Moscato d’Asti Sales Jump 55% in China as Asian Market Becomes Key for Italian Sparkling Wine Surging demand among younger Chinese consumers drives Asia to third-largest market status despite global wine industry downturn

FYI: Moscato d’Asti Sales Jump 55% in China as Asian Market Becomes Key for Italian Sparkling Wine #MoscatoDAsti #ItalianWine #SparklingWine #WineSales #ChinaMarket

Italian Wine Exports to U.S. Plunge 28% in Early 2026 as Tariffs Take Toll Producers and officials in Rome unveil new strategies to counter falling sales and restore market share ahead of Vinitaly 2026

Italian Wine Exports to U.S. Plunge 28% in Early 2026 as Tariffs Take Toll #ItalianWine #WineExports #Vinitaly2026 #WineIndustry #Tariffs

Franciacorta Consortium Unveils Research Report Highlighting 35% Surge in Rainfall for 2025 Vintage New data reveals climate shifts and vineyard innovations as the Italian sparkling wine region adapts to environmental challenges and sustainability goals

Franciacorta Consortium Unveils Research Report Highlighting 35% Surge in Rainfall for 2025 Vintage #Franciacorta #ItalianWine #SustainableWine #ClimateChange #WineInnovation

Calabrian Wine Production Surges to 20 Million Bottles After Years of Environmental Setbacks Rising international demand and higher prices boost optimism among local winemakers as the region’s wine gains global recognition

FYI: Calabrian Wine Production Surges to 20 Million Bottles After Years of Environmental Setbacks #CalabrianWine #WineProduction #Sustainability #WineLovers #ItalianWine

Chianti Producers Showcase Wines in Chengdu as Italian Exports to China Fall 25.1% Tuscan winemakers target growth in China with tastings and education despite recent decline in wine imports.

FYI: Chianti Producers Showcase Wines in Chengdu as Italian Exports to China Fall 25.1% #Chianti #ItalianWine #WineTasting #TuscanWines #WineImports

Italian Wine Exports Surge by 141% as Domestic Consumption Declines Among Younger Generations Producers face demographic challenges and shifting preferences, with sparkling wines gaining popularity and sustainability influencing buying decisions.

FYI: Italian Wine Exports Surge by 141% as Domestic Consumption Declines Among Younger Generations #ItalianWine #WineExports #Sustainability #SparklingWine #WineTrends

Antinori Pian delle Vigne
Brunello di Montalcino 2015

Opened fresh (pH 3.17).
Blueberry-driven with a ripe, layered profile.
Silky tannins and vibrant acidity in balance.
A powerful vintage, already expressive yet built to age.

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Sicilian Wineries Announce Major Collective Return to Vinitaly 2026 in Verona Over 40 Producers Aim to Showcase Island’s Diversity and Innovation at International Wine Fair

FYI: Sicilian Wineries Announce Major Collective Return to Vinitaly 2026 in Verona #Vinitaly2026 #SicilianWineries #WineFair #ItalianWine #WineInnovation

German Wine Consumption Drops to 21.5 Liters Per Capita in 2025 Inflation, health trends, and shifting habits drive decline as Italian producers face new challenges in a changing market

FYI: German Wine Consumption Drops to 21.5 Liters Per Capita in 2025 #GermanWine #WineConsumption #WineTrends #ItalianWine #HealthTrends

Italian Wine Exports to Germany Surpass €1 Billion as Market Share Tops 40% German consumers shift toward higher-quality wines, boosting Italian PDO exports despite economic challenges and declining overall volumes

FYI: Italian Wine Exports to Germany Surpass €1 Billion as Market Share Tops 40% #ItalianWine #WineExports #Germany #QualityWines #WineMarket

Jancis, in praise of time and Sassicaia.

www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/oxygen-and-wine...

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Vinitaly 2026 Launches in Verona With Global Buyers Flocking to Italy’s Premier Wine Fair Organizers target expanded international markets and highlight innovation as over 4,000 Italian wine companies prepare to exhibit.

Vinitaly 2026 Launches in Verona With Global Buyers Flocking to Italy’s Premier Wine Fair #Vinitaly2026 #WineFair #ItalianWine #WineInnovation #GlobalBuyers

A mixed bag but one of those that impressed Jancis was produced at the high-elevation Sette Cieli.

Pictured, the view from the estate to the sea.

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Moscato d’Asti Sales Jump 55% in China as Asian Market Becomes Key for Italian Sparkling Wine Surging demand among younger Chinese consumers drives Asia to third-largest market status despite global wine industry downturn

Moscato d’Asti Sales Jump 55% in China as Asian Market Becomes Key for Italian Sparkling Wine #Moscato #WineSales #ItalianWine #SparklingWine #ChinaMarket

UNESCO Receives Nomination for Valpolicella Grape-Drying Ritual as Intangible Cultural Heritage Italy seeks global recognition for centuries-old winemaking tradition that shapes Valpolicella’s identity and supports local communities.

FYI: UNESCO Receives Nomination for Valpolicella Grape-Drying Ritual as Intangible Cultural Heritage #UNESCO #IntangibleCulturalHeritage #Valpolicella #ItalianWine #CulturalTradition

Italian Wine Sales Drop as Industry Struggles to Connect With Younger Consumers Producers face declining exports and domestic demand while seeking new strategies to engage a changing global market

FYI: Italian Wine Sales Drop as Industry Struggles to Connect With Younger Consumers #ItalianWine #WineIndustry #WineSales #YoungerConsumers #WineMarketing

Calabrian Wine Production Surges to 20 Million Bottles After Years of Environmental Setbacks Rising international demand and higher prices boost optimism among local winemakers as the region’s wine gains global recognition

Calabrian Wine Production Surges to 20 Million Bottles After Years of Environmental Setbacks #CalabrianWine #WineProduction #ItalianWine #Winemaking #SustainableWine

Italian Wine Exports Surge by 141% as Domestic Consumption Declines Among Younger Generations Producers face demographic challenges and shifting preferences, with sparkling wines gaining popularity and sustainability influencing buying decisions.

Italian Wine Exports Surge by 141% as Domestic Consumption Declines Among Younger Generations #ItalianWine #WineExport #SparklingWines #Sustainability #WineTrends

Sicilian Wineries Announce Major Collective Return to Vinitaly 2026 in Verona Over 40 Producers Aim to Showcase Island’s Diversity and Innovation at International Wine Fair

Sicilian Wineries Announce Major Collective Return to Vinitaly 2026 in Verona #Vinitaly2026 #SicilianWineries #WineFair #ItalianWine #Verona

Italian Wine Exports to Germany Surpass €1 Billion as Market Share Tops 40% German consumers shift toward higher-quality wines, boosting Italian PDO exports despite economic challenges and declining overall volumes

Italian Wine Exports to Germany Surpass €1 Billion as Market Share Tops 40% #ItalianWine #WineExports #Germany #WineIndustry #PDO

Italy Approves Sparkling Wine Production Under Toscana IGT Label Tuscany prepares to officially add sparkling wines to its renowned portfolio as producers anticipate final European Commission authorization.

FYI: Italy Approves Sparkling Wine Production Under Toscana IGT Label #Tuscany #ItalianWine #SparklingWine #ToscanaIGT #WineLovers

Italy Keeps Wine Price Increases Among Lowest in Europe Over Past Decade Producers hold wine inflation to 7.4% from 2015 to 2025 despite rising costs and shifting consumer habits across the continent

FYI: Italy Keeps Wine Price Increases Among Lowest in Europe Over Past Decade #Wine #ItalianWine #WinePrice #WineInflation #WineIndustry

Italian Wine Exports Drop 3.7% in 2025 as US Tariffs and Weak Dollar Hit Sales US market contraction accounts for nearly 60% of export deficit, prompting calls for industry adaptation and diversification

FYI: Italian Wine Exports Drop 3.7% in 2025 as US Tariffs and Weak Dollar Hit Sales #ItalianWine #WineExports #USMarket #Tariffs #DollarWeakness

Pinot Grigio delle Venezie Launches Digital State Seal to Boost Wine Traceability and Consumer Trust New QR code system offers detailed bottle information as Italy’s largest white wine denomination strengthens transparency and authenticity measures

FYI: Pinot Grigio delle Venezie Launches Digital State Seal to Boost Wine Traceability and Consumer Trust #PinotGrigio #WineTraceability #DigitalSeal #ItalianWine #WineTransparency

Italian Wine Sales Drop as Industry Struggles to Connect With Younger Consumers Producers face declining exports and domestic demand while seeking new strategies to engage a changing global market

Italian Wine Sales Drop as Industry Struggles to Connect With Younger Consumers #ItalianWine #WineIndustry #WineSales #YoungerConsumers #GlobalMarket

Italian Wine Industry Confronts Declining Youth Interest at Florence Forum Industry leaders call for new communication strategies to make wine more accessible and appealing to younger generations

FYI: Italian Wine Industry Confronts Declining Youth Interest at Florence Forum #ItalianWine #WineIndustry #YouthInterest #WineCulture #FlorenceForum

U.S. Wine Imports Drop 11.6% in Value as Demand Weakens in 2025 Major suppliers including France, Italy, and Spain see declines as average prices fall across bottled and bulk wine categories

FYI: U.S. Wine Imports Drop 11.6% in Value as Demand Weakens in 2025 #WineImports #USWine #WineIndustry #FrenchWine #ItalianWine

Italian Wine Exports Drop 3.7% in 2025 as US Tariffs and Weak Dollar Hit Sales US market contraction accounts for nearly 60% of export deficit, prompting calls for industry adaptation and diversification

Italian Wine Exports Drop 3.7% in 2025 as US Tariffs and Weak Dollar Hit Sales #ItalianWine #WineExports #Tariffs #WeakDollar #USMarket

Italian Wine Exports Fall 3.7% in 2025 After Record Year U.S. tariffs and global market shifts drive €300 million drop as Italian producers face mounting challenges worldwide

FYI: Italian Wine Exports Fall 3.7% in 2025 After Record Year #ItalianWine #WineExports #WineIndustry #GlobalMarket #USTariffs

Italy’s Agritourism Businesses Reach Record 26,360 as Wine and Dining Experiences Drive Growth Southern regions and islands lead expansion, with food, wine, and educational activities fueling a €1.9 billion sector in 2024

FYI: Italy’s Agritourism Businesses Reach Record 26,360 as Wine and Dining Experiences Drive Growth #Agritourism #ItalianWine #FoodAndWine #SustainableTravel #WineExperience