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Wine press review for Saturday August 8 -2026

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

Good morning,

The Italian wine sector is entering the 2026 harvest amidst a complex landscape: heat and drought are bringing forward the harvest, while high inventories and slowing demand are pushing several denominations to reduce yields.

At the same time, many wineries are reacting by focusing on quality, sustainability, innovation, the Classic Method, wine tourism, communication and new segments such as No/Low Alcohol wines .

ITALIAN WINERIES

Venturini: Amarone between respect for the land and tradition

In San Pietro in Cariano, in the heart of the Valpolicella Classica region, the Venturini family continues to focus on tradition, paying particular attention to vineyard management and the drinkability of their wines.

The winery has approximately 12 hectares of vineyards , almost 90% of which are hillside, and produces approximately 120,000 bottles a year , half of which are exported. Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Molinara represent the winery’s varietal heritage, and it also owns 40-60 year-old vines.

Serena Wines 1881 diversifies towards Classic Method and No-Alcohol

The historic Conegliano company, led by the fifth generation of the Serena family, produces over 30 million bottles and is particularly present in the Prosecco DOC and DOCG sectors and in the Horeca channel.

The company’s future strategy focuses on diversification and premium positioning. At Vinitaly 2026, Audace , the company’s first Metodo Classico, was presented. Serena is also looking into the alcohol-free segment and expanding its portfolio with a Champagne.

Berlucchi brings forward the harvest to 4 a.m.

To counteract the particularly high temperatures, Berlucchi decided for the first time to begin harvesting the grapes destined for Franciacorta at 4 in the morning .

Harvesting at night improves working conditions in the vineyards and simultaneously brings fresher, better-preserved bunches to the cellar.

A choice that highlights how climate change is also concretely modifying the organization of wineries.

Braida engages consumers through a digital quiz

Braida, a historic Piedmontese winery in Rocchetta Tanaro, is leveraging digital communication to connect with wine enthusiasts and younger generations.

The company, which has around 70 hectares of vineyards and produces around 600,000 bottles , has created the digital quiz “Play with Braida”, dedicated to learning about the company, Barbera and its wines.

Librandi awarded for sustainability and agroecology

The Calabrian winery Librandi received the “Ambassador of the Territory” award at Festambiente for its commitment to environmental sustainability and agroecological innovation.

The company was also awarded for its “glyphosate-free” approach and for the strategies adopted for the sustainable management of the vineyards.

Valtidone Wineries: Very early harvest, but quality grapes

The first 900 quintals of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir have arrived in Borgonovo.

The heat significantly accelerated ripening, but at the same time limited mold and disease. Initial assessments indicate healthy grapes and very good quality, particularly in the more mature vineyards.

ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY

Veneto: harvest brought forward by 8-10 days

The 2026 harvest in Veneto should remain overall close to the quantities of 2025, when approximately 14.7 million quintals were harvested, albeit with some territorial reductions.

The quality of the grapes is indicated as good to excellent .

The heat and water shortage brought forward the harvest by about 8-10 days .

The most critical situations concern Treviso, Vicenza, and especially Verona. For Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella, decreases of up to 10-12% are expected.

The situation in Padua and Rovigo is improving thanks to greater irrigation availability.

The phytosanitary situation is also positive: the reduced rainfall has limited downy mildew and powdery mildew.

Sardinia: Harvest brought forward by up to two weeks

Temperatures above 40 degrees are pushing several wineries belonging to Confcooperative Cagliari to bring forward the harvest by up to two weeks .

The goal is to preserve the quality of the grapes and protect workers from extreme temperatures.

If the heat continues, however, there could also be a reduction in production.

Puglia: Over 5 million hectoliters of unsold wine

One of the most delicate situations comes from Puglia.

According to data reported by Cantina Italia-Masaf, there are over 5 million hectolitres of unsold wine in Apulian cellars, of which more than 3 million belong to the IGP and DOP categories.

The region has approximately 94,000 hectares of vineyards and represents between 16% and 18% of national wine production.

The problem therefore does not appear to be productive, but above all commercial.

Rising costs, declining consumption, export difficulties, and changing consumer preferences are squeezing companies’ profitability.

Tuscany: a vintage and a half of wine in the cellars

Tuscany is also facing high inventories.

According to the information reported, the cellars contain the equivalent of approximately one and a half years of production .

The Region has therefore accepted requests from several Consortia, including Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti Classico, Chianti and Toscana IGT, aimed at reducing yields.

The goal is to rebalance production and demand, support prices, and protect company profitability.

2026 Harvest: More and More Appellations Reduce Yields

Supply management is becoming one of the central themes of Italian wine.

Following Tuscany, Piedmont, and Veneto, Marche and Abruzzo are also adopting measures to limit production.

Yield reduction and storage are used to avoid further inventory growth and realign production with actual demand.

The strategic theme is increasingly evident: produce less when necessary to protect the value, prices and profitability of the supply chain .

Wine Consortia: New Skills Coming Soon

The sector awaits the new “consortium decree,” intended to implement EU Regulation 2024/1143 and some of the indications contained in the “Wine Package.”

The Consortia will be called upon to take on a broader role in the protection, promotion, valorization, consumer information, supervision and management of the denominations .

The discussion should continue with the Regions after the summer break.

Attilio Scienza: Rethinking grape varieties and denominations in the face of climate change

Professor Attilio Scienza offers a profound reflection on the future of Italian wine.

The system built on denominations and historic grape varieties has contributed enormously to the success of Made in Italy, but climate change and evolving consumption patterns could make greater flexibility necessary.

The point is not to abandon the DOCs, but to allow viticulture to evolve as the climate, environment, and market preferences change.

Water and vineyards: attention to resource sustainability

In the Treviso DOCG area, the problem of unauthorized withdrawals of drinking water intended for vineyard irrigation has emerged.

According to reports, over 2,800 cubic meters were removed per day for approximately a month.

The case highlights how water management is becoming strategic for viticulture, especially in years characterized by high temperatures and drought.

Italian rosés: an increasingly autonomous category

Rosé wine is gradually overcoming its image as an exclusively seasonal product.

More and more producers are planning their rosé right from the vineyard, choosing specific parcels, harvest times, and winemaking techniques.

Growth is supported by the demand for fresh, versatile and gastronomic wines, but above all by the qualitative improvement of the offer.

Classic Method: Growing Interest in Premium Sparkling Wines

The Classic Method continues to represent one of the most interesting segments of Italian sparkling wine production.

Franciacorta, Trentodoc, and Alta Langa are building an increasingly recognizable offering, based on terroir, refinement, quality, and premium positioning.

Among the labels and companies highlighted are Casa E. di Mirafiore Alta Langa Brut Blanc de Noir 2021, Altemasi Trento DOC Brut Rosé Riserva 2019 and Oro Rosso Trento DOC di Cembra Cantina di Montagna .

South Tyrol: Biodiversity, Territory, and Identity

Among the properties reported are Manincor, Ritterhof and Muri-Gries.

Manincor cultivates 52 hectares and produces around 350,000 bottles following biodynamic principles.

Ritterhof , owned by the Roner family, has around 40 hectares of vineyards and achieves a production of around 380,000 bottles.

Muri-Gries , a historic South Tyrolean monastic winery, manages approximately 70 hectares distributed throughout the province of Bolzano.

Romagna: Longanesi’s Anemo among the top 6 regional wines

Daniele Longanesi’s Anemo, a red passito made from 80% Longanesi grapes and 20% Balsamina, has been included among the six Top Wines of Romagna 2026 by the AIS guide “Emilia Romagna da Bere e da Mangiare”.

Production is limited to approximately 2,000 bottles per year.

Marche: Verdicchio takes center stage with Casalfarneto

Casalfarneto, in Serra de’ Conti, has approximately 60 hectares in total , of which 35 are vineyards.

A full 28 hectares are dedicated to Verdicchio.

Production reaches approximately 1.2 million bottles a year , with particular attention to the promotion of Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi.

Sardinia: quality on the rise

Vinodabere’s Guide to the Best Wines of Sardinia 2027 has tasted over 600 samples .

328 wines received a review and 117 a Standing Ovation, representing 35.67% of the selected wines. Seven wines achieved the highest score of 100/100.

INTERNATIONAL AND NEW TRENDS

Can alcohol-free wine become an answer to the consumer crisis?

With traditional wine consumption declining in several European markets, some producers, particularly German and Spanish, are looking with increasing interest at the No-Alcohol segment.

New technologies are improving the quality of dealcoholized products, and the sector could represent an opportunity for diversification.

Even important Italian companies are starting to move in this direction.

Sustainability, health, and no/low alcohol are at the heart of the future.

The comparison between Artificial Intelligence and producers carried out by WineNews highlights some of the themes destined to most influence wine in the coming years:

sustainability, health, changing consumption patterns, No/Low Alcohol, and the ability to communicate wine to new generations.

These are issues that numerous Italian producers are discussing, including representatives of Tedeschi, Fonzone, Fèlsina, Planeta, Marco Felluga, Bellavista, Hans Rottensteiner, Argiolas, and Sturm.

WINE EVENTS

August 10: Calici di Stelle travels across Italy

The night of San Lorenzo will represent the central moment of Calici di Stelle 2026 , an initiative of the Wine Tourism Movement.

Hundreds of events will involve Italian wineries, villages, castles, and wine regions.

Tastings, music, tours, and astronomical observations will transform wine into a tool for telling the story of the region, its culture, and wine tourism.

Alba: The “Nights of Wine” are back

On Monday 10 August , starting at 7pm, Via Cavour in Alba will host the second edition of the “Notti del Vino”.

13 Alba wineries will be the protagonists, within a city network that includes a total of 23 production facilities.

The goal is to bring residents, tourists, and enthusiasts closer to the area’s wine production.

Tarquinia: DiVino Etrusco 2026

From 20 to 23 and from 27 to 29 August 2026 , the historic centre of Tarquinia will host the twentieth edition of DiVino Etrusco.

The event brings together wine, history, culture, and the territories of the ancient Etruscan Dodecapolis.

The 2026 edition also extends the itinerary to Sicily, Sardinia and Calabria , strengthening the link with Mediterranean winemaking culture.

QUIDQUID – Wine Press Review A summary of the main news in the sector dedicated to entrepreneurs, wineries, investors and professionals in the supply chain.

Wine press review for Friday August 7 -2026

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Italian wine: early harvest, reduced yields, new consumption patterns and valorization strategies.

ITALIAN WINERIES

Serena Wines focuses on the premium segment with Audace

Serena Wines 1881, a historic Conegliano winery led by the fifth generation of the Serena family, is entering a new phase of its strategy.

After having built a production of over 30 million bottles , with a significant presence in Prosecco DOC and DOCG and in keg wine, the company is aiming for diversification and the premium range.

The new Audace , presented at Vinitaly 2026, is the company’s first Metodo Classico. Serena Wines is also looking to the non-alcohol segment and expanding its portfolio with a Champagne.

Ermes Winery and Gotto d’Oro: A Partnership in Cooperative Wine

Cantine Ermes is expanding its national presence through a multi-year partnership with Gotto d’Oro , a historic Lazio cooperative active in the Marino, Castelli Romani, and Frascati appellations.

Gotto d’Oro will maintain production operations, from grape processing to bottling, while Cantine Ermes will contribute to managing relationships with its members, use the licensed brands, and provide its marketing expertise.

The goal is to relaunch and strengthen the positioning of the Lazio cooperative’s brands.

Cantina Rauscedo turns 75 and looks to Ribolla and dealcoholized wines.

Cantina Rauscedo celebrates 75 years of business.

With a turnover of 35 million euros, 2,000 hectares of vineyards, 300 member suppliers and approximately 2 million bottles produced each year , it is the largest winemaking cooperative in Friuli Venezia Giulia.

75% of bottled production is Prosecco and Pinot Grigio.

The cooperative is now looking to the development of Ribolla and dealcoholized wines , interpreting the changes in consumption and the growing demand for fresh, white wines with lower alcohol content.

LVNAE: Vermentino between territory, research, and experimentation

The Bosoni family’s LVNAE wineries are a leading producer of Vermentino dei Colli di Luni.

Over time, the company has developed a strategy based on knowledge of individual parcels, valorization of the territory, and oenological experimentation.

Vermentino is interpreted not only as a young and immediate wine, but as a variety capable of expressing complexity and longevity.

Monteci presents Bellebolle Rosé Garda DOC Brut

For the summer, Monteci offers Bellebolle Rosé – Garda DOC Brut , produced with Corvina and Rondinella grapes.

The sparkling wine is made using the Martinotti Method.

The result is a sparkling wine characterized by freshness, minerality, acidity and aromas of flowers and small red fruits, designed especially for summer and convivial consumption.

Cantina Tollo and Champagne Le Mesnil strengthen their collaboration

The relationship between Cantina Tollo and the French cooperative Champagne Le Mesnil , founded in 1937 in Mesnil-sur-Oger, continues.

Cantina Tollo is the exclusive distributor for the Italian market.

The collaboration brings together two important cooperatives united by the desire to promote local areas, production history, and quality.

Terre Cevico advances harvest schedule

Climate change is also changing the organization of work.

Terre Cevico, a cooperative group with a consolidated turnover of 213 million euros, over 500 employees, approximately 900 members and exports to nearly 90 countries , has introduced morning grape delivery.

For Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio, the factories can receive the grapes as early as 6:00 am , avoiding the highest temperatures and helping to preserve the quality of the product.

ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY

2026 Harvest: Heat Brings Harvest to a Closer Approach

The 2026 Italian harvest generally presents itself with vineyards in good health and positive quality prospects , but with one determining element: the heat.

High temperatures are accelerating ripening and in many areas the harvest could begin several days earlier than average.

According to oenologist Andrea Pala, it is essential not to limit oneself to measuring sugars, but also to check the acidity, aromas, colour, consistency and health of the grapes .

The risk is in fact obtaining grapes with a high sugar concentration but not yet perfectly ripe from an aromatic and phenolic point of view.

Veneto: harvest brought forward by 8-10 days

The indications emerging from the Veneto Wine Triptych show a 2026 harvest at least 8-10 days earlier than usual .

Despite the heat and water stress, Veneto vineyards are generally holding up.

Compared to the approximately 14.7 million quintals of grapes harvested in 2025 , production in 2026 is expected to be substantially stable or slightly decreasing.

Euganean Hills: Harvest begins August 10th

In the Euganean Hills, the harvest should begin on Monday 10 August , about a week earlier than the previous year.

We will start with Pinot Bianco and Chardonnay, continuing with Serprino and grapes intended for the sparkling wine bases.

The red Bordeaux varieties will instead be harvested between the end of August and the beginning of September.

The health status of the grapes is indicated as very good.

The climate changes the rules of viticulture

High temperatures are requiring new agronomic strategies.

Soil management, increasing organic matter, grassing, green manures, and increasing the soil’s water-retention capacity are becoming increasingly important tools.

Late varieties may be particularly exposed if high temperatures and drought continue.

Early harvesting therefore risks becoming an increasingly frequent feature of Italian viticulture.

MARKET, PRODUCTION AND STRATEGIES

Less wine can mean more value

One of the central issues of 2026 concerns supply management.

In a global market characterized by more selective consumption, producing greater quantities does not necessarily mean increasing profitability.

Champagne , with yields set at 8,800 kg per hectare, represents an international example of supply planning aimed at managing stocks and protecting value.

In Italy too, there is growing attention towards yield reduction policies.

Tuscany: Reducing Yields to Defend Market and Prices

The Tuscany Region has accepted the protection consortia’s requests regarding yield reductions for the 2026 harvest.

The measures concern:

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG;
Chianti DOCG;
Chianti Classico DOCG;
Toscana IGT.

The reduction could be approximately 20% , with differences between the various denominations.

The goal is to contain surpluses, rebalance supply and demand, and protect prices and company profitability.

Puglia: 5 million hectoliters still in the cellars

The situation in Puglia is particularly delicate.

According to data from Cantina Italia recalled by CIA Puglia, there are at least 5 million hectolitres of unsold wine in regional cellars.

Over 3 million hectoliters would concern PGI and PDO wines.

The excess supply is putting pressure on grape and wine prices, impacting company profitability and employment.

CIA Puglia calls for interventions, support, and greater innovation to revitalize the sector.

Low natural wines: low natural alcohol content on the rise

Alongside dealcoholized wines, another category is developing: naturally low-alcohol wines , also known as “low nat”.

These are wines that can reach up to 8.5 degrees , without any dealcoholization process of the finished product.

The result is achieved through agronomic practices, clonal selections and specific cellar techniques.

The phenomenon could become particularly interesting for Italian denominations and for the younger consumer market.

Alcohol Dealers: Italy is still at the beginning

The Italian market for no- and low-alcohol wines remains less developed than countries such as France, Germany, and Austria.

The experience of Passione Zero , a specialized wine shop in La Spezia with around 70 labels, however, highlights a growing interest.

According to founder Riccardo Sturlese, one of the obstacles is still the perception of dealcoholized wine as a qualitatively inferior product to traditional wine.

Italian Rosés: From Seasonal Wine to a Class of Their Own

Rosé continues to strengthen its positioning.

From a predominantly summer product, it is becoming a wine category with a precise identity.

More and more producers are designing their rosé directly from the vineyard , selecting specific plots, harvest times and winemaking techniques.

Freshness, versatility and the ability to combine are contributing to the growth of the category.

Sushi and Italian wine: pairings with Asian cuisine are growing.

The combination of fusion cuisine and Italian wine is now a consolidated trend.

Through its “Summer Dreams” project, Cantina San Michele Appiano offers pairings of contemporary Japanese cuisine and full-bodied wines.

An example is the Chardonnay Sanct Valentin 2024 , used to accompany complex sushi preparations characterized by savouriness, fattiness and spicy components.

Vermouth and bitters return to the forefront of the aperitif scene.

In the summer of 2026, Spritz is no longer the only protagonist of the Italian aperitif.

Cocktails based on vermouth and great Italian bitters are growing, reinterpreted with ice, citrus fruits, soda water and tonic water.

The phenomenon represents a return to Italian tradition through more contemporary consumption formulas

AGRICULTURE AND SECTOR POLICIES

Coltivaitalia: An additional billion euros for agriculture

The Chamber approved Coltivaitalia in first reading, a measure that provides for over 1 billion euros of additional investments in the primary sector .

According to Minister Francesco Lollobrigida, the initiative aims to support sectors with the greatest potential, reduce dependence on foreign countries, and promote research and generational turnover.

The parliamentary process will continue in the Senate, with the aim of making the resources available by early 2027.

WINE AND HEALTH

Cotarella: distinguishing between moderate consumption and abuse

Riccardo Cotarella once again addresses the relationship between wine and health, calling for greater scientific attention and fewer generalizations.

The key point is the need to distinguish between the type of drink, the quantity consumed, the frequency and method of consumption , avoiding automatically equating moderate wine consumption with alcohol abuse.

The debate recalls international studies on the relationship between moderate consumption and health.

Nutrition and Prevention: A Summer Campaign in Italian Town Squares

Coldiretti, Federconsumatori, Fondazione Campagna Amica, and Fondazione Aletheia are promoting a campaign dedicated to the relationship between nutrition and health.

The initiative focuses on promoting Italian, seasonal, traceable products from local supply chains.

The activities will involve Campagna Amica markets, agritourisms, and summer events.

INTERNATIONAL

Made in Italy in the United States: a strategic market

The United States continues to represent one of the key markets for Italian agri-food.

The Summer Fancy Food Show in New York confirms the ability of Made in Italy products to attract buyers, distributors, and consumers.

Italian Ambassador to the United States Marco Peronaci calls strengthening Italy’s economic and cultural presence a priority for the Italian system in a market of over 330 million consumers.

Spain: No official harvest forecast

Spain also chooses caution with its estimates for the 2026 harvest.

Cooperatives in Castilla-La Mancha have decided not to publish production forecasts due to high temperatures and meteorological uncertainty.

The choice follows a similar approach adopted in France and Italy.

Slovenia: Natural producers oppose new wine law

Slovenia’s new wine regulations are raising concerns among some natural wine producers.

The law requires laboratory analysis and organoleptic evaluation even for wines without PDO and PGI certification .

A five-member commission evaluates the product’s suitability for marketing.

The Santei winery from the Vipava Valley has launched a petition against some aspects of the new regulations.

Wine press review for Thursday August 6 -2026

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

Good morning,

Wine Idea presents a new summary of the main news from the wine sector

Italian and international.

ITALIAN WINERIES

Tramin inaugurates its new production cellar

The South Tyrolean cooperative has completed a €15 million investment in a new underground production facility, designed to increase quality, efficiency, and sustainability.

Ermes Cellars and Gotto d’Oro together

A multi-year agreement between the Sicilian and Lazio cooperatives is underway to strengthen the Gotto d’Oro brand, promote the Castelli Romani region, and develop markets.

Apollonio Vini

The historic Salento winery celebrates over 150 years of business, continuing to promote Negroamaro and Puglia’s winemaking heritage.

Cataldi Madonna presents “Mandrella”

A new Trebbiano d’Abruzzo Superiore is born, produced in just 1,000 bottles, symbolizing the generational transition of the Cataldi Madonna family.

Ruvo di Puglia Winery

It is among the 120 leading Italian wineries with a turnover of over 11 million euros and export growth of over 26%.

Sankt Pauls Winery

The Plötzner Pinot Bianco celebrates its fortyth anniversary, becoming one of the iconic wines of Alto Adige.

Carlo Hauner

The Aeolian Islands company continues to represent a global benchmark for Malvasia di Salina.

Ripani Hills

Launches the new line of dealcoholized wines “A Cuor Leggero”, obtained from Marche grape varieties using modern dealcoholization technologies.

Amorim Cork Italia

The Italian subsidiary of the world leader in cork stoppers records a turnover of 74 million euros and invests in innovation and sustainability.

ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY

Federdoc requests new labeling instructions

Proposal to clearly distinguish naturally low-alcohol wines from dealcoholized ones, focusing on transparency for the consumer.

The “Low Nat” wine segment is growing

Increasing attention is being paid to naturally lower-alcohol wines obtained without dealcoholization, thanks to dedicated agronomic practices and cellar techniques.

Harvest 2026

The first harvests will begin around mid-August. The quality outlook is positive despite the heat and water shortage.

Heat and grape ripening

Winemakers recommend monitoring not only sugar levels but also acidity, aromas, and the health of the grapes to maintain qualitative balance.

Prosecco goes against the trend

While many denominations discuss reducing yields and limiting production, the Prosecco system continues to plan for growth.

Abruzzo reduces yields

The Region approves production containment measures for Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and Pecorino to support the value of the denominations.

Management of harvest declarations

The sector is calling for greater punctuality in the publication of official harvest and production data to better plan the market.

Elba DOC

Producers are calling for urgent action against wild boars, which are responsible for serious damage to the island’s vineyards.

Kalimera of Ischia

Pasquale Cenatiempo’s Biancolella receives new international recognition, confirming the value of Campania’s great white wines.

Clear Bubbles 2023

Il Borro presents the new organic Metodo Classico Blanc de Noirs obtained from Sangiovese.

Marsala restarts with young people

A new generation of producers is revitalizing the area through small, quality productions and new wineries.

Wine tourism on the rise

In the Mantua area, wine tourism represents up to 30% of the turnover of many wineries.

INTERNATIONAL

Health of American Wineries

According to the InnoVint report, only 42% of US companies currently consider their economic situation to be good. The main challenges are sales, costs, and a decline in visitors.

Ukraine

A bombing near Kiev destroyed the warehouse of the main Ukrainian importer of Bottega Spa, causing casualties and significant economic damage.

Spain

Spanish producers are also giving up on making forecasts for the 2026 harvest due to climate uncertainty.

Artificial Intelligence and wine

AI identifies climate change, new consumers, and sustainability as the industry’s main future challenges. Many manufacturers share these assessments.

WINE EVENTS

Vinitaly and the City

The event returns to Calabria with events in Reggio Calabria dedicated to promoting regional and national winemaking.

Goblets of Stars

From August 8th to 10th, one of Italy’s most important wine tourism events returns, featuring tastings, concerts, and stargazing in the cellars.

The Nights of Wine

Gradisca d’Isonzo hosts two days dedicated to the Collio, Isonzo, and Carso DOC wines, with tastings and meetings with producers.

Vinalia

The event dedicated to Sannio wines continues in Guardia Sanframondi with tastings, culture, food, and family activities.

Pitei ‘n Cantina

The event returns to the village of Pitelli with specific safety measures for the sale of drinks.

Da Vinci Goblets

The first edition of the wine competition dedicated to the excellence of Montalbano was a great success.

Novara Viticulture Day

September 8th marks forty years of integrated pest management and sustainability in the Novara Hills.

THE MOST RELEVANT NEWS OF THE DAY

Federdoc proposes new communication for naturally low-alcohol wines.
The market for “low nat” wines is growing rapidly.
The Prosecco system continues to invest in growth while other areas reduce production.
Tramin inaugurates the largest investment in its history.
Cantine Ermes and Gotto d’Oro sign a strategic partnership.
The 2026 harvest will start early with good quality prospects.
Wine tourism continues to be one of the main drivers of development for Italian wineries.

QUIDQUID – Wine Press Review A summary of the main news in the sector dedicated to entrepreneurs, wineries, investors and professionals in the supply chain.

Wine press review for Wednesday August 5 -2026

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

Good morning,

Wine Idea presents a new summary of the main news from the wine sector

Italian and international.

Italian wineries

Cantina Tramin (Alto Adige) inaugurates the most significant production expansion in its history, with new facilities designed to improve quality, sustainability, and enhance the value of individual terroirs.

Cantina Tollo Group is expanding its vineyard area by 133 hectares , reaching a total of 2,490 hectares, and strengthening its “Vigneto Avanzato” project to support winemakers.

Cantina di Ruvo di Puglia (Crifo) enters the top 120 Italian wineries, with exports growing by 26.4% .

Cantina Rauscedo celebrates 75 years by presenting its Sustainability Report and a new production and commercial relaunch plan.

Cantine Ermes begins the 2026 harvest with lower-than-average yields but good-quality grapes, after a season characterized by heavy phytosanitary pressure.

Moncaro launches the third auction for the sale of its remaining assets with discounts of up to 36% on base prices.

Cantine dell’Angelo presents Raggiere , the new Greco di Tufo 2024 produced in a limited edition.

Tenute Ballasanti (Etna) inaugurates a permanent art park that integrates contemporary art, landscape, and viticulture.

Paololeo develops “Mormora”, a classic Apulian method aged at sea with a new dedicated wine tourism experience.

Italian wine and oenology

Wine tourism exhibits a two-speed trend: stable but more selective demand, with results dependent on wineries’ ability to convert visits into direct sales.

The Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Consortium is offering a blind tasting to highlight the role of soil in the wine’s identity.

One of the first Italian plants dedicated to the production of 100% Made in Italy dealcoholized wines is being opened in Puglia .

Agrivoltaics in vineyards is confirmed as a promising solution for mitigating the effects of climate change and improving grape quality.

Attilio Scienza calls on the sector to profoundly rethink the naming system to address climate change.

In Abruzzo, yields of Montepulciano DOC are being reduced and storage measures are being introduced to rebalance the market.

Piedmont is aiming to transform unsold wine into vermouth, vinegar, and other derivatives to reduce cellar surpluses.

Viviana Corich (University of Padua) highlights how particular yeasts can naturally reduce the alcohol content of wine by up to 3%.

The debate on NoLo (No & Low Alcohol) wines continues: the Italian market is growing and companies’ interest in dealcoholization is increasing.

The 2026 harvest is starting early in many Italian regions due to high temperatures, with lower yields but generally positive quality.

 One of the highest vineyards in the province of Brescia is born in Valcamonica , at around 900 metres above sea level.

International scenario

Franciacorta strengthens its international positioning by becoming an official partner of the Emmy Awards , consolidating the brand’s visibility in foreign markets.

Dealcoholized Italian wines represent a new growth opportunity on international markets, following a trend already consolidated in Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Global interest in NoLo products is growing, creating new business opportunities for Italian wine.

Wine events

Registration is now open for the Tourist Harvest in the wineries of Friuli Venezia Giulia.

The Wine Nights continue in Friuli Venezia Giulia with tastings, music, and events for the public.

The Nights of Wine also come to Barolo with tastings, culture, and astronomical observations.

DiVino Etrusco celebrates its twentieth anniversary in Tarquinia with 53 wineries participating.

Kaid sotto le Stelle celebrates twenty years of wine tourism in Camporeale (Sicily).

Registration is now open for the Rome Wine Expo – Christmas Edition , scheduled for November 28-29, 2026 in Rome.

Calici di Stelle brings Barbarano to life on the night of San Lorenzo with tastings and shows.

Trekking among the palmenti (wine presses) returns to Ardauli (Sardinia) with the traditional grape pressing.

Featured today

More selective but still dynamic wine tourism.
They accelerate investments in innovation, sustainability and dealcoholization.
Harvest was early in much of Italy due to the heat.
The strategic importance of international markets and NoLo wines is growing.
August is packed with events dedicated to wine, the region, and wine tourism.

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