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Wine press review for Tuesday May 12 – 2026

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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

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, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
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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Wine press review for Saturday May 9 -2026

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Italian wineries

Andreola, the heroic winery of Valdobbiadene DOCG. In the heart of the UNESCO Prosecco Superiore hills, Andreola confirms its heroic viticulture model: 110 hectares of vineyards, approximately 250 parcels, and nearly 980,000 bottles annually. Quality comes from challenging slopes, manual labor, and a strong territorial identity.

Conte Vistarino focuses on premium Pinot Noir. In Oltrepò Pavese, the historic estate led by Ottavia Vistarino strengthens its premium positioning, reducing volumes and enhancing the Bertone, Tavernetto, and Pernice crus. Pinot Noir becomes a strategic link between history, elegance, and high-end dining.

Kettmeir renovates its winery with technology and storytelling. The historic South Tyrolean winery, part of the Herita Marzotto group, has completed a major renovation of its winery, with an investment of nearly €10 million. The goal: to enhance its mountain bubbles with gentle technology and a more engaging experience for the public.

Casa Paladin looks to 2026 between family roots and new projects. The Veneto-based group continues to grow by promoting diverse territories, from the parent company in Annone Veneto to the Franciacorta of Castello Bonomi, where a 2011 Riserva with over 120 months on the lees was presented.

Mosnel in Franciacorta promotes biodiversity and landscape. The winery confirms the importance of the coexistence of forests and vineyards. An increasingly relevant model, where biodiversity, climate balance, and agronomic quality become concrete tools for strengthening the vineyard.

Vicobarone Winery Improves Grape Prices. The Piacenza cooperative reverses course: the average price of grapes from the 2025 harvest rises to €43 per quintal, compared to €34 the previous year. This is a positive sign for the 125 contributing members.

La Calcinara and the Conero Rosé In the Marche region, La Calcinara’s Mun rosé joins the new Conero Rosato DOCG. This represents an important step for a pure Montepulciano wine, already considered one of Italy’s best rosés for its quality-price ratio.

Gran Premio Metodo Classico Pas Dosé debuts in Puglia. A new limited-edition winemaking project, created by Titti Dell’Erba and Irene Sindaco, is born, featuring a Metodo Classico Pas Dosé blend of Fiano and Aglianico vinified as a white wine. The 48-month sur lie version is being previewed.

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Fine wines, the secondary market restarts with Italy and Champagne in the spotlight. The Liv-Ex shows signs of recovery after the first four months of 2026. Italy stands out with labels such as Bruno Giacosa’s Barolo Falletto Vigna Le Rocche Riserva 2016, Bartolo Mascarello’s Barolo 2019, Masseto 2022, and Soldera Case Basse.

Wine and art, an increasingly strategic connection . More and more Italian wineries are investing in the relationship between wine, art, and territory. From Antinori to Planeta, from Ca’ del Bosco to Ceretto, art becomes a tool for identity, communication, and tourism development.

Lugana VITAE, the scientific map of the denomination is born. The Lugana Consortium presents a research project dedicated to the relationship between soil, climate, and grape variety. The goal is to develop a true scientific identity card for the denomination, useful for both production and communication.

The mystery of the “punt” under the bottle The recessed bottom of bottles arises from technical and historical reasons: stability, resistance to pressure, and the tradition of glassblowing. Today, however, in many productions, it tends to be reduced for economic and environmental reasons.

Independent Winemakers: Entrepreneurial Continuity Prevails. According to the SDA Bocconi analysis of FIVI winemakers, the majority of companies have no ongoing capital transactions. This data confirms a strong desire for continuity and entrepreneurial independence.

Etruscan wine returns to Manciano. A cultural event dedicated to the production and consumption of wine 2,500 years ago brings attention to the profound connection between wine, archaeology, and territorial identity.

Italian agri-food exports exceed €70 billion . The Italian food & beverage sector confirms its strength: exports will exceed €70 billion in 2025. Sustainability, innovation, and quality remain the key drivers of growth.

Young people and agriculture: only 9% choose the fields. The CIA survey highlights the difficulty the agricultural sector faces in attracting young people. However, agriculture and innovation can become a new field, where artificial intelligence can support, without replacing, human labor.

International

Burgundy, the paradox that supports prices. Burgundy grows because it can’t. With historic borders and essentially immutable appellations, supply remains limited while international demand continues to support the value of the most prestigious wines.

EU-Mercosur, tariff agreement and new trade prospects. The agreement between the European Union and Mercosur provides for the progressive elimination of most tariffs between the two blocs. This opens up opportunities for the European agri-food sector, but also raises questions about competition and the protection of production.

US tariffs, uncertainty weighs on Italian wine. Unione Italiana Vini, with its president Lamberto Frescobaldi, emphasizes how the decisions and judicial rejections in the United States are increasing uncertainty for Italian companies, already exposed to a strategic market.

Vinitaly relaunches its promotion in Brazil and China. After Vinitaly 2026, Veronafiere is restarting with Wine South America in Brazil and Wine to Asia in Shenzhen. South America and Asia remain areas with high potential for diversifying Italian wine exports.

Loire, growing interest in Marie-Lise and Thomas Batardière The wines of the French couple confirm the allure of the small artisanal Loire productions, increasingly sought-after and often the object of close attention from enthusiasts and collectors.

Bad Ragaz, the problem of margins in the restaurant industry. A Swiss restaurant reignites the debate over the decline in alcohol consumption in restaurants. Without beverages, especially wine and spirits, the profitability of the restaurant industry becomes more fragile.

Krug recounts the philosophy of the House Olivier Krug and Julie Cavil open the doors of the Maison de Famille, confirming the value of hospitality, memory and blending as central elements of the Krug legend.

Farewell to Roberto Mostini Roberto Mostini, food critic and expert on French wines, has passed away. A free and knowledgeable figure, he played a leading role in Italian food and wine communication.

Wine events

ReWine Canavese 2026 at Ivrea Castle. The sixth edition of the event showcases Alpine wine and the Canavese winemaking heritage, with tastings, cultural events, and opportunities for learning.

Matasci Open Cellars in Ticino On Saturday, May 23rd and Sunday, May 24th, Matasci Vini opens the doors of its Tenero winery with tastings, tours, and new labels, including Selezione d’Ottobre Rosato and Keramis Bianco.

Borgo Conventi celebrates Cantine Aperte on May 30th and 31st. The Friulian winery, part of the Villa Sandi group, offers tours, tastings, live music, and a food workshop dedicated to ‘likrofi.

Benetton Foundation: Wine, Landscape, and Architecture From May 23 to August 2, Ca’ Scarpa in Treviso hosts the exhibition “Cultures and Landscapes of Wine,” dedicated to the relationship between architecture, vineyard landscapes, and production identity.

Final summary

Today’s review highlights a wine sector increasingly divided between rarity, terroir, and storytelling. On the one hand, fine wines, Burgundy, and the most iconic Italian labels, are growing; on the other, wineries are investing in biodiversity, technology, art, architecture, and hospitality.

The message is clear: wine is no longer just a product, but a system. Those who succeed in combining territorial identity, entrepreneurial vision, and international markets will gain greater strength in the coming years.

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