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Wine press review for Thursday October 15-2026

with:

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

Wine market, Italian wineries, 2026 harvest, investments, sustainability, wine tourism, and events.

Good morning,

WINE IDEA presents the main news from the wine sector for Thursday, October 15, 2026, with updates on Italian wineries, market trends, new production trends, and wine events.

Highlights include the slowdown in wine consumption, new European anti-crisis measures, funding for vineyard sustainability, the growth of wine tourism, and Italian wineries’ strategies for enhancing quality and local produce.

1. Italian Wineries – Production, Innovation, and Investments

Terlano Winery: Vorberg Pinot Blanc defies time. A vertical tasting of nine vintages, from 1997 to 2023, confirms Vorberg’s longevity. This Alto Adige Pinot Blanc maintains freshness, elegance, and balance even after many years of aging, showcasing the winemaking expertise of Rudi Kofler and his predecessor, Sebastian Stocker.

Ruggeri presents Revén, the new Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore. The historic winery, founded in 1950, launches Revén Millesimato 2025, made from grapes grown on ten particularly steep slopes of Valdobbiadene, aged on the lees for six months. The project celebrates the heroic viticulture of the UNESCO World Heritage hills.

ARPEPE: Valtellina Nebbiolo and long macerations. The Valtellina winery confirms a production philosophy based on macerations that can last up to 138 days and long aging. A tasting of six vintages highlights the evolutionary potential of Chiavennasca, the Nebbiolo grown on Alpine terraces.

Barone Rotondo Winery: a 17th-century icehouse becomes a winery. In Barile, in the Vulture area, the restoration of a 17th-century underground structure, up to 17 meters deep, creates new spaces for aging and tasting. A project that combines historical heritage, architecture, and the promotion of Aglianico del Vulture.

Tenuta Mariani inaugurates a new sustainable winery. The property features a structure of over 450 square meters, built according to bioarchitecture criteria. The 2026 harvest is expected to see a 15% increase compared to 2025, with an estimated production of approximately 42,000 bottles. The inauguration will be accompanied by the Filari d’Arte exhibition.

Cordero di Montezemolo: Barolo meets art. Il Tratto, a limited edition of Barolo Monfalletto 2022 created with artist Boban Pesov, is born in the Langhe. The project offers a collector’s box set of three bottles, combining family identity, terroir, and creativity.

Tenute Lu Spada has been recognized by the 2027 AIS Vitae Guide. The Grigiombra Organic Vermentino Salento IGT 2025 received a 90/100 rating and the recognition of Excellence. This result strengthens the Brindisi winery’s quality positioning.

Franciacorta: confirmations and new recognitions from Gambero Rosso. The Vini d’Italia 2027 guide awards 13 Franciacorta wines with Tre Bicchieri, highlights two rare labels, and recognizes Antica Fratta for the first time. The region confirms its production quality, winemaking precision, and capacity for long aging.

Workplace safety: tragedy at a cooperative winery in Abruzzo. In Scerni, in the province of Chieti, a 23-year-old worker lost his life while working with machinery. An investigation is underway to reconstruct the accident. The incident highlights the importance of prevention and safety in wineries.

2. Italian Wine and Oenology – Market, Harvest, Sustainability, and Territory

Brachetto d’Acqui: a positive 2026 harvest. The Consorzio Vini d’Acqui reports healthy, well-structured grapes despite the challenging weather. According to President Ricagno, Brachetto has demonstrated a good ability to adapt to high temperatures.

Lazio: Cesanese is growing, and white wines are gaining popularity. Recent tastings confirm the qualitative evolution of Cesanese, especially in the areas of Piglio, Olevano Romano, and Affile. More elegant and contemporary interpretations are emerging, along with a greater focus on regional whites.

Lazio Roots: five consortia united to promote the region. The project involves 550 wineries and 413 farmers, bringing together Roma DOC, Frascati, Cesanese del Piglio DOCG, Abbacchio Romano PGI, and Ricotta Romana PDO. The goal: to strengthen the recognition and competitiveness of Lazio’s agri-food sector.

Prosecco: 667 million bottles in 2025. The sector confirms its international strength, with over 82% of production destined for export. Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG reaches approximately 98 million bottles, while Asolo DOCG reaches 32 million. Interest in premium labels, reserves, and signature wines is growing.

Bardolino: versatility and tourism to address changing consumption patterns. In the discussion promoted for the Consortium’s centenary, market prospects indicate a decline in wine sales towards 2035, with red wines facing particular challenges. Bardolino is focusing on drinkability, the Italian market, tourism, and new consumers.

Slow Wine 2027: Inventories and weak consumption are holding back wineries. The new guide highlights producers postponing bottling or releasing certain vintages, especially red wines, due to unsold stock. The publication includes 7,809 wines reviewed and 2,059 winery profiles. Signs of vitality are also emerging from the South and from new generations of producers.

Wine and health: Lollobrigida calls for greater promotion. During a visit to the Zorzettig winery in the Colli Orientali del Friuli, Agriculture Minister Francesco Lollobrigida advocated promoting Italian wine, combating the loss of consumers, and strengthening its presence in Asian and African markets. His statements on responsible drinking and health represent a political position: from a health perspective, alcohol consumption poses health risks even at low doses.

MASAF: New call for proposals for vineyard sustainability. Decree No. 381401 of August 4, 2026, introduces funding for climate adaptation, environmental impact reduction, and production sustainability. The deadline for applications for the first year is November 30, 2026. The measure is open to agricultural businesses, cooperatives, and other entities eligible under the legislation.

European Wine Package: Three tools to address crises. EU Regulation 2026/2093 regulates the use of distillation, green harvesting, and voluntary grubbing-up of vineyards under specific market conditions. Support can cover operating costs and financial compensation according to percentages and requirements established by the legislation.

What does terroir really mean? Verticale magazine reopens the debate on the relationship between soil, climate, tradition, and human intervention. The debate highlights how a wine’s identity derives from the interaction between terroir, agronomic choices, and the producer’s sensibility.

3. International wine market – Consumption and exports

United States: Wine and spirits in sharp decline. According to SipSource data presented by Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America, over the past twelve months, overall wine and spirits volumes decreased by 6.7%, while revenues fell by 5.8%. The figures for the last quarter also remained negative: -6.1% in volumes and -5.3% in revenues.

American consumers are increasingly selective. Inflation, changing habits, and market uncertainty are pushing buyers to more carefully evaluate consumption opportunities, price points, and product categories. For Italian wineries, positioning, distribution, and the ability to differentiate themselves are becoming crucial.

Global market: growing importance of value segments. Forecasts presented by the Italian Wine Union Observatory indicate continued difficulties for the popular and premium segments, while the higher-end segments show greater resilience. For Italian wine, enhancing origin, quality, recognizability, and brand identity is becoming crucial.

International wine tourism: Verona on the road to becoming a Great Wine Capital. The seven Veronese winners of the Best of Wine Tourism 2027 will participate in the international competition of the Great Wine Capitals network, scheduled for Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand, from October 18th to 22nd. The initiative promotes wine hospitality models and territorial development.

4. Wine events – Festivals, tastings, tourism and awards

Hostaria Verona – October 16-18, 2026

The Wine and Harvest Festival returns to the historic center with over 100 wineries and approximately 350 labels. Tastings, cultural events, music, and traditional products are expected. The previous edition attracted over 26,000 attendees.

DiVin October in Trentino – October 16-18

Ten events in Valle dei Laghi, Vallagarina, and other Trentino towns, including tastings, trekking, winery tours, food, and events dedicated to Reboro, Teroldego, and local wines.

Native Red in Treviso – October 18

At the Santa Caterina Museum, from 10 am to 7 pm, AIS Veneto presents the red wines of the Colli Euganei DOC, showcasing the Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Carménère grown locally.

Morbegno in Cantina – Over 13,000 participants

The 29th edition, which concluded on October 11th, saw significant attendance. Tastings, cultural visits, and food tours also encouraged traffic to local businesses.

Best of Wine Tourism 2027 – Seven Venetian Excellences

Monteleone21, Monte del Frà, Cantina Bio Annafrancesca, Siridia, Val di Venere, Viaggia e Assapora, and Villa del Brolo were awarded for innovation, hospitality, sustainability, and local development.

Garda DOC Consortium: promotion in Verona, Milan, and Merano. The Consortium is strengthening its presence at autumn food and wine events to increase the denomination’s visibility and strengthen its relationship with industry professionals and consumers.

Valpolicella by motorbike: a new way to discover wine. A 43.6-kilometer itinerary from Verona, through Negrar and Fumane, toward Lessinia, offers an experience amidst the vineyards, landscapes, and terroirs of Amarone and Recioto. An example of integrating slow tourism with food and wine.

5. QUIDQUID – An update on the wine sector

Today’s news highlights a sector undergoing a transformation, but one in which concrete opportunities continue to emerge for wineries, wineries, and investors.

Three aspects deserve particular attention:

  • Market and competitiveness: Declining consumption, especially for red wines and in some foreign markets, necessitates a review of commercial strategies, product ranges, costs, and positioning.
  • Company Valuation: Product quality, vineyard heritage, brands, wine tourism, and production capacity are important elements in the economic evaluation of a winery.
  • Investments and development: sustainability, innovation, mergers and acquisitions can offer new prospects to companies with a sustainable industrial and commercial plan.

For wine entrepreneurs, the challenge is not just to produce quality wine, but to build companies capable of maintaining profitability, enhancing their assets, and competing in increasingly selective markets.

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Wine press review for Wednesday October 14-2026

with:

Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current winemaking innovations.

Good morning,

News from Italian wineries, wine, oenology, international markets and events

In focus: the Grande Franciacorta project, the slowdown in global exports, European anti-crisis measures, the future of Italian vineyards, and wineries’ strategies for navigating a changing market.

1. Italian wineries: companies, investments, and innovation

Franciacorta – Muratori is targeting €5 million in revenue. The Adro winery expects to reach €5 million in revenue by 2026, with 380,000 bottles sold and a 4% growth rate. The Ho.Re.Ca. channel accounts for 60% of sales, while exports account for 15%. The 2021 Franciacorta Extra Brut Millè earned Gambero Rosso’s Tre Bicchieri 2027 award. The winery has 60 hectares of vineyards.

Friuli – Cantina Rauscedo is rethinking production based on the market. To mark its 75th anniversary, the cooperative hosted the conference “Common Roots, New Challenges,” dedicated to the future of Italian wine. The discussions focused on declining consumption, changing consumer behavior, sustainability, and the need to plan production based on demand.

Gavi – Villa Sparina and the promotion of great white wines. The Moccagatta family continues the project begun in 1994, focusing on the longevity of Gavi, winemaking innovation, and brand identity. This approach is also supported by the work of winemaker Beppe Caviola and a distinctive bottle design.

Langhe – Michela Adriano presents “MA,” the red wine made from secret grape varieties. Debuting on October 16th in Neive, this wine doesn’t disclose the varietals used in the blend. The goal is to attract new consumers, especially young ones, prioritizing the pleasure of tasting over technical expertise.

Valpolicella – Tommasi is showcasing historic Amarone vintages. The “Family Library” is launched, a collection bringing together the 2012, 2017, and 2022 vintages of Amarone Classico DOCG. The project complements the conservation initiatives for older vintages promoted by Bertani, Tedeschi, and Zenato, strengthening the wine’s historical and collectible value.

Alto Adige – Cantina Bozen celebrates 40 years of Huck am Bach. The cooperative celebrates the Sankt Magdalener, produced since 1986, with a commemorative label. This acknowledges the wine’s continued production and its commitment to the Bolzano region.

Trentino – Casa Pisoni presents the 2020 Riserva Extra Brut 60 months. A new Trentodoc Blanc de Blancs made from Chardonnay from the Valle dei Laghi, aged on the lees for 60 months. The 2020 vintage, disgorged in June 2026, expands the company’s reserve line.

Irpinia – Passo delle Tortore inaugurates its winery in Pietradefusi. The company, led by the De Girolamo sisters and Ilaria Facchiano, opens its doors to the public with a project that combines winemaking, family tradition, gastronomy, and local heritage.

Tuscany – Tenute del Cerro introduces tastings with BrainArt. At Fattoria del Cerro in Montepulciano, devices that detect brain activity transform the tasting experience into personalized visual compositions. The initiative is artistic and experiential, not diagnostic or scientific.

Valpolicella – Masi Monteleone21 awarded for wine tourism. The Masi hospitality center won the Best of Wine Tourism 2027 award in the Food and Wine Experiences category. This recognition recognizes the Wine First model, which places wine at the center of the gastronomic and tourism offerings.

2. Italian wine and oenology: market, harvest, and prospects

Lombardy – A “Grande Franciacorta” is proposed. A study by Michele Antonio Fino and Carmine Garzia of the University of Gastronomic Sciences proposes a new umbrella designation, based on voluntary participation, for Lombardy’s classic method sparkling wines made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The idea aims to foster sustainable growth by creating potential synergies between Franciacorta and Oltrepò Pavese. This is a research proposal, not an existing designation.

Trentino – The 2026 harvest yields fewer grapes, but promising quality. The harvest concluded with generally lower yields than in 2025, with differences among production zones. According to CIA Trentino, the grape quality appears good. The progressive advancement of the harvest, which in some areas began before mid-August, confirms the impact of weather conditions on production decisions.

Friuli Venezia Giulia – Rauscedo produces approximately 95 million vine cuttings annually. The San Giorgio della Richinvelda nursery district represents one of the world’s leading centers for vine propagation, with an estimated production equal to approximately 80% of Italy’s total and a third of the world’s.

Italian Vineyards – Nursery growers are calling for investment instead of uprooting. MIVA and the FVG Vineyard Nursery Association are proposing a national vineyard renewal program, prioritizing reconversion, production efficiency, and climate adaptation over incentives for permanent reductions in vineyard area. This position is part of the debate over production surpluses and declining consumption.

European Union – Three tools to address the wine crisis. EU Regulation 2026/2093, according to the information reported, governs national interventions for crisis distillation, green harvesting, and voluntary grubbing-up. Aid is linked to market conditions such as increased stocks, lower prices, and declining sales. The measures provide compensation and incentives within specific limits, subject to applicable conditions.

Irpinia – Fiano, Greco, and Taurasi are the stars of the 2027 Tre Bicchieri awards. Eleven Irpinia wines received awards out of the 21 Campania wines: seven Fiano di Avellino, two Greco di Tufo, and two Taurasi. The longevity of the white wines, the lengthened aging process, and the pursuit of greater freshness in the Aglianico-based reds stand out.

Langhe – Caritas reports serious problems in seasonal work. According to Caritas Alba, the 2026 harvest revealed worrying conditions for many workers: irregular wages, precarious accommodations, and alleged contractual violations. Reported figures include approximately 6,000 seasonal workers, 16 makeshift settlements, and 4,500 meals distributed. A coordinated intervention by the institutions is required.

Cellar Security – The Antinori theft rekindles the spotlight on inventory protection. Following the theft of fine wines from the Cortona logistics hub, reportedly worth approximately €5 million, the issue of warehouse security has once again become a central theme. Beyond the financial damage, the loss of non-replicable vintages can jeopardize supplies, business relationships, and brand positioning.

Wines for Aging – Rediscovering the Value of Waiting. A cultural reflection highlights the importance of time in the development of great reds. In a market geared toward immediate consumption, preservation, maturation, and patience remain the hallmarks of long-lived wines.

3. International market and world viticulture

Global exports – Sharp slowdown in first half of 2026. According to Trade Data Monitor data analyzed by the Spanish Interprofessional Wine Organization, global exports are down 5.1% in value and 8.1% in volume compared to the first half of 2025.

WORLD WINE TRADE – JANUARY/JUNE 2026

Export value

€15.8 billion

-5.1%

Export volume

4.2 billion liters

-8.1%

Packaged wine recorded a 6.1% drop in value, to 10.63 billion euros, and a 5.3% drop in volume, to 2.24 billion litres.

Data source: Trade Data Monitor / OIVE, according to the news provided.

China – The 47th OIV World Congress looks to the future of wine. In Yinchuan, Ningxia, the International Organization of Vine and Wine Congress brings together international experts and researchers until October 16. The program includes 420 scientific papers dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and transformation in the sector. China is strengthening its role in global wine research and production.

Republic of San Marino – Fortieth anniversary of the Identification of Origin mark. The San Marino wine industry is celebrating the anniversary of the “San Marino” mark with a conference on October 17th in Domagnano, dedicated to the history of local production and future prospects.

4. Wine events, territories and wine tourism

The main events and itineraries for autumn 2026.

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October

Neive (CN) – Presentation of the “MA” wine

Michela Adriano’s new red wine debuts at Bottega dei Quattro Vini, designed for tastings free from the constraints of varietal information.

17

October

Domagnano – 40 Years of San Marino Wine

Public conference at 9:00 a.m. in the Montelupo Hall, dedicated to the Identification of Origin mark.

18

October

Milan – Barbera d’Asti Wine Festival

At The Westin Palace Hotel, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, tastings and meetings with producers of the Monferrato denominations.

7–8

November

Milis (OR) – 37th Sardinian Wine Festival

Around 20 wineries and 50 labels, featuring new wines, organic wines, and Vernaccia di Oristano. Tastings, talks, food, and crafts are also planned.

Valtellina – Autumn amidst Nebbiolo, terraced vineyards, and gastronomy. The vineyard landscapes of the Lombardy valley become a destination for slow tourism, with foliage, historic homes, Chiuro wineries, dry stone walls, and local specialties like pizzoccheri.

Piedmont and Tuscany – The foliage highlights the wine regions. Langhe, Roero, Monferrato, and Chianti offer autumn itineraries through vineyards, villages, wineries, and tastings. An opportunity to strengthen the connection between wine production and experiential tourism.

Alto Adige – Wine & Bike and Törggelen on the Wine Road. In Caldaro and the surrounding areas, bike tours, winery tours, and tastings complement the autumnal tradition of Törggelen, featuring new wines and country cuisine until November.

5. The industry picture: what emerges from today’s news

The October 14 review highlights five themes that deserve attention from producers, entrepreneurs, and investors:

  • Shrinking markets: Declining global exports require greater attention to pricing, distribution, and profitability.
  • Rethinking production: comparing uprooting and vineyard conversion highlights the need for long-term industrial strategies.
  • Commercial innovation: Cantina Rauscedo, Villa Sparina, and other companies demonstrate the importance of connecting product, market, and identity.
  • Heritage valorization: older vintages, long-lived wines, wine tourism, and new cellar experiences can create development opportunities.
  • Economic and social sustainability: worker protection, inventory security, and climate adaptation are becoming increasingly important aspects of corporate management.

The WINE IDEA perspective – FORBUS

The winemaking sector is going through a phase in which simply producing quality wines is no longer enough. It’s necessary to understand the markets, control costs, enhance company assets, and identify new business and investment opportunities.

For wineries and wineries, future value will increasingly depend on the ability to integrate production, organization, distribution, and strategic vision.

FORBUS’s reflection

The wine market is changing, and not all companies are facing this transformation in the same way. For some, the priority is strengthening their sales structure; for others, investing, finding new partners, or preparing for a generational transition.

Before deciding whether to sell, acquire, or develop a winery, it is essential to understand its current value and, above all, its untapped value.

FORBUS supports entrepreneurs and investors in the evaluation, development, management, and sale of wineries, wineries, and beverage businesses.

Further information: FORBUS · Wines and Wine · Agricultural Estates 24

WINE NEWS – October 13, 2026

A wine press review compiled from collected news, with editorial summaries and reorganization for clear reading and improved indexing by search engines and artificial intelligence systems.

Today’s press review is brought to you by WINEIDEA.IT.

See you tomorrow with the latest news on Italian and international wine.

Wine press review for Tuesday October 13-2026

with:

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

Good morning,

Italian wineries, wine, oenology, international markets and events

Italian wine: investments, acquisitions, innovation, and regional development. From new wineries in Friuli to Prosecco Superiore, from corporate transactions to resistant grape varieties, to the growth of non-alcoholic beverages: here are the key news from the wine sector, selected and summarized by QUIDQUID.

1. Italian wineries: investments, news, and protagonists

Zorzettig is investing €10 million in the new Cantina Viva in Friuli. In Spessa di Cividale, in the Colli Orientali del Friuli, Annalisa Zorzettig inaugurates a new production facility, in the presence of Minister Francesco Lollobrigida and ICE President Matteo Zoppas. This investment confirms confidence in the future of Friulian wine, despite the market’s challenges.

Ruggeri presents Revén, the new Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG. The 2025 vintage is made from grapes grown on ten particularly steep slopes in Valdobbiadene. Aged on the lees for over six months, the project boasts aromatic complexity and a label that reveals the vineyards’ origins.

Cantina Rauscedo celebrates 75 years of cooperation. On October 9th and 10th, the Friulian cooperative celebrated the anniversary with the event “Le Radici del Vino” (The Roots of Wine). The event focused on viticultural research, vine cuttings, production quality, and the value of cooperation, with a masterclass led by Master of Wine Gabriele Gorelli.

Tommasi celebrates the history of Amarone. The family presents the Family Library, featuring three historic vintages of Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG and a Special Edition of the 2017 vintage. The goal is to highlight the longevity, identity, and prestige of this great Veronese red.

Franciacorta, Monte Alto focuses on Pinot Noir. Alberto Tribbia recounts the journey of his winery, founded in 2014 in Clusane d’Iseo. Three hectares of vineyards and approximately 15,000 bottles annually, with a focus on quality and sustainability.

In Oltrepò Pavese, Tenuta Montelio, a blend of history and the Metodo Classico. Located in Codevilla, the winery preserves medieval monastic origins and ancient underground chambers. This historical heritage complements winemaking and the promotion of the local area.

Irpinia, Passo delle Tortore inaugurates its own winery. In Pietradefusi, the project led by the De Girolamo sisters and Ilaria Facchiano combines family tradition, local wines, hospitality, and food and wine culture.

In Calabria, Antonella Lombardo is reclaiming historic vineyards. After a career as a lawyer in Milan, she returned to Bianco, on the Ionian coast, to reclaim abandoned plots and promote the local winemaking tradition.

Puglia’s Women in Wine network is growing. Around 70 regional professionals are working to strengthen the role of women in production, winemaking, communications, and wine tourism.

2. Italian wine, oenology and the market

Acquisitions in the wine industry: major groups are active, but Gaja denies LVMH. Angelo Gaja denies negotiations for the sale of the company to the French group. Meanwhile, the industry’s consolidation continues, with deals involving Montevetrano, Jermann, La Massa, Bucci, Pico Maccario, Biondi Santi, Isole e Olena, and Attems. Generational change and market difficulties are encouraging new acquisition opportunities.

PIWI grape varieties in DOC and DOCG appellations: a bipartisan parliamentary proposal. Gian Marco Centinaio and Antonella Forattini propose a regulatory change to allow the use of resistant grape varieties in Italian appellations, in compliance with the specifications. Currently, 36 PIWI varieties are registered in the National Register, divided equally between white and red grapes.

Riesling Italico: a reflection on positioning from the Oltrepò Pavese region. Slovenian sommelier Simona Česen highlights how the same grape variety is perceived differently depending on its name: Riesling Italico, Laški rizling, or Graševina. This demonstrates the importance of communication and marketing identity.

Minister Lollobrigida is focusing on promoting Italian wine. During the inauguration of the Cantina Viva in Zorzettig, the Minister advocated investing in promotion and value creation, rather than focusing on reducing production as a response to market difficulties.

European regions are preparing the Mantua Declaration for PDO and PGI products. On October 15, the AREPO association will present a document to strengthen the protection, competitiveness, and economic development of Geographical Indications, in preparation for the European Action Plan scheduled for 2027.

Valtellina, ARPEPE celebrates the long macerations of Nebbiolo. The historic Valtellina winery presents a winemaking approach characterized by macerations that can last up to 138 days, enhancing the character of Chiavennasca and mountain viticulture.

Leonia degli Albizzi Frescobaldi, a pioneer of Italian winemaking. As early as the 19th century, she experimented with the Metodo Classico in Tuscany and designed a gravitational cellar in Pomino. Her wines won a gold medal at the 1878 Paris Exposition.

Castagner presents DIECIeLODE, a grappa specifically designed for tiramisu. The Treviso-based distillery offers a barrel-aged grappa with an aromatic profile designed to complement this famous Italian dessert, with notes of vanilla, cocoa, coffee, fruit, and spices.

3. Awards and award-winning Italian wines

Sardinia’s Cannonau Zibbo is among Italy’s 50 rare wines. Gambero Rosso recognizes the wine from Cantina Canneddu in Mamoiada, founded by Marco Canneddu in 2015, recognizing its territorial identity and limited production.

Sicily, Wine Sicily honors Ansaldi and Musita. At the Palermo event, which attracted 14,000 attendees, Cantina Ansaldi of Marsala received recognition for its 2020 Brut Millesimato, while Musita of Salemi was recognized for its 2025 Passopasso made from Zibibbo grapes.

Umbria, gold medal for Mi.Le.Ghi. Lilium della Serra, an IGT white produced in Gubbio with the 2025 harvest, won gold at the Mondial des Vins Extrêmes, a competition dedicated to heroic viticulture.

Alto Adige, 95 Falstaff points for Cantina Kaltern. The Kunst.Stück Merlot-Cabernet Riserva Südtirol DOC 2022 received 95 points in the 2026 evaluation, standing out for its structure, elegance, and aromatic complexity.

4. International: new consumption and perspectives

ProWein 2027 is investing in non-alcoholic beverages. The Düsseldorf event, running from March 7 to 9, 2027, will feature ProWein Zero, an area dedicated to alcohol-free wines, alcohol-free sparkling wines, alternative aperitifs, and innovative beverages. Up to 300 products are scheduled for tasting, along with professional meetings and insights into new consumption habits.

Slovenia and Croatia: Graševina as an example of commercial development. An international comparison of Riesling Italico demonstrates how denomination, perception, and communication can influence the success of the same grape variety in different markets.

European Geographical Indications, towards new development policies. The AREPO initiative in Mantua aims to strengthen the economic and territorial impact of certified products in future European Union strategies.

5. Wine events and wine tourism

Hostaria, XII Wine Festival – Verona

October 16–18, 2026

The historic center is transformed into an open-air winery with tastings, producers, consortia, music, and food culture.

Wine Melodies – Alto Adige

October 16 – November 6, 2026

Ten concerts in castles, cellars, and historic residences, accompanied by tastings of South Tyrolean wines.

Wine Festival – Wine Tourism Fair, Bivongi

October 24–25, 2026

The first edition features tastings, masterclasses, meetings, food and wine tastings, and activities to promote Calabrian wine tourism.

Milan hosts a grand tasting on October 17th. An updated selection of 445 wineries and 820 wines has been announced, including Barolo, Barbaresco, Franciacorta, Amarone, Brunello, and numerous emerging appellations. A web app allows you to browse labels and arrange meetings with producers.

Sicily, Autumn in the Cellar. The IRVO project enjoyed good participation in its October 3rd and 4th stops in Vittoria and Butera, continuing on October 10th and 11th between Etna and Nebrodi. The initiative promotes wine tourism outside the summer season.

Maierà, wine, chestnuts, and chili pepper. From October 23rd to 25th, the Calabrian village will host tastings, traditional cuisine, shows, and tours of the Chili Pepper Museum.

6. QUIDQUID | Trends to Watch

Five particularly significant themes for entrepreneurs, wineries, and investors emerge from the news of October 13th:

  1. Acquisitions and generational turnover: increased attention is being paid to wineries with heritage, brands, and growth potential, even when faced with management challenges.
  2. Industrial investments: the Zorzettig case demonstrates that some companies continue to invest in quality production facilities and positioning.
  3. Innovation and sustainability: PIWI grape varieties and new winemaking techniques open up new prospects for Italian viticulture.
  4. New consumers: the growing interest in alcohol-free wines and alternative beverages requires a rethinking of commercial strategies.
  5. Wine tourism and business development: hospitality, culture, events, and local identity can contribute to revenue diversification and the overall value of wineries.

FORBUS’s reflection

The wine market is changing, and not all companies are facing this transformation in the same way. For some, the priority is strengthening their sales structure; for others, investing, finding new partners, or preparing for a generational transition.

Before deciding whether to sell, acquire, or develop a winery, it is essential to understand its current value and, above all, its untapped value.

FORBUS supports entrepreneurs and investors in the evaluation, development, management, and sale of wineries, wineries, and beverage businesses.

Further information: FORBUS · Wines and Wine · Agricultural Estates 24

WINE NEWS – October 13, 2026

A wine press review compiled from collected news, with editorial summaries and reorganization for clear reading and improved indexing by search engines and artificial intelligence systems.

Today’s press review is brought to you by WINEIDEA.IT.

See you tomorrow with the latest news on Italian and international wine.

Wine press review for Monday October 12-2026

with:

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

Good morning,

Italian wineries, wine market, enology, exports, innovation, and food and wine events.

Prosecco DOC is growing in China, the 2026 harvest confirms the importance of climate adaptation, and Italian wineries are seeking new strategies to win over consumers, especially young ones. Meanwhile, agricultural costs are rising, while wine tourism, native grape varieties, and the valorization of local areas are opening up new opportunities.

Here are the main news from the Italian and international wine sector.

1. Italian wineries: companies, productions, and new initiatives

Poderi Luigi Einaudi: an early but balanced 2026 harvest. In Piedmont, the harvest began on August 25th with Dolcetto and concluded on October 4th with Nebbiolo destined for Barolo. High initial temperatures required harvests during the cooler hours, while September rains favored the balance between acidity, sugars, and ripeness.

Tenute Polini revives Garofanata with a Classic Method. In Carassai, in the Marche region, the family-run winery led by Francesca and Simone Polini is showcasing the ancient native Garofanata grape variety with “Leggerezza,” a 2014 Classic Method Brut. This project combines the restoration of biodiversity, long aging, and artisanal production.

Terre di Sava: Award-winning Apulian Vermentino distributed in large-scale retail outlets. The Salento-based winery’s Vermentino, priced around €12, earned 93 points in Gambero Rosso’s 2026 BereBene Guide. Terre di Sava, known for its Notte Rossa brand, has approximately 500 hectares of vineyards and produces 6 million bottles annually, which are also distributed in Italian supermarkets.

Fattoria Sardi celebrates one hundred years of winemaking. The historic estate in the Colline Lucchesi (Lucca Hills) celebrates its centennial, from 1926 to 2026. Today, it is led by winemakers Matteo Giustiniani and Mina Samouti, who continue the family tradition by enhancing the terroir, vineyards, and company identity.

Le Masiere presents Ol Moran solidarity Prosecco. A Brut Millesimato DOCG is being produced in Valdobbiadene, in a limited edition of 2,000 bottles. Proceeds will support the Tumaini Academy, a school at Ol Moran’s Venetian mission in Kenya. The presentation is scheduled for October 23rd in Castelcucco, in the province of Treviso.

Arillo in Terrabianca launches Connesso 2022. From the Colle Brezza Estate in Pienza comes a pure Sangiovese, produced exclusively in 1,900 numbered magnums. The wine ages for 24 months in French oak and, through its label inspired by a fossilized shell, tells the geological history of the Val d’Orcia.

Marisa Cuomo: The 2025 Furore Bianco DOC speaks of the Amalfi Coast. Made from Falanghina and Biancolella grapes, the wine expresses Furore’s unique terraced viticulture. Freshness, citrus notes, and Mediterranean aromas confirm the connection between winemaking quality and terroir.

Passo delle Tortore opens its doors to enthusiasts. The Campania winery, linked to the De Girolamo family, has organized a day of presentations of its wines, with the participation of producers, members, and guests from the entertainment world and institutions.

2. Italian wine and oenology: market, consumption, costs and innovation

Milan Wine Week: 84% of Italian families purchase wine. According to NielsenIQ data presented at the event, wine is purchased by 84% of Italian families, with over 600 million liters sold. The supply chain employs approximately 500,000 people. Average spending per purchase is rising, a sign of greater attention to value and quality.

Freschello is changing its communication to appeal to Generation Z. The Vicenza-based winery Cielo e Terra is celebrating its thirtieth anniversary with the “Stai Freschello!” music campaign, featuring music videos, humor, and social media. The goal is to make wine more accessible to younger generations, transcending formalism and traditional communication.

Agricultural diesel: sharp price increases are worrying businesses. According to reports, the price of agricultural diesel has reached €1.65 per liter, with significant repercussions on production costs. In Umbria, some companies are reporting difficulties managing their crops.

Sandro Bottega is sounding the alarm on fuel prices. The CEO of Bottega Spa warns that rising energy and logistics costs could impact the company’s year-end turnover by 5% to 10%, according to his estimates. Road transport is particularly critical, with diesel prices hovering around €2.25 per liter.

Rauscedo, the world capital of vine cuttings. The Friulian municipality of San Giorgio della Richinvelda produces approximately 95 million vine cuttings annually, accounting for 80% of Italy’s total production. The sector generates €180 million in revenue and employs 2,000 people. Vivai Cooperativi Rauscedo’s research focuses on rootstocks resistant to climate stress and new solutions for grapevine diseases.

Etna Bianco: Milo attracts attention for its elegance and longevity. On the eastern slopes of Etna, the altitude, climate, and soil composition favor white wines characterized by aromatic complexity, freshness, and aging potential. Gambero Rosso’s awards confirm the growing interest in the volcano’s white wines.

Puglia: Red wines are evolving toward freshness and drinkability. Gambero Rosso’s selection of the 26 best reds highlights a stylistic transformation: less concentration, more restrained use of oak, and greater balance. Primitivo, Negroamaro, and Nero di Troia remain key, while there is growing interest in rosés and native grape varieties.

Wine promotion in third-party countries: regional ranking approved for 2026/2027. With a provision dated September 24, 2026, published on October 5, the Puglia Region approved the ranking of regional projects with favorable assessment results for the 2026/2027 wine year.

3. International: exports and foreign markets

Prosecco DOC: exports to China over 30%. In the first half of 2026, exports to China increased by over 30% compared to the same period in 2025. The Chinese market still represents a limited share of the denomination’s overall exports, with volumes estimated at around one million bottles annually, but it offers interesting growth prospects.

The Prosecco DOC Consortium also organized masterclasses in Beijing, together with two local universities, for over 100 Chinese students, exploring the Martinotti Method, tasting, and mixology.

Austria: The Best Grüner Veltliner Reserves 2026. Falstaff has published the selection of 156 wines from the “Grüner Veltliner Reserve Trophy 2026” tasting, evaluated using the 100-point system. A reference for understanding the interpretations of one of Austria’s leading white grape varieties.

4. Wine events, wine tourism and territories

Padua Food Fair | October 11–18

The Colli Euganei DOC red wines, made from Merlot, Cabernet, and Carménère, are the stars of the event. On October 12th, Caffè Pedrocchi will host a tasting dedicated to pairing them with the traditional Gallina Padovana.

Open Cellars During Harvest | Until October 25th

Wineries participating in the Wine Tourism Movement offer vineyard tours, tastings, harvest experiences, and meetings with producers. The initiative promotes experiential wine tourism and the involvement of families and young people.

Terre di Pisa Food & Wine Festival | October 16–18

Eighty-seven exhibitors are expected in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, showcasing local agricultural and artisanal products. The initiative, previewed in Bologna together with Il Desco, promotes Tuscan food and wine and tourism.

Sips and Stories of Beauty | Mormanno, October 22–25

Four days dedicated to Pollino wines, Calabrian products, and food culture, with cooking demonstrations, meetings with producers, guided tours, and workshops.

Treviso: tourism growth in 2026. In the first seven months of the year, the destination recorded 1,328,337 overnight stays (3.7%) and 624,727 arrivals (2.2%). These figures also bode well for wine tourism in the Prosecco region.

Tuscany: four autumn itineraries featuring wine, villages, and landscapes. From Val d’Orcia to Siena, from Maremma to Arezzo, autumn tourism highlights vineyards, new wine, castles, and culinary traditions.

Monteleone d’Orvieto: rural hospitality and food tourism. This Umbrian village offers experiences among truffles, vineyards, and olive groves. Among the new accommodations is The Monteleone, a boutique hotel inaugurated in April 2026, reclaiming a 19th-century farmhouse.

Rome: Pierre wine bar opens on October 13th. The Calabresi family’s new establishment offers a selection of wines built over two generations, complemented by casual dining.

Rauscedo celebrates “The Roots of Wine.” The Friulian event recounts the history of nursery production and addresses topics such as resistant grape varieties, dealcoholized wines, cooperatives, and innovation, with visits to the Vivai Cooperativi Rauscedo research center.

5. Agriculture and related production

Marche: The olive harvest begins. Coldiretti Macerata predicts a positive season, especially for the quality of the oil, favored by reduced olive fly pressure during the hot summer. The indicative price of local extra virgin olive oil is around 15 euros per liter. Interest in oil mill tours and direct sales is also growing.

The Industry Outlook | October 12, 2026

Five important signals emerge from today’s news for producers, entrepreneurs, and investors.

  • Export: Prosecco DOC finds new growth opportunities in China, confirming the importance of market diversification.
  • Consumption: Wine maintains a significant presence in Italian households, but languages, consumption occasions, and preferences are changing.
  • Industrial costs: energy, fuel, and logistics are putting pressure on the profitability of agricultural and winemaking businesses.
  • Innovation: nursery research, recovery of native vines, and climate adaptation are becoming increasingly important factors.
  • Wine tourism: hospitality, local culture, and hands-on experiences at the winery represent opportunities for diversification and business growth.

The QUIDQUID – FORBUS reflection

The Italian wine sector continues to embody quality, tradition, and entrepreneurial savvy, but must contend with a more selective market and rising costs.

For wineries today, simply producing good wine is not enough. It’s crucial to understand product profitability, strengthen distribution, develop new markets, and leverage underutilized company resources.

For investors, a company’s ability to adapt to these changes is an important consideration when evaluating acquisition and development opportunities.

WINEIDEA NEWS – October 12, 2026

Wine press review provided by WINEIDEA.IT, dedicated to news from Italian wineries, Italian and international wine, oenology, markets, and industry events.

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