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Wine press review for Saturday, July 4, 2026!

  • 04/07/2026

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

Terlano Winery, the best cooperative in the world

German magazine Weinwirtschaft crowns Cantina Terlano the World's Best Cooperative 2026. Cavit takes second place globally and first among Italian cooperatives.

Banfi Winery Victim of Massive Theft

Over 3,000 bottles of Alta Langa DOCG were stolen from Banfi's Piedmont headquarters. The company is relying on label traceability to recover the stolen wine.

Contini Winery Celebrates 30 Years of Karmis

Limited edition for the famous Sardinian white Karmis with new graphics and a commemorative Magnum.

Corte Sant'Alda celebrates Marinella Camerani's 40th birthday.

An original event dedicated to biodiversity and the production philosophy of the historic Valpolicella winemaker.

Destefanis presents "L'Île"

On July 11th, an event combining wine, art, and nature will take place in Roero on the winery's panoramic terrace.

Italian Wine

2026 Harvest: Numerous Consortia Reduce Yields

High inventories and a slowing market are leading several Italian consortia to reduce production to maintain a balance between supply and demand.

Irrigation in vineyards: CREA proposes a revolution

Climate change makes it necessary to modify the denomination regulations to consider irrigation a normal practice.

Morellino del Cuore 2026

The ten wineries that represent the Morellino di Scansano DOCG denomination were selected through blind tastings.

Prosecco DOCG is best tasted... in the dark

A sensory experiment organized by the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Consortium to showcase the Rive and the concept of terroir.

Summer wine

Interest in fresher, lighter, and easier-to-drink wines is growing. Red wines, served at the right temperature, are also gaining ground.

Dealcoholized wines

The debate over the future of alcohol-free wines continues. The market is growing especially abroad, while in Italy it remains limited.

Farewell to Franco Bernabei

The wine world bids farewell to one of Italy's greatest winemakers, a key figure in the Italian wine Renaissance and a benchmark for Sangiovese.

Italian Oenology

Orange Feud Hekate 2022

Presented is the Sicilian passito obtained with a particular double harvest and innovative techniques.

Feudo Maccari Grillo Vigna Firraru 2024

A new interpretation of Sicilian Grillo, aged in wood and produced organically.

Five Italian reds perfect for summer

From Grignolino to Southern Italian reds, the selection of fresh red wines is growing even during the summer season.

Müller Thurgau: 19 wineries awarded

The 23rd International Competition dedicated to Müller Thurgau has concluded, with awards for numerous Italian and European companies.

International Wine

European Union Wine Package

The European Commission presents its new strategic plan to support the wine sector amid climate change, innovation, and wine tourism.

Neymar enters the world of wine

The Brazilian champion launches the "Le Prince" brand to promote wine consumption in the Brazilian market.

Château d'Esclans

The renowned French company continues to lead the evolution of high-quality rosés.

Blaufränkisch 2026

The Falstaff guide's ranking of the best wines from Austria and neighboring countries has been published.

Rioja Blanco Gran Reserva Viña Tondonia 2004

An in-depth look at one of Spain's great white wines for aging.

Wine Tourism and Hospitality

The Subida tells the story of the Collio

The Sirk family's country resort continues to represent a symbol of Friulian food and wine hospitality.

Signature wineries in Alto Adige

Among vineyards, castles, and cycling routes, the wine tourism offering is growing.

Falkensteiner focuses on gastronomy

Haute cuisine becomes a strategic element for quality tourism in the group's Italian properties.

Marche Express Tour

The Marche Region promotes young agricultural entrepreneurs, sustainability, and rural development.

Wine Culture

Wine etiquette

How to behave when bringing a bottle to dinner and what mistakes to avoid, according to etiquette experts.

Milan opens Arcane Wines

A new wine bar dedicated to artisanal wines with a menu defined as "anti-speculation."

Spritz

A reflection on the value of transparency towards consumers when choosing an aperitif.

Territory, Agriculture and Sustainability

Val di Cornia defends the wine-growing landscape

The Consortium opposes the construction of large energy plants that could compromise the territory.

Agricultural Land Bank

Ismea is selling over 600 hectares in Tuscany to promote generational turnover.

Wine Events

  • Vino al Borgo 2026
  • VII Challenge of the Shires
  • Summer Bakkanali
  • European Wine Summit
  • A Dialogue in the Dark dedicated to Prosecco DOCG
  • Event L'Île della Cantina Destefanis

The most important news of the day

  • Cantina Terlano is the best cooperative in the world.
  • Cavit confirms its Italian leadership.
  • The Consortia are reducing yields for the 2026 harvest.
  • CREA proposes a revision of the irrigation regulations.
  • The European Union presents the new Wine Package.
  • Farewell to Franco Bernabei, protagonist of the rebirth of Italian wine.
  • The market for dealcoholized wines is growing.
  • Neymar invests in the wine sector.
  • Banfi reports the theft of over 3,000 bottles of Alta Langa DOCG.
  • Wine tourism continues to be one of the main drivers of the development of Italian wine.

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