Wine press review for Tuesday, November 25, 2025!

ITALIAN WINERIES

Collis Veneto Wine Group acquires Cantina Sociale di Monteforte d'Alpone. A merger that will reshape the balance of power in the Soave region: 7,200 hectares, 2,450 members, and a combined balance sheet expected to exceed €220 million. The historic Veronese winery, which has been part of the Collis Group for 70 years, has strengthened its production, particularly in Soave Classico and Valpolicella.

Collis expands in Soave: acquisition of Cantina Sociale di Monteforte d'Alpone. The transaction completes a process that began with the leasing of the production branch in 2024. Collis thus gains 1,200 hectares and over 4 million bottles, expanding its presence in the Soave Classico area.

Boeri Vini: the Monferrato winery you absolutely must visit. A family history born on Bricco Quaglia in the early 1900s and now a benchmark for quality in the Monferrato area, while maintaining its artisanal soul.

Cantina Siddùra: Gallura excellence investing in quality and an internal supply chain. The Luogosanto winery confirms a highly integrated strategy: total control of production, a strong territorial identity, and direct market presence.

Santa Sofia: the challenge of the new winery and the sixtieth anniversary of Gioè and Montegradella. The relaunch begins with a structural investment and a long-term vision. A celebratory tasting with a rare vertical tasting of the 1985 Montegradella.

Librandi: "La Dama – Calici in Gioco," the Christmas package in collaboration with Birra Cala. The Calabrian winery continues its journey of shared projects throughout the region, transforming its festive packages into collective narratives of Calabria.

Suavia: the feminine heart of Soave Classico In Fittà, at the highest point of the denomination, the Tessari family tells the story of a Soave born from volcanic and calcareous soils, with an elegant and modern identity.

ITALIAN WINE AND ITALIAN OENOLOGY

"There are too many DOCs in Italy; twenty or so would be enough": Sandro Boscaini's provocative statement. The president of Masi Agricola criticizes a system with over 550 denominations and proposes a more streamlined model, based on the French model, to strengthen exports.

Italian tourists on tight budgets are cutting back on high-end restaurants and wines. The decline in purchasing power is also impacting wine tourism: lower spending is favored and premium out-of-home consumption is decreasing.

The best value wine in Emilia-Romagna: Lambrusco Salamino Santa Croce Brut Rosé “100 Vendemmie 2024.” An unusual, aromatic, and lively rosé sparkling wine. Price: €5.90. Suggested pairing: Felino salami.

Berebene 2026 – The best Italian wines under 20 euros. The Gambero Rosso guide brings together 1,000 accessible, quality labels, available digitally for the first time.

Gambero Rosso: Tuscany and Piedmont dominate the quality-price rankings. The two regions lead with 117 selected labels. This heritage confirms Italy's leadership in the "value for money" segments.

Tuscany, queen of wine The Berebene guide features the Rosso di Montalcino 2023 (95 points) and a wide range of labels between 93 and 94 points, from Chianti Classico to Vernaccia.

San Leonardo: over 40 years of Italian excellence around the world. A vertical tasting that evokes historical memories and confirms the longevity and finesse of the famous Trentino wine, defined as "a Haut-Brion in Trentino."

Vallée d'Aoste Pinot Noir 2016 – Cantina di Anna, five years later A tasting that also becomes a memory of a complex time, 2020, and an opportunity to evaluate the evolution of wine over the decade.

Wine of Silence: Roberto Cipresso's project uniting wine and peace. From Iran to Ukraine, productions as messages of resilience. The Montalcino winemaker was awarded the Bibenda Wine Oscar for his work of innovation and international commitment.

Confcooperative: Promotion and innovation to safeguard wine's competitiveness. Long-term strategy, a role in the post-2027 CAP, and a focus on innovation and informed consumption: the recipe for supporting a sector worth €5 billion.

INTERNATIONAL

"Spirito di Vino" awards Italy and Saudi Arabia for the best satirical cartoons. Tommaso Gianno and Ameen Alhabarah win the 26th edition. The international exhibition celebrating wine, culture, and freedom of expression takes place at Casa Krainer (Gorizia).

WINE EVENTS

60th Anniversary of the Italian Sommelier Association – Romagna in Festa. Tastings, masterclasses, and 400 wines to sample at Cesena Fiera. The event is open to the public, with free admission for 1,500 AIS members from Romagna.

Rome Wine Expo – Registration is now open for the 5th edition of 2026. New location: The Westin Excelsior on Via Veneto. A key event for professionals and enthusiasts from across Italy.

Torgiano Winter – The fourth edition kicks off. From November 23rd to December 12th, a rich program conceived by the Municipality of Torgiano and the Lungarotti Foundation: art, wine, and culture for Umbria's "winter living room."

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