on the main news in the world of wine and wineries, with a strategic eye for those working in the sector.
Major updates
- Italian wine exports in the first seven months of 2025 recorded a slight decline: -0.9% in value (≈ €4.63 billion) and -3.4% in volume (~1.23 billion liters). The US market is in negative territory (€135.4 million from €183.8 million a year earlier).
- Italian exports in the first six months of 2025 showed a modest increase: 1.5% in value and 2.1% in volume.
- Italian exports to the United States in the summer months (July-August 2025) show a drastic drop of -28% in value compared to the same period in 2024, despite producers having reduced average prices.
- In the innovation/viticulture segment, an academic study highlights that the adoption of AI (machine learning, computer vision) is growing in the viticulture sector to optimize irrigation, vineyard monitoring, and smart production.
- For the 2025 harvest, Italy is estimated at ~47.4 million hectoliters (8% compared to 2024) with healthy grapes, but in a context of uncertain global demand.
- In the M&A/technology segment, Enartis and Parsec have signed an agreement to create a globally integrated player specializing in winemaking automation solutions.
- At the European level, M&A activity in the spirits/wine sector is at a 27-year low: reasons include low operating liquidity, complex logistics, and a focus on efficiency/distribution.
M&A Radar
- Deal: CASTEL-Vins acquires 100% of Tannico (an Italian wine e-commerce platform) from Campari Group and Moët Hennessy. Source: 20 Oct 2025.
- Deal: Enartis Parsec signs global integration agreement (automation/control winemaking solutions). Source: 7 days ago.
Prices & Harvest – Mini Box
- 2025 harvest: Italy estimated at ~47.4 million hl (8% vs 2024) thanks to positive general conditions.
- Grape prices (Umbria): Sangiovese sold for approximately €26-30/quintal , Merlot/Cabernet ~€28-30/quintal; approximately ‑30% less in value compared to the previous year.
- Bulk wine price: in Italy – for example Toscana rosso ≈ €200/hl, organic Maremma rosso ≈ €155/hl.
- Regional Notes: Although production is increasing, some areas are reporting potential overstocking and slow markets.
on the main news in the world of wine and wineries, with a strategic eye for those working in the sector.
Key Updates
- In Italy, the 2025 harvest is estimated at around 47.4 million hl , 8% compared to 2024: a recovering volume that brings the country back to the world top of production.
- Italian exports in the first six months of 2025 recorded a modest increase: 1.5% in value to approximately €2.8 billion and 2.1% in volume (~703.5 million litres).
- However, the US market is reporting a sharp decline: sales to the United States in the months of July-August 2025 will decrease by 28% in value compared to 2024.
- In the global bulk wine segment: exports in June 2025 equal to ~16.5 million hl (-2.3% compared to the same period in 2024) but stable value at ~€1.2 billion (-0.3%), with an average price rising to ~€0.78/litre (2.1%).
- In the fintech/wine equity sector: for example, the company Feudi di San Gregorio issued two tranches of bonds for €5 million (€3 million over 7 years and €2 million over 6 years) to finance development and innovation.
- The innovation/viticulture sector: an academic study finds that AI (machine learning, computer vision) is increasingly being adopted in viticulture contexts—vineyard monitoring, irrigation optimization, smart production.
- An important strategic decision has been made in the wine-technology segment: the merger (or acquisition) of Enartis (wine-making solutions) and Parsec (automation and process control) to create an integrated global player.
M&A Radar
- Transaction : Castel-Vins acquires 100% of the Italian e-commerce platform Tannico (previously controlled by Campari Group Moët Hennessy) – Italy/Europe.
- Transaction : Enartis acquires Parsec – a process/automation specialist – to consolidate its integrated technology offering for global wineries.
Prices & Harvest – Mini Box
- Fresh grapes in Italy: wholesale price in the last 4 weeks between US$3.68–5.52/kg (~€3.4‑5/kg) for generic grapes.
- Italian bulk wine: average price ~€0.78/litre (2.1% vs first half 2024) for bulk exports ~€155 million to Italy in H1 2025.
- Production: Harvest reported to be increasing (8% year/year) in Italy but some areas (e.g. Tuscany) have voluntarily chosen to reduce yields (e.g. from ~2.7 million hl to ~2.4 million hl) to preserve quality.
- Climate notes: in the Alto Adige area the harvest is completed, healthy grapes despite the temperature variations.
on the main news in the world of wine and wineries, with a strategic eye for those working in the sector.
Key updates
- In Italy, the 2025 harvest is estimated at around 47.4 million hl , 8% compared to 2024: a recovering volume that brings the country back to the world top of production.
- In the Alto Adige region, the harvest ended early, with healthy, high-quality grapes: despite a season marked by significant temperature fluctuations, the qualitative result is considered promising.
- Italian exports in the first six months of 2025 recorded a modest increase: 1.5% in value to approximately €2.8 billion and 2.1% in volume (~703.5 million litres).
- However, the US market is reporting a sharp decline: sales to the United States in the months of July-August 2025 will decrease by 28% in value compared to 2024.
- In the global bulk wine segment: exports in June 2025 equal to ~16.5 million hl (-2.3% compared to the same period in 2024) but stable value at ~€1.2 billion (-0.3%), with an average price rising to ~€0.78/litre (2.1%).
- In the fintech/wine equity sector: for example, Feudi di San Gregorio issued two tranches of bonds for €5 million (€3 million over 7 years and €2 million over 6 years) to finance development and innovation.
- A recent M&A transaction: Castel-Vins acquired 100% of the Italian e-commerce platform Tannico, previously controlled by Campari Group and Moët Hennessy.
M&A Radar
| Operation | Parties involved | Size / geography | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acquisition of Tannico (Italy) | Castel‑Vins ← Tannic (Campari Moët Hennessy) | 100% of the platform, Italy/Europe | |
| Enartis ← Parsec Strategic Agreement | Enartis – Parsec | Global (winemaking equipment supplier) |
Prices & Harvest – Mini Box
- Fresh grapes in Italy: wholesale price in the last 4 weeks between US$3.68–5.52/kg (~€3.4‑5/kg) for generic grapes.
- Italian bulk wine: average price ~€0.78/litre (2.1% vs first half 2024) bulk export ~€155 million Italy in H1 2025.
- Production: Harvest reported to be increasing (8% year/year) in Italy but some areas (e.g. Tuscany) have voluntarily chosen to reduce yields (e.g. from ~2.7 million hl to ~2.4 million hl) to preserve quality.
- Climate notes: in the Alto Adige area the harvest is complete, healthy grapes despite temperature variations.
on the main news in the world of wine and wineries, with a strategic eye for those working in the sector.
Key updates
- Italian wine exports in the first six months of 2025 recorded a modest increase: 1.5% in value (approximately €2.8 billion) and 2.1% in volume (~703.5 million litres).
- However, the trend in recent months shows signs of weakness: for example, Italian exports to the USA in the months of July-August 2025 fell by 28% in value.
- Globally, world wine trade is slowing: for example, the bulk wine market is reporting production surpluses and struggling prices.
- Regarding production in Italy: the 2025 harvest is estimated to grow (~47.4 million hl, 8% vs. 2024) with healthy grapes, but in some regions—e.g. Tuscany—a voluntary reduction in yields is recorded (from ~2.7 to ~2.4 million hl) to protect quality and reputation.
- On the quality and environmental front, many operators report grapes “in good condition, concentrated” in various areas, for example Primitivo in Puglia, although concerns remain about drought and stockpiling.
- Innovation: Growing attention is being paid to the use of AI in the winemaking industry (viticulture, production, and wine tourism) as a lever for sustainability and competitive differentiation.
M&A Radar
| Deal / Rumor | Parties involved | Size (if known) | Geography | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acquisition of the Valle Talloria business unit of Italian Wine Brands by Caffo Group 1915 (Piedmont) | Caffo Group 1915 – Italian Wine Brands | undeclared (production unit) | Italy, Piedmont | |
| Acquisition of Parsec by the winemaking company Enartis | Enartis – Parsec | not made public | Global (winemaking equipment supplier) |
Prices & Harvest – Mini Box
- Grape prices : In Italy, wholesale prices for wine grapes range around €40-60 per quintal in the Veneto/Vicenza DOCs.
- Bulk wine trend : The bulk wine market in Italy is showing signs of falling prices due to high supply.
- 2025 harvest : Italian estimates indicative of ~47.4 million hl (8% vs 2024) but with containment choices in some areas (Tuscany estimated ~2.4 million hl vs ~2.7 in 2024) to preserve quality.
- Climate/Quality Notes : Healthy grapes, good concentration, especially in areas like Puglia for Primitivo; however, caution is needed in southern areas where drought remains a risk.