The tasting tables were a success, the masterclasses were packed, and the dinners sold out. Everything is ready for the upcoming evenings, with special guests and exclusive events.

Until Sunday 14th at Piazza di Siena, Villa Borghese.

Vinòforum 2025 is off to a remarkable start. The Roman event’s debut received a warm welcome, drawing large attendance and enthusiastic attendance during the first two evenings, once again confirming its role as a key hub for the food and wine sector. A grand opening ceremony began with the ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by the Honorable Angelo Rossi, Advisor to Minister Lollobrigida for Institutional Relations; Giancarlo Righini, Councilor for Budget, Economic Planning, Agriculture and Food Sovereignty, Hunting and Fishing, Parks and Forests (Lazio Region); Massimiliano Raffa , President of ARSIAL; and Sabrina Alfonsi , Department of Environment, Agriculture, Environment, and Waste Management of Rome.

“Bringing greetings from the Minister, I would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the Vinòforum organizers and all the institutions present ,” emphasized the Honorable Angelo Rossi, Advisor to Minister Lollobrigida for Institutional Relations . “ With a total turnover of 14 billion euros and 8 billion in exports in 2024, the wine sector confirms its role as a fundamental asset for our country. Its strategic importance lies both in the economic results achieved and in its irreplaceable cultural value, a dual significance that here at Vinòforum constitutes the heart of the narrative.”

“I thank and congratulate the Vinòforum team for creating this incredibly high-quality space, capable of representing our country’s excellence and enhancing the regional territory,” said Giancarlo Righini, Councilor for Budget, Economic Planning, Agriculture and Food Sovereignty, Hunting and Fishing, Parks and Forests (Lazio Region). ” This is a great opportunity to give a voice to the producers who have been investing with seriousness, passion, and expertise for years, and who today finally see their commitment recognized and rewarded.”

“This year, 25 regional companies will be present, an increase that demonstrates the growing confidence of producers in our promotional project, which is increasingly forward-looking with a major internationalization effort planned for 2026,” continued Massimiliano Raffa, President of ARSIAL. “The goal is to reach areas of the world where Lazio is still little-known, while at the same time continuing to be active locally. Rome, in fact, has always been a strategic location for our businesses: through Vinòforum, we want to encourage collaboration between the manufacturing and restaurant sectors, a crucial step in the consolidation and growth of the Lazio Model.”

“We’re back again this year at Vinòforum, an event we wholeheartedly support as it represents a truly valuable opportunity for all industry professionals, ” concluded Sabrina Alfonsi, Department of Environment, Agriculture, Environment, and Waste Management of Rome Capitale. “It confirms itself as the most important food and wine event in our region and central Italy, shining a spotlight on the city of Rome and its excellence.”

The institutional speeches were followed by the words of Emiliano De Venuti, organizer and CEO of Vinòforum : “We are thrilled to inaugurate this new edition, which continues to be the fruit of collaboration and a shared vision with the institutional representatives of the Region and the Municipality. We are particularly grateful for their active participation in every phase of the event, and we continue to move forward together, all in the same direction, united by the desire to promote the culture of good food and good wine.”

A special opening that then gave way to all the events and formats of this 22nd edition. The Night Dinners continue under the banner of excellence: on Wednesday the 11th, Paolo Gramaglia of the President Restaurant in Pompeii, one of the most important stars of Campanian cuisine, will take the stage, presenting a menu inspired by “The Gladiator.” On Thursday the 11th, the program continues with Christian Belli of Affinity Kitchen & Alchemy Restaurant. and his dishes from around the world, accompanied by scenes from “The Flavor of Happiness.” On the Pizza D’Autore dinner side, on Wednesday it will be the turn of Ciro Salvo, the face of 50 kalò (Naples – Rome), who will meet Adriano Albanesi, the great master of Albanesi- il forno delle meraviglie (Rome); on Thursday there will be a six-handed dinner with Claudio Abbate of Abbate Leggerezza Rivoluzionaria (Giugliano – Lusciano), Manolo Albano of Antica Meso Tola (Meana Sardo), and Mauro Mari of Panificio Mari (Montefiascone).

The Temporary Restaurant calendar also continues: Enrico Braghese of Zi Rico (Palestrina), Otello Evangelista of Casa Maggiolina (Rome) and Pietro Adragna of Anni e Bicchieri (Rome) will bring the best of Roman cuisine during Wednesday evening, while on Thursday there will be Daniele Mochi of Cantina Simonetti (Frascati), Paolo D’Ercole of Scima (Rome) and two friends and colleagues Marco Di Venere and Federico Compagnucci of the restaurant Mafè Osteria Moderna (Rome).

After the great response to the first two evenings, the next Top Tasting events are eagerly awaited, with two sessions focusing on the world of spirits and beer. Wednesday the 10th features a journey through Caribbean Rums, an unmissable experience exploring the history and sensory nuances of this fascinating craft, from lighter rums to more aged versions. Thursday the 11th features ” The Art of Beer ,” an in-depth exploration of the world of craft beer, exploring the most iconic styles. Other unmissable events include masterclasses organized by the Spanish Tourist Board , a focus on Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Evoo School, meetings with the Amici del Toscano Club , and exclusive dinners at Anima, The Rome EDITION’s signature restaurant.

Teroldego meets Syrah: the fourth edition blends taste, culture, and conviviality.

On Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October 2025, the program will be enriched with wine talks, thematic insights, and collateral events.

Incontri Rotaliani is growing and renewing itself: the wine and cultural event organized by the Piana Rotaliana Königsberg Tourist Consortium , with the patronage of the Municipalities of Mezzolombardo, Mezzocorona, and San Michele all’Adige (Trento), returns on Saturday, October 25th and Sunday, October 26th, 2025, with a program that combines tastings, insights, and moments of conviviality . The 2025 edition will feature the native Teroldego Rotaliano , Syrah from the regions of Cortona (Arezzo), and and Côte Rôtie in the Rhone Valley.

On Saturday, October 25th , at 10:00 a.m., the Teatro San Pietro in Mezzolombardo hosts the wine talk “ Wine and Landscape: Stories of Vines, Roots, and Authentic Territories – Conversations between Piana Rotaliana, Cortona, Etna, and Burgundy ,” moderated by Luciano Ferraro , editor-in-chief of Corriere della Sera . This open discussion between producers, experts, and institutional figures intertwines stories of grape varieties, territorial identities, and new perspectives for collaboration. Admission is free and open to all. In the afternoon, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Cantina Martinelli hosts a walk-around tasting, featuring over 40 wines and spirits, including Teroldego Rotaliano and Syrah from the guest regions, accompanied by samples of local food products and grappa-based cocktails. The day concludes at 8:00 pm at Cantina Rotari with the dinner “Incontri di gusto: tre territori nel piatto” (Incontri di gusto: three territories on the plate) , a culinary journey that unites Trentino, Tuscany, and France in a new and surprising menu, enhanced in each course by music and pairings with different wines.

Sunday, October 26th, is entirely dedicated to wine labs , including guided tastings and themed discussions. The first event is at 10:00 a.m. at Cantina Rotaliana with “Territorial Hunt: Blind Tasting of Syrah and Teroldego ,” an experience led by wine educator and sommelier Adua Villa , who invites participants to recognize and compare different terroirs and wines. This will be followed at 11:15 a.m. at Azienda Agricola Foradori with “Common Roots, Different Expressions: A Dialogue Between Teroldego and Syrah,” with Professor Attilio Scienza , exploring the grape varieties’ genetic similarities and expressive differences, highlighting how the ampelographic context influences the wine. At 12:30 pm, Cantina Dorigati hosts Teroldego Reloaded: young producers share their stories over glasses of wine and food tastings . This workshop is hosted by local producers, led by Roberto Anesi , wine educator and Best Sommelier of Italy 2017, who share their vision for the future of this grape variety. In the afternoon, the journey continues at 2:00 pm with Time Capsule: Teroldego Yesterday and Today , a tasting at the Edmund Mach Foundation Winery led by Divina Vitale , journalist and Gambero Rosso contributor, who compares past and present vintages to capture the evolution of the grape variety over time. At 3:00 pm, the event moves to the Bertagnolli Distillery for The Unexpected Encounter: Grappa, Cheese, and Cigar Tastings , where Francesco Bruno Fadda , curator of the Spirito Autoctono guide, will lead you on a discovery of this pure grappa, highlighting its characteristics through pairings with local cheeses and cigars. The day concludes at 4:15 pm at Cantina Endrizzi with Teroldego & Syrah: a journey through Piana Rotaliana, Cortona, and Côte Rôtie , a discussion led by sommelier and journalist Andrea Gori to showcase two varietals from different yet similar terroirs. Each wine lab has a limited number of participants and costs €25 if purchased in advance by October 15th, or €30 thereafter.

Finally, to experience wine in more intimate, creative and informal contexts, during Sunday it will be possible to participate in various Wine Experience . Among the many activities offered, you can discover, through a guided tour with headphones, the legendary history behind Cantina Donati’s Teroldego Sangue di Drago , savor Albert’s pizza paired with glasses of Teroldego Rosato at the De Vescovi Ulzbach winery, or immerse yourself in the intersection of wine and art at the De Vigili winery. Different experiences that blend conviviality, culture, and flavor, offering different perspectives on experiencing the region.

Más de 800 bodegas, 21 restaurantes temporales con lo mejor de la cocina romana, 60 chefs de toda Italia, los grandes maestros de la pizza y todos los eventos de las dos primeras noches.

Se levanta el telón para el Vinòforum 2025. La Piazza di Siena se transforma en un escenario único para el sabor, donde más de 800 bodegas, 60 chefs y maestros pizzeros, la prensa, destacados expertos en vinos y aficionados se reúnen para celebrar los mejores productos de Italia. Desde clásicos culinarios hasta encuentros con los mejores productores italianos, desde cenas exclusivas dirigidas por chefs hasta lo mejor de la pizza, el aceite de oliva virgen extra y las bebidas espirituosas, este es un calendario de eventos imperdibles para vivir en el corazón verde de la capital.

«Ha llegado el momento que estábamos esperando. Productores, chefs y todos los artesanos del gusto están listos para compartir sus historias y celebrar la gran excelencia de nuestro país con una narrativa nueva y enriquecedora», afirma Emiliano De Venuti, organizador y director ejecutivo de Vinòforum . « Vinòforum es más que un festival de comida y vino: nos espera una semana verdaderamente cautivadora, centrada en las historias de quienes contribuyen a la excelencia de los productos de nuestro país cada día. El diálogo, el intercambio, la cultura y el placer de la degustación crean una experiencia que une y entusiasma a todos, desde el público en general hasta los profesionales del sector, todo ello realzado por la atmósfera evocadora de la Piazza di Siena, que, desde el atardecer, ofrece un escenario precioso».

Se podrán degustar más de 3200 etiquetas, representativas del patrimonio vitivinícola italiano y de las regiones más fascinantes del panorama vinícola internacional. A ellas se unirán importantes consorcios de la región del Lacio y figuras destacadas de diversas regiones, como el Consorcio Friuli DOC , la Región ARSAC-Calabria , el Consorcio del Vino Piceni , la Ciudad de San Benedetto del Tronto , la Strada del Barolo y los Grandes Vinos de la Langa.

Entre los eventos más esperados de la semana, del lunes 8 de septiembre al domingo 14 de septiembre, estará The Night Dinner , cenas de autor con chefs de primer nivel que crearán menús inspirados en el mundo del cine. El programa se inaugurará el lunes 8 con Alfonso Crisci del Ristorante Oltremare en Maiori, con un menú degustación dedicado a la cocina mediterránea y los sabores del marisco, ambientado en las escenas de la película “Quanto Basta”. El martes 9, será el turno de Koji Nakai del Ristorante Nakai en Roma, que traerá los aromas, las técnicas y la esencia de la cocina japonesa al corazón de la capital, ambientado en las escenas de “Mangiare bere uomo donna”. Todos los platos se maridarán con vinos seleccionados por Dalle Vigne , una red de distribución nacional de primera calidad. Además de estos eventos, se celebrarán las noches de Pizza D’Autore, organizadas en colaboración con Molino Casillo, que contarán con la presencia de maestros de la repostería (pizzeros y panaderos) y sus menús elaborados conjuntamente. El lunes por la noche se reunirán Leonardo Lanza de Sfizio (Roma) y Francesco Arena de Arena Mastrofornaio (Mesina), mientras que el martes estarán presentes Gabriele Paradiso de Santini Bistrot (Roma) y Marco Lattanzi de Il Toscano Panificio (Corato). Sus pizzas se maridarán con cerveza Leffe Abbey en las variedades Rouge, Blonde, Ritual, Triple y Ambree.

Vinòforum muestra lo mejor de la cocina romana y del Lacio en sus restaurantes temporales , con tres chefs de Roma y de toda la región cada día. La primera velada contará con Flavio Pulicati de N’Antro Bistrot y L’Oste della Bon’Ora (Roma), Giuseppe Milana del restaurante Giù Upside Down (Roma) y Alessandro Bizzotti de JappoRomano (Roma). El martes 9 contarán con Riccardo Ulsi de La Bottega Frascatana (Frascati), Ciro Alberto Cucciniello de Carter Oblio (Roma) y Franklin García de Garden Ristò (Roma).

Los protagonistas de cada velada son las mejores expresiones de la vitivinicultura nacional e internacional dentro de las Top Tastings, las Catas exclusivas dirigidas por sumilleres expertos de AIS Lazio comenzarán a las 21:30 h con el evento “Los Mejores Vinos Blancos Italianos”, un recorrido por Piamonte, Friuli, Toscana y Campania, que presentará las obras maestras más galardonadas de la vinificación blanca italiana. Continuará el martes 9 con la cata ” Tesoros de Valpolicella “, que revelará las expresiones vinícolas más importantes de esta preciosa región. Las clases magistrales continúan en Casa Barolo , que abrirá sus puertas cada noche para que los visitantes exploren el fascinante mundo de las Langhe con una doble cata guiada de las mejores etiquetas de la denominación y las variedades de uva más emblemáticas de la región.

En Vinòforum, también podrá viajar más allá de las fronteras con los eventos organizados por la Oficina Española de Turismo, un auténtico recorrido para descubrir la historia, las variedades de uva y las regiones vinícolas más fascinantes de este país. Tampoco se pierda las cenas exclusivas en Anima, el restaurante insignia de The Rome EDITION, con el chef Antonio Gentile y sus platos maridados con excelentes champanes; las catas y cursos intensivos sobre aceite de oliva virgen extra organizados por la Escuela de AOVE ; y las reuniones del Club Amici del Toscano.

El proyecto Acqua Orsini – Gotas de Excelencia regresa este año con cenas con espectáculo exclusivas para profesionales del sector, donde chefs y bármanes se reúnen e intercambian ideas, ofreciendo experiencias únicas. En el Espacio Acqua Orsini, cada evento promete una experiencia culinaria extraordinaria, donde la excelencia y la pasión se fusionan para ofrecer lo mejor de la gastronomía tradicional y la coctelería.

Con Orsini, Vinòforum inaugura también su primer Soda Bar , donde los Sodas Orsini serán los protagonistas de una mixología contemporánea a lo grande, dedicada a todos los apasionados.

FESTIVAL OF FESTIVALS AND BARBERA D’ASTI WINE FESTIVAL.

With the arrival of autumn, the Barbera d’Asti and Monferrato Wines Consortium presents a calendar of events that will see Asti, with its squares and palaces, become the center of a series of events celebrating Asti and Piedmontese wines for ten days. In September, the spotlight will be on the Douja d’Or (September 12-21) , which will see the Consortium take center stage in Piazza San Secondo , in a space managed in synergy with the Langhe Monferrato Roero Tourism Board , with tastings, meetings, and in-depth sessions that will bring the public closer to the winemaking soul of Monferrato.

” The Consortium’s participation in the Douja d’Or confirms its ongoing commitment to promoting and enhancing its protected designations, an authentic expression of a region uniquely suited to winemaking, ” says President Vitaliano Maccario. ” The Douja is a celebration open to all, bringing together enthusiasts, families, young people, and professionals in a shared experience of culture, flavor, and conviviality, which strengthens the international visibility of Monferrato’s excellence .”

As part of the Douja d’Or, the Consortium will host several key events. Wednesday, September 17th, will feature “Barbera and Monfrà. Flavors of Piedmont,” in collaboration with Coldiretti Asti. The star of the show will be Monfrà , a Piedmontese sandwich created in 2015 to showcase local produce and the region, which over the years has become a symbol of local conviviality. For the occasion, Chef Domenico Sorrentino will create a special version dedicated to the Douja d’Or, served with a glass of Barbera d’Asti DOCG.

On Friday, September 19th, the “Cocktail in red” event will see Nicola Mancinone guide the public through the surprising mixological interpretations of Barbera, but not only that, a new proposal based on Grignolino will also be presented.

On Sunday 21 September, the rich programme will continue from 10:00 to 12:00 with a talk entitled ” Piedmontese Breed between Origins, Sustainability and Taste ” by Coldiretti, after which it will be possible to taste some dishes based on this Italian excellence paired with the Consortium’s wines; a synergy of flavours that are symbols of the Asti and Piedmont regions.

Finally, the prestigious headquarters of the Asti Chamber of Commerce in Piazza Medici will host two masterclasses dedicated to the Barbera grape , led by expert Costantino Gabardi, who will explore its characteristics, versatility, and evolution. The two events will conclude with a tasting of Roccaverano DOP cheese, a combination that will take guests on a journey through the aromas, flavors, and charm of the region.

In addition to these events, a tasting stand with labels from member producers will be available throughout the event, offering the public a complete overview of the denominations protected by the Consortium.

All information on the events calendar and how to book individual appointments are available on the website: https://www.doujador.it/

September will also feature the Festival delle Sagre (September 13-14), a highly anticipated event that annually brings thousands of visitors to Asti, attracted by the grand parade and the opportunity to taste wines from the Consortium and its member companies. For the occasion, the Consortium will be present with a stand in the center of the Campo del Palio square , the beating heart of the event, where the public can discover and appreciate the various protected appellations through a dedicated tasting stand.

Autumn will continue with the Barbera d’Asti Wine Festival, scheduled for November (November 9-10), when the colors of the hills, the autumnal atmosphere, and the scent of truffles create the ideal setting to celebrate Barbera and the wines of Monferrato. The Douja d’Or, Festival delle Sagre, and Barbera d’Asti Wine Festival are three distinct yet interconnected events, capable of transforming wine into an experience, a celebration, and an opportunity for socializing, reinforcing the dynamic and welcoming image of Monferrato.