The program, created to showcase to the press, industry professionals, and enthusiasts two excellences that have refined and acquired complexity over the years, continues in Germany, France, and Italy.

Time isn’t just a measure of waiting: for the Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium and the Consortium for the Protection of Valpolicella Wines, it’s an integral part of quality.

Two products that are symbols of Italy’s agricultural and food heritage. As they evolve and mature, they not only maintain their characteristics intact but also acquire complexity, depth, and value.

This is the underlying theme of the second year of D’OPERA – Quality Heritage of Europe , the three-year program co-financed by the European Union dedicated to promoting Parmigiano Reggiano and Valpolicella wines. After a stop in Düsseldorf at ProWein —with an off-site walk-around tasting and two workshops at the fair at the Consorzio per la Tutela dei Vini Valpolicella stand, led by Claudia Stern (Vinum) and Bettina Meetz (trainer at the Accademia Parmigiano Reggiano)—the 2026 calendar continues with three events in France and Italy aimed at industry professionals, trade press, and enthusiasts, in collaboration with Signorvino.

On Tuesday, March 24 , at the Signorvino store on Place St. Michel in Paris , two masterclasses for the press and industry professionals, led by wine critic Gabrielle Vizzavona and Fabrice Gour , a consultant specializing in French market development for the Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium, and a walk-around tasting open to the public will explore the history, territories, and production methods of the two PDOs in an international context. The focus of the meeting will be the role of time as a distinctive element in the maturing of Parmigiano Reggiano, as well as in the evolution of Valpolicella wines.

On Wednesday, April 8th, at the Signorvino headquarters in Milan ‘s Garibaldi district, sommelier and wine communicator Adua Villa and taster and expert “battere” Alessandro Stocchi will guide professionals and the press on a sensory journey through five wines and three different ages in each workshop. The first session is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. and will be accompanied by a dish prepared by the Signorvino kitchen; the second session will be held at 3:30 p.m.

“Parmigiano Reggiano has developed one of its distinctive characteristics over time, through the maturing process that defines its aromas and structure,” says Nicola Bertinelli , President of the Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium. “Pairing it with Valpolicella wines allows us to convey the value of the PDO designations and the unique connection with their territories of origin to an ever-wider audience.”

The tour will conclude on Tuesday, June 9th in Rome , at the new Signorvino venue in the historic center, with a format reminiscent of the Milanese one: two workshops, at 11:30 am and 5:30 pm, dedicated to exploring the aging and pairings of Parmigiano Reggiano and Valpolicella wines. From 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, a walk-around tasting, also open to the public, will offer the opportunity to experience firsthand how time contributes to the sensory richness and complexity of both these excellent products. Registration is available at the following link: www.eventbrite.it/e/dopera-a-roma-vini-della-valpo​licel​la-pa​rmigi​ano-r​eggia​no-ti​ckets​-1984​56322​5029.

“The second year of the D’OPERA project represents an important step in consolidating the dialogue on two iconic products of the Italian appellations,” says Christian Marchesini , President of the Consortium for the Protection of Valpolicella Wines. “The 2026 meetings will focus on the value of time, an element shared by our wines and Parmigiano Reggiano .”

D’OPERA is a three-year program co-financed by the European Union that aims to increase awareness of Valpolicella wines and Parmigiano Reggiano through training activities, tastings, and informational events, highlighting the region, production methods, and certified quality.

Monforte d’Alba, Saturday, March 28th and Sunday, March 29th Fashion Venue – Palazzo Martinengo.

The Great Terroirs of Barolo are back, the initiative created by Go Wine and now in its seventeenth edition , scheduled for Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March 2026 in Monforte d’Alba , one of the most important centres of the Barolo Langa.

The event will once again be held in the elegant rooms of Palazzo Martinengo – Moda Venue (Via Cavour, 10), in the historic center of the town.

The event confirms and strengthens its distinctive character: an opportunity to learn more about Barolo and its territory , with the Additional Geographical Indications (MGA) at its centre, to tell – through tasting – the different souls of the denomination.

A journey that highlights wineries that produce Barolo under multiple labels, expressing different crus, sites, and parts of the territory , extolling the soul and uniqueness of Nebbiolo and interpreting its diversity as a richness that invites a deeper understanding of the greatness of this wine.

A TARGETED EVENT, BETWEEN TASTING AND TERRITORY

The 2026 edition is intended as a sort of preview of the new vintage in the area , maintaining a tried and tested formula that in recent editions has seen growing participation and interest.

A targeted and, in its own way, exclusive event, which aims to:

• communicate the peculiarities of the different crus
• to make tasters and the public reflect on the importance of the land-territory factor
• enhance direct meetings with producers
• Invite experts and wine enthusiasts to spend a weekend in the Langhe, enjoying tastings, winery visits, and exploring the region.

HERE IS A FIRST LIST OF THE WINERIES

PROTAGONISTS OF THE EVENT

(updates in the next few days)

ANNA MARIA ABBONA – Farigliano

BOASSO – Serralunga d’Alba SILVANO BOLMIDA – Monforte d’Alba CASCINA CHICCO – Canale FORTEMASSO – Monforte d’Alba

LA BIOCA – Monforte d’Alba L”ASTEMIA – Barolo MANZONE GIAN PAOLO – Serralunga d’Alba PALLADINO – Serralunga d’Alba PIAZZO COMM. ARMANDO – Alba

PORRO GUIDO – Serralunga d’Alba

REVA – Monforte d’Alba

REVERDIT – La Morra

SAN BIAGIO – La Morra SORDO GIOVANNI Agricultural Company – Castiglione Falletto

The Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Consortium is the special guest of the event.

The Consortium of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano will be the special guest of I Grandi Terroir del Barolo, with a special focus on the recently established Pievi project.

The historical study of the geology and geography of the area led to the identification of 12 zones, defined in the UGA (Additional Geographic Units) production specification, the same ones prefixed on the label with the mention “Pieve”.

A theme that will naturally dialogue with the Additional Geographical Mentions of Barolo: in Montepulciano too, the story of wine passes through an increasingly precise interpretation of the territory’s diverse identities.

During the event, a selection of wines representative of the various Pievi will be offered, offering the public an interesting comparison between two great Italian appellations united by the desire to place the territory at the center as a distinctive element.

THE PROGRAM

• Tasting tables and meetings with the wineries. A first list will be in the next newsletter.
• In-depth Masterclass , also on previous vintages A Master on Barolo (Saturday 28 March), with lessons, thematic itineraries and tastings
• Winery visits and accommodation options in the area
• Food and wine pairings in local restaurants

This edition will also see the introduction, on an experimental basis, of a small shop dedicated to “I Grandi Terroir del Barolo” , which will allow the public to purchase a selection of Barolos tasted during the event.

Three days of tastings, meetings, and direct sales will take place in the Emilian capital. Registration for companies is now open on the event website.

From November 14 to 16, 2026, Piacenza Expo will host the fourth edition of the Fiera dei Vini , a market exhibition dedicated to the discovery of wine regions and producers from across Italy and Europe. Companies interested in exhibiting can already submit their registration on the website: www.fieradeivini.it; requests will be evaluated by the technical committee, established from the beginning to ensure the quality of exhibitors, in collaboration with the organizing secretariat. The exhibition scheduled in the Emilian capital is a recognized event in the trade fair calendar, accompanying operators and wine lovers on a wine journey made up of meetings , tasting tables , and direct purchasing opportunities. During the event, it will be possible to purchase the wines tasted thanks to a proven and functional format , born right in Piacenza, which focuses on the visitor experience and dialogue with the producer. The easily accessible spaces , the convenience of ample free parking , and the strategic location of the city are the strengths of the market exhibition.

“We’re already working on the next edition of our Wine Fair , which will introduce important innovations to define an increasingly clear identity: initiatives designed to strengthen a consolidated model and develop communication aimed at young enthusiasts and new distribution channels,” explains Gregorio Amoretti , event manager. “We want this event to stand out on the national scene as a place for spontaneous connections between producers and visitors, where wine can be discussed in a direct and accessible way. The goal is to build a recognizable offering that highlights the territories and the winemakers’ stories and keeps quality, accessibility, and concrete commercial opportunities at its core.”

The first two days will be dedicated mainly to enthusiasts , while Monday will offer specific activities for operators in the commercial and HoReCa sectors , strengthening the B2B dimension of the event.

Piacenza Wine Fair in Brief When : Saturday 14, Sunday 15, and Monday 16 November 2026 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. Accompanied minors do not pay admission and cannot taste. Parking : Free Useful Info : 1,000 shopping carts available; discounts for visitors to city museums

The festival dedicated to Vernaccia di San Gimignano returns with its fourth edition, celebrating the historic “White Queen” in its territory: a weekend full of tastings, masterclasses, widespread events and entertainment.

Following the success of last year’s edition, which attracted approximately 1,500 wine lovers , Regina Ribelle – Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Fest returns from May 30th to 31st 2026. The festival dedicated to the famous Tuscan white wine, organized and promoted by the Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Consortium in collaboration with the Municipality of San Gimignano , takes on a particular historical significance, celebrating the 750th anniversary of the first documented attestation of Vernaccia di San Gimignano and the 60th anniversary of the granting of the DOC . This edition, while reflecting a centuries-old history, aims to continue to engage with the contemporary world, renewing the narrative of the denomination through languages, experiences, and content of great interest to consumers and enthusiasts, who are increasingly attentive to the identity, authenticity, and culture of the territory. The calendar will be packed with events, with initiatives spread throughout the historic center of San Gimignano : traveling tastings , themed masterclasses , meetings with producers , and workshops dedicated to food and wine pairing , in dialogue with Tuscan gastronomic excellence and the offerings of local restaurateurs. There will also be opportunities for cultural exploration and entertainment, including a captivating evening DJ set in the enchanting setting of the Rocca di Montestaffoli . As every year, the public days will be preceded by two days— May 28th and 29th —dedicated to the national and international press , with the presentation of new vintages, conferences, and tours of local wineries.