 2018 The Champagne house confirms its style with a cuvée of great tradition: vinification in wood, long aging on the lees and a strong influence of Pinot Noir.

Vinitaly looks to Brazil and China. After Verona, Vinitaly restarts with Wine South America in Bento Gonçalves and Wine to Asia in Shenzhen, focusing on markets that are still small but strategic for the future growth of Italian wine.

Costa Smeralda, fine wines and international luxury Wine remains an integral part of the luxury experience on the Costa Smeralda, with its fine Champagnes, Bordeaux wines, Italian fine wines, and high-profile international clientele.

Wine events

Euganean Wines at Villa dei Vescovi From May 8th to 10th, 2026, Villa dei Vescovi hosts the event dedicated to the Euganean Hills, with FAI and Strada del Vino committed to promoting the area.

Saturday of the Winemaker in Rende On May 23, 2026, FIVI will bring the Calabrian format to an urban space for the first time, bringing independent winemakers, the public, and operators together.

Porto Cervo Wine & Food Festival The event kicks off the Costa Smeralda season, showcasing wine, haute cuisine, luxury hospitality, and top international labels.

Showcooking in Bellaria with Cantina Terre de’ Trinci: An event dedicated to pairing cuisine, certified wines, and the stories of Umbrian excellence.

Opportunities and strategic assets reported by QUIDQUID

Historic winery in Trentino. Family-owned since 1912, just a few kilometers from Rovereto: 14 hectares of land, over 13 vineyards, a modern operational cellar, and a production potential of up to 400,000 bottles per year.

Two strategic winemaking assets between Conegliano Valdobbiadene and Friuli. A confidential transaction uniting a historic Prosecco DOC/DOCG company and a complete Friulian estate, creating an integrated platform for production, winemaking, packaging, and distribution.

Moriago della Battaglia, an industrial hub in the heart of Veneto’s manufacturing region. A 49,000 m2 site with approved building permit, ideal for manufacturing and logistics development in the Northeast.

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