A story that unfolds through masterclasses, food and wine tours, and collaborations, combining flavors, nature, sports, and unique experiences.

Autumn on Lake Maggiore once again takes on the colors of wine with the eighth edition of Taste Alto Piemonte , the most important event dedicated to the Alto Piemonte denominations, scheduled for November 9 and 10, 2025, in the timeless setting of the Grand Hotel des Iles Borromées in Stresa.

Organized by the Consorzio Tutela Nebbioli Alto Piemonte , the event confirms its position as a benchmark for the promotion of a region that combines unique landscapes, winemaking tradition, and a rare and elegant winemaking identity. For two days, the splendid halls of the Grand Hotel will welcome over fifty producers , ambassadors of the ten protected denominations —from Gattinara to Ghemme, from Lessona to Boca—for a sensory journey through the volcanic soils and microclimates that make the Nebbiolo wines of Alto Piemonte unmistakable.

” An event of this magnitude represents a crucial opportunity to promote our region and its denominations, not only nationally but also beyond the borders, to Switzerland, Germany, and France, ” says Andrea Fontana, President of the Consorzio Tutela Nebbioli Alto Piemonte. ” Thanks to the partnerships we’ve established, Taste Alto Piemonte is becoming a widespread event that, in addition to the two days of tastings on Lake Maggiore, extends throughout the month of November, offering a unique experience .”

“ Bringing Taste Alto Piemonte to the shores of Lake Maggiore is a strong signal: a territory that communicates with an increasingly wider and international audience, ” adds Vice President Lorella Zoppis. “ This eighth edition will not only introduce the different souls of our denominations, but will also offer the opportunity to experience Alto Piemonte in an authentic and immersive way, through widespread events, collaborations and itineraries that tell the vitality of our winemaking community .”

The Stresa event will open on Sunday, November 9th, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and continue on Monday, November 10th , from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with tastings open to the press, industry professionals, and enthusiasts. Alongside the tastings, curated by AIS Piemonte , there will be five masterclasses dedicated to exploring Nebbiolo and other native varieties, four of which will focus on Alto Piemonte and one in collaboration with the Consorzio Tutela Vini del Sannio , this year’s special guest. The meeting of these two wine regions will offer an original dialogue between North and South, united by the desire to explore the strong identity of Italy’s territories.

A temporary wine shop will be set up within the event, where it will be possible to purchase wines for tasting. At the tasting tables, producers will share their experiences, demonstrating the profound connection between wine, territory, and community. For industry professionals , entry to the tasting tables is free upon registration on the event’s official website, where you can obtain an accreditation code, or by attending the event directly.

This year, Taste Alto Piemonte is also enriched with a series of initiatives designed to engage the region and the public in a collaborative experience. From October 27th to November 9th , Wine Weeks will enliven restaurants, taverns, wine bars, and wineries in the provinces of Novara, Vercelli, Biella, and Verbano-Cusio-Ossola. They will offer wines from the Alto Piemonte appellations on their menus and by the glass, transforming the entire region into a tasting journey.

There will also be special collaborations that intertwine the world of wine with tourism, sports, and nature. Thanks to the Vigezzina-Centovalli Railway , passengers on the famous Foliage Train will receive a discount on admission to the event by showing their ticket at the event ticket office. An ideal bridge between the colors of autumn and the aromas of wine. The Lago Maggiore Marathon is also part of the program: participants will find a gift voucher in their race pack for free admission to Taste Alto Piemonte on the morning of Sunday, November 9th, combining the adrenaline of running with the pleasure of a glass of wine.

With the support of the Piedmont Region and the patronage of the Municipality of Stresa , the Monte Rosa Laghi Alto Piemonte Chamber of Commerce, the Distretto Turistico dei Laghi, and the ATL Terre dell’Alto Piemonte (Novara branch), Taste Alto Piemonte 2025 confirms its position as a showcase of excellence for the winemaking culture of Northern Piedmont. The event’s main sponsor will be Enartis , while La Stampa will be the official media partner . Technical partners include AIS Piemonte , Ferrovia Vigezzina Centovalli, RINA, Caleffi Hydronic Solutions, Wolf System, Amorim Cork Italia, Fratelli Francoli Distillerie, Acqua Valverde, and Assicusio , all of whom share a commitment to promoting the region.

Taste Alto Piemonte is, now more than ever, a collective story: the celebration of a mosaic of hills and vineyards suspended between the Alps and the lake, where Nebbiolo and native varieties give life to wines of profound elegance and identity. An event that renews the bond between producers, community, and landscape, confirming the central role of Alto Piemonte in the Italian wine scene.

Poderi Luigi Einaudi: Matteo Sardagna Einaudi and Zvonimir Jurkovic, a journey that began in 2016 and continues today with the appointment of Jurcovic as CEO.

The renewal process of Poderi Luigi Einaudi has its roots in 2016, the year in which Matteo Sardagna Einaudi , President of the company, embarked on a journey of profound awareness and enthusiasm, appointing the “master of the vine” Zvonimir Jurkovic , known to all as “Zvone”, as his trusted man and cellar manager.

What began as a collaboration based on shared ideas and production sensibilities has evolved over the years into a true strategic alliance, founded on trust, constant dialogue, and a shared passion for wine and the Langhe.

A journey of growth and sharing that has profoundly enriched the identity of Einaudi wines. The harmony between Matteo Sardagna Einaudi and Zvonimir Jurkovic and their differing sensibilities has given rise to an ongoing dialogue, where wine becomes a language and a tool for discussion, an authentic expression of a shared vision. Harvest after harvest, this dialogue translates into wines that express the place with purity and depth, without artifice, enhancing the personality of each cru and its natural elegance.

” I’ve always wanted our wines to directly reflect my vision and experience, but also for them to grow through open and ongoing dialogue. Since 2016, with Zvone, this journey has become concrete, leading us to a new milestone ,” says Matteo Sardagna Einaudi.

This journey, the fruit of a long-term strategic vision, combines, on the one hand, the sensitivity and ability to create important Crus, and, on the other, the expansion of its viticultural heritage in the most renowned areas of the Langhe, seeking increasingly refined grape quality and a greater expression of the territory in its various labels.

Thanks to significant investments— from 47.18 hectares in 2010 to the current 56.08, of which 13.96 are dedicated to Barolo —Poderi Luigi Einaudi is now recognized as one of the most authoritative producers of Barolo, with wines capable of combining depth, elegance, and extraordinary longevity, fully respecting tradition and the unique character of each cru.

This process also includes the appointment of Zvonimir Jurkovic as the new CEO of Poderi Luigi Einaudi . This choice aims to further instill rigor, organization, foresight, and dedication, defining a two-pronged leadership model: on the one hand, the strategic vision and local roots of Matteo Sardagna Einaudi, and on the other, the technical expertise and managerial ability of Jurkovic.

A distinct stylistic path, which has also led to significant recognition from leading wine guides. The new governance combines tradition and modernity, strengthening the company’s position in the Italian and international winemaking landscape more than ever.

” These awards confirm the vision we’ve undertaken and certify the work we’ve done to date: from meticulous care in the vineyard to careful winemaking, from cellar refinement to bottle enhancement. A journey that demonstrates consistency, dedication, and excellence. ” – Matteo Sardagna Einaudi

Barolo Docg Monvigliero 2021 has been awarded the Tre Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso 2026 award!

……Over the years, the company’s portfolio has been enriched with new vineyards located in some of the most renowned production areas of the Langhe…… The 2021 Barolo Monvigliero and Cannubi are particularly striking.

Today more than ever, Poderi Luigi Einaudi looks to the future with the enthusiasm of a solid, dedicated team capable of transforming the authenticity of the Langhe into wines that tell the story, passion, and vision of those who produce them.

The Consorzio Valtènesi’s major widespread harvest event continues with a special tasting showcasing all the denomination’s wines.

After the great success of the 24th edition of Profumi di Mosto , which on October 5th attracted over 1000 participants along the Brescia shore of Lake Garda, the Valtènesi Consortium is preparing for a new event: on Sunday October 19th, Villa Galnica , home of the Casa del Vino, will host a special tasting event, conceived as a natural continuation of the event.

“ Profumi di Mosto was a special and emotional moment for us ,” comments Paolo Pasini , president of the Valtènesi Consortium. “ We opened the doors of the cellars and the territory to share with the public the essence of this land and the work of our winemakers, with the harvest of the successful 2025 vintage still in fermentation. The great response to this edition confirms how strong the interest is in wines capable of expressing the profound bond with their place of origin. We are also particularly proud that four Valtènesi companies associated with the Consortium have obtained an important recognition such as the Tre Bicchieri del Gambero Rosso 2026: an achievement that rewards the winemaking vocation of Valtènesi, the artisan sensitivity applied in the vineyard and in the cellar and which confirms the constant growth of the denomination on the national and international level. The upcoming event on Sunday 19 October will be the opportunity to rediscover the spirit of Profumi di Mosto by tasting all the Valtènesi labels in a single dedicated day. to the identity of this wonderful territory enclosed between Lake Garda and the moraine hills “.

The special tasting will allow you to get to know the wines of the denomination up close, produced mainly with the native Groppello and Tuchì grape varieties, revealing the Mediterranean soul of Valtènesi, where character and lightness blend in every glass, defining an unmistakable identity.

Among the participating companies there will also be the four wineries that distinguished themselves by obtaining the “Tre Bicchieri” award from Gambero Rosso 2026 : Avanzi with the Valtènesi Rosavero 2024, F.lli Turina with the Valtènesi Setamora 2022, Pasini San Giovanni with the Valtènesi Lettera C 2022 and Tenute del Garda with the Valtènesi 2024

Through these events, the Valtènesi Consortium promotes slow tourism that combines wine culture, landscape exploration, and conviviality, strengthening the bond between Valtènesi and its visitors.

Valtènesi Consortium The Valtènesi Consortium represents one of the most authentic expressions of rosé wine in Italy. Nestled within the Riviera del Garda Classico DOC, this subzone boasts a centuries-old tradition that began in 1896 with Senator Molmenti, who first codified the rosé technique. Here, between the lake and the hills, wine embodies culture, identity, and aesthetic research. Thanks to Lake Garda’s unique microclimate, Valtènesi is the northernmost area in Europe where olive trees and lemons grow. Since 2010, the subzone has been officially recognized, cementing its role as the home of authentic rosé. Today, the Consortium brings together 102 producers, mostly independent winemakers, custodians of a short and sustainable supply chain, who daily preserve the gentle and pioneering vision of their origins.

THE BARBERA D’ASTI WINE FESTIVAL RETURNS FROM 7 TO 10 NOVEMBER 2025: A JOURNEY THROUGH YOUTH, SUSTAINABILITY, AND GREAT TASTINGS.

Asti is preparing to welcome the second edition of the Barbera D’Asti Wine Festival to Piazza Alfieri , scheduled for 7 to 10 November 2025 , a widespread event that celebrates the area’s winemaking excellence in an experiential journey that combines tradition, innovation and sustainability.

Following the success of the first edition, the Festival returns with an even richer and more varied program, designed to involve industry professionals, the press, wine lovers and new generations .

” The Barbera D’Asti Wine Festival ,” says Vitaliano Maccario , President of the Consortium , ” is an event for us that attracts a diverse and international audience to our region and the Barbera grape. This event allows us to promote the identity and visibility of Barbera d’Asti and our appellations—4 DOCGs and 9 DOCs—raising their prestige worldwide. It is a unique opportunity for all wine lovers, as well as the press and industry professionals, to deepen their knowledge of Monferrato wines and to raise awareness of our wonderful region, starting with its winemaking value .”

The event opens on the afternoon of Friday, November 7th and is officially inaugurated at 6:00 pm with an institutional talk , with a focus on sustainability.

The event will feature expert speakers, Consortium representatives, trade press, authorities, and industry opinion leaders.

On Saturday, November 8th , an exclusive cooking show will be hosted by a resident chef from a Michelin-starred restaurant. Afterward, the large Institutional Counter will open, showcasing the wines of participating companies, along with their own wine counters and various appellations. During the evening, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM, an original sensorial aperitif will be offered, featuring blind tastings of some of the appellations protected by the Consortium (Barbera, Albarossa, Albugnano, Freisa, Grignolino, Ruchè), for an educational and engaging experience. Accompanying the glasses will be a selection of gastronomic delicacies showcasing the region’s seasonal excellence.

On Sunday, November 9th, the public and wine lovers will be welcome in Piazza Alfieri, where from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., the public will have the opportunity to meet the wineries in two tasting sessions. Consumers will be able to savor the wines in person with the producers or at tasting tables led by sommeliers , discovering all the nuances of the Consortium’s appellations. Both on Saturday and Sunday, from 6:30 p.m. onward, the Institutional Table will be manned by sommeliers, featuring the participating wineries’ labels alongside food options.

There will also be thematic masterclasses led by prestigious names in wine journalism, as well as in-depth discussions reserved for the press and enthusiasts.

The Festival concludes on Monday, November 10, with a day entirely dedicated to industry professionals ( restaurateurs, wine merchants, buyers, sommeliers ) and the press, who will complete the experience with winery tours focused on sustainable companies run by young entrepreneurs.

We look forward to seeing you at this special event for an unforgettable experience.

The Consortium and the territory as protagonists

The Barbera Wine Festival is promoted by the Consorzio Barbera d’Asti e Vini del Monferrato , in collaboration with Go Wine , and is conceived as a widespread event that brings together wine, territory and community.

Great attention will be paid to the theme of environmental and social sustainability , to the valorization of young producers , and to the construction of an informed dialogue between new generations and wine culture.

The connection with the territory is the common thread of the Born Sustainable project co-financed by the European Union, which unites the Barbera d’Asti e Vini del Monferrato, Roccaverano DOP, and Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco consortia.

These consortia represent not only Italian food and wine excellence but also models of environmental, economic, and social sustainability.