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Wine press review for Thursday August 6 -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

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

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 (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.

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 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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