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.

A n itinerary to discover a unique territory with visits to wineries, flavors andlandscapes.

Great anticipation is building for the twenty-fourth edition of Profumi di Mosto , the multi-day event celebrating the grape harvest through a unique itinerary of wines, flavors, and landscapes in the Valtènesi region. A journey along the Brescia shore of Lake Garda, visiting twenty-five wineries that will open their doors to guide visitors through an extraordinary region, where the Mediterranean microclimate meets hills and villages suspended between the lake and the sky. On the hills between Desenzano and San Felice del Benaco, through the inland towns (Calvagese, Bedizzole, and Puegnago) and the coastal towns (Moniga, Manerba, and Padenghe), guests will be led on an experiential tour to discover wines produced primarily with the native Groppello and Tuchì grape varieties.

” Profumi di Mosto represents a special moment for us: we open the doors of our cellars and the surrounding area to welcome those who wish to experience Valtènesi and its winemaking vocation up close, ” says Paolo Pasini , President of the Valtènesi Consortium. ” This land, suspended between the lake and the hills, preserves a tradition that translates into refined wines deeply rooted in their place of origin. Each glass reflects the Mediterranean character of the Garda Riviera and the work of our producers: a heritage we want to share with those seeking authentic, quality experiences .”

At each winery, participants will find three wines for tasting, paired with a food tasting designed to highlight their aromas and distinctive character. You can freely create your own itinerary or follow one of the three-stop themed tours, designed to showcase the diverse aspects of the Valtènesi, from the lakeside views to the inland hills. Nine tours: bay leaves, basil, lemon verbena, marjoram, lemon balm, oregano, rosemary, sage, and thyme, each with unique characteristics that reflect the identities of the wineries.

The 2025 edition also features an exclusive event: those who purchase a ticket for two wineries or a three-stage tour will have access to a special tasting day on October 19th at the Casa del Vino , where all the labels of the Valtènesi denomination will be offered for tasting. This is a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the wines that best convey the history, memory, and identity of this noble and profound land.

Participating in Profumi di Mosto means enjoying a truly sensory experience: the aromas of must and wine blend with the flavors of traditional cuisine, in the unique atmosphere of the grape harvest amidst the hills and views of Lake Garda. It’s an invitation to slow tourism, a relaxed journey from winery to winery that allows you to discover unique villages and landscapes, savoring the region firsthand. But above all, it’s an opportunity to connect with a local area: not just tastings, but also direct encounters with producers, the exchange of stories and values, the discovery of traditional products, and the authentic hospitality that makes Valtènesi a place to experience with all your senses.

Reservations are already open and all information is available on the official website www.profumidimosto.it

Terre d’Aenòr and Peserico: emotions to taste, elegance to wear.

On the occasion of Milan Fashion Week SS 2026, an unprecedented dialogue between fashion and wine began yesterday: Peserico and Terre d’Aenòr combined their excellence in a collaboration that celebrates Italian tailoring art and winemaking savoir-faire.

In the enchanting setting of Franciacorta, where nature and tradition intertwine in a balance of beauty and dedication, Terre d’Aenòr was born: a 100% organic winery founded in 2018 by Eleonora Bianchi, who transformed her vision into a winemaking project capable of combining sustainability, quality, and creativity. Her wines thus become ambassadors of an authentic lifestyle, founded on respect for the land and the pursuit of excellence.

Similarly, Peserico’s SS26 Aurea collection enchanted the public, drawing inspiration from the enchantment of nature awakening, following the perfect rhythm of darkness and light, sun and rain, stillness and activity. This philosophy is expressed in the timeless elegance of its collections, where each piece reflects Italian sartorial style, the fruit of a history and tradition deeply rooted in the region.

Sealing this union and accompanying the SS26 Aurea Collection fashion show was Terre d’Aenòr’s Franciacorta Extra Brut Millesimato , an elegant and sophisticated sparkling wine that symbolizes the intersection of taste and style. A wine that, like a Peserico dress, preserves purity and balance, transforming every sip into an experience of beauty.

Two different worlds, yet guided by the same harmony: for Terre d’Aenòr, it’s the result of caring for each grape, from the vineyard to the cellar; for Peserico, quality is the result of the sartorial style of its collections. Fashion and wine have thus proven to be parallel languages, united by common values: refinement, sustainability, and authentic Made in Italy.

Yesterday’s show wasn’t just a fashion show, but a true manifesto of beauty and style, where the pleasures of taste and elegance merged into a single sensory experience.

“Southern wines meet the European market”.

The renewed event , in collaboration with the Fiko restaurant, journalist Fred Nijhuis, and Radici del Sud , who spare no effort to contribute to the knowledge and dissemination of Southern Italian wines, will be held from October 21 to 23, 2025, at journalist Fred Nijhuis’s tasting room in the municipality of Tuil and at the Fiko restaurant in central Amsterdam . As usual, they will foster encounters between Southern Italian wines, operators, journalists, restaurateurs, and wine enthusiasts from all over the Netherlands.

Nicola Campanile, organizer of Radici del Sud, reiterates what he said at the last edition of Radici del Sud in June: “The presence of labels from almost all southern regions, from both small and large producers, is increasingly widespread in Northern Europe, thanks to the increased participation of wineries in fairs and events abroad, not to mention the significant improvement in quality in recent years.” Finally, it should be noted that although the quality of our wines is widely recognized abroad, the process of positioning them outside of Italy requires incisiveness and continuity in the target markets, both in terms of promotion and marketing, in order to bridge the gap with other national and international producers who have already established themselves on foreign markets for longer.

The event’s program includes a seminar on Southern Italian wines on October 21st, from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM. Each registered winery will participate with a wine selected by journalist Fred Nijhuis. The seminar will be open to an audience of professionals, journalists, and restaurateurs selected through the journalist’s platform. Access is by invitation only or by booking on the website https://www.fred-nijhuis.nl/ , subject to availability.

On October 23rd, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the tasting tables will open , offering approximately 50 wines for free tasting at the Italian restaurant Fiko . The tasting is open to wine-lovers, industry professionals, and journalists. To book, simply email hr@fikissimoamsterdam.com or call +39 31(6) 851 43092.

Wine producers wishing to participate should click on the website www.radicidelsud.it and then on the relevant banner.