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Wine press review for Monday June 1 -2026

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ITALIAN WINERIES

Masi relaunches experiential wine tourism in Valpolicella

At Monteleone21, a new project by the Masi group, contemporary art and wine meet in the video installation “The Soul of Amarone” by Fabrizio Plessi. A new hospitality model that transforms the visit into an immersive experience.

Giglio Island: Francesco Carfagna named Winemaker of the Year 2026

The Gambero Rosso recognition recognizes the recovery of the Tuscan island’s heroic viticulture and a vision that has brought abandoned vineyards back to life.

Viarte celebrates 50 years with a special Friulano

The historic Colli Orientali del Friuli winery presents the “Friulano 50 Anniversary 2024”, a symbol of the company’s continuity and its transition to the Polegato family.

Letrari Winery: Half a Century of Trentodoc

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Letrari family is launching three limited editions of Trentodoc, confirming its position among the leading producers of mountain sparkling wines.

Moncalisse, the Walch sisters’ new project, is born.

A new winery dedicated to the production of Trentodoc from high-altitude vineyards on Mount Calisio is inaugurated in Trentino.

Settesoli confirms the value of accessible wines

Terre Siciliane IGT Rosso Settesoli stands out for its excellent quality-price ratio in large-scale distribution.

Ziano Piacentino rewards its excellences

Eight wineries and associations received recognition for their contributions to promoting the Val Tidone region and wines.

ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY

Volatile acidity: the debate divides the industry

Elena Pantaleoni’s proposal to revise regulatory limits on volatile acidity sparks a debate among producers, agronomists, and oenologists on contemporary wine and climate change.

Trebbiano looks to the future

Terre Cevico is dedicating a major event to Romagna’s iconic grape variety, highlighting its versatility, sustainability, and growing consumer interest.

Fior d’Arancio DOCG as told by the producers

The Colli Euganei Consortium promotes the denomination through the testimonies of six women in wine, enhancing biodiversity and territorial identity.

Wine and pizza: an increasingly strategic combination

Pasquale Naccari, owner of “Il Vecchio e il Mare” in Florence, discusses the evolution of wine selections in modern pizzerias.

Wine on social media: between status and communication

The debate is heating up over the phenomenon of “Bottle Flex,” the display of bottles on social networks as a way to show off personal prestige.

Nordio: “Wine is Italian culture”

Speaking at the Assoenologi Congress in Conegliano, Justice Minister Carlo Nordio reiterated the cultural and identity-building value of Italian wine.

Innovation in the vineyard: the DropControl system arrives

In Trentino, intelligent irrigation systems based on sensors and remote management are spreading to optimize water consumption.

Umbria: More fuel subsidies for agricultural businesses

The Region is increasing the advance payment on subsidized agricultural fuel to 80% and reopening the application deadline until June 15th.

The design of the glass changes the tasting

Interest in glasses designed for specific types of wine is growing. Italesse presents a model dedicated to Orange Wines.

The Champagne glass that can withstand 1,000 washes

RCR Cristalleria Italiana focuses on sustainability, design, and durability with the Melodia line in Luxion®.

Calabria: Wine matures under the sea

The “Sinus Underwater Wines” project has begun, with 400 bottles immersed at a depth of 35 meters to study the effects of underwater aging.

INTERNATIONAL

Louis Roederer presents the Rosé Vintage 2017

The historic Champagne producer offers a rosé with a complex aromatic profile obtained using the Pinot Noir infusion method.

Alsace: Alsace Crus et Terroirs is born

A new producers’ association committed to promoting Alsatian terroirs and sustainable agricultural practices.

Wine tourism and museums: the Spanish model

Spain is investing in integrating culture, wine museums, and wine regions to develop wine tourism.

Georgia: 40,000 bottles from Stalin’s cellar up for auction

The Georgian government will use the proceeds from the sale to fund a new international wine school.

From the Alps to Bordeaux: The Collector’s Travels

Tourism dedicated to lovers of fine wines is growing, with itineraries connecting Alpine regions, Champagne, and Bordeaux.

EVENTS, WINE TOURISM AND TERRITORY

Dialogues at Col Brìa

The La Farra winery brings Andrea Zanzotto to the hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG with a cultural event dedicated to the landscape.

Aperihills in the Euganean Hills

Ca’ Vendalis offers aperitifs among the vineyards, live music, and tastings in one of the most popular wine tourism areas in the Veneto region.

Cembra Valley: Wine Drives Tourism

Tourist arrivals grew by 7.38% and the wine sector was confirmed as a strategic driver of territorial development.

Villa Sandi opens the summer season

Cantine Aperte launches a program combining wine, music, yoga, wellness, and historical tours in the Valdobbiadene hills.

Montello Viticulture: A Discussion on the Future

At Villa Wasserman, the focus is on sustainability, environmental protection, and the promotion of the native Recantina grape variety.

June in the Cellar in Western Liguria

The Vite in Riviera network is organizing a month of events including tastings, trekking, music, and meetings at Ligurian wineries.

Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Fest: Record Numbers

Over 850 wine lovers and 7,000 tastings to celebrate the 750th anniversary of Vernaccia and the 60th anniversary of the DOC.

Langhe: wellness tourism among the vineyards

There is a growing demand for experiential stays that combine hospitality, wine, scenery, and relaxation.

Venice and its surroundings: a weekend of festivals and open cellars

From May 30th to June 2nd, numerous events dedicated to food, wine, and the traditions of the Veneto region.

Trend of the day

Three themes emerge forcefully:

Wine tourism is increasingly central to the growth of wine-growing regions.
Innovation and sustainability become strategic elements in the vineyard and in the cellar.
Wine opens up to new languages , between art, culture, well-being, technology and the valorization of experience.

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Italian Wine and Oenology

Piedmont takes center stage at Vinexpo Asia

Piedmontese wines enjoyed a resounding success in Hong Kong. During a livestream, over 4,000 bottles were sold in just 20 minutes. Thirty-five regional producers, committed to developing the Asian market, were present.

Wine beyond the bottle

The debate at Vinitaly 2026 revealed a new vision of sustainability that encompasses health, communication, local communities, consumers, and climate change.

Large-scale retail trade slows down

Supermarket wine sales have dropped by approximately 20 million liters. Prosecco sales, however, continue to grow, while DOC still wines are slowing.

Collio and Colli Orientali join forces

The two main Friulian consortia are launching a joint project to strengthen the international promotion of their respective territories.

Assoenologi looks to the future

The 79th National Congress of Assoenologi concluded in Conegliano, addressing the sector’s key issues: sustainability, innovation, markets, health, and new generations.

The redemption of the Barolo Boys

Elio Altare retraces the revolution that transformed modern Barolo and changed the destiny of the Langhe.

Pinot Grigio DOC Delle Venezie stars at the Giro d’Italia

The Consortium confirms the role of Pinot Grigio as the Official Wine of the Corsa Rosa, consolidating the international visibility of the denomination.

Tastings and Territories

Fiegl – Collio Bianco Cuvée Blanc Leopold 2023

A Friulian white wine with great structure and longevity, obtained mainly from Ribolla Gialla and Friulano.

Venica & Venica – Ronco delle Mele 2025

One of the Collio’s leading Sauvignon Blancs, characterised by freshness, flavour and an elegant aromatic profile.

Colmello di Grotta – Coldigrotta Yellow Ribolla 2022

Organic interpretation of Ribolla Gialla, aged in steel and amphora.

Primosic – Klin 2017

Historic white wine from Collio produced using traditional techniques and long macerations.

Settesoli Rosso Terre Siciliane IGT

Among the best quality-price ratios available in large-scale Italian distribution.

Noventa Botticino

The 2024 Aura rosé showcases the Brescia area, where the wine is born among the famous Botticino marble quarries.

Ghemme and Gattinara

Focus on Alt(r)o Piemonte, a historic Nebbiolo area that continues to represent one of the most interesting areas of Italian winemaking.

International and Spirits

Meregalli Spirits expands its portfolio

The Brazilian cachaça Magnífica de Faria and the Mexican sotol Cardenxe, two spirits with strong ties to their respective territories, have been added to the catalogue.

Karuizawa 1960 at auction

One of only 41 existing bottles of the famous Japanese whisky will be sold by Catawiki

with a valuation of more than 300,000 euros.

Stalin’s Secret Vault

A historic collection of approximately 40,000 bottles that belonged to Stalin has been reopened in Tbilisi and will be sold at international auctions in the coming months.

Wine Events

Open Cellars 2026

A record weekend for Italian wine tourism, with thousands of visitors to wineries participating in the Wine Tourism Movement.

Leading regions:

Sicily: 30 participating wineries, a historic record.
Sardinia: Contini Winery.
Campania: itineraries in Irpinia, including wine, art, and gastronomy.
Eastern Sicily: Cambria Wine Club.

Great Wine Festival 2026

On September 26 and 27, Villa Farsetti will host over 400 wines from 27 countries, confirming its position as one of Italy’s leading events dedicated to international wine.

Teramane Hills and Wine

The first event dedicated to the historic Colline Teramane DOCG will debut in Teramo on June 6th.

On the Malvasia Routes

The cultural project that retraces the ancient trade routes of Malvasia between the Adriatic and the Mediterranean seas begins on June 6th in Chioggia.

Franchini: Archaeology and Wine in Valpolicella

Guided tours of a 3rd-century Roman villa combined with tastings in the historic 1460 Corte Forlago.

Strategic Trends of the Week

Three signals emerge clearly:

Asia continues to represent a major growth area for Italian wine , with Piedmont and Prosecco particularly dynamic.
Wine tourism confirms its role as a key driver of development , with Cantine Aperte registering record numbers throughout Italy.
The sector is accelerating its focus on sustainability and territorial identity , elements that are increasingly central to differentiating Italian wine on international markets.

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Wine press review for Saturday May 30 -2026

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ITALIAN WINERIES

Moncalisse inaugurates its new sustainable winery in Trentino.

The new Moncalisse winery, designed by sisters Julia and Karoline Walch, is being built in Seregnano (Trento). A modern structure integrated into the landscape, it is designed to enhance the Trentodoc region through sustainability, architecture, and innovation.

Farina Wines brings art to the cellar

The historic Valpolicella Classica winery is strengthening its “Art Ferment” project, transforming its cellar into a permanent space dedicated to contemporary art and cultural experiences.

New Martes line for Maremma wines

The Tuscan cooperative launches the IGT Costa Toscana “Martes” line, with a contemporary, youthful, and convivial approach aimed at new consumers.

Il Passo Winery Presents Alberi in Piano Rosé 2025

The Grimolizzi family’s Lucanian winery has launched a new rosé made from pure Aglianico, expanding its offering with a fresh, regional wine.

ES Cantina & Ristorante reopens in Puglia

Gianfranco Fino’s property relaunches integrated hospitality, combining a resort, restaurant, tastings, and hospitality immersed in the Apulian vineyards.

The Wine Net conquers Bordeaux

The bubbles from the Italian cooperative network have attracted great interest at the Cité du Vin in Bordeaux, promoting lesser-known areas of Italian sparkling wine.

Elio Altare recounts the Barolo Boys’ redemption

One of the protagonists of the Barolo revolution retraces the cultural and social transformation of the Langhe, highlighting current challenges related to bureaucracy and the market.

ITALIAN WINE AND ITALIAN OENOLOGY

Assoenologi: We Need a New Renaissance for Italian Wine

A clear message comes from the National Congress in Conegliano: overcome pessimism and build a new phase of growth through quality, innovation, and dialogue with institutions.

Lollobrigida opens up to the uprooting of vineyards

The Minister of Agriculture has expressed his willingness to consider interventions on vineyards if the entire supply chain reaches a shared position. Priority will be given to quality, markets, and exports.

Cotarella: the wine will react this time too

The president of Assoenologi recalls the crises the sector has overcome in recent decades and identifies communication as the main front to be protected.

Renzo Cotarella: Now we need to evolve

The CEO of Marchesi Antinori calls on the sector to focus on quality, markets, communication, and price control to regain competitiveness.

Nomisma Wine Monitor: Diversifying Exports and Re-Engaging Young Consumers

Denis Pantini highlights how the future of Italian wine lies in new international markets and a greater ability to engage with new generations.

Cannonau “young wine” becomes a national case

The project developed in Sardinia to introduce young people to wine is presented as an innovative model at the Assoenologi Congress.

Friuli Venezia Giulia: every DOC generates value

Regional Councillor Stefano Zannier emphasizes how the individual denominations contribute to strengthening the international image of Friulian wine.

Giorgia Meloni: Viticulture is a cornerstone of Made in Italy.

In her message to the Assoenologi Congress, the Prime Minister reiterates the economic, cultural, and territorial value of Italian wine.

Assoenologi Awards 2026

Francesco Lollobrigida was named “Personality of the Year.” Matteo Zoppas, Federico Bricolo, Luca Zaia, Stevie Kim, and Alessandro Regoli also received awards.

Baratuciat: the rediscovered grape variety of the Susa Valley

The recovery of Piedmont’s native varieties continues thanks to projects that enhance biodiversity and territorial identity.

INTERNATIONAL

Historic auction for Stalin’s private cellar

Over 40,000 bottles of Stalin’s wine are being made public in Georgia. The proceeds from the auction will fund a national wine school.

Armenia: A Journey to the Origins of Wine

International interest in Armenia’s winemaking heritage, considered among the oldest in the world and increasingly important for tourism and the economy, is growing.

International tastings in London

In July, the Courtyard Wine Cellars in Covent Garden will host a tasting of Chardonnays from around the world paired with select cheeses and cured meats.

WINE EVENTS

Open Cellars 2026 is the protagonist of the weekend

The 34th edition confirms the evolution of Italian wine tourism: trekking through the vineyards, tastings, outdoor experiences, culture, and gastronomy take center stage alongside wine.

Tuscany: Cantine Aperte focuses on regenerative tourism

The Tuscan Wine Tourism Movement presents new hospitality options focused on wellness, nature, and immersion in the local area.

Huge 2026 returns to Lapio

On June 14th and 15th, the artisanal wine fair will stop in the heart of the Fiano di Avellino region.

Vineia tells the story of Casentino wine

On June 6th and 7th, Bibbiena will host a program of archaeology, tastings, conferences, and visits to the area’s historic wineries.

Etna Wine Tour and Circumetnea

Etna confirms its position as one of Italy’s most dynamic wine tourism destinations, thanks to historic railway routes and tours of wineries and the volcano.

Antinori and Armin Linke at Bargino

A new chapter in the Antinori family’s Art Project, featuring artistic installations inside the Chianti Classico winery.

Venice: on the Malvasia routes

The cultural sailing journey will begin on June 6th, retracing the ancient trade routes of the Serenissima linked to Malvasia.

Cortina VIP Wine 2026

On 13 and 14 July the Civiltà del Bere summit returns to the Dolomites with 54 Italian wineries and the main protagonists of national winemaking.

Venice Wine Festival and initiatives in the Venetian area

The summer wine season kicks off with tastings, open cellars, lagoon wine tours, and food and wine events.

Brescia and the Lombard Hills

The 2026 program for the Wine and Flavors Route has been approved, increasingly focused on sustainability, promotion, and local tourism.

TREND OF THE DAY

The entire Italian wine industry, gathered in Conegliano for the Assoenologi Congress, is sending a message of confidence: despite the slowdown in consumption and market difficulties, the sector identifies the new generations, wine tourism, export diversification, and the valorization of local areas as the key drivers for building the next growth cycle for Italian wine.

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Wine press review for Friday May 29 -2026

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ITALIAN WINERIES

Derthona increasingly a protagonist among Piedmontese white wines

Timorasso continues to grow thanks to Walter Massa’s pioneering vision. The Derthona project confirms its position as a benchmark for quality Piedmontese white wines, while the debate now focuses on the development of future subzones.

Pinot Grigio delle Venezie: Yields reduced for the 2026 harvest

The Consorzio DOC delle Venezie is reducing production yields to limit supply and maintain market balance in a context characterized by slowing consumption and struggling exports.

Compagnia del Vino obtains gender equality certification.

The company becomes the first Italian wine distributor to be certified UNI/PdR 125:2022, confirming the sector’s focus on social sustainability and human capital development.

Sardinia takes center stage at the 2026 IWC Vermentino

Five of the eight Gran Medaglia d’Oro awarded by the international competition go to Sardinian producers. The overall best wine was Gabriele Palmas’ Solotredici 2023.

Sardinian Cannonau takes center stage at Grenaches du Monde

Terre di Baquara won the gold medal in the prestigious international competition dedicated to Grenache wines, confirming Sardinia’s leadership in the global Cannonau scene.

Confcooperative: Cooperative wine accounts for over 60% of national production.

The Italian agri-food cooperative system reaches a turnover of 38 billion euros and confirms its central role in the national wine supply chain.

ITALIAN WINE AND ITALIAN OENOLOGY

Extra-EU wine exports still declining

In the first quarter of 2026, Italian wine exports outside the European Union fell 11%. The United States fell 20.5%, while Russia, China, Brazil, and Mexico all grew.

Frescobaldi: Beware of Overproduction

The UIV president calls on the sector to be cautious: overproducing risks further depressing prices in an already complex market phase.

Artificial intelligence increasingly present in viticulture

From vineyard management to vine genetics, AI is already an operational reality and represents one of the main tools for addressing sustainability and climate change.

Birds and climate change: the debate begins

Elena Pantaleoni (La Stoppa) offers a reflection on the regulatory limits of volatile acidity in light of new climatic and production conditions.

Pesticides: The EU opens up to drones

The European Council has initiated the regulatory process that will allow drone spraying, with the aim of simplifying agricultural practices and improving operational efficiency.

Grapevine Burns: Increased Attention to Heat Damage

High temperatures pose a growing threat to vineyards. Research identifies new strategies to protect grape bunches and yield quality.

We People Wine: the manifesto for a new wine communication strategy is born.

Producers and communicators are calling for simpler, more inclusive, and more human-friendly language, moving beyond excessive technical jargon.

The new routes of Italian wine

According to Master of Wine Cristina Mercuri, the sector will have to rethink communications, markets, and consumer relations to address ongoing changes.

Natural wine as a cultural phenomenon

In sociologist Davide Sparti’s new book, natural wine is analyzed as an expression of culture, identity, and social identity, as well as an oenological one.

INTERNATIONAL

Fine Italian wines seeking new markets

Alongside the USA, Germany, and the United Kingdom, interest in Asia, Africa, and South America as strategic destinations for great Italian wines is growing.

Piedmont takes center stage at Vinexpo Asia

Thirty-five Piedmontese companies are participating in the Asia-Pacific region’s main wine fair in Hong Kong, strengthening trade ties with eastern markets.

Wines Experience arrives in Vietnam

BolognaFiere brings Italian wine to Ho Chi Minh City with an innovative format dedicated to B2B meetings between producers and international buyers.

Italian exports outside the EU grew in April

Italian exports increased by 11.3%, driven by China, Switzerland, India, and the United States.

WINE EVENTS

Open Cellars 2026 takes center stage throughout Italy

On May 30th and 31st, over 600 wineries will open their doors to visitors with tastings, guided tours, immersive experiences, and wine tourism initiatives.

Friuli Venezia Giulia: 84 stops between wine and territory

The 33rd edition of Cantine Aperte involves 82 wineries and two distilleries with tastings, wine tourism tours, and even hot air balloon flights.

Abruzzo: 52 wineries participating in Cantine Aperte

Thousands of visitors are expected for one of the most important events in regional wine tourism.

Euganean Hills: nature and tastings

Local wineries offer tours, food events, and outdoor activities in the heart of the Regional Park.

Tufaio Winery (Lazio)

A weekend dedicated to tastings, vineyard visits, and exploring the volcanic heritage of the Castelli Romani.

Garda DOC: sustainability at its core

On June 4th, an evening dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and the future of the denomination will take place at the Rocca di Lonato.

Polpenazze del Garda Wine Fair

From May 29th to June 2nd, over 150 wines will be available for tasting and more than 20,000 visitors are expected.

Buttrio Regional Wine Fair

From June 5th to 7th, the historic Friulian event reaches its 93rd edition with tastings, competitions, and the traditional Palio delle Botti.

Midsummer Celebration at Josetta Saffirio

On June 20th in the Langhe, an experience combining wine, contemporary cuisine, and mixology among the rows of vines.

Food and wine tourism: the course begins in Treviso

The free training program for Specialist Technicians in Food and Wine Tourism, a sector that continues to experience sustained growth, is now underway.

Monferrato: The Infernot, a heritage to be discovered

The historic cellars dug into the tuff are increasingly becoming a tourist and cultural attraction.

Trentino: the cellar in the mountains

Moncalisse offers a wine tourism experience also suitable for families, combining architecture, nature, and Trentodoc.

The news of the day

Exports and supply management will be the two strategic themes of summer 2026. On the one hand, the decline in Italian wine sales in the United States (-20.5%), on the other, the decisions of the Consortia (Pinot Grigio delle Venezie, Prosecco, and Brunello) to limit production to avoid market imbalances. The sector is gradually shifting from a focus on volume growth to value management.

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