Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
ITALIAN WINERIES
Tinazzi consolidates its multi-territorial model
At Vinitaly 2026, the Tinazzi family is presenting a project that integrates five estates in Veneto, Tuscany, and Puglia, with new labels, investments in hospitality, and local development.
Antica Tenuta Palombo awarded at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
Maturano della Valle di Comino has won important international recognition, confirming the value of native Italian grape varieties and local production.
Tornatore, symbol of Etna wine
Tornatore Wineries continues to grow in international markets, strengthening Etna’s role as one of the most dynamic and recognized winemaking areas in the world.
Carpi and Sorbara winery up for sale
The Modena cooperative’s crisis continues, with a deficit exceeding €12 million. A restructuring proposal is expected by June 18th, while concerns are growing among its winegrowers.
Vernaccia di San Gimignano: High quality but limited participation
The 2026 edition of Regina Ribelle saw a limited presence of local companies, despite recent vintages having shown very interesting quality.
Solotredici 2023 is the best Vermentino in the world
The label from Gabriele Palmas’s Sassari-based winery won the Grand Gold Medal at the Arzachena International Vermentino Competition.
Mt 2025 by Mattei Wines
A small production of just 3,000 bottles, this Lazio white wine is made from Malvasia Puntinata and Trebbiano grapes and stands out for its freshness, minerality, and drinkability.
ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY
Wine exports: first quarter still difficult
Italian exports closed the quarter at €1.7 billion (-8.2%). Veneto, Piedmont, and Tuscany accounted for 66% of national exports. Piedmont was the only major region to see growth (0.5%).
Signs of recovery in March
After two very negative months, March saw a slight reversal of the trend, with increases in both the volumes and values exported to the European Union.
The United States remains the main problem
Exports to the American market are declining sharply, impacted by tariffs and trade uncertainty.
Wine stocks still high
National stocks remain 5.4% higher than expected in 2025, despite falling below 50 million hectoliters. Prosecco DOC alone represents over 10% of national stocks.
Wine tourism increasingly strategic
The book “Wine & Tourism” was presented to the Senate, highlighting how hospitality is becoming one of the most important assets for wineries’ profitability.
Growing interest in moderate consumption
The new generation doesn’t necessarily give up wine but alternates moments of consumption and abstinence, encouraging the development of non-alcoholic and low-alcohol options.
Innovation in the mountains
The Lagazuoi WIMA Award recognizes innovative projects, including climate-resistant grape varieties and new solutions for the sustainability of mountain areas.
Botrytis and sustainable defense
Technicians focus on preventing fungal infections in vineyards, especially after extreme events such as hailstorms and insect damage.
Vineyard machinery: exports on the rise
In 2025, Italian agricultural machinery exports will reach 1.27 billion euros (7.2%), driven mainly by European markets.
Piedmont and Valle d’Aosta: a new viticultural program is needed.
Agricultural organizations are calling for a strategic review of the sector to address the structural market crisis and plan for the next ten years.
Langhe: the ethical stamp arrives
New protocol to combat labor exploitation in vineyards and promote a certified and sustainable supply chain.
Campania, the protagonist of coastal wines
Increasing attention is being paid to the great white wines of the Amalfi Coast and the Phlegraean Fields, an authentic expression of Mediterranean viticulture.
INTERNATIONAL SCENARIO
IWSR: Global alcohol consumption to decline through 2031
Alcoholic beverages are undergoing a transformation. Global consumption will decline for several more years before stabilizing and then resuming growth.
India, the new world giant
India is expected to overtake the United States by 2032 to become the world’s second-largest market after China.
China: less volume, more quality
Wine imports are declining, but the premium segment is growing. Urban consumers are showing greater interest in high-end products.
Made in Italy still very strong in the USA
Despite declining exports, 59% of American consumers consider Italian food products the best among foreign ones.
Winery Weddings: The Portuguese Model Is Growing
Portuguese wineries are strengthening their role in hospitality and private events, integrating wine, food, and experience.
WINE EVENTS
Müller Thurgau: Mountain Wine 2026
From July 2nd to 5th, the Cembra Valley will host the 39th edition of the international event dedicated to Müller Thurgau, with tastings, technical meetings, and visits to the area.
The Cellars Tell Their Stories
During the Müller Thurgau festival, guided tours of the terraced vineyards of the Cembra Valley will be organized, with tastings directly in the vineyard and in the cellar.
Enovitis in Campo
On June 17th and 18th, the Nozzole Estate in Chianti Classico will host Italy’s leading event dedicated to viticulture technologies and machinery.
International Müller Thurgau Competition
The tasting committee will meet on June 19 to select the best Müller Thurgau wines for the 2026 edition.
City of Wine 2026
Abruzzo confirms its position among the protagonists of the 24th Città del Vino International Wine Competition. The awards ceremony will be held on July 11th at the Campidoglio in Rome.
Mediterranean Routes – Land Sea Vision
On June 19th in Naples, a focus will be on Italian coastal wines and the new prospects for Mediterranean viticulture.
Forum in Masseria
From June 19th to 21st, the event conceived by Bruno Vespa, bringing together institutions, businesses, food and wine, and the local community, returns to Manduria.
Final Strategic Scenario
The most important news of the week is not a single piece of data but the convergence of three phenomena:
Global market in transformation , with future growth concentrated in India, Africa and South America.
Italian exports still under pressure , especially to the United States, but with the first signs of stabilization in March.
Wine tourism, hospitality, and premiumization are becoming increasingly crucial to wineries’ profitability.
For Italian wineries, the focus is no longer on increasing production, but on creating value through brand, territory, experience, and perceived quality.
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