Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
Italian wineries
Pojer and Sandri part ways after 50 years
A historic turning point for one of the most iconic Trentino wine producers: Mario Pojer and Fiorentino Sandri have formalized their corporate separation after more than half a century of joint business. Fiorentino Sandri will maintain the historic Pojer e Sandri brand, while Mario Pojer will continue his project in the Cembra Valley with the new family generation.
Fontanafredda launches its “Green Renaissance”
The historic Langhe winery strengthens its commitment to sustainability with a supply chain manifesto shared with its industrial partners. Andrea Farinetti: “Today we must put the Earth at the center of humanity.”
Moncaro, auction halfway
The Montecarotto winery has been sold to the Uve Unite cooperative, while the Acquaviva Picena and Camerano properties remain unsold. The effort to safeguard one of the Marche region’s most important winemaking heritages continues.
Tenute Martarosa relaunches its Tintilia rosé wine
In Molise, the Travaglini brothers continue their work promoting Tintilia, a native grape variety saved from oblivion in the 1990s, now also offering a rosé version.
Garofano celebrates 30 years with a Fiano Salentino
The Garofano brothers’ Apulian winery focuses on white wines with “Bianca dei Censi,” a Fiano that opens up new production prospects for Salento.
Elena Walch inaugurates Moncalisse in Trentino
The Walch family officially enters the world of Trentodoc with the new Moncalisse maison in Valsugana, a scenic and highly innovative facility dedicated exclusively to classic method sparkling wines.
Kurtatsch and the new UGA
The South Tyrolean cooperative becomes one of the first concrete examples of the use of Additional Geographical Units to enhance territorial identities, soils, and exposures.
Moretti Polegato: “Prosecco has changed the region.”
The owner of Villa Sandi explains how viticulture has socially and economically transformed the hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Italian wine and Italian oenology
Italian wine exports: signs of recovery outside the EU
According to UIV and Istat data, Italian wine closed the first quarter of 2026 with exports outside the EU still negative (-11%) but improving compared to the previous two months (-16%). Prosecco and the premium segment held steady, while the US remained severely depressed (-20.5%).
The first 100% Made in Italy dealcoholized wines are here.
Following the new regulatory framework, the first Italian productions of dealcoholized wines began with plants installed in the country. Among the pioneers were Frizero, Mack & Schühle Italia, and Ceviv.
Wine by the glass continues to grow
Andrea Gori of Da Burde (Florence) explains how a smart selection of wines by the glass and by the quart can increase consumption even in a difficult market.
Post-natural wines: a new phase in artisanal winemaking?
The natural wine movement is entering a new cultural and commercial evolution. The debate about the segment’s identity, authenticity, and transformation is growing.
Montello viticulture looks to the future
In Giavera del Montello, companies, technicians, and institutions will discuss sustainability, environmental protection, and the revitalization of the Recantina wine region.
Drones and precision agriculture in Tuscany
The “Drone Farming” project was presented to improve the sustainability and competitiveness of agricultural supply chains through new drone applications.
Agriculture is looking for specialized technicians
At the Renisa national congress in Alba, the issue of the shortage of qualified technical professionals for the agricultural and wine sectors emerged forcefully.
International
Sicily conquers the Masters of Wine
Twenty-seven international Masters of Wine tour the island to learn about biodiversity, native grape varieties, and Sicilian terroirs through tastings and masterclasses organized by Assovini Sicilia.
Wine tourism on the rise: train travel booms
According to Trainline, travel to Italian cities and wine regions is increasing. Slow tourism linked to wine, food, and landscapes is growing.
Tenerife and the direct relationship with the producer
A curious tale from the world of wine hospitality: what happens when you honestly tell a producer that his wine isn’t convincing?
Wine events
Open Cellars 2026 Livens Up All of Italy
A weekend packed with events including tastings, music, picnics, winery tours, and immersive experiences.
Among the main events:
Astoria brings Argentina to the Prosecco hills
Guerrieri Rizzardi opens its doors in Bardolino
Lidia & Amato organize vertical tastings of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Antico Castello in Irpinia offers barbecue and wine experiences.
Abruzzo takes center stage with 52 participating wineries
AIS Verona: “When the sun goes down, wine tells its story.”
An exclusive event on July 24th at the Fattori family’s Col De La Bastia estate, amid organic vineyards and sunset tastings.
The first Strada Vino Asolo Montello EVO Oil Competition has been presented.
The awards ceremony for the first edition of the event, dedicated to the area’s excellent olive oil products, took place at Villa Maser.
Studio Cru launches “Off Road Wine”
New wine tourism experiences off the beaten track for curious travelers seeking authenticity and less traveled territories.
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