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Italian wineries
Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG celebrates Italian Cuisine as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Consortium for the Protection of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG proudly welcomes the UNESCO recognition of Italian Cuisine, noting the parallel with its own inclusion among the World Heritage Sites in 2019. President Franco Adami expresses the satisfaction of a region that sees the bond between wine, cuisine, and cultural identity strengthened.
Cantina La Cura collects gold medals at international wine competitions. The winery led by Enrico Corsi has received a shower of accolades: gold medals and special prizes at the 2025 Città del Vino International Wine Competition, with Vermentino, reds, and passito wines at the top of their respective categories and a strong emphasis on organic farming.
Cantina Bolzano: TAL, the 2022 vintages A journey through the history of the Alto Adige cooperative that traces the birth and evolution of Cantina Bolzano, from its origins in Gries and Santa Maddalena to its unification in 2001, a symbol of resilience and territorial identity.
The Milanese toast at San Colombano is called DOMM Nettare dei Santi, which offers DOMM Metodo Classico Millesimato sparkling wines for the holidays, a VSQ dedicated to Milan: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir as ambassadors of the wine-growing area closest to the city.
Fonte Santa Maria, Terni wine near the Marmore Falls. A unique winemaking project in the municipality of Terni: vineyards at 351 meters above sea level, a special microclimate, and an approach that combines family roots and a contemporary entrepreneurial vision.
Vitis in Vulture: Wine and Food to Face the Crisis From the volcanic heart of Basilicata, a clear strategy: distinctive, fresh, and ready-to-drink wines, designed to meet new consumption styles without sacrificing authenticity and quality.
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House wine and Friulian tradition: the ritual of “blending” A cultural tale spanning Udine and Friuli: house wine as a symbol of daily conviviality, an affordable price, and a timeless ritual.
Wine as a Heritage, More Than Food A cultural reflection on the role of wine as a more stable and rooted element of tradition than gastronomy, which is constantly evolving.
5 bottles for Christmas lunch 2025 according to the Best Sommelier in Italy. Recommendations from Ilaria Lorini, AIS 2025: versatile, drinkable, and narrative wines, capable of accompanying multiple courses and also becoming a conscious gift.
Wines to buy at the supermarket for Christmas 2025 (under 10 euros) A practical guide to making informed choices in large-scale retail trade, including price limits and attention to minimum quality, with a critical eye on products that are too “easy.”
With the 2025 harvest over: 8.6% of wine in the cellar. ICQRF data shows a stock of 53.4 million hectoliters, in addition to fermenting wines and musts: a situation that requires strategic consideration of production and the market.
Cantina Italia: 2025 almost stable, 2026 a possible recovery. A complex year but less dramatic than expected: denominations held steady, critical issues still present, but signs of balance ahead of a gradual recovery.
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano “Pieve”: a high-end year. Around 50,000 bottles, premium prices, and over 50% of the wineries involved: the “Pieve” designation confirms its strategic value and communication role for the DOCG.
Wine and Health: Culture, Moderation, and Conviviality A historical and anthropological analysis of the relationship between wine, the Mediterranean diet, and moderate consumption, encompassing genetics, culture, and social rituals.
International
French wine exports slow in 2025. According to the AAWE, French exports will decline by 2.5% from January to September 2025, to €8.2 billion. The United States, China, and the United Arab Emirates are the main drivers, while Germany will see a slight increase.
The European Union is rewriting the rules of wine. New rules on replanting, dealcoholized wines, investment incentives, and labeling: a package designed to increase the sector’s competitiveness and flexibility.
EU Wine Package: Minister Lollobrigida’s comments. Approval of the CSA is seen as a key achievement for promotion in third-party markets, business support, and greater regulatory transparency.
EU-Mercosur Agreement: A Strategic Opportunity for Wine According to UIV, the agreement could foster the diversification of export markets, reducing dependence on a few countries and protecting European geographical indications.
Wine events
Count Collalto’s Christmas Menu: A tale of local tradition through Christmas dishes paired with wines from the historic Treviso winery.
“Adventure in the Cellar” in Marina di Grosseto. A Christmas event for families and children featuring a treasure hunt in the cellar, filled with games, discovery, and holiday cheer.
Between Christmas and New Year’s: Learn to pair food and drinks. An educational experience between the Germano Angelo winery and Barolo, dedicated to pairing wines, soft drinks, and traditional cuisine.
Welcome Brunello 2025: 2021 vintage and the Forma project . Record numbers for the Montalcino preview. At the center is the “Brunello Forma” model, which transcends the star system by integrating climatic, agronomic, and sensory data.
Siddùra and Tìros among the World’s Top 100 International recognition for the Gallura winery: Èrema and Fòla are celebrated by critics, while Tìros enters the world’s Top 100 of the World Ranking of Wines & Spirits.
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A Century of Monfortino by Giacomo Conterno, a historic vertical tasting . From the first bottles in the 1920s to its contemporary legend: Monfortino began as a “peasant wine” and became one of the most enduring and iconic Italian reds, capable of spanning the century without losing its identity.
Collio wines and artisanal flours for Christmas: an appeal from flood-affected businesses. Businesses affected by the November 17 flood are joining forces for a charity sale of artisanal wines and flours, turning Christmas gifts into tangible aid for reconstruction.
Cantine del Notaio: Why make wine in 2025? Gerardo Giuratrabocchetti discusses the profound meaning of winemaking today: family tradition, territorial identity, and a lever for economic and social development for the Vulture area and Southern Italy.
The Tommasini sisters showcase Valpolicella with a range of seven labels, including the R’Osè Spumante Brut Metodo Martinotti, a fresh and accessible expression of the region.
La Vrille, a wine that fuses landscape and history. In Chambave, the 2022 Moscato Passito won the Gran Medaglia d’Oro at Città del Vino, rewarding a landscape restoration project and native vines.
Carema DOC 2021 – Sorpasso A mountain wine that expresses complexity with elegance, born on heroic terraces between 300 and 700 meters, the result of an authentic family project.
Alba Winery: Grand Gold Medal for the 2023 Cagnulari The 2023 Dedola Cagnulari IGT Isola dei Nuraghi confirms the excellence of the grape variety that is the symbol of northwestern Sardinia.
Cantina Marilina, the (successful) gamble on Grecanico In the Val di Noto, Angelo Paternò is building a counter-current project that restores dignity and centrality to a great Sicilian white.
Cantina di Ramuscello: second edition of “Vino Terre” The 2023 Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso DOC Friuli ages underground, in an experimental project that unites territory, art, and community.
Cantina Tramin presents Epokale 2017. The Gewürztraminer aged for seven years in the mine speaks of time as an oenological ingredient, a symbol of balance between cooperative tradition and modern vision.
Antonella Corda Winery: Gold at Cannonau 2022 The Serdiana boutique winery won the Gold Medal at Città del Vino, confirming the value of quality Sardinian viticulture.
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Wine, harvests, and taverns from the Middle Ages to the Grape Festival. A historical and cultural journey through the grape harvest, traditions, and local identities, with Lonigo a protagonist since the 17th century for the excellence of its wines.
Trentodoc from the peaks to the depths From maturing at the foot of the Presena glacier to the depths of Lake Garda: mountain bubbles explore new extreme boundaries.
Luigi Moio: “We’re developing a low-alcohol wine.” Sustainability, new challenges, and university education: the future of wine lies in research, alcohol reduction, and a systemic approach.
Valentino Ciarla, the consulting winemaker between old vines and the future. A profile that combines international experience, a passion for historic vineyards, and attention to the territory as a key to evolution.
Brugherio: Super sommelier Paolo Porfidio’s “Pigmento di vigna” has been named one of Golosaria’s 100 best Italian wines, confirming the increasingly close dialogue between sommeliers and winemakers.
Sangue di Giuda dell’Oltrepò Pavese Doc 2024 – Quaquarini Awarded as the best sparkling sweet wine in the 2026 Winemag Guide, a symbol of quality also accessible in large-scale retail trade.
International
The 64 best Champagnes to give as gifts at Christmas Despite the global decline in volumes, Champagne remains a living icon: Asia and emerging markets are driving new growth prospects.
Wine events, wine tourism and taste culture
Wine and EU Funds: More Flexibility and Simplifications The “Wine Package” introduces simplified labeling, more flexible funding, support for wine tourism, and new anti-crisis measures.
CMO Wine – Restructuring and Reconversion of Vineyards The Calabria Region approves the final ranking of beneficiaries for the 2025/2026 campaign.
Christmas Gift: A Wine Tasting in a Sicilian Winery Wine tourism as an emotional experience: Winery Tasting Sicily offers a visit to a winery as a cultural and sensory gift.
Monte Baldo: the winery a stone’s throw from the sky. The debut of the Trentodoc sparkling wines from the Veronesi family’s Oniwines project, featuring high altitude, strategic investments, and integrated distribution.
Cortina, Olympic Flavors New openings and top chefs are reshaping the Cortina gastronomic landscape in preparation for the Olympics.
Origin and Ecstasy: Acqua&Farina’s tasting itineraries. Pizza as a cultural and gastronomic tale, combining research, sustainability, and accessibility.
Consortium for the Protection of Sicilian DOC Wines – 2025 Report: Market growth, a recovering harvest, and new strategies for promoting native grape varieties: the Sicilia DOC consolidates its global role.
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Below is the wine press review , structured by thematic area , with a clear and readable information approach for operators, wineries and stakeholders in the supply chain.
Italian wineries
The Tondini brothers pay homage to their father: the birth of the wine “Orlando.” The Calangianus winery debuts “Orlando,” a red blend of Carignano and Syrah dedicated to the estate’s founder. An identity-building project that unites family, territory, and business continuity.
Mezzacorona Group: Revenue of €213 million. The Trentino-based group has a solid balance sheet: net profit of €1.74 million, strong geographical diversification, and over 80% of its production exported. “We are not dependent on the US” is the key message.
Cantina di Venosa heads to China to open new markets. The Lucanian cooperative launches a structured expansion plan in Asia. In five years, it will achieve 169% bottled volume and a production potential of up to 5 million bottles.
Umani Ronchi: biodiversity, innovation, and new distribution strategies 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Plenio and the launch of “Davantage,” an exclusive distribution project for premium wines in partnership with select producers.
The new winery of the Società Agricola Capriotti has been inaugurated. The new structure, integrated into the landscape, is designed as a natural extension of the vineyards. It is open to the public and focuses on hospitality and direct sales.
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Sparkling wines on the rise: the “Prosecco phenomenon” is building a system. Record numbers for Prosecco: 776 million bottles sold in the first nine months of 2025, worth €3 billion. DOC, DOCG, and Asolo wines are growing, with a focus on growth governance, US tariffs, and new markets.
Veneto wine production: rising, prices slightly declining. 12 million hectoliters expected (2%). Average grape prices at €0.66/kg. Organic grapes are seeing strong growth, especially red varieties.
CMO Wine: EU approves simplifications and clearer labels. Measures approved to improve the continuity of promotion programs and strengthen the competitiveness of wine companies.
How to Save Vineyards from Global Warming: Italian research into natural zeolite has been awarded: a powdered rock capable of lowering grape temperature and improving sustainability and quality.
Brunello 2021: A fresh wind blows over Montalcino. Analysts and producers are confident about the new vintage, which they call “fragrant, vertical, and promising.”
10 red wines under €20 to give as Christmas gifts. A selection of labels from native grape varieties, high quality and very drinkable, with some also suitable for aging.
If the wine industry is in crisis, tourism can be part of the solution. Analysis of the decline in consumption and the strategic role of wine tourism as a lever for value, relationships, and profitability.
International
Prokupac: a new identity for Serbia’s iconic grape variety. Prokupac is evolving toward a more elegant and drinkable style, capable of competing with the great European reds without losing its identity.
AIDV 2025 Conference: Wine Law: US Exports, AI, and Global Regulations. Verona hosts an international discussion on wine law: exports to the US, federal systems, labeling, contracts, and new regulatory complexities.
Wine events, culture and territory
The Agricultural Fair opens: a debut for Councilor Paola Roma. The 1365th edition of the event opens in Santa Lucia di Piave with a strong institutional presence and widespread participation from the local community.
The “Galà delle Eccellenze” in Puglia was a success. Over 1,000 visitors and 106 Apulian wines were featured at Tenuta Moreno. A key event for regional wine and extra virgin olive oil.
Wine as a responsibility: the Wine Angels calendar for AIRC. Twelve women in wine, told in black and white. 100% of the proceeds go to cancer research.
“Christmas in the Cellar” in Velletri. Strolls among the vines, tastings, and wine culture: great participation for the 2025 edition.
Cantine d’Italia 2026 – Go Wine Guide 911 selected wineries, 270 “Impronte d’eccellenza” (Footprints of Excellence) for wine tourism, and over 5,000 wines featured.
Cori Civitas Vini: cellars, museums, and tastings. A widespread event that combines wine, archaeology, and the cultural heritage of the Lazio town.
Broccoletto di Custoza: flavor, territory, and tradition. The calendar of events kicks off, including the town square, restaurants, and the promotion of local produce.
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A rich day, bringing together the real economy, territorial identity, European policies, wine culture, and local events.
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Mezzacorona grows despite the global context. In 2025, the Mezzacorona Group reported a turnover of over €213 million (0.32%) and a net profit of €1.74 million. Over 80% of sales are exported, with a strong exposure to the United States and Germany. This result confirms industrial solidity and a long-term vision, despite geopolitical and trade tensions.
The Parish Vineyard and the Revitalization of Ruchè. Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato is back in the spotlight thanks to Luca Ferraris’s project, which promotes the Parish Vineyard, the only cru recognized by the Ministry. This is a prime example of how historical identity and entrepreneurial vision can become a regional economic driver.
Terre d’Oltrepò Winery: Deposits guaranteed, negotiations begin. Payments of the 2025 deposits to members have been secured, while a possible sale is taking shape. The Lombardy Region is monitoring the liquidation process, reassuring the 500 affected suppliers.
Cantina di Ramuscello: second edition of “Vino Terre.” The 555 bottles of Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso DOC Friuli 2023 were presented, aged in a pit in the vineyard and accompanied by a powerful cultural and artistic project. An example of experimentation that unites territory, wine, and storytelling.
Vis and the Trentino Doc Riesling 2024 The Trentino cooperative, with 400 members and 400 hectares of vineyards, tells the story of a subalpine territory where altitude, climate and winds become key elements of stylistic identity through the 2024 Riesling.
Le Morette: Lugana in solidarity for the third year. With the Lugana DOC Mandolara 2024, the Peschiera del Garda winery renews its support for the Più di un Sogno Foundation, combining winemaking elegance and social responsibility.
Siddùra, Gallura that speaks to the world. The Sardinian winery consolidates its premium positioning on international markets by focusing on the uniqueness of its Vermentino di Gallura DOCG and a strong, coherent territorial narrative.
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US tariffs: Trentino exports down 8%, but the sector reacts. US trade policies penalize some denominations (Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay), but Trentino producers are focusing on strategies to differentiate and strengthen their “mountain identity”.
The 2025 harvest was judged “excellent” from North to South. According to Italy’s leading winemakers, the quality of the vintage is high in all regions, confirming the value of the country’s winemaking heritage despite market difficulties.
Natural wine: to certify or not? The Raisin debate. Jean-Hugues Bretin, founder of Raisin, warns against the risk of distorting the natural wine movement through certifications that could open the door to lobbying, as has already happened with organic wine.
Wine and health: immunologist calls for moderation. According to Mauro Minelli (Lum), consumption should be limited to one to two glasses per day. The topic of responsible drinking is once again central to public debate, especially in the run-up to the holidays.
The EU “wine package” has been approved. New rules on labeling (including digital), no- and low-alcohol wines, the CMO, wine tourism, and vineyard management. This structural change could reshape the sector in the coming years.
International
Grandi Marchi returns to invest in Masters of Wine. Starting in 2026, the Grandi Marchi Institute will once again support the Institute of Masters of Wine. In March 2026, the introductory course will return to Italy, at the Rivera winery in Puglia, strengthening the link between excellent training and Italian wine around the world.
EU Packaging: Are Prosecco Bottles at Risk? The new European Packaging Regulation (PPWR) could penalize dark bottles, which according to some interpretations are considered non-recyclable. Coreve raises the alarm on a strategic issue for Italian exports.
Wine events and wine culture
Open Cellars at Christmas at Quota 101 Saturday, December 13th, tastings, gift ideas, and toasts in the Euganean Hills, with dedicated promotions and a festive atmosphere.
Wine Angels for AIRC: wine as a concrete gesture. The first Wine Angels calendar is presented: twelve wine professionals portrayed in black and white. 100% of the proceeds go to cancer research.
Spontanea 2025 in Pescara: Inside Natural Wine Tastings, markets, and culture for an event that focuses on spontaneous fermentations, craftsmanship, and conscious consumption.
Cori Civitas Vini: Wine as a Pervasive Culture Two days of wineries, museums, and art venues to showcase wine as a defining and historic element of the Lazio region.
Maculan’s Santalucia 2024: wine and charity. An artistic edition of Cabernet Sauvignon that funds research into eye diseases. Nearly €400,000 has been raised in 16 years.
Guida Bio 2026: presentation on January 24th in Rome. The new edition of the guide dedicated to Italian organic viticulture, featuring over 2,500 wines and 550 wineries.
In Trevi, a masterclass on the Umbrian Classic Method. Le Donne del Vino closes out 2025 with a masterclass at Villa Fabri, featuring tastings, biodiversity, and innovation.
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