Wine press review for Saturday, June 6, 2026!

Italian Wineries

Venissa presents the new Venetian Dorona Crus. The Bisol family promotes the revival of Dorona through three crus grown on the islands of the northern Venice lagoon, confirming the growing interest in historic vines and unique territorial identities.

The Vatican's Official Wine Is Born. The Villa Russiz Foundation will produce the red blend "Laudato Sie," intended for official Holy See events. Initial production will be 5,000 bottles from the Collio Friulano area. Moncalisse: A New Trentodoc Project Is Born. Julia and Karoline Walch are launching a new winery dedicated exclusively to Trentodoc on Monte Calisio, focusing on establishing a distinct identity from the historic family winery. Pertinace Closes 2025 with Record Revenue. The Treiso cooperative celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first Barbaresco, confirming financial results that buck the trend of the international market. Ceretto Strengthens Wine Tourism in the Langhe. In La Morra, "Le Brunate" opens, a new restaurant nestled in the vineyards, designed to bring together hospitality, local tradition, and a food and wine experience. New Awards for the Giuntelli Winery in Sardinia. Three international awards confirm the quality of the work with native Sardinian grape varieties and strengthen the visibility of the Trexenta region. Roeno promotes the Terradeiforti DOC The company continues to invest in biodiversity, native vines and the longevity of its wines, with particular attention to Enantio.

Italian Wine and Italian Oenology

UIV proposes a plan to contain production. Unione Italiana Vini approves a package of measures to rebalance supply and demand: reduced yields, a temporary ban on new plantings, and updated specifications.

Piedmont: Anti-crisis strategy called for. Cia Piemonte and Valle d'Aosta proposes green harvesting, limits on new plantings, and general wine conditions to address the slowdown.

Italian wine is not in crisis, but must change. The Envisioning2035 summit highlights the need to invest in management, new markets, speed of decision-making, positioning, and new consumers. Wine tourism and emerging markets will be the drivers of the future. According to Nomisma Wine Monitor, wine tourism already generates over €3 billion and represents one of the sector's main growth opportunities. Vermentino as the new Pinot Grigio. Ettore Nicoletto suggests building a new international phenomenon around Vermentino, expanding the Italian offering beyond Prosecco and Pinot Grigio. Pinot Grigio del Collio takes center stage. The extraordinary capacity for evolution of Pinot Grigio del Collio has been recognized, increasingly identified as a quality, territorial wine. Sicily confirms its leadership in wine tourism. The island's leading companies highlight a growing demand for authentic, quality experiences tied to the region. Marina Cvetic named Cavaliere del Lavoro. Recognized for her contribution to the international promotion of Abruzzo and Italian wine and the promotion of regenerative agriculture. Mariano Murru, Knight of Merit of the Republic, was recognized for his contribution to the growth of Sardinian wine and the international recognition of Argiolas wines. Alto Adige Schiava takes center stage at the Vernatsch Cup. Fliederhof and Ansitz Waldgries won the title of "Vernatsch of the Year," confirming the qualitative growth of Alto Adige Schiava.

International Scenario

Global wine market still under pressure. Declining consumption and exports, full warehouses, and reduced margins continue to worry the sector, especially in the Piedmontese production areas.

China opens new opportunities for Italian companies. A memorandum of collaboration has been signed with Confapi to encourage investment and commercial development of Italian companies in the Chinese market. Vetropack presents Europe's lightest bottle. The new 350-gram Reno bottle reduces emissions, logistics costs, and environmental impact throughout the wine supply chain. Farewell to Mario Matasci. A historic figure in Swiss winemaking and Ticino's artistic culture has passed away at the age of 94.

Agricultural Policies and Regulations

Agea surpasses €10 billion in aid disbursed. A record amount of aid to Italian agriculture is expected in 2025, with a significant increase in resources for rural development and business support.

New decree on Protection Consortia The Ministry strengthens the role of the DOP and IGP Consortia in promoting, defending, and enhancing certified Italian products.

Wine Events

Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG Selection – June 9th In Montebelluna, a new formula directly involving the Ho.Re.Ca. sector and supply chain operators.

Wine Experience Abruzzo – June 18 in Rome. Twenty-two wineries will showcase their regional excellence to the press, industry professionals, and wine lovers. Meetings with the Author and Wine – Lignano. From June 11 to September 3, one of the most important cultural and food and wine events in Friuli Venezia Giulia returns. Colline Teramane è Vino. The event dedicated to Abruzzo's first DOCG makes its debut, featuring tastings and masterclasses. Cantine all'Aperto – Cesena. Tastings, producers, and social initiatives to promote Romagna wine and inclusion. Città del Vino 2026 International Wine Competition. Record-breaking edition with over 1,400 wines and grappas tasted. Presentation of the book "Vino & Turismo." The first university textbook dedicated to wine tourism will be presented on June 10 in Rome. "Bere il Territorio" Literary Competition. Go Wine launches the 25th edition of the initiative dedicated to the culture of wine, landscape, and sustainability.

Strategic Summary of the Day

The most significant news of June 6, 2026, is the growing consensus surrounding the need to curb domestic wine production to rebalance the market. At the same time, three increasingly clear directions for development are emerging:

1. Wine tourism as a new source of profitability .
2. Research into new international markets , with particular attention to Asia.
3. Promoting local grape varieties (Vermentino, Schiava, Dorona, Enantio) as a competitive lever for the future.

The sector does not appear to be in decline, but rather undergoing profound transformation that requires greater strategic vision, control of supply, and the ability to create value beyond the simple sale of wine.