Italian Wineries
Bacio della Luna invests €6 million in sustainability
The Vidor winery, part of the Schenk Italia group, is launching a €6 million investment plan for clean energy, logistics efficiency, and workforce expansion. The goal is to self-produce up to 60% of its energy needs and strengthen production sustainability.
Montefili, the high-altitude Sangiovese of Chianti Classico
Vecchie Terre di Montefili confirms its position among the most interesting realities of Chianti Classico thanks to high-altitude viticulture, Diversity Ark biodiversity certification and a strong focus on sustainability.
Cantina Amadei tells the story of Emilian conviviality.
Between Emilia IGT and Colli di Parma DOC, the Amadei family continues to promote the area's traditional grape varieties with a range of wines designed for everyday consumption and catering.
Citra awarded at the Città del Vino Competition
The 2020 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Caroso Limited Edition has won the Gran Medaglia d'Oro with 92.6 points. This is yet another accolade for one of the iconic labels of the Abruzzo winemaking cooperative.
Cave des Onze Communes promotes the Pinot Noir of the Aosta Valley
The main cooperative in the Aosta Valley stands out for its quality and value for money with the 2023 Pinot Noir from the Coin Noble line, dedicated to the Horeca channel.
Catabbo and the revival of Molise wine
The Molise winery continues to play a leading role in promoting Tintilia, a grape variety that symbolizes the region's winemaking renaissance.
Terrabianca prepares its new Mario Botta-designed winery.
The project by entrepreneurs Urs and Adriana Burkard is entering its final phase: a new wine tourism and cultural center will be built in the heart of Chianti Classico in 2027.
Italian Wine and Oenology
Italian exports to the United States slow sharply
According to Federvini and Nomisma, in the first quarter of 2026:
Despite the tariffs, over 90% of American consumers continue to purchase Made in Italy products.
Federvini: Large-scale retail trade and sparkling wines support the domestic market.
While exports are struggling, the domestic market is showing signs of resilience thanks to large-scale distribution and the return of sparkling wines.
Consumption of wine by the glass is growing
The Federvini-Tradelab Observatory highlights:
Yield reduction confirmed in Puglia
The Puglia Region has confirmed a reduction in yields for several regional PGI wines for the 2026 harvest, aiming to rebalance the market and support quality.
The June rains favor Valtellina
Rainfall in recent weeks has replenished the water reserves of the Valtellina vineyards, leading to a quantitatively significant harvest.
A new vineyard in the Belluno area, amidst opportunities and controversy.
The expansion of wine production in the Bes area has sparked a debate between the farm and residents regarding its environmental and landscape impact.
Restaurants and wine: parallel growth over the last twenty years
Chef Enrico Cerea emphasizes how Italian restaurants and wine have together built the international success of Made in Italy.
Young farmers: call for first settlement published
New resources to encourage younger generations to enter the management of Italian farms.
International Scenario
Georgia, Moldova, and New Zealand: Wine weighs on national exports
According to AAWE data:
These are the countries where wine has the greatest impact on overall exports.
Fertilizers: G7 Agriculture Ministers Look to Diversification
The geopolitical crisis in the Middle East continues to impact the fertilizer market. The G7 countries' shared goal is to reduce dependence on a few supply areas.
Italian table grapes on their way to South Africa
A technical agreement has been signed that opens up new commercial opportunities for Italian table grapes on the South African market.
New York Times: Three Italian wines among the best under $20
Critic Eric Asimov's world selection includes:
An important recognition for the quality-price ratio of Italian wine.
Wine Tourism and Hospitality
National Geographic honors Italian wine experiences
The new “Experiences Collection 2026” highlights properties and regions where wine, hospitality, and gastronomy become central elements of the tourist experience.
Among the protagonists:
Donatella Cinelli Colombini: How to Transform a Winery into a Tourist Destination
The Tuscan entrepreneur identifies professional hospitality, local identity, and well-planned offerings as the keys to wine tourism success.
The "Wine & Tourism" manual presented to the Senate
The new book by Donatella Cinelli Colombini and Dario Stefàno offers operational guidelines for the new generation of Italian wine tourism.
Wine Events
Chianti takes center stage in Naples with VitignoItalia
Over 600 participants attended the tasting organized by the Chianti Wine Consortium at Villa Floridiana, featuring 150 labels and gastronomic products from Campania.
FIVI presents the 15th Independent Winemakers' Wine Market
The 2026 edition will be held from November 21st to 23rd at BolognaFiere. The official poster, designed by illustrator Emiliano Ponzi, has been unveiled.
Cortona launches "Note di Vino 2026"
Live jazz and classical music in local wineries to showcase wine, culture, and the landscape.
Sicily: A Mosaic of Wine as Told by Producers
From Donnafugata to Tasca d'Almerita, Sicilian winemakers share their stories of their territories, wines, and identities through an emotional journey across the island.
Strategic Summary of the Day
The five trends that emerge most strongly are:
Italian wine continues to maintain its international appeal; however, it is entering a phase where quality, experience, sustainability, and the ability to showcase the region will be increasingly crucial to businesses' competitiveness.
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