Throughout the month of February, a packed calendar of events will be held in the city’s restaurants and venues, spanning the territories, histories and identities of Piedmont.

In February Turin becomes the stage for a food and wine journey that crosses the territories, stories and identities of Piedmont with the program of events “Waiting for the Salone del Vino Torino 2026” which It brings together restaurants, bistros, and wine bars with cellars, consortia, and producers representing the region’s diverse wine-growing areas.

After the first events in January, the series resumes on Wednesday, February 4th at the Silos Restaurant with “The Creativity of Silos Meets the Wines of Albugnano.” In this event, the restaurant’s modern and creative cuisine interacts with wines promoted by the Enoteca Regionale di Albugnano , guardian of the excellent wines between the Northern Asti area and the Turin hills. These wines are presented through glasses that evoke history, landscapes, and traditions.

The following day, Thursday , February 5th , the Cubique restaurant hosts “The Flavors of Cubique Meet the Glasses of the Ceste Winery.” A tasting of their most iconic dishes, combining the restaurant’s technical and precise cuisine with wines from Ceste , a historic winery in Govone, capable of interpreting the Langhe and Roero with elegance and coherence.

Tuesday, February 10th , it’s Rossorubino ‘s turn, a restaurant and wine bar in the heart of Turin. A casual yet refined setting, where seasonal dishes and a carefully selected wine list complement the guest producer’s stories. The evening will be hosted by Cantina Dellerba, a young, sustainable winery whose wines tell the story of the Pinerolo area and its unique terroir.

On Wednesday, February 11th, the journey moves to the Canavese area with “ Tasting the Territory: Cantina Alberand al Barotto . “ At Barotto , a convivial and welcoming atmosphere, the wines of the Alberand Farm showcase family-run, artisanal viticulture, based on manual harvests and respect for tradition. The menu is à la carte.

On Thursday, February 12th, we return to authentic tradition at Madama Piola , a symbol of Piedmontese cuisine. This special evening is the result of a collaboration with one of the restaurant’s partner wineries, designed to celebrate the profound connection between the region, its cuisine, and the wines that tell its story, in a journey of flavor and sharing.

On Friday, February 13th, at Piola PoDiCiotto , overlooking the Po River and immersed in a convivial and authentic atmosphere, the event “PoDiCiotto nel Cuore delle Langhe” will take place. It will bring together the most authentic Piedmontese cuisine – made up of simple and comforting dishes – and the wines of the Luigi Tosa Farm , a historic winery in the Langhe that cultivates sunny, steep vineyards with an artisanal philosophy deeply rooted in the local area. An evening filled with the scent of home, sharing, and tradition.

On Tuesday, February 17th , Ballatoio Bistrot hosts “Calici in festa: Le More Bianche di Bovio Alessandro al Ballatoio.” Here, simple yet refined cuisine meets the wines of Le More Bianche di Bovio Alessandro , a restaurant that focuses on balance, identity, and authenticity, offering a sincere and direct tasting experience.

On Wednesday, February 18th , in the refined setting of Adelaide!, a restaurant in the heart of Turin, the ” Donne del Vino ” masterclass will be held: a meeting dedicated to the protagonists of the wine scene, including stories, tastings, and female perspectives. The evening will feature three guests: Agnese Caprioli for the Tommaso Cappa winery , Chiara Drocco of Cascina Adelaide , and Eleonora Costa for the Crealto winery.

Thursday, February 19th, is dedicated to Alto Monferrato with “From the Heart of Monferrato: Ovada Wines at the Table” at Antiche Sere . A restaurant that embodies Piedmontese tradition welcomes wines from the Consorzio di Tutela dell’Ovada DOCG , showcasing one of Piedmont’s great reds and learning about its historic vintages.

On Tuesday, February 24th, Rabaré will host “Rabarè X Consorzio Cocconato Riviera del Monferrato.” Contemporary Italian cuisine pairs with wines from the Consorzio Tutela Vini del Cocconato , an expression of a hilly region rich in identity and tradition.

The following day, Wednesday 25 February , Buatta hosts “Isola d’Asti in Calice” , a meeting between rustic and convivial cuisine and the wines of the Isola d’Asti producers , who tell the story of a denomination deeply linked to its history and to the work of local producers.

On Thursday, February 26, the journey continues at Vitel Etonné with the event ” Discovering the Langhe in a Glass .” In a casual yet refined setting, the culinary offering focuses on seasonality, quality ingredients, and artisanal fresh pasta. In this context, contemporary Piedmontese cuisine dialogues with wines promoted by the I Sörì di Diano Association , which promotes the sunniest vineyards of the Langhe as an authentic expression of biodiversity and territorial identity.

The series concludes on Friday, February 27th at Connubio with “Sorsi di Tradizione: Pinerolese al Connubio.” Here, the restaurant’s gastronomic creativity interacts with the wines of the Pinerolese DOC Consortium , which since 1996 has protected and promoted a viticulture rich in native varieties and distinctive styles.

Special appointments

Friday, February 13th, “The Night of Wines of Cantine d’Italia 2026” – Go Wine  

From 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM, at Combo Torino, Go Wine is hosting an OFF event at the Salone del Vino Torino dedicated to the 2026 Cantine d’Italia Guide , featuring a tasting session featuring 20 wineries selected from various Italian regions. An evening of tastings and regional insights, with a special focus on the excellence of Piedmont.

Friday, February 20th, “The Red Night of Barbera”

The Red Night of Barbera , a project conceived and organized by the FEA Association , is a widespread festival of fine wine, excellent food, and plenty of new music. In collaboration with the Salone del Vino , it features music, merenda sinoira (a traditional snack), and top wineries to discover the latest talent in Italian music in a timeless atmosphere. The Red Night is an event to experience, in a pop and modern way, Piedmontese piola, the tradition of merenda sinoira, and the extraordinary Barbera grape.

Wednesday, February 25th “Wine as a Woman” – Masterclass from Combo

“Vino al Femminile” is a masterclass dedicated to companies founded by female entrepreneurs who have chosen to showcase Piedmont through wine: female-run wineries, stories of passion, territory, and vision. A journey through glasses and authentic voices, where wine becomes a symbol of innovation and inclusion. The masterclass will be presented by the Gringhigna winery, which combines sustainability and social inclusion, producing artisanal wines such as Barbera, Dolcetto, and Moscato that celebrate the connection between land and community.

Thursday, February 26th: “Giovani Gavi” – Combo Masterclass

“Giovani Gavi” is a masterclass dedicated to the producers of the Giovani Gavi Association, new and dynamic voices of Gavi DOCG. A tasting journey that recounts a historic territory through contemporary interpretations, combining identity, vision, and shared passion.

For the whole month of February and March 2026

The Royal Route of Turin Wines, in collaboration with the Salone del Vino, the Regional Wine Shop of the Province of Turin, with the involvement of the members of the Wine Shop and the Royal Route, the Municipalities of Pinerolo, Susa, Carema, and Chieri, and the FAI (Castello di Masino), and with the patronage of the Metropolitan City of Turin and the Consortium of Tourist Operators of the Canavese Valleys, has organized ” Discovering the Royal Route of Turin Wines ,” an experience to discover and enhance the region. The program includes five half-day events , each followed by an aperitif featuring wines and local products selected by the Regional Wine Shop for each region. The program is aimed at tour guides and wine lovers and will consist of a series of weekly events between February and March 2026.

The works of art that have immortalized the moment when lovers’ lips meet, and the perfect wines to celebrate love. The romantic selection by Studio Cru.

First come the looks, then the scent and the taste, and finally the magic. We carefully examine our glass and dip our noses in to begin deciphering the secret of what lies within. We raise the glass to our lips for a first taste of the mystery, to determine whether it will be love at first sight or a slow, developing feeling that convinces us sip after sip. Love responds to the same movements. We study the object of our desire, we explore its emotions, we sense its scent, and then the enchantment occurs: we finally encounter the taste of its lips. There is no poet, painter, or sculptor who has not celebrated the kiss, that magical moment that seals the beginning of a love affair. From the romanticism of Hayez to the dreamlike atmospheres of Chagall, passing through the classicism of Canova and the photographs of Doisneau.

Here at Studio Cru, we’re preparing to celebrate Valentine’s Day with nine wines, an aperitif, and ten works of art that immortalize the moment when two lovers’ lips meet in a kiss. Enjoy images and tastings in our dedicated Spotify playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/3X1hY1Le078PciXpMVZ9SO?s​i=Sm0​DA0iK​TCqAc​qLnHx​3TNg

The Kiss , Gustav Klimt ​Oro Asolo Prosecco Superiore Docg – Giusti Wine

A kiss, and everything is tinged with gold: in his work Der Kuss , Gustav Klimt imagines the moment when the lips of a man in love touch the face of a young woman, who abandons herself to the ecstasy of the moment. Everything around the couple becomes a light that illuminates the world suspended in the space of an embrace.

The Kiss , Francesco Hayez Ribolla Gialla Spumante Brut 2021 – Collavini

The Italian Risorgimento transformed into a kiss: Francesco Hayez, in his famous painting, depicts love of country through the union of two young people. The kiss represents Hayez’s figurative power and the highest expression of his art, marking an era. Collavini also introduced the Collavini Method and the first sparkling version of Ribolla Gialla to the history of wine.

Love and Psyche , Antonio Canova ​Uni Toscana Bianco Igt ​ 2024 – Fattoria La Maliosa

In his famous work Cupid and Psyche , Antonio Canova immortalized in marble, making it eternal, the moment in which the god Cupid awakens the beautiful Psyche from a hellish sleep with a sweet kiss.

Marc Chagall’s Birthday Trace of Pink Chiaretto di Bardolino 2022 – Le Fraghe

Marc Chagall transforms the canvas into a world suspended between dream and reality: in “The Birthday,” he celebrates the light and joyful love that floats in the air like bodies, amidst vibrant colors and a dreamlike atmosphere. The two lovers—the artist himself and his wife, Bella Rosenfeld—meet in a delicate and intimate gesture, a kiss that seems to dance between memories and desires.

Diabolik and Eva Kant , AAVV ​Juntos Cannonau di Sardegna Doc Iolei

Even the King of Terror has a heart, and it just so happens to belong to the beautiful Eva Kant. Diabolik, the brainchild of sisters Angela and Luciana Giussani, is a highly skilled thief who almost always succeeds in carrying out his criminal plans.

The Kiss , Pablo Picasso ​Mattj Pinot Grigio Macerato – Roeno

Two lovers kiss, captured in a passionate embrace in which the figures seem to merge with each other: The Kiss by the master Pablo Picasso embodies a sensual dynamism of brushstrokes that seems to transcend the canvas and communicate to the viewer love and beauty in all its forms.

The Kiss , Rodin Plèstina Trasimeno Gamay di Pucciarella

“Love, which pardons no one loved from loving, / seized me with such a strong desire for this one, / that, as you see, it still does not abandon me.” Rodin chose marble to give form to the punished love between Paolo and Francesca.

The Lovers , René Magritte Belladama Romagna Albana Secco DOCG from Ronchi di Castelluccio

The surrealist painter hid countless faces and thoughts behind white sheets. A fetish, a need, or a means of identification immersed in a dreamlike dimension.

Le Baiser de l’hôtel de ville , Robert Doisneau ​Cavadiserpe Terre Siciliane Igt 2019 Mandrarossa

“What I was trying to show was a world where I would feel good, where people would be kind, where I would find the tenderness I hoped to receive. My photo was like proof that such a world can exist.”

Hector and Andromache , Giorgio de Chirico ​UNREPEATABLE! American – Hungrycircle

Giorgio de Chirico transforms the two lovers of the Iliad into faceless mannequins capable of conveying a palpable human warmth, as they embrace each other in an armless embrace, representing an eternal farewell. Their bodies fit together perfectly, the geometries seeking each other as if love could invent new limbs just to stay.

The Umbrian winery cooperative is preparing to participate in Wine Paris, Slow Wine Fair Bologna, and Vinitaly 2026. These major trade fairs will showcase regional winemaking excellence, and this year’s theme is “Umbria: Vineyard Styles.”

Umbria Top, the cooperative of Umbrian wineries, is ready to launch a strategic year of international relations and high-impact market experiences. For 2026, the collective project promoting Umbrian wines in domestic and international markets will kick off with participation in the prestigious Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris , scheduled for February 9-11 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Wine Paris confirms its position as a key global event for operators and producers, a place to do business, meet international buyers, and develop new partnerships. 60,000 visitors, representatives from 155 markets, and a host of 6,000 exhibitors from 60 countries are expected.

” Today, more than ever, our presence at Wine Paris has a symbolic and concrete value ,” says Massimo Sepiacci, President of Umbria Top . ” It’s not just about promoting excellent wines, but about telling the story of a region. This year’s theme, ” Umbria: Vine Styles,” expresses precisely this: every bottle is a fragment of this story, whose protagonists are those who make wine and those who choose it .”

Umbria Top returns to the Parisian show with enthusiasm and determination, in Hall 2.1 Stand D110 , presenting the wines of ten Umbrian wineries emblematic for their territorial identity and winemaking excellence: Antonelli San Marco, Chiorri, Decugnano dei Barbi, Lungarotti, Scacciadiavoli, Terre Margaritelli, Goretti, Le Poggette, Feudi Spada, and Barberani . In addition, wines from Cantina Vetunna and Cantina Vinsentie will be available for tasting.

This year’s guiding theme , “Umbria: Vine Styles,” will be the common thread connecting all the opportunities for discussion, promotion, and communication. This concept plays with the double meaning of the word “vine”—the plant that produces wine and life itself—to illustrate the connection between wine, the precious fruit of labor that combines tradition and respect, and a lifestyle characterized by harmonious rhythms, in a region of hills, wineries, and agricultural traditions.

The theme highlights the quality and variety of Umbrian wines, the sustainability and commitment of producers, and the experience of wine as an expression of a broader way of life, typical of Umbria, based on authentic values, balance, and simplicity. ” The events held at the beginning of the year are extremely strategic for the wine sector ,” says Gioia Bacoccoli, coordinator of Umbria Top , ” because on the one hand they promote new vintages, boost the marketing of great vintages, but above all they encourage people to learn about our products through wine tourism experiences and launch regional rural offerings. This is why we’re focusing on the theme of “Vine Styles”: the harmonious Umbrian way of life must be the calling card for those who choose Umbria as a destination, with the understanding that wine can be the best companion, in a moderate, original, and distinctive way.”

Umbria Top ‘s international journey in 2026 doesn’t stop in Paris. After Wine Paris, many other wine industry events are planned to strengthen the visibility and commercial relations of Umbrian wineries. These include:

• Slow Wine Fair , an international fair dedicated to good, clean, and fair wine, will take place from February 22 to 24, 2026 , at BolognaFiere. It will bring together producers, operators, and enthusiasts around the most sustainable and authentic practices in viticulture.
• Vinitaly 2026 , the historic international wine event in Italy, from 12 to 15 April 2026 in Verona, an unmissable event for the entire wine industry.

Outside Europe, the OCM Vino project is also active for the 14 participating companies that will bring Umbria to 8 international markets: the USA, the United Kingdom, Canada, Switzerland, China, Brazil, Japan and Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam are the target countries of the promotional operations aimed at expanding the market for Umbrian wines.

All Umbria Top events are part of an ever-expanding calendar, which sees Italy and its wine regions increasingly playing a leading role in international dialogue with emerging and established markets.

Luciano Buonfiglio, President of CONI: “The wines selected represent the authentic and diverse expression of Made in Italy, which we want to highlight at Milano Cortina 2026, thanks to the MUSA project.”

Twenty-six wines reflect the great mosaic of biodiversity, representing the main Italian regions.

These are the Made in Italy labels that will be the protagonists of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games (6 – 22 February 2026), present on the wine list of MUSA , the hospitality house set up in Casa Italia (Triennale in Milan, Galleria Farsetti in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Aquagranda in Livigno).

The LT Wine & Food Advisory team , supported by Luciano Ferraro , selected the wines on behalf of CONI according to guidelines that highlight the main denominations and native grape varieties, representing the entire Italian wine economy, from the major national players to the cooperative world and small producers. Each label will be an ambassador for our country before an international audience who will be able to “taste” the excellent biodiversity of the entire regional winemaking landscape that makes Italy unique, along with its cuisine, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Luciano Buonfiglio, CONI President : “ This exquisite selection of wines allows us to toast in the best possible way to the return of the Olympic Games to our country, 20 years after Turin 2006. The wines chosen represent the authentic and diverse expression of Made in Italy, which we want to highlight at Milano Cortina 2026, thanks to the MUSA project. This is a fundamental added value for giving voice, within Casa Italia, to the uniqueness of our tradition through the excellence of Italian products .”

Luciano Ferraro , a leading wine journalist, supported the LT Wine & Food Advisory team in their selection: “As with the selection featured at Casa Italia at the 2024 Paris Olympics, the labels on display at Casa Italia for the Milan-Cortina Olympics best convey the richness, variety, and progress made by Italian wine in recent years. The regions are represented by large producers or small winemakers who share a passion for bringing their wines to the world, in a constant challenge to conquer new markets and new consumers.”

Lorenzo Tersi , CEO of LT Wine & Food Advisory: “In the world of international sporting events, wine acts as a tool for promoting Made in Italy in a mosaic of representation that encompasses the entire winemaking landscape, from large groups to niche producers. Celebratory wine on these occasions thus becomes a moment of cultural diplomacy, conveying the territory where it is born, the history of that label, Italian savoir faire—in short, its uniqueness and authenticity.”

LT Wine & Food Advisory is a boutique consultancy specializing in the wine sector, active in strategy and M&A. A leading company in the Italian wine economy, it boasts extensive experience in the most prestigious sporting events in Italy and internationally. It was the Official Advisory Supplier to Casa Italia for the 2024 Paris Olympics, where it selected the 30 wineries to represent Italy. It also served as Wine Advisor at the 2023 Ryder Cup Italy, the world’s most important golf event hosted in Rome. Among its collaborations, it has worked alongside the Italian Football Federation (in several World Cups) and is the exclusive advisor for Italo Treno as part of the “Italian Winery for Italo” project.

THE WINE SELECTION OF THE 26 LABELS

ABRUZZO

Zaccagnini Winery – Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC Tralcetto 2023

CALABRIA

Librandi – Cirò Rosso Classico DOC Sign 2024

CAMPANIA

Feudi di San Gregorio – Greco di Tufo DOCG 2024

EMILIA ROMAGNA

Caviro Winery – Romagna DOC Sangiovese Superiore Riserva Vigneti Romio 2021

Tenuta Masselina – Romagna Albana DOCG dry 2024

Venturini Baldini – Reggiano Lambrusco Sparkling DOP Rubino del Cerro 2024

FRIULI VENEZIA GIULIA

Torre Rosazza – Friuli Colli Orientali DOC Friulano 2024

Lazio

Casale del Giglio – Lazio Bianco IGT Bellone Anthium 2025

LOMBARDY

Cà Maiol – Lugana DOC Prestige 2024

Nino Negri – Valtellina Superiore DOCG Inferno Ca’ Guicciardi 2021

MARCHE

Villa Bucci – Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC Classico Superiore 2024

PIEDMONT

Cascina Gilli – Freisa D’Asti DOC Il Forno 2024

L’Astemia – Barolo DOCG Cannubi 2021

PUGLIA

Fantini – Five Natives Edition 23

Tormaresca – Rosato IGT Salento Calafuria 2025

SARDINIA

Sella & Mosca – Vermentino di Sardegna DOC Cala Reale 2025

SICILY

Cottanera – Etna DOC Rosso 2023

TUSCANY

Frescobaldi – Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Tenuta CastelGiocondo 2020

Marchesi Antinori – Toscana Rosso IGT Villa Antinori 2023

Tenuta Sette Ponti – Tuscan Red IGT Crognolo 2023

TRENTINO-ALTO ADIGE

Elena Walch – Alto Adige DOC Pinot Bianco Kristallberg 2023

Mezzacorona – Teroldego Rotaliano Superiore Riserva DOC Castel Firmian 2022

Tenute Lunelli – Trentino Chardonnay DOC Villa Margon 2021

UMBRIA

Todini Winery – Umbria Rosso IGT Rubro 2022

VENETO

Diesel Farm – Breganze DOC Rosso di Rosso 2016

Easter Vineyards and Cellars – Valpolicella Ripasso DOC Superiore Black Label 2023