THE HIGHEST FOOD AND WINE EVENT IN THE WORLD CELEBRATES 25 YEARS: TOP WINE RETURNS TO THE TOP OF SASS PORDOI, A TASTING ONE STEP FROM THE SKY.

More than twenty Trentino-Alto Adige wineries and select Irpinia, Sicilian, and French labels will be featured. Cantina Terlano will be the protagonist of the masterclass. The event, organized on October 17th and 18th by Società Incremento Turistico Canazei SpA, will be held.

Christian Rabensteiner of Società Incremento Turistico Canazei: “Top Wine isn’t just a high-altitude tasting, but an opportunity to bring together the finest wines in the extraordinary setting of the Dolomites .” Roberto Anesi, sommelier: “At high altitude, wine reveals new, more subtle and elegant nuances.”

The event that unites the charm of the Dolomites with the excellence of wine is back: the Top Wine 2950 Symposium , now in its 25th year, will take place on October 17 and 18 at the Rifugio Maria, atop Sass Pordoi . At nearly three thousand meters above sea level, nearly twenty wineries from Trentino-Alto Adige will meet select labels from Irpinia, Sicily, and France for the world’s highest food and wine tasting. An experience that Goethe would have called “the land’s song to the sun,” suspended between the beauty of the landscape and the refinement of the glasses. This increasingly popular event will open on Friday, October 17, with a masterclass dedicated to the Terlano Winery, led by sommelier Roberto Anesi. This exclusive journey through the elegant and ageable whites of one of Alto Adige’s most iconic wineries will focus on the celebrated Terlaner blend and the iconic Primo. The heart of the event will be Saturday, October 18 : an entire day dedicated to tasting wines and gastronomic specialties, in a convivial atmosphere surrounded by the most fascinating peaks in the world.

Lunar Tour and Pian da Mur, Sass Pordoi continues to amaze

The natural setting of Sass Pordoi continues to amaze. Following the inauguration of the Lunar Tour in 2024, a route through a lunar-like high-altitude landscape, this year guests will also be able to admire the new Pian da Mur lake , visible from the Terrazza delle Dolomiti: a body of water that further enriches the Pordoi landscape. The Top Wine 2950 Symposium is organized by the Canazei Tourism Development Company , in collaboration with the Fassa and Fiemme Sommelier Association, Cedea Mineral Water, N’Outa Val di Fassa, and Trentino Catering.

“Top Wine is more than just a high-altitude tasting, it’s an opportunity to bring together the finest wines with enthusiasts, against the breathtaking backdrop of the Dolomites,” explains Christian Rabensteiner of Società Incremento Turistico Canazei SpA. “Over twenty-five years, it has grown into an event attracting enthusiasts from across Italy and abroad, strengthening our region’s image as a hub of culture, hospitality, and quality.”

“Tasting a wine at almost 3,000 meters is a unique experience,” explains sommelier Roberto Anesi. “At that altitude, our bodies have to adapt, and even the wine initially seems more timid, only to reveal new, more subtle and elegant nuances. It’s a context that invites us to slow down, observe the landscape, and taste with greater awareness.”

The program

Friday, October 17th, will kick off with the Cantina Terlano Masterclass (2:00 PM – 4:30 PM), a guided journey led by sommelier Roberto Anesi through the iconic wines of one of Alto Adige’s most important wineries. The main event, Saturday the 18th, will be a tasting (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM) at an altitude of 2,950 meters featuring over twenty wineries, a Top Wine platter by chef Giovanni Gabrielli, and a selection of finger foods.

The cellars

As every year, there will be plenty of space for local wine products, and more. The following will be present: Baron Longo, Cantina Convento Muri Gries, Cantina St. Pauls, Cantina Terlano – Andriano, Cantina Zanotelli, Cantine Monfort – Maso Cantanghel, Castelfeder, Corvèe, Donnafugata, Gandolfi Distribuzione Vini Francesi, Grigolli Bruno, Irpinia Consorzio Tutela Vini, Madonna delle Vittorie, Maxentia, Peter Zemmer, San Leonardo, Simoncelli, Spagnolli, Tenuta Peter Sölva, and Teroldego Evolution.

Participation in the Top Wine 2950 (October 18) costs €85, which includes a return cable car ticket, a screen-printed glass with glass holder, wine tastings, a Top Wine plate, finger food, and a gift. Participation in the Cantina Terlano Masterclass (October 17) costs €60, which includes a return cable car ticket and a guided tasting. Reservations are required and available online at: www.valdifassalift.it

For the ninth consecutive year, the Alta Langa Consortium will be a key player at the Alba International White Truffle Fair, taking place in Alba from October 11th to December 8th.

” Alta Langa DOCG returns to the International Alba White Truffle Fair again this year ,” comments Giovanni Minetti, President of the Alta Langa Consortium , “and once again plays a leading role, serving as the Official Sparkling Wine alongside the Alba White Truffle at the event’s most significant moments. For us producers, this is always a very significant event and a source of great pride for the opportunity to showcase our product alongside a gem of Italian gastronomy renowned at fine dining venues around the world .”

The Alba White Truffle season officially opens on October 1st, and as is tradition, on the night of September 30th, Alba celebrates the start of the hunt with the Truffle New Year , ushering in a season that is at once agricultural, gastronomic, and spiritual. This symbolic moment of celebration will culminate in Piazza Risorgimento with a toast of Alta Langa DOCG.

The Alba International White Truffle Fair will open its doors to the public on Saturday, October 11th, with entrance to the Cortile della Maddalena from Piazzetta Falcone.

The Alta Langa DOCG wines of the Consortium members will be offered for tasting in the Grande Enoteca within the World Truffle Market, the heart of the Fair.

During over 30 cooking shows (held in the Beppe Fenoglio Hall, where renowned chefs will prepare their own recipes featuring the Alba White Truffle), Piedmontese Alte Bollicine will be paired with gourmet creations inspired by the expert talents of some of the greatest names in national and international cuisine. New this year will be the Tramonti Gourmet: Aperitivi d’Eccellenza (Gourmet Sunsets: Aperitivi d’Eccellenza) , which will enrich the program with a new cooking show format: an elegant Italian aperitivo combining culinary art with the pleasure of toasting. In an intimate and evocative atmosphere, the guest chef will prepare two small gastronomic creations live, designed to accompany a glass of Alta Langa DOCG and an original cocktail made with Vermouth di Torino PGI mixed with Alta Langa DOCG.

On Sunday, October 12th at 3 pm in the Beppe Fenoglio Room, the Alta Langa DOCG workshop will be held, discovering the High Piedmontese Bubbles , a workshop to deepen your knowledge of the Alta Langa DOCG denomination: history, terroir, people and four glasses of Piedmontese bubbles.

Meanwhile, on Sunday, November 16th, again at 3 pm, in the Sala Vittorio Riolfo (and again with access from the Cortile della Maddalena), Alta Langa DOCG will be the protagonist of the Masterclass organized by wine writers Othmar Kiem and Simon Staffler of the specialized magazine Falstaff in collaboration with the Langhe, Monferrato and Roero Tourism Board.

Alta Langa DOCG will also be offered to guests at “Cene Insolite” (Unusual Dinners) , unique occasions where top national and international chefs encounter the Alba White Truffle. These opportunities allow you to discover historic and cultural sites through a guided tour, culminating in a superb dinner prepared by prestigious Michelin-starred chefs (this year, Karime Lopez and Takahiko Kondo – Gucci Osteria*, Matias Perdomo – Contraste*, Gaetano Trovato – Arnolfo Ristorante**, Floriano Pellegrino – Ristorante Bros’*, and Luigi Taglienti).

This year’s edition of the International Alba White Truffle Fair focuses on the value of respect : for the environment and biodiversity that make the Alba White Truffle possible, for the animals involved in the hunt, for the product itself, and for consumers, ensuring quality, authenticity, and transparency. This vision unites territory, tradition, and gastronomic culture in a model of excellence and sustainability recognized worldwide.

From November 22nd to 24th, masterclasses and meetings with authors will explore wine as a key element of identity. Over 200 producers from Italy, Austria, France, Georgia, and Slovenia will participate.

From November 22nd to 24th, 2025, Piacenza will once again be the capital of wine and wine culture with the new edition of the Fiera dei Vini , a market exhibition that will bring together winemakers, experts, professionals, and enthusiasts in the exhibition pavilion. The three-day event will offer guided tastings and literary initiatives, showcasing wine not only as a pleasure in the glass but also as an opportunity to network with over 200 producers from 18 Italian regions, as well as Austria, France, Georgia, and Slovenia. Five masterclasses are scheduled , guiding visitors through the diverse expressions of the European food and wine scene. On Saturday, November 22nd , at 2:00 PM , Bollicine on Stage: Territories and Methods of Italian Toasting will take place, a journey to demonstrate how Italy has become one of the leading players in the global sparkling wine scene. This will be followed at 5:00 PM by Armonie in Rosso: Native Grape Varieties and Landscapes of Italy , an in-depth look at Italy’s great red wines and the lands that preserve their history. On Sunday, November 23rd , at the same time, it will be the turn of Bianchi senza confini: Le identite regionali e il fascina della diversi (Whites without Borders: Regional Identities and the Charm of Diversity ), a discovery of aromatic profiles and territorial peculiarities , and Passioni dolci e passite (Sweet and Dried Passions: Stories and Traditions) , a journey that highlights wines capable of testifying to timeless conviviality. On Monday, November 24th , at 12:00 PM, the focus will shift to extra virgin olive oil, thanks to the tasting entitled Anima Mediterranea: Anima e eccellenza degli oli italiani (Mediterranean Soul: Excellence and Character of Italian Oils), led by Luigi Caricato , editor of the magazine Olio Officina . All masterclasses are by reservation , with a special ticket in addition to the entrance ticket: those on wine cost 15 euros each while the tasting dedicated to oil is offered at the special price of 5 euros .

Alongside the guided tastings, Filari di Libri will also return, the cultural section of the event that intertwines wine, history, and literature. Among the protagonists of the 2025 event will be the book club Viticultura – Where Books Meet Wine. with the special format “If your winery were a book, which one would it be?”, a choral narrative that will give voice to eight winemakers and the stories of their companies. On Saturday, November 22, food and wine journalist Vincenzo D’Antonio will introduce his work Camera con Vigna , dedicated to more than 150 wineries that have chosen to integrate wine tourism with comfortable and elegant charming residences, creating a unique offering of tastings and hospitality. Also as part of Filari di Libri, A Territory of…Wine. A Guide to the Wineries of the Piacenza Hills will be presented, which celebrates the local winemaking heritage and the indissoluble bond with the landscape and naturalistic scenery. The author of this publication is Journalist Robert Gionelli , who traveled through Piacenza’s four main valleys—Val Tidone, Val Trebbia, Val Nure, and Val d’Arda—recorded 170 wineries, chronicling their history, terroir, ancient farming traditions, and the types of wines they produce. The complete program and ticket information are available on the event’s official website .

Piacenza Wine Fair in Brief When : Saturday 22nd, Sunday 23rd, and Monday 24th November 2025 Where : Piacenza Expo Opening Hours : Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am to 7:30 pm – Monday 10:00 am to 4:30 pm Admission : €25.00 including a glass for tastings. Reduced €15.00 for agreements with industry associations. Minors do not pay admission and cannot taste. Parking : Free Useful Info : 1,000 shopping carts available; discounts for visitors to city museums Piacenza Expo Organizing Secretariat: Gregorio Amoretti fieradeivini@piacenzaexpo.it – +39 0523 602711

The town, which has won several Blue Flag awards for its beaches, will showcase its best features. The program includes entertainment and cultural events, guided tastings, visits to local businesses, and cooking demonstrations.

The great event dedicated to wine, food, and Mediterranean culture returns.

From October 3 to 5, 2025, Menfi will transform into an open-air stage for the 27th edition of Inycon, western Sicily’s longest-running event dedicated to quality wine and food. Three days of celebrations highlight the region’s excellent wines, olive oils, food, and culture, in an event that has established itself as one of the most anticipated and defining events of the Sicilian autumn. “Inycon is more than just a wine and food festival ,” says Menfi Mayor Vito Antonio Clemente, ” it’s a true community event, combining tradition, modernity, and culture. The 27th edition is particularly significant because it is part of the process that has seen Sicily recognized as the European Region of Gastronomy 2025 and also celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Menfi DOC, a designation that looks firmly to the future.”
Inycon 2025 strengthens the recognition of Sicily as the European Region of Gastronomy 2025 , promoted by the Regional Department of Agriculture, together with the Municipality of Menfi , the Inycon Foundation , Sistema Vino , Futuris , the local wineries and the entire local community, which has always been the custodian and promoter of the food and wine heritage of the Belìce Valley.
Guided tastings, masterclasses, and meetings with experts will accompany visitors on a journey through thirty years of the Menfi DOC, thanks to presentations by Armando Castagno and Matteo Gallello , who will recount the past and present of the wines bearing the denomination from the Barbera, Mandrarossa, and Planeta wineries. A further opportunity for discussion will be the conference scheduled for Saturday, October 4th, entitled ” Towards the Consortium for the Protection of the Menfi DOC .” Wine will also dialogue with cuisine, thanks to the presence of chefs from the Regional Union of Sicilian Chefs and local chefs who will interpret dishes that blend sea and land, thanks also to the valorization of local fish and the project promoted by the Department of Mediterranean Fisheries. Among those present is Tony Lo Coco , chef of the Michelin-starred restaurant I Pupi in Bagheria and president of La Sicilia di Ulisse , who will conclude the cooking demonstrations in the square on Sunday, October 5th.

” Inycon is the place where tradition and creativity meet ,” emphasizes Agriculture Councilor Franco Gagliano, ” thanks to the passion of our producers and chefs who transform the products of the land and sea into unique experiences. Promoting these excellences means strengthening the identity and economy of our region, always with an eye on innovation and sustainability .”
Among the celebratory moments is the twinning with the City of Imperia , an initiative born to strengthen dialogue and cooperation between two entities united by shared values, visions, and commitments, including environmental protection and a focus on responsible tourism. This initiative is now a focal point for local businesses and a natural evolution of the work carried out by the Menfi community, Cantine Settesoli, and other agricultural and entrepreneurial businesses. Among the new initiatives is the ” Olio su Terra ” project and the participation of the Menfi Olive Oil Community , with tastings, talks, and opportunities for discussion, including the participation of journalist Luigi Caricato .
“ Thanks to wine, the Menfi area has created a strong identity, which today also encompasses olive oil, gastronomy, and, of course, an increasingly quality-oriented tourism ,” emphasizes Francesca Planeta, president of the Inycon Foundation. “Inycon 2025 is the result of teamwork involving institutions, associations, and production communities, to create a broad, high-quality program where guests will always be the protagonists, engaging in a rich array of experiences that Menfi offers year-round .”

New to this edition is the opening of Villa Varvaro , a historic residence in the heart of Menfi, which will host literary meetings, theatrical performances, presentations, and musical events, thanks to the collaboration with the Isola Plurale association, committed to rediscovering Mediterranean identity. Even the littlest ones will be protagonists, with educational workshops, animated readings, masterclasses, and activities designed to introduce the new generations to the culture of food and the region. In the evening, there will be theatrical performances, live music, and entertainment with Sasà Salvaggio (Friday, October 3), I Quaranta che ballano 90 (Saturday, October 4), and the grand finale on Sunday, October 5 with the show ” PHYSIS ,” conceived and directed by Giusy Di Blasi .

« Culture is an integral part of our identity and in Inycon it finds an exceptional stage – highlights the Councillor for Entertainment, Ivan Barreca – We believe in a cultural offering that can involve, excite and enrich all participants, creating interaction between the community, guests and the territory ».

In addition to the events in the city, it will be possible to participate in tours and tastings at local wineries and oil mills , by reservation at participating companies.
Every day, the Food and Wine Village offers exhibitions and tastings of excellent food and wine products, the Expo Village showcases local and Sicilian artisanal products, and traditional and cultural offerings, as well as a Wine Bar and courtyards.