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Wine press review for Tuesday August 4 -2026

with:

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

Compagnia del Gusto Holding continues its international expansion plan by acquiring Jascots Wine Merchants in the United Kingdom and strengthening the distribution of Italian wines in the British Horeca channel.
Cantina Tramin inaugurates its new production facility, the cooperative’s most significant investment, with facilities designed to improve quality, sustainability, and separate grape processing.
Colli Ripani enters the dealcoholized wine market with the A Cuor Leggero line, obtained from Pecorino, Sangiovese and Passerina.
Cantina di Ruvo di Puglia (Crifo) enters the top 120 Italian wineries with export growth of over 26%.
In Gallura , Roberto Albertini is investing in the development of Vermentino with a new sustainable winery and a major wine tourism project.
The Sol-Platar project was born in Val di Non : Chardonnay grown at 1,000 meters for a high-mountain sparkling wine.

ITALIAN WINE

The sector is going through a complex phase: declining consumption, slowing exports, high inventories and bulk prices under pressure.
Discussions continue between the Italian Wine Union and Federvini on strategies to revitalize the sector: controlling supply or increasing international promotion.
FIVI proposes:
temporary blocking of new plants;
real census of the Italian vineyard;
recovery of abandoned vineyards;
better production planning.
Confagricoltura emphasizes the need for innovation, promotion, and development of lower-alcohol wines.
The 2026 harvest will begin early in many Italian regions thanks to high temperatures, but with positive quality prospects.
One of the earliest harvests of recent years has already begun in the Langhe .
Prosecco DOC delle Venezie strengthens its collaboration with FAI to promote culture, territory, and tourism.
A blind tasting of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG highlights the crucial role different soils play in the wine’s identity.
Interest in investment wine is growing, with international collectors increasingly considering it an alternative asset.
According to international research, a winery’s profitability depends primarily on the quality of its management rather than its size or the renown of its territory.
Rosé continues to grow thanks to its gastronomic versatility and new consumption styles.

OENOLOGY AND VITICULTURE

AAWE study: the most economically profitable vineyards are those of Champagne , followed by Alto Adige and Valle d’Aosta .
New research shows that some yeasts can naturally reduce the alcohol content of wine by up to 3%, while maintaining aromas and quality.
One of the first Italian plants dedicated to the production of dealcoholized wines was founded in Puglia.
Technical focus on Flavescence dorée : early recognition of symptoms and mandatory management of the disease.
Further information on the management of Botrytis after hailstorms is also essential for insurance assessments.
Wine is increasingly being interpreted as a cultural, symbolic, and experiential product, as well as a food product.

INTERNATIONAL SCENARIO

Mosel Riesling is experiencing a sharp decline in exports, causing difficulties for many small German wineries.
In London, the consumption of wine by the glass is growing rapidly, a model that is also interesting for the Italian market.
In the United States, competition between Bacardi and Campari is increasing in the aperitif segment, with the growth of the Hugo cocktail.
The global market continues to increasingly reward premium wines, wine tourism and low-alcohol products.

EVENTS AND TERRITORY

The Women of the Vine launch the “Roots in the Landscape” photography competition, dedicated to Italian vineyard landscapes.
The traditional Calici di Stelle events are back in numerous Italian cities.
The Nights of Wine continue with events in Friuli Venezia Giulia and Barolo.
DiVino Etrusco celebrates its twentieth anniversary with 53 wineries taking center stage in Tarquinia.
The ONAV cultural course expands the training of sommeliers by introducing anthropology, neuroscience, and wine sociology.

TRENDS TO MONITOR

Consumption and export crisis.
Growth of dealcoholized wines.
Early harvests due to climate change.
Greater attention to company profitability.
Strengthening wine tourism.
Increased investment in innovation and sustainability.
The evolution of wine as a cultural experience and collectible.

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Wine press review for Monday August 3 -2026

with:

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 inaugurates its new production facility

The Alto Adige cooperative has completed the most significant investment in its 128-year history. The new facility, designed with sustainability in mind and gravity-fed winemaking, will enable even more precise winemaking and enhance the individual terroirs.

Rauscedo Winery celebrates 75 years

The historic Friulian cooperative celebrates its 75th anniversary by presenting its first Sustainability Report. The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region confirms its support for the winery’s development.

Le Manzane opens registration for the 15th Solidarity Harvest

On September 6th, the charity initiative involving hundreds of volunteers returns to the hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene. The 2026 edition will support the “Il Filo di Simo ODV” association.

Isolabella della Croce

The Loazzolo company continues to focus on heroic, sustainable viticulture, deeply rooted in biodiversity.

Centopassi

The Libera Terra cooperative confirms its organic production model on land confiscated from the mafia, demonstrating that quality and social commitment can grow together.

ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY

Italian wine faces a critical phase

Declining consumption, slowing exports, and inventories exceeding 53 million hectoliters are putting pressure on the entire supply chain.

Two strategies emerge for the future:

Italian Wine Union (UIV): Reduce supply.
Federvini: Invest more in promotion and demand development.

Prosecco continues to grow

Despite the general crisis, Prosecco remains the main driving force of Italian wine, with over 660 million certified bottles produced, over 80% of which is exported.

Donato Lanati relaunches Oltrepò Pavese Pinot Noir

According to the winemaker, the area must further enhance its iconic grape variety by focusing on quality, identity, and the “Classese” Classic Method.

Alta Langa DOCG

The 2026 harvest will begin on August 5th, early due to favorable weather conditions.

Climate change and vineyards

Winemaker Michele Lorenzetti emphasizes how the future of viticulture depends on soil health and more sustainable agronomic practices.

Early harvest

The heat wave accelerates the ripening of the grapes:

Umbria: slightly lower production but promising quality.
Monferrato: red grape harvest possible as early as the first week of August.

Caviro enters the No-Low market

Tavernellow is born, the first Italian sparkling wine in the Caviro line with just 3% alcohol, aimed at the growing market for low-alcohol wines.

WINES, TASTINGS AND TERRITORIES

Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots

A vertical tasting at Domaine Confuron-Cotetidot confirms how Burgundy Pinot Noir represents a perfect balance between terroir, grape maturity, and longevity.

Ischia and the Biancolella

Pasquale Cenatiempo’s “Kalimera” tells the island’s winemaking history through one of its most iconic grape varieties.

Sicily is the protagonist

Among the wines featured:

Catarratto Fiorente 2024 – Cantine Fina
Arya Metodo Classico Brut Catarratto 2020 – Caruso & Minini

South Tyrol

Highlights:

Kerner Aristos 2024 from Cantina Valle Isarco.

Veneto

The Manzoni Bianco “Gabriele 2024” from the Giusti winery was highlighted.

INTERNATIONAL WINE

Greece

The new Greek viticulture is winning over international critics thanks to its numerous native vines and a new generation of producers.

California

Pinot Noir is going through a difficult period: consumption is decreasing, many vineyards are being uprooted and numerous companies are reducing production.

Germany

Mosel Riesling exports saw an 11% decline. Only the high-end labels held firm.

Swiss

Heat and drought can also improve grape quality by reducing fungal disease pressure and increasing sugar concentration.

WINE EVENTS

Wine Tells – Marsala

From August 5th to 26th, three meetings featuring books, authors, and tastings at the Wine Museum.

Castelvenere Wine Festival

From August 19th to 23rd, Italy’s most vineyard-rich municipality hosts the 44th edition, featuring tastings, shows, and the Radici Award.

Food & Tasting – Alessandria

On August 27th, a new tasting dinner dedicated to the wines of the Acquese area.

Vinalia 2026

From August 4th to 10th, Guardia Sanframondi hosts a week of tastings, culture, food, and music.

Caiarossa Sunset

The Tuscan estate launches a new format featuring vineyards, sunsets, live music, and tastings.

BUSINESSES AND INVESTMENTS

Clessidra acquires Errebi Technology

The Green Harvest fund has acquired a 70% stake in the company specializing in food industry technologies, confirming investors’ growing interest in the agri-food sector.

In summary

The main news of the day highlights:

the debate on the future of Italian wine between supply regulation and demand revival;
Prosecco as the main positive exception on the market;
an early 2026 harvest in much of Italy;
significant investments in Italian wineries;
growing attention towards sustainability, low-alcohol wines and the valorization of local areas;
numerous wine tourism events that will accompany the month of August.

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Wine press review for Sunday August 2 -2026

with:

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 Rauscedo celebrates 75 years of cooperative history

Cantina Rauscedo celebrates its 75th anniversary, confirming its position as one of the most representative cooperatives in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Regional Councilor Stefano Zannier emphasized how the members’ determination has transformed the cooperative into a benchmark for regional viticulture and for promoting Friulian excellence worldwide.

Fonzone promotes the great white wines of Irpinia

The Fonzone winery presents its new Irpinia DOC Coda di Volpe “Colpo di Coda” 2024, a wine that confirms the company’s growing focus on Campania’s white varietals. Freshness, elegance, and a focus on the terroir are now at the heart of the Paternopoli winery’s production philosophy.

Girlan focuses on the excellence of Pinot Bianco

The South Tyrolean Girlan cooperative continues to distinguish itself in the production of high-quality wines with the Pinot Bianco Flora Riserva 2023, an expression of the vineyards of Oltradige and Bassa Atesina and a symbol of the qualitative evolution of South Tyrolean winemaking.

Valle Isarco confirms its leadership in white wines

Cantina Produttori Valle Isarco presents the Kerner Aristos 2024, confirming Kerner’s role as the cooperative’s signature grape variety and one of the finest examples of Italian mountain viticulture.

Biondi Santi renews the Brunello tradition

The evolution of Biondi Santi’s Brunello di Montalcino continues. Research on Sangiovese clones, vineyard studies, and adaptation to climate change are the main investments of the historic Tenuta Greppo.

Siddùra revolutionizes the concept of summer red wine

The Sardinian winery presents Èros 2024, a low-alcohol red designed to be served chilled, demonstrating how innovation can create new drinking styles without sacrificing territorial identity.

ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY

Sauvignon returns to its origins

After years of tropical aromas and exaggerated intensity, Italian Sauvignon is once again focusing on territorial identity, balance, and elegance. A new phase in Italian winemaking that prioritizes authenticity and territorial recognition.

The heat brings forward the 2026 harvest

High temperatures are bringing the grape harvest forward by about a week or two. In the Ferrara area, the harvest will begin as early as mid-August, while producers and winemakers are optimistic about the vintage’s quality despite the effects of climate change.

Spritz drives Prosecco exports

A study by the Universities of Turin and Verona demonstrates how the growing international popularity of Spritz has contributed to a significant increase in Prosecco exports to major world markets.

Summer and wine: overcoming old prejudices

Experts urge us to move beyond traditional summer drinking habits: not only white and rosé wines, but also red wines, served at the right temperature, can become the stars of the summer season.

The strategic role of distribution

Specialized distribution is becoming increasingly central to the premium wine market, offering commercial support, service continuity, and brand promotion beyond simple logistics.

Agea strengthens access to agricultural credit

A new agreement between Agea, ViViBanca, and Fagri Finance will facilitate faster financing and innovative tools for Italian agricultural businesses, also thanks to certified data from the National Agricultural Information System.

The smallest vineyard in the world is Italian

In Reggio Emilia, on a terrace measuring just twenty square meters, the ViaMari10 project continues to produce around thirty bottles a year, transforming a small urban vineyard into a work of art, architecture, and viticulture.

INTERNATIONAL

The European agri-food surplus is growing

Despite a slight decline in exports, the European Union’s agri-food trade balance improved thanks to an even greater reduction in imports, strengthening the positive balance seen in the first five months of 2026.

Crémant de Loire continues to conquer enthusiasts

The classic method sparkling wine from the Loire Valley confirms its international success thanks to the freshness, balance, and quality guaranteed by the Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay grapes.

WINE EVENTS

Calici di Stelle 2026: Caruso & Minini celebrates the time of wine.

On August 8th, the historic Marsala winery will offer an experience featuring vertical tastings and a sunset over the Marsala Stagnone, combining wine, landscape, and culture.

Vinalia 2026 brings wine and culture to Sannio

From August 4th to 10th, Guardia Sanframondi hosts the 33rd edition of Vinalia, dedicated to the theme “Support,” with tastings, cultural meetings, and events dedicated to the relationship between life, the land, and society.

The Nights of Wine enliven Vittorio Veneto

On August 8th and 9th, the historic center will host tastings, guided tours, and live music, showcasing Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore and the local wineries.

Jazz, wine, and local cuisine take center stage in Sassari.

The “(to) be in jazz Estate” festival concludes its tour with an event that combines tastings, guided tours, and concerts among the vineyards of Sardinia.

Literature and wine meet in Marrubiu

The Quartomoro Winery hosts the final event of the “Women, Wine and Food” series, demonstrating how wine can be a tool for cultural promotion as well as winemaking.

Hofstätter takes enthusiasts to the vineyards in 4x4s

In Alto Adige, experiential wine tourism is gaining popularity, with vineyard visits, outdoor tastings, and tours exploring geology and terroir.

AIS Veneto opens the new training season

Courses for aspiring sommeliers and wine professionals will resume in September, with a program dedicated to wine culture, tasting, and food and wine pairing.

The most relevant news of the day

Climate change brings forward the 2026 harvest with harvests already in mid-August.
Italian Sauvignon returns to enhance territorial identity and balance.
Spritz continues to support the international growth of Prosecco.
Italian wineries invest in quality, research, and innovation.
Wine tourism is growing, offering immersive experiences that combine wine, culture, landscape, and music.

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Wine press review for Saturday August 1 -2026

with:

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

Villa Sandi invests in smart viticulture. Sensors, drones, satellites, and weather stations enable the management of over 200 hectares between Veneto and Friuli, reducing water consumption and pesticide use and improving sustainability.

Planeta focuses on wine tourism and the region. For Francesca Planeta, wine is the region’s main ambassador. Growth depends on hospitality, infrastructure, local storytelling, and engaging new generations.

Cantine Federiciane promotes its volcanic vineyards. The historic Campi Flegrei winery continues to promote its winemaking heritage through the Cigliano vineyard, a symbol of the connection between landscape and quality.

Figliej: sustainability and landscape restoration. The Piedmontese winery invests in the restoration of historic vineyards and the protection of the agricultural landscape, also integrating sheep farming into land management.

Madrevite expands wine tourism. The Umbrian winery expands its offerings with vineyard picnics, tastings, and experiential tourism.

Tenuta Stella is the star of the summer. The Ribolla Gialla Pas Dosé Metodo Classico confirms the value of high-quality Friulian sparkling wines.

Italian Wine and Oenology

2026 Harvest: Major Climate Uncertainty. Assoenologi, Ismea, and UIV are abandoning traditional national forecasts due to unstable weather. The consortia report an early harvest, generally good quality, and stable or slightly higher production compared to 2025.

Alto Adige and Friuli are bringing forward the harvest. The first grapes will be harvested as early as mid-August. The heat accelerates ripening but poses concerns about quality and water availability.

Italian wine must focus on realism. Historian Gianni Moriani urges the sector to face change without ideologies, valorizing the extraordinary diversity of Italian wine.

Italian Rosés increasingly prominent Over fifty denominations now include Rosé in their specifications, confirming the growth of this type on the markets.

DOP exports slow down According to Nomisma Wine Monitor, exports of Italian DOP wines decreased by 6.2% in value, despite confirming the leadership of Prosecco and the growth of Asti Spumante.

Spritz continues to drive Prosecco A study by the Universities of Turin and Verona shows how the popularity of Spritz has significantly boosted the export of Italian Prosecco.

Digital viticulture Sensors installed directly on the plants allow for real-time monitoring of the health of the vineyards and prevention of water stress and disease.

Simei 2026 Winemaking innovation will be increasingly oriented towards preserving the identity, aromas, and territorial characteristics of wines.

Viticulture Authorizations: New authorized plantings and yield reductions for some Umbrian DOCs have been published.

International Scenario

European agri-food sector improves trade balance In the first five months of 2026, imports decreased more than exports, increasing the European Union’s trade surplus.

Rothschild: Tradition and Innovation Philippe Sereys de Rothschild emphasizes how the future of European wine requires a balance between historical identity, innovation, and climate adaptation.

Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 Italy wins over 2,000 medals and six wines enter the world Top 50, confirming the excellence of Italian wine.

Wine Events

Calici di Stelle 2026 In Sicily, 31 wineries and five municipalities are participating with a rich program dedicated to wine tourism.

ViVa Vini Valtellina From September 12th, tastings, trekking, e-bikes and visits to Valtellina wineries.

Nose Art Festival Scacciadiavoli transforms the cellar into a cultural space dedicated to smell and immersive experiences.

Fiano Love Fest Tenuta Scuotto organizes guided tours of the vineyard and cellar before the start of the event.

Street Books Sardinia Laura Donadoni presents the book Basta una goccia at the Quartomoro Winery.

Città del Vino Competition : Best urban planning practices dedicated to protecting wine-growing landscapes are awarded.

AIS Protocol: The agreement between the Ministries and the AIS has been renewed to promote the culture of wine and oil and protect Italian products.

In Brief

Coldiretti predicts one of the earliest harvests in history.
Agea inaugurates the new National Agricultural Training Center.
Veronafiere appoints Giovanni Sacripante as its new General Manager.
Exhibition on the historic Prosecco landscape in the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Hills.
Summer wine tips for hot weather.
Limoncello Spritz is one of the summer’s star cocktails.
A historical overview of the “Rockea – From Wine to Water” charity project.
Regulatory updates for the craft beer sector.

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