100Etna, the event to showcase the volcano's food and wine diversity.

The appointment with 100Etna , the food and wine event conceived and curated by Irene Foti , hospitality entrepreneur and soul of the La Fucina restaurant in Vulcano di Bronte (CT), returns on Saturday 5 September 2026.

Founded in 2024 with the aim of exploring and showcasing the many facets of volcanic viticulture and food and wine, the event reaches its third edition this year, consolidating its core mission: to narrate the volcano in its entirety, showcasing a wide range of wine and food products united by excellence.

A meeting of producers, professionals, enthusiasts, and above all, a curious audience eager to grasp the essence of the choral storytelling made up of tastings, haute cuisine, and technical insights.

NEW IN 2026: THE ROSÉ MASTERCLASS AND THE LAUNCH OF THE TRILOGY

The major new feature of the 2026 edition on the wine front is the debut of an exceptional educational and informative program, born from the intuition of Lopis and Foti: the launch of a trilogy of masterclasses that over the coming years will analyze in detail the different expressive souls of Etna wines.

The first chapter, scheduled for Saturday 5 September, will be entirely dedicated to the most eclectic and heterogeneous typology of the volcanic panorama: the Rosés of Etna .

Built around a central and thought-provoking question— "What is the volcano's typical rosé expression?" —the tasting, curated by Valeria Lopis, will compare the different facets of Nerello Mascalese vinified as a rosé. Commentary by sommeliers Claudio Di Maria and Carmine Galasso, whose sensory analysis will provide insight into the extraordinary evolution of Etna's rosé wines, will enrich the discussion with the experience and insight of Maurizio Lunetta, Director of the Etna DOC Consortium.

This first event officially inaugurates a trilogy that, in future editions of 100Etna, will explore the white and red wines of Etna.

"100Etna was born from a profound desire to showcase the true authenticity of our region, uniting glass and dish in one grand narrative," explain creators Irene Foti and Valeria Lopis . "This year, between our research into Rosé wines and the extraordinary culinary interpretations of Chef Sandro Chiù and Lele Scandurra using Bronte Pistachio DOP, we will offer a complete and unrepeatable sensory experience."

A GASTRONOMIC PROPOSAL OF EXCELLENCE: CHEF SANDRO CHIÙ

To complete the sensory experience of 100Etna 2026 there will be a high-profile gastronomic proposal, designed to enhance the excellence of the area and, in particular, the symbolic raw material of the Bronte side: his majesty the Bronte Pistachio DOP .

The kitchen will be directed by resident Chef Sandro Rinaldo Chiù , who has created a menu for the occasion featuring several culinary offerings that interpret Bronte's green gold in new, contemporary ways, with a great balance of flavours.

A special guest at the event will also be the famous Etna pizza chef Lele Scandurra , who will enrich the taste program with a signature creation made live : a special proposal conceived as a true gastronomic tribute to the Bronte Pistachio DOP.

MOTOR & DESIGN: THE NEW AUDI CARS PREVIEWED WITH COMERSUD

Demonstrating the transversal nature and lifestyle appeal of 100Etna 2026, this year's edition is enriched by a new and prestigious collaboration in the name of art, design, and innovation. For the first time, a new Audi automotive model will be previewed during the event, thanks to a partnership with the renowned dealership ComerSud of Misterbianco , and the works of artist Fabrizio Foti will be on display, offering the public a calligraphic vision and reflection of Etna .

A perfect combination of the German brand's engineering sophistication and the authentic charm of the Etna region, it will offer event guests an even more exclusive visual and emotional experience.

Thanks to the sponsors

The Bronte Green Pistachio DOP Consortium; the Nebrodi Provola DOP Consortium for its excellent flavor; Banca Mediolanum, led by Salvatore Passè, a financial advisor and author of "How to Build Your Financial Fortress"; Comer Sud SpA, a Sicilian dealer since 1980; Enoiltech SRL, a leading supplier of equipment and consulting for wineries; Immana, a micro-bakery using sourdough starter, conceived by Salvina Abbadessa; and Pistì Sicilia, a large pastry shop specializing in Bronte and Sicilian pastries.

INFO, PRESS ACCREDITATION AND RESERVATIONS

The event will take place on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at La Fucina di Vulcano, starting at 6:00 PM. Space for the masterclass and food tastings is limited, and reservations are required.

Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.it/e/biglietti-100etna-cento-vini-ed-espressioni-del-vulcano-1996104264589