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
New openings, investments and hospitality
Palazzo di Varignana inaugurates Borgo alle Crete , a new agriturismo nestled among vineyards and olive groves in the Bologna hills. The project reinforces the model that integrates wine, olive oil, hospitality, and wellness.
San Lorenzo Vini (Abruzzo) presents new projects dedicated to the Classic Method from Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and the revival of the historic Maiolica grape variety, confirming the link between tradition, culture, and innovation.
Fosso degli Angeli (Campania) is launching three new labels— Sfizio, Uapp, and Dalla Luna —focusing on organic, indigenous yeasts, and more contemporary wines to attract new consumers.
Val d’Oca expands its Heritage line with the new Cartizze Extra Brut , characterized by minimal dosage, sustainable packaging and a modern style.
Pasqua Vini recounts the international success of its 11 Minutes Rosé , which has become one of the symbols of Italian winemaking innovation.
Roberto Sarotto is renewing his charitable project for Barolo aged in the world’s largest barrel, donating part of the proceeds to charitable initiatives.
La Meriggia offers a summer calendar dedicated to wine, wellness, and music with the “Calici e Lavanda” events.
ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY
Climate and vineyards
The exceptional heat continues to worry the sector. According to Professor Leonardo Valenti , there is no emergency situation in the vineyards yet, but the next 7-10 days will be crucial. The rainy spring has ensured good water reserves, while maintaining vegetation to protect the grapes is recommended.
In the Aosta Valley the vineyards are in good condition, but there is growing concern about the drought and the spread of the insect Popillia japonica .
Montalbera is expecting one of the earliest harvests in decades: the first harvests could begin as early as the first week of August due to the high temperatures.
Wine territories
The Castelli Romani are presented as an example of integrating quality winemaking, sustainability, and wine tourism, through the experiences of Tenuta San Leo, Casale Mattia, and Villa Franca.
Gallura confirms its strategic role as the home of Vermentino DOCG and an area of great entrepreneurial interest thanks to the experiences of Vini Mura, Piero Mancini, and Tenute Delogu.
The Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG Consortium continues its international promotion program between Europe and the United States to strengthen the denomination’s positioning.
Tastings and featured wines
The day features numerous reviews dedicated to Italian wines:
Pascolo Collio Sauvignon Blanc 2024.
Bibi Graetz Testamatta Bianco 2025.
Val d’Oca Cartizze Extra Brut 2025.
Riofavara Moscato Bianco “Vigna Miucia” 2025.
Mandrarossa Catarratto Lalbira 2025.
Gall Collio Friulano 2024.
A selection of the best Lugana wines under €15 for summer.
INTERNATIONAL
Research and innovation
Texas A&M University will send grape seeds to the International Space Station to study the effects of cosmic radiation on grape genetics. The goal is to understand how to develop new varieties and, ultimately, produce the first wine made from plants grown from seeds that have traveled through space.
Markets
International Rosé Day 2026 confirms the continued global success of rosé wines. France maintains its production leadership, while Italy consolidates its growth and expands its presence in international markets.
WINE EVENTS
International Rosé Day 2026 celebrates the global growth of rosé wine as an increasingly cross-section of consumer categories.
AIS Veneto crowns Nicola Martin best Sommelier of Veneto 2026.
The “Calici e Lavanda” summer events organized by Agriturismo La Meriggia in the Marche region continue.
The San Lorenzo winery is organizing the third edition of “A Day at San Lorenzo,” dedicated to wine, culture, and the region.
NEWS
A serious fire has hit the Cantina Sociale in Quistello (Mantua), causing extensive damage to the warehouse, event area, and the building’s roof. No injuries were reported and no environmental risks were identified; arson has been ruled out.
In Montebelluna, the graduation celebrations, with toasts deemed excessive within the school, are causing controversy.
Today’s trends
Heat remains the main risk factor for the 2026 wine growing campaign.
Investments in wine tourism, rural hospitality, and winery experiences are growing.
Prosecco DOCG continues its internationalization strategy.
Organic, sustainability, and the recovery of historic vines become central elements of the companies’ development.
Innovation reaches space, with genetic research on vines conducted on the International Space Station.
Rosé wine consolidates its growth in international markets and in summer consumption.
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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
Tenuta Etna Nord will focus on district wines from 2027.
The Cantoni family (Fattoria Fibbiano) continues its investment in Northern Etna with the aim of promoting the individual districts through wines with a strong identity, respecting the peculiarities of the volcanic territory.
Zorzettig presents the 2024 Myò Pinot Bianco
The historic winery in the Colli Orientali del Friuli region is relaunching its Myò line with a new image and highlighting Pinot Bianco as a symbol of elegance and territoriality.
Collina dei Ciliegi develops the “wine hospitality” model
The Veronese winery strengthens its position in wine tourism through high-altitude wines, catering, and integrated hospitality.
Arnaldo Caprai awarded for social inclusion
For the fourth consecutive year, the Umbrian winery has received the UNHCR “Welcome. Working for Refugee Integration” award, confirming its commitment to social responsibility.
Sapaio invests in architecture and territorial identity
The project for the new winery designed by Massimo Piccin, which integrates production, culture, architecture, and local development, continues in Bibbona.
Masseria Surani focuses on young consumers
The Tommasi Group winery emphasizes how the language of wine must become simpler and more inclusive to bring new generations closer together.
Carpi and Sorbara winery seeks relaunch
To avoid bankruptcy, some historic production sites are being put up for sale while the negotiated resolution of the crisis continues.
Cantina Bolzano reduces CO₂ emissions by 44%.
The South Tyrolean cooperative confirms the important results achieved thanks to the new CasaClima Wine headquarters and publishes its second Sustainability Report.
Italian Wine and Oenology
Sector policy and strategies
European Wine Summit: Marzia Varvaglione’s appeal
During the European Summit in Taranto, a strong message was sent to institutions: it was necessary to defend European funds earmarked for wine and strengthen the cultural and social role of the sector.
Confcooperative proposes to stop new vineyards
The wine cooperative is calling for a temporary suspension of permits for new plantings to rebalance the market and contain overproduction.
CMO Wine Third Countries
The deadline for submitting applications for promotion projects in non-EU markets has been extended to July 7, 2026.
Market and consumption
Decanter World Wine Awards 2026
Italy takes second place in the world behind France with:
2,059 medals overall
6 wines in the “Best in Show” category
excellent results distributed across all Italian regions.
Summer 2026 Trends According to Partesa
New trends emerge:
growth of native whites
return of single-varietal wines
expansion of the wine lists
growth of non-alcoholic beers
aperitif increasingly central to consumption.
The future is in quality daily reds
The market demands more elegant, balanced, and easily drinkable red wines without sacrificing personality.
Innovation and research
Eight startups will transform Italian wine
The Wine Tech Challenge selects eight startups dedicated to:
Artificial intelligence
export
price monitoring
digitalization
dealcoholization
sustainability
technological innovation.
Autolysis becomes the new winemaking trend
More and more producers are using long aging on the fine lees to obtain complex, mineral wines with new aromatic characteristics.
Luigi Moio: Identity matters, not just longevity.
During a technical lecture in Gavi, the professor emphasizes that the value of a wine lies in its ability to maintain its territorial identity over time.
Viticulture
More and more vineyards are being entrusted to contractors
Over the last twenty years, the use of outsourced processing has increased by 400%, a sign of growing specialization in the sector.
Record heat in Europe
CREA highlights how climate change is profoundly altering viticulture and requiring new agronomic strategies.
Trentino invests €1.45 million to renovate its vineyards.
A new call for proposals has been published for the renovation of vineyards, with a focus on sustainability and native grape varieties.
Territories and denominations
Emilia-Romagna: analysis of regional wine biodiversity.
Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG: qualitative evolution of the denomination.
Colli di Conegliano DOCG: the Consortium presents its new strategic territorial development plan.
Safety
Driving and alcohol
An in-depth look at the blood alcohol limits set by the Highway Code, along with practical information on risks and penalties.
Smuggling of fine wine
256 high-value bottles seized at the Italian-Swiss border.
International Scenario
The United States is changing tastes
For the first time, spirits have surpassed wine in American consumers’ preferences, highlighting a structural shift in the market.
Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards
Six world-class Italian wine lists have been confirmed, strengthening the prestige of Italian dining.
European Wine Summit
Europe opens discussions on the future of the CAP, support for the sector, and health policies related to wine.
Wine Events
Audience in the Vatican
A delegation led by Riccardo Cotarella met with Pope Leo XIV to symbolically entrust the future of Italian viticulture to his blessing.
Wine Notes 2026
The San Clemente festival dedicates three events to Veneto, Lazio, and Calabria, featuring tastings, regional cuisine, and music.
Morbegno in the Cellar 2026
New management for the next five years and expansion of the calendar to include Friday evening openings.
Very good 2026
The Campania charity event raised €268,845 for pediatric cancer research.
Today’s trends
There is a growing demand for national planning to contain production.
Technological innovation and Artificial Intelligence are becoming a permanent feature of the supply chain.
Environmental sustainability and social responsibility become competitive elements.
Wine tourism continues to be one of the main drivers of development.
Consumers are changing: we need simpler and more inclusive language.
Climate change remains the main agricultural challenge of the next decade.
Prosecco continues to confirm its position as one of the most solid and strategic agricultural investments in the Italian wine scene.
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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
Col Sandago renews its line of still wines
Complete restyling of the White Incrocio Manzoni and Red Merlot Marzemino labels. New premium positioning, modern design, and enhanced local identity.
Tenuta Santa Maria invests in Amarone and wine tourism
This historic Valpolicella winery promotes the Brolo dei Poeti cru and attracts over 15,000 visitors a year, offering cultural and experiential hospitality.
Bersano renews his “Icons”
The historic Piedmontese winery presents a major rebranding project to strengthen its identity, recognition, and brand value.
Stella Estate (Collio)
The company strengthens its sustainability positioning with the “Coltivatori di Vita” philosophy and presents the new organic Ribolla Gialla Pas Dosé Metodo Classico.
San Lorenzo Farm
Non-DOC Verdicchio continues to receive international recognition, including from the New York Times, demonstrating how quality and identity can transcend denominations.
The Vineyards of Zamò
The Friulian winery relaunches Friulano with a new interpretation of the region’s iconic grape variety after the Tocai era.
Zenato
Alberto Zenato acquires the majority stake in the family business, while Nadia Zenato will focus her activities on cultural and international projects.
Carpi and Sorbara Winery
The negotiated resolution of the crisis has been extended until October 15th. The sale of properties and production sites is expected to avoid bankruptcy.
Meregalli Group
The Historical Archive and the Cellar officially join Museimpresa, recognizing 170 years of entrepreneurial history.
Signorvino continues to grow
The chain will reach approximately 50 stores by the end of 2026 with new openings in Italy and expansion abroad.
New wine shop in Belluno
A new store specializing in quality wines and premium products opens in the city’s historic center.
Al Bano Carrisi
An in-depth look at the winemaking history of the famous Apulian artist’s company and its estates in Salento.
Poggiali Family – Fèlsina
The family’s 60 years in Chianti Classico and the 40 years of the Rancia and Fontalloro labels were celebrated.
Italian Wine and Oenology
Italian exports outside the EU
Exports remain negative (-8.5%) but show signs of recovery. In the United States, April saw the first positive figure (1.6%) after ten consecutive months of decline.
New markets: South America
The “Simply Italian Great Wines” tour brings 30 Italian wineries to Brazil and Mexico to develop new business opportunities.
Rosé continues to grow
Forecasts indicate a global market of over $5 billion by 2032. The role of Italian rosé is also growing.
Red wine served chilled
Prestigious sommeliers confirm that serving great red wines at 13-14°C during the summer is now a new trend.
Moscato d’Asti DOCG
The production limit of 85 quintals per hectare has also been confirmed for the 2026 harvest, the result of an agreement between the agricultural sector and the industry.
Mandrolisai
A new artistic map of the area, inspired by Sardinian murals, has been presented to promote the local winemaking heritage.
Wine tourism increasingly strategic
According to UniCredit-Nomisma Wine Monitor, wine tourism generated over €3 billion in 2025, contributing an average of 21% of Italian wineries’ turnover.
Association of Oenologists in the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV met Riccardo Cotarella and a delegation of Assoenologi (Italian Wine Associations) in a meeting dedicated to the values of peace and wine.
Reflections on the future of the sector
An editorial dedicated to the cultural changes in wine consumption and the generational challenges facing the sector.
International Markets
United States
Minister Francesco Lollobrigida accompanied approximately 400 Italian companies to the Fancy Food Show in New York. In the first four months of 2026, Italian agri-food exports to the US grew by 3.7%.
Latin America
Brazil and Mexico emerge among the most promising markets for Italian wine thanks to the growth in average consumption values.
Georgia
In Abruzzo, Bolla officially debuts the new generation of Georgian sparkling wines in Italy, alongside the thousand-year-old tradition of qvevri wines.
Wine Spectator Awards
The “Nando al Pallone” resort enters among the best wine lists in the world, obtaining the Best of Award of Excellence.
Wine Events
Bererosa 2026
Paololeo and Candido are the stars of Italy’s leading rosé wine events between Rome and Lecce.
BorghiAmo 2026
The Aosta Valley offers a festival that combines wine, culture, music, history, and the promotion of historic villages.
Out of the Cellar
Sicilian wine tastings will resume on July 3rd at the Kolymbethra Garden.
Belluno Dolomites Summer 2026
A rich calendar of cultural, artistic, and food and wine events spread throughout the area.
Columbus
An event dedicated to Pinot Noir, the royal cuisine of the Savoy family, and the history of Piedmontese winemaking.
Strategic Trends of the Day
Exports continue to slowly improve after difficult months.
The United States is showing the first concrete signs of recovery.
Brazil and Mexico become priority markets for internationalization.
Wine tourism remains one of the main economic drivers of Italian wineries.
Investments in branding, restyling and corporate identity are growing.
Rosé wine continues to increase its weight in global consumption.
Packaging, hospitality, and direct sales are increasingly strategic elements for the competitiveness of wine companies.
Culture, art, and tourism are becoming increasingly integrated factors in the promotion of Italian wine.
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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
Compagnia del Gusto Acquires Cantine Romagnoli
The Italian wine sector continues to consolidate. Compagnia del Gusto Holding has acquired the historic Cantine Romagnoli dei Colli Piacentini (45 hectares of vineyards), integrating it into its winemaking business unit. The operation, led by Ettore Nicoletto, aims to strengthen its presence and distribution in the markets.
Marchesi Frescobaldi presents Gorgona 2025
The fourteenth vintage of Gorgona has been presented, the wine that symbolizes the social project developed on the prison island of Gorgona. A model of reintegration through viticulture, it continues to represent one of the most innovative experiences in Italian wine.
Le Vigne di Zamò focuses on Friulian
Pierluigi Zamò announces a major project dedicated to the Friulano grape variety, featuring five new interpretations. This strategy aims to enhance the territorial identity of Friuli Venezia Giulia.
Cantina Pertinace celebrates 50 harvests
The historic Barbaresco cooperative celebrates half a century of activity. Today, it has 23 members, 120 hectares of vineyards, and an annual production of approximately 800,000 bottles.
Colombaio di Cencio and the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
The winery led by Andrea Farinetti continues its journey of enhancing the Gaiole in Chianti crus with the Gran Selezione Vinci 2021, a high-end expression of Sangiovese.
Dosio and high-altitude Barolo
In La Morra, interest in higher, cooler vineyards is growing as a response to climate change. The Dosio winery represents one of the most interesting examples of the Langhe’s adaptation to new climate conditions.
Roberto Di Meo celebrates 100 years of history
“Cuvée 100 Roberto Di Meo” is born, a Fiano obtained from the blend of ten different vintages to celebrate the 60th birthday of the founder and the 40th anniversary of the Irpinia winery.
Dogliani bids farewell to Maria Astegiano
The Dolcetto world mourns Maria Astegiano, a historic figure at the Chionetti winery and a key figure in the company’s growth over the past decades.
ITALIAN WINE AND OENOLOGY
Valoritalia: bottling volumes are decreasing
In 2025, Italian bottling recorded a 2.1% drop, while in the first five months of 2026 the decline reached 5.4%.
Positive signs:
DOC and DOCG: 1%
Sparkling wines: 1.7%
Rosé: 5.7%
Still whites: 6.3%
In trouble:
Red wines: over -13%
IGT wines: -11%
Veneto towards a bountiful harvest
Initial estimates indicate a potentially high production, in line with 2025. However, the spread of flavescence dorée and the high level of wine stocks are worrying.
They grow white and pink
Market data confirm a now consolidated trend:
consumers oriented towards fresher wines;
lower alcohol content;
greater drinkability.
The phenomenon affects both the Italian and international markets.
Schioppettino di Prepotto: the wine tourism project is born
The Schioppettino Producers Association is launching a strategic plan that combines grape variety promotion, local marketing, and wine tourism.
Packaging and branding increasingly decisive
Mario Di Paolo, author of the rebranding of the historic Bersano winery, emphasizes how packaging is now a key tool for attracting new consumers and differentiating oneself in the market.
Wine Holes: A Heritage to Be Promoted
In Florence, the rediscovery of historic “wine holes” continues. Over 424 registered openings are becoming an important tourist and cultural attraction.
INTERNATIONAL MARKETS
Spain produces more white wines than red ones
For the first time, white wine accounts for 57% of Spanish production, compared to 43% for reds.
Strategic signal: a change that confirms the new orientation of global consumers towards fresher, lighter wines.
Wine e-commerce on the rise
According to IWSR, alcohol e-commerce will exceed $36 billion by 2028.
Mail Boxes Etc has launched “MBE Wine for Europe”, a platform dedicated to the cross-border direct sale of wine within the European Union.
US tariffs and Italian wine
In Chianti Rufina, concern is growing over US trade policies.
Recorded Effects:
exports 2025: -3.4%;
reduction of margins;
greater trade uncertainty.
Companies are accelerating their market diversification efforts.
Vietnam, a new strategic market
The second edition of Wines Experience Vietnam 2026 will take place in Ho Chi Minh City on June 25 and 26.
Event numbers:
over 75 Italian producers;
approximately 600 ASEAN buyers and operators;
focus on importers, distribution and hospitality.
Southeast Asia confirms itself as one of the most promising areas for Italian wine.
Art and wine: Damien Hirst signs Château La Coste
The British artist creates the label for the rosé “Madame B”, confirming the growing dialogue between contemporary art and premium wine.
WINE TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY
Wineries increasingly playing a leading role in tourism
According to the Observatory, the Golosario Wine Tour:
over 60% of wineries increase direct sales thanks to wine tourism;
40% invests in hospitality;
82% of visitors are looking for immersive experiences.
Wine tourism remains one of the sector’s key drivers of growth.
Tenuta Santa Maria focuses on experience
The historic Valpolicella Classica region enhances its annual program of tours and tastings, integrating historical heritage, wine, and hospitality.
Montescudaio: the wine village by the sea
The Tuscan village between Pisa and the coast is proving to be an emerging destination for wine tourism thanks to its local DOC and its scenic beauty.
Castelli Romani: VVL is born
Eleven producers founded the “Vignaioli del Vulcano Laziale” association to revitalize one of the historic areas of Italian viticulture.
WINE EVENTS
WMF 2026 – Bologna (June 24-26)
Ample space will be given to digital agriculture, artificial intelligence applied to agri-food, and the bioeconomy.
Gustus 2026 – Vicenza (September 19-20)
Over 30 wineries and more than 120 labels will be featured at the event dedicated to the wines of the Berici Hills, Vicenza, and Gambellara.
Terra Madre Salone del Gusto 2026 – Turin (September 24-27)
This is the first edition without Carlo Petrini. The Atlases of the Ark of Taste, a monumental work dedicated to Italian agri-food biodiversity, will be presented.
Feudo Stagnone & Cantine Birgi on Tour
The food and wine tour departs from Cefalù and will visit Sicily, Rome, and Milan, with guided tastings and gourmet pairings.
Jazz in the Vineyard – Murgo
On June 28th, Murgo’s first Sicilian Classic Method Jeroboam will debut on Etna as part of the Jazz in Vigna festival.
Prepotto’s Schioppettino in Villa
An event on June 27th dedicated to Prepotto’s iconic grape variety, featuring tastings, food, and music.
OST – Temporary Starred Restaurant
On June 29th, a signature dinner under the “Strawberry Moon” will showcase the region, its cuisine, and local wines in the Casentinesi Forest Park.
THE THREE TRENDS TO MONITOR
1. Advance of white wines
Spain, Italy, and international markets confirm the progressive shift in consumption toward white, rosé, and lower-alcohol wines.
2. Wine tourism as a driver of profitability
Wineries that invest in hospitality see significant increases in direct sales and customer loyalty.
3. The concentration of the sector is growing
Acquisitions, mergers, and the increased influence of major denominations confirm a phase of consolidation in the Italian wine industry.
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