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Wine Idea presents the main news from the world of wine, wineries, oenology, and wine tourism in Italy and abroad.
ITALIAN WINERIES
Asolo Montello: The Enoteca Diffusa is born
The Asolo Montello Wine Consortium launches Enoteca Diffusa – Asolo Montello Wine Experience Network , a project that connects wineries, the region, and tourism. Not a new physical structure, but a digital wine tourism system offering itinerant tastings and tours to discover Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG, Montello DOCG, and Montello Asolo DOC .
Andriano Winery: 133 Years of Cooperation in South Tyrol
Founded in 1893 by 31 winemakers , Cantina Andriano is one of the oldest winemaking cooperatives in Alto Adige. Today, it brings together around 60 members and 80 hectares of vineyards , representing a historic model of collaboration between small producers focused on quality and economic sustainability.
Nera Vini showcases the great Valtellina Reserves.
On October 5, 2026 , at the Chiuro headquarters, Nera Vini is organizing the Press Day “I Millesimi del Tempo” , dedicated to the evolution of the company’s great Reserves and Nebbiolo delle Alpi through different vintages, vineyards, sub-zones and refinement techniques.
Trentodoc: Francesco Moser opens cellar and vineyards
During the Trentodoc Festival, Francesco Moser ‘s estate opened its doors to visitors and professionals. This initiative confirms the evolution of wine tourism: no longer just tastings, but firsthand knowledge of producers, vineyards, the land, and production techniques.
ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY
2026 Harvest Early in Val di Cornia
In Val di Cornia, on the Tuscan coast, the harvest concluded about ten days earlier than the historical average. After a particularly hot and dry summer, August rains favored the late-ripening varieties in particular. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc completed ripening under more balanced conditions, with grapes judged to be rich and expressive.
Valtellina: vineyards up to 1,000 meters under study
The Consortium for the Protection of Valtellina Wines is discussing several changes to the specifications for Valtellina Superiore DOCG and Rosso di Valtellina DOC . Among the emerging issues is the evolution of viticulture toward higher altitudes, with potential effects on climate adaptation and the development of new production areas.
Sardinia: Record 18 Tre Bicchieri Awards
Gambero Rosso’s Vini d’Italia 2027 guide awards Tre Bicchieri (Three Glasses) to 18 Sardinian wines , a new record for the island. Cannonau and Vermentino stand out, along with Carignano, Nuragus, and other regional expressions. The result confirms the growing appreciation of Sardinia’s viticultural biodiversity.
Liguria: Six Tre Bicchieri Awards, with Vermentino taking center stage.
Six Ligurian wines have been awarded the Tre Bicchieri 2027. Five are white and one is red. Vermentino dominates the selection, particularly in the Colli di Luni and Colline di Levanto areas, alongside Pigato del Ponente Liguria.
Trentino: not just Trentodoc
The Classic Method remains one of the pillars of Trentino production, but there is also growing interest in mountain whites, local reds, and native grape varieties . The regional landscape appears increasingly diversified between cooperatives, small winemakers, and historic wineries.
Falstaff rewards Italian sparkling wines
Among Falstaff’s 2026 ratings, several Italian labels stand out: Cantina Furletti Trento Riserva DOC Pas Dosé 2019 with 94 points, Contratto Alta Langa DOCG Blanc de Blancs Pas Dosé 2022 with 93 points and Cantina di Trento Trento DOC Millesimato Brut 2022 with 90 points.
The largest Italian wineries: turnover over 9 billion
According to data from the UIV 2025 Observatory, 120 major Italian wineries , including 80 private companies and 40 cooperatives, account for 64.3% of the sector’s turnover. Overall, they exceed €9 billion in revenue , with €5.2 billion coming from exports and €3.8 billion from the Italian market. However, the data show a decline compared to the previous year.
School and Oenology: Educational Harvest in Ravenna
Students from the Morigia-Perdisa Technical Institute in Ravenna participated in the traditional school harvest, picking Trebbiano and Merlot grapes. Part of the grapes will be vinified in the school laboratory, allowing students to directly observe the entire production process.
MARKETS, CONSUMPTION AND TRENDS
The wine of the future could be lighter
There’s growing debate in the industry about a potential shift in the parameters used to define high-end wines. Alongside concentration, oak, structure, and alcohol content, elegance, balance, freshness, and drinkability could become more important. Climate change also makes it technically more challenging to produce light wines without losing their identity and depth.
European Union: The debate on alcohol, advertising, and labels returns.
Within the framework of European health prevention policies, the debate on measures related to alcohol consumption is returning, with particular attention to consumer information, labeling, advertising, and sponsorship . The wine sector is closely monitoring the debate due to its potential impact on communication and the commercial promotion of wine.
From the award to the market: the wines of the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles arrive in Milan.
Bistrot Pedol in Milan offers wines awarded at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles through the CMB Experience project. The goal is to transform the recognition gained in international competitions into a concrete tool for visibility, experimentation, and sales to the end consumer.
WINE EVENTS
Trentodoc Festival: 12,000 attendees
The fifth edition of the Trentodoc Festival concluded with approximately 12,000 attendees and nearly 170 events in Trento, Rovereto, and the production areas. Events organized directly at the wineries increased from 37 to approximately 130, strengthening the relationship between wine, tourism, restaurants, culture, and the region.
Barbera d’Asti Wine Festival: The third edition has been presented.
The Barbera d’Asti and Monferrato Wines Consortium has presented the third edition of the Barbera d’Asti Wine Festival. The program includes events in Milan, Merano, and Asti, with tastings, meetings, and initiatives aimed at professionals, journalists, and wine lovers.
ViWine Festival returns to Vicenza
From October 2 to 4, 2026 , Piazza dei Signori and Corte dei Bissari will host the seventh edition of ViWine Festival . The program features over 40 wineries and more than 200 labels , as well as tastings, food, music, masterclasses, and experiences dedicated to the public.
Gallarate rediscovers “Artist’s Wine”
The Vino d’artista initiative, launched in 1996, is back: ten artists will create works for the bottle labels, alongside tributes to deceased local cultural figures. A project that unites wine, art, and the memory of the region.
Cecchetto Farm supports emerging talent
At the 2026 Treviso Comic Book Festival , the Cecchetto Prize was awarded to illustrator Isotta Santinelli . The award, promoted since 2018 by the Cecchetto Giorgio Agricultural Company together with the event, confirms the connection between winemaking, culture, and the local area.
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY
Today’s news highlights an Italian wine sector that is evolving on multiple fronts simultaneously.
Territory, wine tourism, climate change, new ways of consuming, and the promotion of denominations are becoming increasingly intertwined.
Asolo Montello experiments with a regional network of wineries; Trentodoc strengthens the relationship between wine and tourism; Valtellina explores altitude; Sardinia and Liguria promote local grape varieties and identities.
At the same time, a reflection on the product emerges: the valuable wine of the future may not necessarily be the most powerful and concentrated, but rather the one capable of combining identity, balance, elegance, and pleasantness of consumption.
This is an important change: the value of wine is built less and less within the bottle and more and more through territory, experience, recognisability and the ability to communicate with new consumers .
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