Rome – Io Vino 2026

Io Vino 2026 the event dedicated to the native grape varieties of Marche and Campania, returns on Sunday, March 15, to tell the story of two regions rich in history and winemaking traditions

“Io Vino” is an event dedicated to the discovery and enhancement of Italian native grape varieties. Special attention is paid to the productions of less explored territories but rich in enological identity. It was born from the intuition of wine scout Manilo Frattari. The format offers a careful selection of wineries from regions such as Marche and Campania in particular, highlighting native varieties, production histories and new interpretations of Italian wine.

The event takes the form of a day of tasting and in-depth study. Designed for wine enthusiasts, industry professionals and the curious, who can meet directly with producers and taste wines that are often not widespread in the large commercial circuit but are highly representative of their respective territories.

Alongside the tasting tables, the event offers moments of education and dissemination, with master classes and thematic focuses dedicated to native grape varieties and regional wine traditions.

The heart of the event is precisely the meeting between the public and producers. An opportunity to delve into the identity of grape varieties, understand territorial differences and discover small realities that contribute to Italian wine biodiversity.

Program

Sunday, March 15 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Activities are developed throughout the day. Tasting sessions are alternated with guided in-depth sessions to provide a comprehensive experience for both enthusiasts and insiders:

• 11:00 a.m. – Opening of ticket office and accreditation “IO VINO 2026”
• 11:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. – Opening of tasting tables
• 1 p.m. – “Territorial dishes in pairing.” Conducted by Romina Lombardi with the collaboration of food and wine journalists. Offers an experiential journey to discover the meeting between cuisine and wine, enhancing gastronomic and wine excellence of the territory.
• 3:00 p.m. – Marche Masterclass: “Grenache Picena, guess the color“Tasting led by Pierpaolo Rastelli, influential wine and food critic and head of Gambero Rosso’s Marche guide, to delve into one of the rare grape varieties of the Marche region.
• 5:00 p.m. – Campania Masterclass: “Il MisteriosoSciascinoso“
  Tasting led by Alessandro Marra, taster and Deputy National Curator of the guide and Slow Wine Campania coordinator on Campania’s identity grape variety, including history and winemaking techniques.
• 7:00 p.m. – Award Ceremony “Critics’ Award – Best Sciascinoso 2026″, Critics’ Award – Best Grenache Picena 2026” awarded to winemakers by a specialized jury and “Audience Award – Best Winery 2026”

Place and date

“Io Vino” event takes place in Rome, at the Courtyard by Marriott Roma Central Park

Useful information

Up-to-date details on the final program, participating wineries, masterclasses and accreditation arrangements can be found on the official event page: https://iovino.wine/location-iovino/