Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
Good morning,
Wine Idea presents a new summary of the main news from the wine sector
Italian and international.
ITALIAN WINERIES
Compagnia del Gusto Holding continues its international expansion plan by acquiring Jascots Wine Merchants in the United Kingdom and strengthening the distribution of Italian wines in the British Horeca channel.
Cantina Tramin inaugurates its new production facility, the cooperative’s most significant investment, with facilities designed to improve quality, sustainability, and separate grape processing.
Colli Ripani enters the dealcoholized wine market with the A Cuor Leggero line, obtained from Pecorino, Sangiovese and Passerina.
Cantina di Ruvo di Puglia (Crifo) enters the top 120 Italian wineries with export growth of over 26%.
In Gallura , Roberto Albertini is investing in the development of Vermentino with a new sustainable winery and a major wine tourism project.
The Sol-Platar project was born in Val di Non : Chardonnay grown at 1,000 meters for a high-mountain sparkling wine.
ITALIAN WINE
The sector is going through a complex phase: declining consumption, slowing exports, high inventories and bulk prices under pressure.
Discussions continue between the Italian Wine Union and Federvini on strategies to revitalize the sector: controlling supply or increasing international promotion.
FIVI proposes:
temporary blocking of new plants;
real census of the Italian vineyard;
recovery of abandoned vineyards;
better production planning.
Confagricoltura emphasizes the need for innovation, promotion, and development of lower-alcohol wines.
The 2026 harvest will begin early in many Italian regions thanks to high temperatures, but with positive quality prospects.
One of the earliest harvests of recent years has already begun in the Langhe .
Prosecco DOC delle Venezie strengthens its collaboration with FAI to promote culture, territory, and tourism.
A blind tasting of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG highlights the crucial role different soils play in the wine’s identity.
Interest in investment wine is growing, with international collectors increasingly considering it an alternative asset.
According to international research, a winery’s profitability depends primarily on the quality of its management rather than its size or the renown of its territory.
Rosé continues to grow thanks to its gastronomic versatility and new consumption styles.
OENOLOGY AND VITICULTURE
AAWE study: the most economically profitable vineyards are those of Champagne , followed by Alto Adige and Valle d’Aosta .
New research shows that some yeasts can naturally reduce the alcohol content of wine by up to 3%, while maintaining aromas and quality.
One of the first Italian plants dedicated to the production of dealcoholized wines was founded in Puglia.
Technical focus on Flavescence dorée : early recognition of symptoms and mandatory management of the disease.
Further information on the management of Botrytis after hailstorms is also essential for insurance assessments.
Wine is increasingly being interpreted as a cultural, symbolic, and experiential product, as well as a food product.
INTERNATIONAL SCENARIO
Mosel Riesling is experiencing a sharp decline in exports, causing difficulties for many small German wineries.
In London, the consumption of wine by the glass is growing rapidly, a model that is also interesting for the Italian market.
In the United States, competition between Bacardi and Campari is increasing in the aperitif segment, with the growth of the Hugo cocktail.
The global market continues to increasingly reward premium wines, wine tourism and low-alcohol products.
EVENTS AND TERRITORY
The Women of the Vine launch the “Roots in the Landscape” photography competition, dedicated to Italian vineyard landscapes.
The traditional Calici di Stelle events are back in numerous Italian cities.
The Nights of Wine continue with events in Friuli Venezia Giulia and Barolo.
DiVino Etrusco celebrates its twentieth anniversary with 53 wineries taking center stage in Tarquinia.
The ONAV cultural course expands the training of sommeliers by introducing anthropology, neuroscience, and wine sociology.
TRENDS TO MONITOR
Consumption and export crisis.
Growth of dealcoholized wines.
Early harvests due to climate change.
Greater attention to company profitability.
Strengthening wine tourism.
Increased investment in innovation and sustainability.
The evolution of wine as a cultural experience and collectible.
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Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
Good morning,
Wine Idea presents a new summary of the main news from the wine sector
Italian and international.
ITALIAN WINERIES
Cantina Rauscedo celebrates 75 years of cooperative history
Cantina Rauscedo celebrates its 75th anniversary, confirming its position as one of the most representative cooperatives in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Regional Councilor Stefano Zannier emphasized how the members’ determination has transformed the cooperative into a benchmark for regional viticulture and for promoting Friulian excellence worldwide.
Fonzone promotes the great white wines of Irpinia
The Fonzone winery presents its new Irpinia DOC Coda di Volpe “Colpo di Coda” 2024, a wine that confirms the company’s growing focus on Campania’s white varietals. Freshness, elegance, and a focus on the terroir are now at the heart of the Paternopoli winery’s production philosophy.
Girlan focuses on the excellence of Pinot Bianco
The South Tyrolean Girlan cooperative continues to distinguish itself in the production of high-quality wines with the Pinot Bianco Flora Riserva 2023, an expression of the vineyards of Oltradige and Bassa Atesina and a symbol of the qualitative evolution of South Tyrolean winemaking.
Valle Isarco confirms its leadership in white wines
Cantina Produttori Valle Isarco presents the Kerner Aristos 2024, confirming Kerner’s role as the cooperative’s signature grape variety and one of the finest examples of Italian mountain viticulture.
Biondi Santi renews the Brunello tradition
The evolution of Biondi Santi’s Brunello di Montalcino continues. Research on Sangiovese clones, vineyard studies, and adaptation to climate change are the main investments of the historic Tenuta Greppo.
Siddùra revolutionizes the concept of summer red wine
The Sardinian winery presents Èros 2024, a low-alcohol red designed to be served chilled, demonstrating how innovation can create new drinking styles without sacrificing territorial identity.
ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY
Sauvignon returns to its origins
After years of tropical aromas and exaggerated intensity, Italian Sauvignon is once again focusing on territorial identity, balance, and elegance. A new phase in Italian winemaking that prioritizes authenticity and territorial recognition.
The heat brings forward the 2026 harvest
High temperatures are bringing the grape harvest forward by about a week or two. In the Ferrara area, the harvest will begin as early as mid-August, while producers and winemakers are optimistic about the vintage’s quality despite the effects of climate change.
Spritz drives Prosecco exports
A study by the Universities of Turin and Verona demonstrates how the growing international popularity of Spritz has contributed to a significant increase in Prosecco exports to major world markets.
Summer and wine: overcoming old prejudices
Experts urge us to move beyond traditional summer drinking habits: not only white and rosé wines, but also red wines, served at the right temperature, can become the stars of the summer season.
The strategic role of distribution
Specialized distribution is becoming increasingly central to the premium wine market, offering commercial support, service continuity, and brand promotion beyond simple logistics.
Agea strengthens access to agricultural credit
A new agreement between Agea, ViViBanca, and Fagri Finance will facilitate faster financing and innovative tools for Italian agricultural businesses, also thanks to certified data from the National Agricultural Information System.
The smallest vineyard in the world is Italian
In Reggio Emilia, on a terrace measuring just twenty square meters, the ViaMari10 project continues to produce around thirty bottles a year, transforming a small urban vineyard into a work of art, architecture, and viticulture.
INTERNATIONAL
The European agri-food surplus is growing
Despite a slight decline in exports, the European Union’s agri-food trade balance improved thanks to an even greater reduction in imports, strengthening the positive balance seen in the first five months of 2026.
Crémant de Loire continues to conquer enthusiasts
The classic method sparkling wine from the Loire Valley confirms its international success thanks to the freshness, balance, and quality guaranteed by the Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay grapes.
WINE EVENTS
Calici di Stelle 2026: Caruso & Minini celebrates the time of wine.
On August 8th, the historic Marsala winery will offer an experience featuring vertical tastings and a sunset over the Marsala Stagnone, combining wine, landscape, and culture.
Vinalia 2026 brings wine and culture to Sannio
From August 4th to 10th, Guardia Sanframondi hosts the 33rd edition of Vinalia, dedicated to the theme “Support,” with tastings, cultural meetings, and events dedicated to the relationship between life, the land, and society.
The Nights of Wine enliven Vittorio Veneto
On August 8th and 9th, the historic center will host tastings, guided tours, and live music, showcasing Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore and the local wineries.
Jazz, wine, and local cuisine take center stage in Sassari.
The “(to) be in jazz Estate” festival concludes its tour with an event that combines tastings, guided tours, and concerts among the vineyards of Sardinia.
Literature and wine meet in Marrubiu
The Quartomoro Winery hosts the final event of the “Women, Wine and Food” series, demonstrating how wine can be a tool for cultural promotion as well as winemaking.
Hofstätter takes enthusiasts to the vineyards in 4x4s
In Alto Adige, experiential wine tourism is gaining popularity, with vineyard visits, outdoor tastings, and tours exploring geology and terroir.
AIS Veneto opens the new training season
Courses for aspiring sommeliers and wine professionals will resume in September, with a program dedicated to wine culture, tasting, and food and wine pairing.
The most relevant news of the day
Climate change brings forward the 2026 harvest with harvests already in mid-August.
Italian Sauvignon returns to enhance territorial identity and balance.
Spritz continues to support the international growth of Prosecco.
Italian wineries invest in quality, research, and innovation.
Wine tourism is growing, offering immersive experiences that combine wine, culture, landscape, and music.
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Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
Good morning,
Wine Idea presents a new summary of the main news from the wine sector
Italian and international.
Italian Wineries
Villa Sandi invests in smart viticulture. Sensors, drones, satellites, and weather stations enable the management of over 200 hectares between Veneto and Friuli, reducing water consumption and pesticide use and improving sustainability.
Planeta focuses on wine tourism and the region. For Francesca Planeta, wine is the region’s main ambassador. Growth depends on hospitality, infrastructure, local storytelling, and engaging new generations.
Cantine Federiciane promotes its volcanic vineyards. The historic Campi Flegrei winery continues to promote its winemaking heritage through the Cigliano vineyard, a symbol of the connection between landscape and quality.
Figliej: sustainability and landscape restoration. The Piedmontese winery invests in the restoration of historic vineyards and the protection of the agricultural landscape, also integrating sheep farming into land management.
Madrevite expands wine tourism. The Umbrian winery expands its offerings with vineyard picnics, tastings, and experiential tourism.
Tenuta Stella is the star of the summer. The Ribolla Gialla Pas Dosé Metodo Classico confirms the value of high-quality Friulian sparkling wines.
Italian Wine and Oenology
2026 Harvest: Major Climate Uncertainty. Assoenologi, Ismea, and UIV are abandoning traditional national forecasts due to unstable weather. The consortia report an early harvest, generally good quality, and stable or slightly higher production compared to 2025.
Alto Adige and Friuli are bringing forward the harvest. The first grapes will be harvested as early as mid-August. The heat accelerates ripening but poses concerns about quality and water availability.
Italian wine must focus on realism. Historian Gianni Moriani urges the sector to face change without ideologies, valorizing the extraordinary diversity of Italian wine.
Italian Rosés increasingly prominent Over fifty denominations now include Rosé in their specifications, confirming the growth of this type on the markets.
DOP exports slow down According to Nomisma Wine Monitor, exports of Italian DOP wines decreased by 6.2% in value, despite confirming the leadership of Prosecco and the growth of Asti Spumante.
Spritz continues to drive Prosecco A study by the Universities of Turin and Verona shows how the popularity of Spritz has significantly boosted the export of Italian Prosecco.
Digital viticulture Sensors installed directly on the plants allow for real-time monitoring of the health of the vineyards and prevention of water stress and disease.
Simei 2026 Winemaking innovation will be increasingly oriented towards preserving the identity, aromas, and territorial characteristics of wines.
Viticulture Authorizations: New authorized plantings and yield reductions for some Umbrian DOCs have been published.
International Scenario
European agri-food sector improves trade balance In the first five months of 2026, imports decreased more than exports, increasing the European Union’s trade surplus.
Rothschild: Tradition and Innovation Philippe Sereys de Rothschild emphasizes how the future of European wine requires a balance between historical identity, innovation, and climate adaptation.
Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 Italy wins over 2,000 medals and six wines enter the world Top 50, confirming the excellence of Italian wine.
Wine Events
Calici di Stelle 2026 In Sicily, 31 wineries and five municipalities are participating with a rich program dedicated to wine tourism.
ViVa Vini Valtellina From September 12th, tastings, trekking, e-bikes and visits to Valtellina wineries.
Nose Art Festival Scacciadiavoli transforms the cellar into a cultural space dedicated to smell and immersive experiences.
Fiano Love Fest Tenuta Scuotto organizes guided tours of the vineyard and cellar before the start of the event.
Street Books Sardinia Laura Donadoni presents the book Basta una goccia at the Quartomoro Winery.
Città del Vino Competition : Best urban planning practices dedicated to protecting wine-growing landscapes are awarded.
AIS Protocol: The agreement between the Ministries and the AIS has been renewed to promote the culture of wine and oil and protect Italian products.
In Brief
Coldiretti predicts one of the earliest harvests in history.
Agea inaugurates the new National Agricultural Training Center.
Veronafiere appoints Giovanni Sacripante as its new General Manager.
Exhibition on the historic Prosecco landscape in the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Hills.
Summer wine tips for hot weather.
Limoncello Spritz is one of the summer’s star cocktails.
A historical overview of the “Rockea – From Wine to Water” charity project.
Regulatory updates for the craft beer sector.
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Italian wineries, Italian wine producers, and current wine news.
Good morning,
Wine Idea presents a new summary of the main news from the Italian and international wine sector.
ITALIAN WINERIES
Tommasi Family Estates focuses on growth through aggregation
The Verona-based group confirms its expansion strategy through acquisitions and a multi-brand portfolio, considered essential for competing on international markets.
Cantina Tollo expands its vineyard portfolio
Thanks to the “Vigneto Avanzato” project, the cooperative acquired 133 new hectares, exceeding its total of 2,490 hectares, ensuring greater profitability for its members and promoting native grape varieties.
Castignano finds stability again
President Omar Traini withdraws his resignation after the members’ unanimous support, confirming the continuity of management of the historic cooperative winery in the Marche region.
Ferraris Agricola grows despite the market
In the first six months of 2026, it recorded a 6% turnover and 15% share of Ruchè sales, confirming the good performance of the denomination.
Vigne Storte Winery
The Campania-based company continues to invest in sustainability, renewable energy, and promoting the local area through wines with strong identities.
Olianas Estate
The Sardinian winery consolidates its model based on biodynamics, regenerative agriculture, and the valorization of native grape varieties.
Centopassi
Libera Terra cooperatives confirm that quality winemaking, organic farming, and social commitment can coexist, creating economic and cultural value.
Cormòns Producers’ Cellar
The Pinot Bianco from the Friulian cooperative is considered among the best in Italy for its quality-price ratio, highlighting the work of over 100 winemaking families.
ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY
The first wine guide was born in the Middle Ages
The first descriptions of Italian vines date back to the “Liber Ruralium Commodorum” by Pier de’ Crescenzi (1305), considered one of the first works dedicated to Italian oenology.
Restaurant markups: a proposal from Ricci Curbastro
The president of Equalitas proposes replacing the traditional multiplicative markup with a fixed margin, making prices more transparent and sustainable.
The bubbles that are the stars of summer
Among the best recommended labels are Italian Prosecco Superiore, Franciacorta, TrentoDoc, Durello, Lambrusco and Metodo Classico.
Summer 2026: Consumption of chilled red wines on the rise
A new market trend is emerging towards light, sparkling red wines consumed at low temperatures.
2026 harvest at historic lows
From Trapani to Franciacorta, the harvest begins 7-10 days early, confirming the effects of climate change.
Franciacorta: first harvest of July
For the first time in history, the grape harvest begins on July 30th, an event defined as extraordinary by the Consortium.
Passito di Pantelleria to President Mattarella
On the occasion of the tenth anniversary of the Pantelleria National Park, the President of the Republic receives a commemorative bottle of the famous Passito DOC.
Agricultural Consortia of Italy Grows in the Northeast
A transaction worth more than €81 million has been completed with the entry of the Friuli Venezia Giulia and Treviso-Belluno Agricultural Consortia.
Vine defense
Technical meetings against Flavescence Dorée in Piedmont.
Powdery mildew is increasingly being fought with preventative strategies.
New multifunctional irrigation techniques improve the quality and resistance of grapes to heat.
Agriculture
A tax credit of up to 20% for agricultural diesel fuel is coming.
Hailstorms in Piedmont are compromising up to 80% of crops in some wine-growing areas.
INTERNATIONAL
Fires threaten Europe’s major vineyards
France and Spain are facing fires that are threatening wine production, with particular attention to the phenomenon of “smoke taint.”
The market for no- and low-alcohol wines is growing.
According to IWSR, strong growth in consumption continues in the main global markets, especially among younger consumers.
Champagne increasingly a protagonist of wine tourism
The Maisons and small vignerons are registering a growing international tourist interest.
Champagne: the earliest harvest in history
In France, too, climate change is bringing the grape harvest forward by about two weeks compared to the historical average.
The excellence of the Classic Method
An in-depth look at the best sparkling wines produced using the classic method, from Champagne to Italy’s major appellations.
WINE EVENTS
Wine Nights – Friuli Venezia Giulia
From July 31st to August 1st, events will take place in Corno di Rosazzo, Povoletto, Duino Aurisina, and Pocenia, featuring tastings and initiatives dedicated to wine culture.
Modena: a tasting tour of Emilian excellence
An experience dedicated to the great wines and typical products of Emilia-Romagna in the historic center of Modena.
Etna protagonist
The “Vulcano, Vineyards, and Hospitality” masterclass highlights Carricante and the connection between wine, territory, and wine tourism.
Valtidone Wine Fest 2026
Four Sundays in September dedicated to the wines of the Piacenza Hills, with tastings, shows, and events in the villages of the Tidone Valley.
OltreGusto 2026
Oltrepò Pavese hosts two evenings dedicated to the area’s gastronomic identity, featuring local chefs, restaurants, and wineries.
The most relevant news of the day
The 2026 harvest was brought forward throughout Italy, marking the first July harvest in Franciacorta’s history.
Tommasi Family Estates confirms its growth model through aggregation and multi-branding.
Cantina Tollo expands its vineyard area with another 133 hectares.
No and Low Alcohol wines are growing in the main international markets.
Fires in France and Spain are putting some of Europe’s most important wine-growing areas at risk.
A tax credit for agricultural diesel fuel is now available, and investments in vineyard protection and agronomic innovation continue.
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