Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
A brief overview of the main news in the wine sector, including wineries, markets, wine tourism, and events.
ITALIAN WINERIES
Assovini Sicilia renews its leadership
Gabriella Favara (Donnafugata) is the new President of Assovini Sicilia. The new Board of Directors is composed entirely of entrepreneurs under 40 from the Next Generation, signaling a significant generational shift in Sicilian wine.
Mack & Schühle Italia invests 16 million euros
The group is strengthening its Laterza plant in Puglia with investments in technological innovation, the circular economy, sparkling wine production, and dealcoholized wines.
Cantina del Taburno begins its major relaunch
Over €10 million in investments to increase production from 1 to 5 million bottles, promoting Aglianico del Taburno and Falanghina del Sannio.
New cellars and investments
Fattoria La Maliosa inaugurates its new underground cellar in Maremma.
Società Agricola Ceri is building a modern winery in Carmignano thanks to PSR Toscana funding.
“Mezzo Ettaro” is born, a small Valpolicella company dedicated to organic production and wine experiences.
Tenuta Casenuove and Fattoria Petreto merge their activities under the French group Philippe Austruy.
Wine tourism on the rise
The development of experiential offerings in Italian wineries continues.
Among the most interesting initiatives:
La Genisia (Oltrepò Pavese) expands its Wine Experiences.
Mezzo Ettaro invests in events and well-being.
Cantina Fina (Marsala) uses concerts and cultural events as a means of communication.
Novacella Abbey confirms the model of integration between wine, culture and tourism.
ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY
Fine Wines: Italy a World Leader
The international market for fine wines has seen a positive six-month period.
The Liv-Ex Italy 100 Index rose 1.9%, led by iconic labels such as:
Bruno Giacosa
Bartolo Mascarello
Masseto
Soldera
Sassicaia
Ornellaia
James Conterno
Marchesi Antinori
Italy is the country with the best performance in the investment wine segment.
Prosecco Superiore is the star of the summer
The 2026 guides confirm Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG among the most recommended sparkling wines for the summer season thanks to its freshness, elegance, and excellent quality-price ratio.
Gavi DOCG increasingly international
91% of production is exported.
The UK and US remain the main markets while growth continues in Asia.
No-Lo Wines
The debate on the No and Low Alcohol wines segment continues.
The global market could reach $3.3 billion by 2028.
More and more Italian companies are investing in this category.
Organic viticulture slows down
After years of growth, the organic vineyard areas are slightly decreasing.
Among the causes:
increasing costs
reduction of margins
more bureaucracy
lower price differential compared to conventional.
Natural wine
The debate on the phenomenon of natural wine continues.
More and more observers are highlighting how many labels have become niche products characterised by strong exclusivity and high prices.
Innovation and new productions
Among the new features:
Artisanal kombucha from Funky Fermenteria.
Classic Method from Mantonico in Calabria.
Arunda confirms South Tyrolean excellence in sparkling wine production.
Modigliana presents the new Albana “InOro”.
MARKETS AND EXPORTS
Vinitaly USA strengthens its presence in the United States
The promotion of Italian wine lands in New York aboard the training ship Amerigo Vespucci.
The third edition of Vinitaly USA, scheduled for October, has been presented.
The United States remains the leading foreign market for Italian wine.
California postpones 100% American wine law
A legislative proposal that would have required the exclusive use of American grapes in order to display the word “American” on labels has been postponed.
PRIZES AND COMPETITIONS
International Müller Thurgau Competition
Five Gold Medals awarded.
Award winners include:
Valle Isarco Producers’ Cellar
Cavit
Franz Haas
Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
Italy conquers:
22 Gran Oro
172 Gold Medals
281 Silver Medals
Total:
475 award-winning wines , second best result in the world.
Romagna Wines Grand Prix
20 Diplomas of Merit awarded to the best companies in Romagna.
Among the protagonists:
The Filarini
Enio Ottaviani
WINE EVENTS
The Nights of Wine
On July 11th, the Caglieron Caves (Treviso) will host an evening dedicated to wine, gastronomy, astronomy, and music, with tastings of local wines.
Pre-harvest medical visits
Three new centers have been opened in the Alta Marca Trevigiana to facilitate the health requirements of seasonal workers involved in the grape harvest.
INTERNATIONAL WINE
Burgundy
Christie’s is hosting a charity auction featuring over 320 lots from 120 prestigious wineries to fund the restoration of the historic Cîteaux Abbey.
TERRITORIES AND WINE TOURISM
Among the insights dedicated to Italian wine regions:
Novacella Abbey (South Tyrol)
Oltrepò Pavese
Valpolicella
Maremma Tuscany
Modigliana
Romagna
Sannio
Conegliano Valdobbiadene
Gavi DOCG
with particular attention to the development of wine tourism, cellar experiences, and the valorization of the local heritage.
SAFETY AND SUPPLY CHAIN
Massive seizure of illicit pesticides
The Carabinieri for Agri-food Protection seized over 9 tons of illegal pesticides during inspections carried out in Emilia-Romagna, Friuli Venezia Giulia, and Trentino-Alto Adige.
Today’s trends
Italy, world leader in Fine Wines.
Strong generational turnover in wine associations.
Investments in innovation, wineries, and wine tourism are growing.
Exports still the protagonist, with a focus on the United States and Asia.
Development of No-Lo wines and new beverage categories.
Greater attention to sustainability, supply chain controls, and safety.
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