BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//DoctorWine - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:DoctorWine X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/?lang=en X-WR-CALDESC:Events for DoctorWine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Rome BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260310 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260227T120004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T120004Z UID:53124-1773014400-1773100799@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Riccione - Sorsi di Mare DESCRIPTION:Sorsi di Mare in Riccione: On Monday\, March 9\, at the Palazzo del Turismo\, the Vini di Romagna Consortium presents its new format dedicated to the Riviera’s restaurants with 60 wineries from Romagna\nThe first edition of “Sorsi di Mare\,” the new professional exhibition of PDO and PGI wines from Romagna\, debuts in Riccione. Conceived by the Wines of Romagna Consortium\, it is dedicated to maritime catering on the Riviera. \nOn Monday\, March 9\, from noon to 7 p.m. at the Palazzo del Turismo\, more than 60 wineries from Romagna will present the new vintages of their best wines. A special focus will be on the territory’s great whites\, ideal protagonists of the Riviera’s tables in the summer season. \nThe event is exclusively reserved for Ho.Re.Ca. professionals. (hotels\, restaurants\, wine shops\, wine bars\, caterers\, distributors\, and industry professionals). They will be able to meet producers directly at the tasting counters and taste first and foremost PDO and PGI white\, mossi and rosé wines. This will be flanked by regional food islands of excellence with free tastings. \nProgram:\nAlongside the exhibition-tasting hall\, the day will be marked by in-depth moments. Events designed to offer concrete and immediately expendable tools in updating the wine list and gastronomic offerings: \n\n11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.:Masterclass Summer in the glass: the wines of Romagna DOP and IGP perfect for the summer season\, paired with territorial food excellencesIn opening\, the dedicated to the main types of Romagna DOP and IGP wines with summer attitude. Led by Ilaria Di Nunzio\, ALMA Master Professional Sommelier\, she will introduce participants to the discovery of the new vintages\, with pairings with territorial food excellences. \n12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.: Opening exhibition-tasting salon with winemakers from the PDOs/PGIs of Romagna\n1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Light Lunch offered to participants\n4:30pm – 5:15pm: Taste of Riviera: show cooking and pairing with PDO and PGI wines from Romagna. Led by chef Tomas Marfella will bring simplicity and quality of raw materials into dialogue\, suggesting effective pairings with Romagna wines and offering practical insights for a coherent and contemporary identity proposal. \n6-7 p.m.: Exhibition-presentation of mise en place for dream lunches and dinners (Medri srl). An exhibition space dedicated to mise en place will offer tables set up\, emphasizing how care for presentation also plays a strategic role in the dining experience and hospitality. \n\nThe Consortium of Wines of Romagna\n“With Sorsi di Mare in Riccione\, Romagna food&wine becomes the strategic lever of Riviera dining: quality\, lightness and conviviality\, with attention to sustainability\, zero km and a sense of community.” So comments Roberto Monti\, president of the Romagna Wines Consortium. “An approach increasingly appreciated by Italian and international tourists\, which strengthens the role of local food and wine and marks a positive and concrete paradigm shift for coastal business.” \nThe event is organized by the Consorzio Vini di Romagna\, with the support of the Municipality of Riccione\, in collaboration with Federalberghi Riccione\, FIPE Confcommercio Rimini\, Agenzia PrimaPagina and AIS Romagna. \nUseful information\nAdmission is free for industry professionals after filling out the online accreditation form on the website: www.consorziovinidiromagna.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/riccione-sorsi-di-mare/?lang=en LOCATION:Palazzod el Turismo\, P.le Ceccarini\, 11\, Riccione\, Italy CATEGORIES:Events Emilia Romagna,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Sorsi_di_Mare_2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260310 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260211T090218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T090218Z UID:52120-1773014400-1773100799@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Taste Alto Piemonte Milan 2026 DESCRIPTION:Taste Alto Piemonte Milan 2026: The largest event dedicated to the wines of Alto Piemonte returns to Milan!\nOn Monday\, March 9\, 2026\, Milan welcomes a new edition of Taste Alto Piemonte Milano\, the largest event dedicated toAlto Piemonte wines. The event\, organized by the Consorzio Tutela Nebbioli Alto Piemonte in collaboration with AIS Milano\, will take place in the elegant spaces of theWestin Palace Hotel\, in the heart of the Lombard capital. \nA day entirely dedicated to discovering the Nebbiolos of Alto Piemonte\, including tastings\, meetings with producers and in-depth moments designed for operators and enthusiasts. \nThe heart of the event: 10 denominations\, more than 33 companies\nTaste Alto Piemonte Milano represents a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the 10 appellations protected by the Consortium\, an expression of a territory that in recent years has regained centrality in the Italian wine scene thanks to the quality and strong identity of its wines. \nMore than 33 wineries will be present\, ready to talk about their work and present for tasting the latest vintages of the Alto Piemonte appellations\, including Gattinara\, Ghemme\, Lessona\, Bramaterra\, Boca\, Colline Novaresi\, Coste della Sesia and other territorial expressions related to Nebbiolo. \nThe tasting desk will allow direct discussions with producers\, offering the chance to explore different interpretations of Nebbiolo in a unique context of terroir\, altitude and soil composition. \nMasterclasses and insights\nAlongside the tasting counters\, the program includes thematic masterclasses designed to delve into specific appellations\, vintages or production aspects. An opportunity to go into detail about the sensory characteristics and evolutionary potential of the Nebbiolos of Alto Piemonte\, guided by industry professionals. \nProgram\nDate: Monday\, March 9\, 2026 \nTasting Booths: \nFrom 2:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. open to the public\, press and trade operators. \nMasterclass: \n\n3:00 p.m. “Excursus Alto Piemontre“\n6:00 pm “Upper Piedmont Excursus“\n\nAppointments last about 90 minutes. \nUseful information\nLocation: Hotel Westin Palace – Milan \nTickets: available online through the event’s official website.AIS Lombardy members can consult the association’s website to find out about dedicated conventions. \nIt is possible to attend both the tasting tables and master classes\, with reservations recommended. \nFor all information on detailed program\, companies present\, times and access methods: www.tastealtopiemonte.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/taste-alto-piemonte-milan-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Hotel Westin Palace Milano\, Piazza della Repubblica\, 20\, Milano\, Italy CATEGORIES:Milan Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Taste-Alto-Piemonte-Milano-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260308 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260310 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260209T105614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T105614Z UID:51838-1772928000-1773100799@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Genoa - I Vini del Cuore 2026 DESCRIPTION:I Vini del Cuore 2026: the event returns to Genoa on March 8 and 9 in the historic Palazzo della Borsa\nGenoa is preparing to host a new edition of I Vini del Cuore\, the annual event linked to the Social Guide I Vini del Cuore\, which in 2026 reaches its fifth edition and confirms itself as one of the most participated and recognizable events in the panorama of independent wine popularization. \nThe 2026 edition will take place on Sunday\, March 8\, and Monday\, March 9\, in the prestigious Sala del Palazzo della Borsa\, in Piazza De Ferrari\, one of the city’s most representative historical venues. A symbolic place\, chosen to emphasize the growth of the project and its strong connection with Genoa\, the city where the guide was born and developed. \nThe event brings together the wineries selected and awarded over the course of the guide’s editions\, a participatory editorial project that puts the judgment of winelovers at the center\, flanked by the selection\, storytelling and dissemination work carried out throughout the year. The Wines of the Heart – I Vini del Cuore is not a simple tasting\, but a moment of direct encounter between producers\, wine enthusiasts\, wine professionals and the press\, under the banner of dialogue and sharing. \nOne of the event’s most identifiable elements will be confirmed for the 2026 edition as well: the “Wine of the Heart” vote by winelovers\, who will be able to express their preference among the selected wineries attending the event for the first time\, through the special postcard distributed during the event. \nUseful information:\n\nTo ensure proper enjoyment of the historic venue\, access will be possible only through online purchase of the Ampelos APS annual membership card 2026.\nSunday\, March 8\, is dedicated to Winelovers\, Members of other Wine World Associations and anyone who wants to participate in the event.\nThe day on Monday\, March 9\, will be exclusively for industry professionals and journalists (upon registration at ivinidelcuore.it).\nInstead\, masterclasses will involve a separate participation fee. The masterclass schedule is being updated at https://fiera.ivinidelcuore.it/. \n\nInformation and contacts For updates\, program and details: www.ivinidelcuore.it www.associazioneampelos.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/genoa-i-vini-del-cuore-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Palazzo della Borsa\, Piazza De Ferrari\, Genova\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Doctor-Wine-Calendario-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260307T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260309T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260211T152502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T152502Z UID:52139-1772884800-1773086400@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Rome - Vini Selvaggi 2026 DESCRIPTION:Vini Selvaggi 2026 – Naturalmente Selvaggi: the independent fair of natural wines returns to Rome\nFrom March 7 to 9\, 2026\, Rome hosts Vini Selvaggi\, the independent fair dedicated to natural wine\, independent winemakers and the territories that best tell the present and future of this fast-growing wine movement. The event takes place in the spaces of the San Paolo District and confirms itself as one of the most eagerly awaited events for those who love authentic wines\, genuine expressions of soil and work in the vineyard. \nVini Selvaggi is more than just a wine fair-it is an event that celebrates natural wine in all its facets. Special attention is given to producers who work with respect for the vine and its rhythms\, limiting invasive winemaking interventions and promoting sustainable and transparent agricultural practices. \nThe event brings together more than 120 Italian and European wineries\, presenting a wide selection of labels for free tasting at the winemakers’ counters\, with the aim of bringing the public-from passionate winelovers to industry professionals-to the culture of natural and artisanal wine. \nEvent schedule.\nSaturday\, March 7 – Naturally WildThe event opens with a free preview dedicated to the culture of natural. On this day\, a real marketplace of natural artisans takes place. Present will be selected exhibitors of artisanal products\, wine shops\, alternative beverages (including natural ciders and fermented products)\, artisanal coffee and more. There will also be talks\, encounters and highlights to explore the world of natural beyond wine\, including music\, discussions and guided tastings. \nSunday\, March 8 and Monday\, March 9 – Natural Winemakers FairThe main days of the fair (March 8-9) are dedicated to tastings of natural wines offered by the producers present. An extraordinary opportunity to taste\, engage with wine makers and discover stories\, techniques and projects related to low-intervention viticulture. \nThe format is inclusive and also designed for those approaching natural wine for the first time: not just tastings\, but moments of sharing and culture of authentic drinking. \nBoth Italian and foreign producers\, representative of the richness of the European natural scene\, are participating in the event. Companies already announced include historic names in the natural scene and new emerging ones\, with wines from different territories\, styles and production approaches. \nUseful information\nDates: \n\n\n\nMarch 7\, 2026 12:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.\nMarch 8-9 noon – 8 p.m.\n\n\n\nLocation: San Paolo District – Via Alessandro Severo\, 48\, RomeAdmission: free at the March 7 preview; tasting days require admission. \nTickets will be available through the official website; access to the fair includes tasting at the producers’ stalls. \nFor all up-to-date information on detailed program\, participants and how to participate visit: viniselvaggi.com. URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/rome-vini-selvaggi-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:San Paolo District\, Via Alessandro Severo\, 48\, Roma\, Italy CATEGORIES:Fair,Rome Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Vini-Selvaggi-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260307T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260308T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260219T103558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T103558Z UID:52341-1772881200-1773000000@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Livorno - Andar per Cantine LIVE DESCRIPTION:“Andar per Cantine” lights up wine Tuscany: “Andar per Cantine LIVE” debuts in Livorno (March 7-8\, 2026)\nTuscan wine stops being just a tale and becomes an encounter. It happens in Livorno with “Andar per Cantine LIVE\,” the new immersive event signed Enoturistica\, scheduled for Saturday\, March 7 and Sunday\, March 8\, 2026\, at the Officine Storiche at the Porta a Mare Commercial and Residential Complex. \nTwo days designed to get wine tourism “off the pages” and among people. The occasion is given by the presentation of the new 2026 edition of “Andar per Cantine\,” a reference guide to wine tourism in Tuscany that came out with the first edition in 2024 and was built to accompany wine lovers and travelers inside wineries\, villages and territories to be experienced in the field. \nThe format of Andar per Cantine LIVE\nThe format of Andar per Cantine LIVE is that of a narrative journey: at the center is “The Quay\,” a stage for presentations and talks with journalists\, operators and institutions; around it takes shape the”‘Archipelago of Wineries” with tasting counters and mini talks directly with the producers; the”‘Ocean of Wine Destinations” guides the public with maps and multimedia totems through 17 destinations and 68 villages; the “Cruise Experience” instead offers guided tastings with sommeliers in small groups (up to 6 participants)\, for those seeking a more intimate and in-depth pace. \n“With LIVE\, we wanted to create a real bridge between those who love wine and the places where it is born: not just a presentation\, but an experience that gets you into the stories\, people and destinations.” Simone Nannipieri\, the guide’s creator\, event coordinator and wine tourism development consultant\, explains. \nThe location\nAlso noteworthy is the location chosen to host the event: the Officine Storiche di Porta a Mare\, from the heart of shipbuilding to a symbol of urban regeneration\, with Livorno increasingly a candidate to be the gateway to regional food and wine tourism. \n“Andar per Cantine LIVE represents a virtuous example of how food and wine tourism can become a real tool of development for businesses and the territory\,” says Alessandro Ciapini\, director of Confesercenti Provinciale Livorno. \nThe “Andar per Cantine” Guide\nGiving the measure of the project are the guide’s numbers: 137 selected wineries and more than 400 experiences including tastings\, tours\, meetings\, grape harvest and special activities\, with an offer that photographs the evolution of winery hospitality: tastings in 100 percent of cases\, wine shops in 95.6 percent\, proposals with Tuscan cuisine in 66.2 percent\, agritourism in 49.6 percent and wine resorts in 30.9 percent. Among the formulas\, group tours dominate (98.5%)\, but private (39.4%) and customized (18.9%) tours are also growing\, while 36% of wineries offer “WOW” experiences. On the price front\, 26.3 percent stay within 50 euros\, 49.6 percent are between 50 and 150 euros and 13.1 percent in the high range; 33.1 percent highlight sustainability initiatives\, while 3.6 percent report experiences usable by people with disabilities (given by sites). \nUseful information\n\nWhen: Saturday\, March 7 and Sunday\, March 8\, 2026\nHours: Saturday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.\, Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.\nWhere: at the Historic Workshops of the Porta a Mare Commercial and Residential Complex\nOfficial website: andarpercantine.live URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/livorno-andar-per-cantine-live/?lang=en LOCATION:officine Storiche\, Complesso Commerciale e Residenziale Porta a Mare\, Livorno\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Andar-per-cantine-Live-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260307T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260308T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260212T160657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T160657Z UID:52215-1772881200-1773000000@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Venice Wine Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:Venice Wine Festival 2026 – International Champagne and Wine Fair returns to Forte Marghera\nOn the weekend of March 7 and 8\, 2026\, Venice turns into one of the European capitals of enology with Venezia Wine Festival\, the fair dedicated to Champagne and international wines that brings together producers from all over the world in one big event. The event takes place in the pavilions of Forte Marghera\, an evocative and historic structure at the entrance to the lagoon city\, a meeting point for wine\, culture and conviviality. \nVenezia Wine Festival is the first and only fair in Italy designed to exclusively celebrate international wines and champagnes\, offering wine lovers\, trade professionals\, sommeliers and the curious the opportunity to discover more than 5\,000 labels from more than 20 countries and major wine regions around the world. \nFrom France to Spain\, Australia to the United States\, Argentina to Chile and beyond\, the festival offers a sensory journey through production styles\, terroirs and high-quality bottles\, with wine offerings as broad as they are international. \nProgram and tastings\nThe event is spread over two days of tastings and activities: \n\nSaturday\, March 7\, 2026 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Opening of the event with free tastings thanks to the Wine Card\, which allows you to explore the different labels featured.\nSunday\, March 8\, 2026 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. – Tastings and activities related to international wine culture continue.\n\nTastings take place in the event’s dedicated pavilions\, where producers and sommeliers guide visitors to discover the wines on display. \nThematic masterclasses are also scheduled during the festival for a fee\, offering insights into specific grape varieties\, international terroirs and new production trends\, with sessions led by industry experts. \nThe event also includes afood court with offerings from artisans of taste\, designed to accompany the tastings and make the experience even more complete. \nUseful information\n\nLocation: Forte Marghera – Via Forte Marghera\, 30\, Venice (VE)\nDates: Saturday\, March 7 and Sunday\, March 8\, 2026\nHours:\n\nSaturday: 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. \nSunday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm\n\n\n\nAdmission to the event is free\, while tastings require the purchase of a Wine Card. Accessible routes and a wine shop inside the fairgrounds are provided for on-site purchase of the bottles being tasted. \nFor all the latest information on schedules\, Wine Card and detailed program visit the official website: venziawinefestival.it. URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/venice-wine-festival-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Forte Marghera\, Via Forte Marghera\, 30\, Venezia\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting,Veneto Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/venezia-Wine-Festival.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260209T114740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T114740Z UID:51885-1772841600-1773014399@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Florence - Eccellenza di Toscana DESCRIPTION:Eccellenza di Toscana\, since the year 2000\, has been the Italian Sommelier Association of Tuscany’s event that highlights and enhances the unparalleled quality of Tuscany’s Wine Excellence.\nThe event the Excellence of Tuscany 2026\nThe event is presented as the evolution of a project that\, since its inception\, has established itself as the main showcase of Tuscan excellence\, in which the indissoluble link with the territory is highlighted\, the profession of the Sommelier is a fundamental and authoritative role in spreading the culture of these excellences. \nThe l’Eccellenza di Toscana 2026 event will take place over two days at the Stazione Leopolda in Florence on Saturday \, March 7 and Sunday\, March 8\, 2026. \nIn the new 2026 edition\, the format will focus on the enhancement of the territory by privileging wine production in its own areas by involving wine consortia and associations in our region that will have their own personalized space. \nDuring the Eccellenza di Toscana event\, a space will be created with all the award-winning labels in the 101 Wines selection \, the best 101 Tuscan labels divided by type\,. \nThe Eccellenza di Toscana Guide\nThe Italian Sommelier Association Tuscany Wine Guide dedicated to Tuscan producers is in its second issue. \nAfter the great success of last year’s edition\, this year will feature more than 500 producers from the region\, and is\na one-of-a-kind event. Each producer\, selected on the basis of criteria of excellence and qualitỳ\, will have the best labels published and reviewed\, to which\, in addition to a concise organoleptic description\, will be assigned a score and a pairing indication. \nThe project saw sommelier tasters from AIS Toscana lined up in the tasting sessions. All tastings were carried out by wine category in a completely anonymous way\, to corroborate in a more rational sense the selection of wines published\, in a production context that goes far beyond those in the Guide. \nThe Guide will be presented to the public during the Eccellenza di Toscana event to be held at the Stazione Leopolda in Florence on March 7 and 8\, 2026. The event will focus on tastings of wines from Tuscany\, with tasting counters. URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/florence-eccellenza-di-toscana-2/?lang=en LOCATION:Stazione Leopolda\, Firenze\, Viale Fratelli Rosselli\, 5\, Firenze\, 50144\, Italia CATEGORIES:Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Eccellenza-di-Toscana-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260310 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260209T154320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T154320Z UID:51928-1772755200-1773100799@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Cortona - Chianina & Syrah 2026 DESCRIPTION:Chianina & Syrah 2026 – March 6-9 in Cortona: the Valdichiana food and wine excellence festival\nFrom March 6 to 9\, 2026\, Cortona\, a beautiful Etruscan town in the heart of the Tuscan Valdichiana\, will host Chianina & Syrah . The food and wine festival celebrates the meeting of two local excellences: Syrah wine and Chianina IGP meat. An event that combines authentic flavors\, great wines\, starred chefs and activities for the whole family\, transforming the town into a true capital of good living. \nOrganized by Terretrusche Events in collaboration with the Municipality of Cortona\, the festival offers a rich and engaging program that focuses on high-quality Syrahs\, Chianina-based dishes\, masterclasses\, workshops\, cooking shows and in-depth moments for enthusiasts and insiders. \nThe heart of the festival: wine\, tastes and culture\nChianina & Syrah was born from the idea of enhancing the cornerstone products of the Valdichiana: the Syrahs of the Cortona DOC along with a selection of Italian and international Syrahs. Alongside the Syrah we find fine Chianina IGP meat\, the protagonist of tastings\, grills and unusual gastronomic proposals. \nCortona is now considered one of the most interesting areas for Syrah production in Italy\, thanks in part to the pioneering intuition of a number of local winemaking families. The festival celebrates this history and the identity of the area through wine but also through unique sensory experiences. \nDuring the festival there is no shortage of moments dedicated to the gastronomic excellence of Tuscany. From traditional wood-fire grilling of Chianina meat to gourmet burgers and a special area dedicated toItalian haute patisserie and artisanal ice cream. \nThe wine producers present come mainly from Tuscany and the rest of Italy\, with the presence of international wineries as well\, including Syrah producers from the Rhone and other important wine territories. \nThe program of the days\nThe event is spread over four days\, with a full schedule of events for all tastes: \n\nMarch 6\, 2026 – Cortona City of Syrah / International SymposiumOfficial opening with meetings on the role of Syrah in the wine scene\, tastings of Cortona and international Syrahs\, and moments of discussion among producers\, journalists and sommeliers.\nMarch 6 and 9 – Gala DinnersTwo gourmet evenings dedicated to the great chefs of Italian cuisine\, with dishes inspired by the pairing of Chianina IGP and Syrah.\nMarch 6-9 – Syrah and Chianina Tasting ExhibitionSpaces dedicated to tasting Syrah wines and Chianina meat dishes\, with the participation of about 50 wineries and more than 30 restaurants.\nMarch 9 event will be reserved for operators and the press\nCooking Shows and MasterclassesCooking demonstrations\, workshops and meetings led by leading figures in the restaurant and wine industries to deepen their knowledge of raw materials\, cooking techniques and the synergies between cuisine and full-bodied red wines.\nFamily activitiesChildren’s workshops and experiential trails that engage even the youngest audience in the traditions of local cuisine and viticulture\n\nUseful information\n\nDates: March 6-9\, 2026\nLocation: Cortona (Arezzo)\, Tuscany\nExhibitors: about 50 wineries\nRestaurants and chefs: more than 30 venues and 50 chefs\, featuring 10 starred chefs\nActivities: international symposia\, tastings\, master classes\, cooking shows\, gala dinners and children’s workshops.\n\nFor all information on tickets\, detailed program and reservations\, you can visit the event’s official website: https://www.chianinaesyrah.com/ URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/cortona-chianina-syrah-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Cortona\, Cortona\, Italia CATEGORIES:Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Doctor-Wine-Calendario-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Terretrusche":MAILTO:ticketing@terretrusche.com. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260305T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260305T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260128T143959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T173339Z UID:51098-1772722800-1772740800@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:DoctorWine at Prague Wine Trophy 2026 DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, March 5\, 2026Time: 15:00 to 20:00Place: Michna Palace (Michnův Palác)Újezd 450/40\, Malá Strana – Prague\nDoctorWine returns to star at the Gala Tasting of the Prague Wine Trophy 2026\, the most prestigious international wine competition in the Czech Republic.\nAlso this year DoctorWine will be present with dedicated tasting tables\, bringing to Prague a selection of excellence of Italian wineries and wines of great quality\, curated by Daniele Cernilli‘s team.In tasting\, already imported labels and new proposals looking for distribution on the Czech market\, in an ideal context for professionals\, operators and enthusiasts. \nThe Gala Tasting takes place at the historic Michna Palace in the heart of Malá Strana\, and is a key event for the wine world in Central Europe: more than 70 producers and importers\, more than 500 award-winning wines from around the world\, and a major international networking opportunity. \n🍷 Italian wineries featured with DoctorWine.\nSouth TyrolCantina Kellerei TraminCantina Valle Isarco / Eisacktaler Kellerei \nPiedmontAmalia Cascina in LangaCastellari Bergaglio \nTuscanyFamiglia CecchiDonna OlgaPanizzi \nFriuli Venezia GiuliaMonviert \nAbruzzoMasciarelli \nApuliaGianfranco Fino Viticoltore \n📍 Visit us at the DoctorWine booth.: we are waiting for you to discover the best of Italian wine in one of the European capitals of taste. URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/doctorwine-at-prague-wine-trophy-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Michna Palace (Michnův Palác)\, Újezd 450/40\, Malá Strana\, Praha\, Česko\, 11800 CATEGORIES:DoctorWine Event,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cover-prague-wine-trophy-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DoctorWine":MAILTO:info@doctorwine.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260301T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260302T183000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260207T112744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T112744Z UID:51776-1772375400-1772476200@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Alberese - mareMMa\, the Nature of Wine 2026 DESCRIPTION:mareMMMa\, the Nature of Wine: Maremma\, Montecucco and Morellino di Scansano together again in Alberese\, for the first time over two days-Sunday\, March 1 and Monday\, March 2-to tell the story of the Tuscan Maremma’s wine excellence \nAfter the great success of the previous Maremma editions and the successful debut of the Florentine stage last fall\, “mareMMa\, the Nature of Wine” returns to Alberese\, in the province of Grosseto\, with an important novelty. In 2026\, in fact\, the event doubles and for the first time will be held over two days: Sunday\, March 1 for wine lovers and Monday\, March 2 exclusively for operators. \nA new format designed to respond to the growing demand for participation encountered over the years and to offer an increasingly wide audience the opportunity to take part in what is confirming itself as one of the industry’s benchmark events. \nThe event\nThe event\, which reaches its 7th edition this year\, was born from the synergy between the Consortia of the three Tuscan Maremma Denominations – Tuscan Maremma\, Montecucco e Morellino di Scansano – and presents a wide selection of labels representative of this still unspoiled territory with great quality potential. \nIn the now traditional location of the central hall of the Lorenese Granary of Spergolaia\, wine enthusiasts and operators will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with producers and their wine proposal. A unique opportunity\, with a great educational and informative impact\, that promotes the excellence of a rising territory in which terroirs different from each other but united by the soul of a millennial winemaking tradition give rise to an extensive and varied offer of red\, white and rosé wines. \nThe event again for this edition is organized by MExTE Eventi\, professionals in organizing public and private events. \nThe program\nThe date to mark in your agenda is March 1 and 2.\, with admission – free but with prior online registration – as follows: \n\nSunday\, March 1 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Afternoon dedicated to enthusiasts. Registration link: https://mareMMMa-1-marzo-2026-pubblico.eventbrite.it \n\n\nMonday\, March 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Day reserved exclusively for industry professionals. Registration link: https://mareMMMa-2-marzo-2026-operatori.eventbrite.it\n\nProtection Consortia:\nConsortium for the Protection of Wines of the Tuscan Maremma DOC\nThe Consortium for the Protection of the Wines of the Tuscan Maremma was founded in 2014 after the awarding of the DOC itself with the aim of promoting the quality of its wines and guaranteeing compliance with the production standards set out in the regulations\, devoting itself\, in addition\, to brand protection and assistance to members on the regulations governing the sector. The consortium now has 475 member wineries\, with an annual production of 7.5 million bottles. Native grape varieties-Vermentino\, Ciliegiolo\, Canaiolo nero\, Alicante\, Sangiovese\, Pugnitello\, Trebbiano\, Ansonica\, Malvasia-have been joined by international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon\, Cabernet franc\, Merlot\, Syrah\, Viognier\, Sauvignon\, Chardonnay and Petit Verdot. \nWeb site: www.consorziovinimaremma.it \nFacebook: https://it-it.facebook.com/ConsorzioViniMaremmaToscana/ \nConsortium for the Protection of Montecucco Wines\nThe wines of Montecucco\, an area that comes to life where the soft shapes of the Tuscan Maremma quickly give way to the slopes of Mount Amiata\, are made from grapes grown in the 7 municipalities of the Denominazione di origine controllata e garantita\, the DOCG in effect since September 2011: Arcidosso\, Campagnatico\, Castel del Piano\, Cinigiano\, Civitella Paganico\, Roccalbegna and Seggiano. The appellation\, groups 68 companies. The area\, highly vocated to the production of Sangiovese\, enjoys extremely favorable climatic conditions\, close to the Tyrrhenian Sea – from which it is only a few kilometers away as the crow flies – and to the now extinct volcano Amiata\, which with its 1\,738 meters high dominates the entire territory between Maremma\, Val d’Orcia and Val di Chiana. \nWeb site: www.consorziomontecucco.it \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MontecuccoSangioveseDocg/ \nConsorzio Tutela Morellino di Scansano\nThe Consorzio Tutela Morellino di Scansano was founded in 1992 with the aim of protecting and promoting Morellino di Scansano DOCG\, ensuring compliance with the production regulations and offering support to members on the main issues in the sector. Recognition of the DOCG\, obtained from the 2007 vintage\, marked a milestone on the path of growth and consolidation of the appellation. The consortium now has 205 members. The regulations require the use of at least 85 percent Sangiovese. Average annual production is about 9.5 million bottles\, placing Morellino di Scansano among the Tuscan DOCGs most present on the national market\, with a constantly growing export share. \nWeb site: www.consorziomorellino.it \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConsorzioTutelaMorellinoDiScansano URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/alberese-maremma-the-nature-of-wine-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Granaio Lorenese di Spergolaia\, Alberese (GR)\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/mareMMMa-la-natura-del-vino.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260301T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260303T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260203T123014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T173432Z UID:51439-1772359200-1772568000@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Paestum Wine Fest 2026 DESCRIPTION:Paestum Wine Fest 2026 – The great wine festival returns to southern Italy March 1-3 at the Hotel Ariston in Paestum\nFrom March 1 to 3\, 2026\, Paestum Wine Fest\, the fair-festival dedicated to wine and wine business innovation in the heart of ancient Paestum\, in the province of Salerno\, returns. Now in its 15th edition\, the event confirms itself as one of the most important wine fairs in central and southern Italy. The revamped format focuses on technological innovation\, business relations and internationalization\, making it ideal for operators\, wineries\, buyers\, trade press and the passionate public. \nPaestum Wine Fest 2026 blends the exhibition experience with a series of activities\, meetings and educational moments capable of stimulating new business connections and insights into the most current trends in the world of wine. \nA festival of business\, culture and meeting\nPaestum Wine Fest is an event that goes beyond mere tasting. Born as an exhibition fair\, over the years it has evolved into a global comparison platform\, able to connect producers\, consortia\, distributors\, importers and wine communication professionals. For the 2026 edition\, the emphasis is on two main directions: technological innovation applied to wine and opening up to strategic foreign markets. \nAmong the expected innovations are also projects dedicated to education and popularization\, with master classes and sessions led by renowned Italian experts\, speakers and sommeliers. Also planned are initiatives such as “Inside The Wine\,” a project involving creators\, journalists and storytellers to tell the festival from an authentic and immersive perspective. \nProgram and main contents\n\nDates: March 1-3\, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.\nLocation: Hotel Ariston Paestum\, on Via Laura\, in the heart of the archaeological area of Paestum (Salerno)\n\nThe event consists of three content-rich days with a mix of activities aimed at both professionals and the specialized public. \nSunday\, March 1\, 2026\n\n13.00 – 14.30 Masterclass Allegrini: The depth of La Poja – Speakers: Oscar Lanciani\, Domenico Accinni\, Luca Amato\n14.00 – 16.30 Masterclass Biodynamics between moon\, sky and new awareness – Speakers: Giorgia Sinapi\, Cecilia D’Amato\, Stefano Genovese\n15.00 – 16.30 Masterclass A journey through Italian wines: guided tasting of some Vinoway Selection star wines – Moderator and speakers: Giorgia Sinapi\, Cecilia D’Amato\, Stefano Genovese\n16.30 – 17.00 Book Presentation. “Conversation Manual on Great Sweet Wines.“ by Andrea Gori\n17.00 – 18.30 Monitor Wine Market in Italy: a transitional phase beyond catering – Moderator Davide Gangi – Speakers: Leila Salimbeni\, Vittori Ferla\, Francesco Scarcelli\, Francesco Cioria\, Gianni Daniele\n17.00 – 18.30 Masterclass italy vs france: classical methods compared – Speakers: Pascal Tinari\, Patrizio Pizzi\, Francesco Cioria\, Davide Macaluso\n18.00 – 19.30 Small Ancient World Masterclass : from the Caucasus to the Andes – Speaker: Nello Gatti\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, March 2\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Masterclass “the islands of the world\, a journey through island viticulture” – Speakers: Tommaso Luongo\, Gabriele Bianchi\, Carmelo Di Pasquale\, Edoardo Ligabue\n14.00 – 19.00 AIBES Regional Competition 2026 by invitation – Speakers: Aibes National President Angelo Donnaloia and Aibes National Treasurer Fabio Pinto\n2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Monitor Choosing wine: what really matters today. roberto parodi meets the younger generation – Moderator: Roberto Parodi – Speakers: Alessandro Rossi\, Angelo Zarra\, Felix Jermann \,Clementina and Valentino Simone (Cantina Scompiglio)\n15:00 – 16:30 Masterclass The black rooster pyramid. chianti classico docg in its three types vintage\, riserva and grand selection – Speakers: Luca Grippo and Andrea Gori\n15.00 – 16.30 Masterclass Pairing an emotion: 5 books with 5 wines in the dark chosen by sommeliers – Speakers: Carla Scarsella\, Giorgia Capriotti\, Federica Gatto\, Simone Cotugno\, Francesca Pellegrini\, Maria Cerino\n17.00 – 18.30 Masterclass Evolution and identity of the wines of the province of Salerno – Speakers: Federico Latteri\, Paola Restelli\, Charlie Arturaola\n17.00 – 18.30 Masterclass Monterossa Cabochon: a precious cut – Speakers: Domenico Accinni\, Marco De Signoribus\, Michela Scarello\, Sara Checchelani\n18.30 – 19.00 Monitor Wine tourism\, from improvisation to method – Moderator: Roberto Parodi – Speakers: Fabio Piccoli\, Filippo Galanti\, Lavinia Furlani\, Stefano Tulli\, Francesca Negri\n21.00 Award Ceremony and Dinner Party\n\nTuesday\, March 3\, 2026\n\n10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Conference the present and future of sommellerie and room service – wine list italia on tour\n10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Talk The meeting between professionals and students\n13.00 – 14.30 Masterclass The new talents of Italian oenology – Davide Gangi Young Oenologists – Speakers: Alessandro Leoni\, Andrea Pala\, Antonio Scatigna\, Marco Mascellani\, Jacopo Vagaggini\, Nicola Biasi\n13.00 – 14.30 Masterclass Tenuta Fratini and Villa Ciabattini – Speakers: Davide D’Alterio\n15.00 – 20.00 Wine List Italy – THE GRAND TASTING WINE LIST ITALY ON TOUR – PAESTUM\n15.00 – 16.30 Masterclass Piemonte\, la Barbera: the many faces of an eclectic and versatile wine – Piemonte Land – Speakers: Paola Restelli\, Eros Teboni\, Federica Gatto\n15.30 – 16.30 Masterclass Evolution and identity of the wines of the province of Salerno – Vita Salernum Vites Consortium – Speakers: Luca Grippo\, Chiara Giannotti\, Matteo Zappile\n2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Monitor USA and beyond: why the future of Italian wine must be diversified – Moderator: Davide Gangi\nSpeakers: Leila Salimbeni Kerin Meriot\, Adua Villa\, Charlie Arturaola\n17.00 – 18.30 Brunello Masterclass Le Macioche: the balance between energy and elegance – Moderator: Chiara Giannotti – Speakers: Paolo Paulo De Carvalho\n\nWho the event is designed for.\nPaestum Wine Fest 2026 is addressed to: \n\nwine and Ho.Re.Ca. catering professionals.\ninternational buyers and importers\njournalists and industry communicators\nproducers\, consortia and wineries\nAudience of wine lovers and enthusiasts with interest in the wine business\n\nThe event offers opportunities for professional development\, B2B meetings\, tastings of selected labels\, in-depth masterclasses and sessions dedicated to wine communication and promotion. \nDetailed information on the full program\, tickets and how to participate can be found on the official website: www.paestumwinefest.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/paestum-wine-fest-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Hotel Ariston Paestum\, Via Laura\, Paestum\, Italy CATEGORIES:Campania Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Paestum-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260228T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260301T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260112T103638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T140308Z UID:50282-1772274600-1772395200@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Rome Wine Expo 2026 DESCRIPTION:Rome Wine Expo 2026 – The Eternal City celebrates wine culture from February 28 to March 1 at Grand Hotel The Westin Excelsior\nFrom February 28 to March 1\, 2026\, the Italian capital will be transformed into one of the main wine squares. Rome Wine Expo 2026\, the great wine festival puts Italian and international wine culture at the center. The event takes place in the beautiful setting of the Grand Hotel The Westin Excelsior in Rome\, and features three days full of tastings\, masterclasses\, meetings with producers\, in-depth moments and awards. \nRome Wine Expo is now in its fifth edition. It confirms its mission to promote the culture of quality and wine territories\, enhancing the different territorial declinations through a program that combines tasting counters\, masterclasses and thematic seminars. The event is designed for trade operators\, specialized press\, national and international buyers\, wine lovers and enthusiasts who wish to deepen their knowledge of Italian and foreign wines. \nSchedule February 28-March 1\, 2026\nSaturday\, February 28\, 2026 \n\n10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. B2B meetings with industry professionals\n12:00 noon Masterclass\n2:00-8:00 p.m. Opening of tasting booths\n2:30 pm Masterclass\n4:30 pm Masterclass\n6:30 pm Masterclass\n\nSunday\, March 1\, 2026 \n\n10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. B2B meetings with industry professionals\n2:00-8:00 p.m. Opening of tasting booths\n2 p.m. Awards “The Excellence of Rome Wine Expo\,” awards that highlight wines selected in different categories by a jury of experts and the event participants themselves.\n\nUseful Information:\nRome Wine Expo 2026 si svolge al Grand Hotel The Westin Excelsior\, una location storica nel cuore di Roma\, fra Villa Borghese e Trinità dei Monti. \nPer tutte le informazioni su biglietti\, accrediti\, elenco espositori e orari aggiornati\, è possibile consultare il sito ufficiale della manifestazione: www.romewinexpo.com URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/rome-wine-expo-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:The Westin Excelsior Rome\, Via Veneto 125\, Roma\, Italy CATEGORIES:Rome Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Rome-Wine-Expo-2026-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Riserva Grande":MAILTO:eventi@riservagrande.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260114T110807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T110807Z UID:50465-1772236800-1772323199@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Tortèl & Gropèl 2026 at Lasterosse Winery DESCRIPTION:Tortèl & Gropèl 2026\, the authentic taste of Val di Non: \, every weekend until March 1 potato tortèl\, Groppello\, dedicated menus\, restaurants and masterclasses.\nUntil March 1\, 2026\, Val di Non celebrates one of its most beloved gastronomic rituals with Tortèl & Gropèl\, the food and wine festival dedicated to potato tortèl\, a symbol of conviviality in the valleys of the Noce River\, and Groppello\, an indigenous red wine that tells the area’s most authentic winemaking story. \nAn appointment that is renewed every weekend\, transforming restaurants\, agritourisms and wineries into meeting places where tradition\, taste and local identity meet at the table. \nOn the calendar of events\, a new masterclass is scheduled for Saturday\, Feb. 28 \, at Cantina Lasterosse in Romallo\, designed for those who want to discover-or rediscover-the secrets of traditional Nonesa cuisine. \nPotato tortèl: the dish of conviviality\nTortèl is not only a gastronomic specialty\, but a true collective ritual. Served at the center of the table in large steaming trays\, it is accompanied by the symbolic products of the valley: cheeses from local dairies\, lucanica\, speck\, mortandela\, carne salada\, to the ever-present cabbage and borlotti bean salad.Each diner constructs his or her own dish\, making the moment of dinner a convivial\, informal experience deeply linked to local culture. \nGroppello\, the “heroic” wine of Val di Non\nNext to tortèl\, the star in the glass is Groppello\, a rare grape variety grown by only five families on steep\, terraced slopes overlooking Lake Santa Giustina. It is an elegant\, spicy wine with vibrant freshness\, capable of enhancing every mouthful and telling\, sip after sip\, the patient and courageous work of the valley’s winemakers. \nTortèl & Gropèl Menus.\nAll participating establishments offer a dedicated menu\, featuring potato cakes and local products\, enriched by personal interpretations: pokies\, sauerkraut\, peperonata\, homemade jams or traditional desserts. Many restaurants also offer gluten-free options\, always by reservation. \nThe review involves numerous restaurants and agritourisms in the Non Valley\, active on weekends or for selected periods. A complete and updated list of participating establishments is available on the official Visit Val di Non website. \nFor every Tortèl & Gropèl menu purchased\, guests receive a 10% discount voucher for the purchase of Groppello and other local wines at participating wineries\, valid until March 31\, 2026. \nTortèl & Gropèl Masterclass – Lasterosse Winery (Romallo) – Saturday\, February 28\, 2026\nThe masterclass on Saturday\, February 28\, 2026 takes place at Cantina Lasterosse (Romallo). After a welcome toast\, the chef walks participants through the preparation of tortèi: from choosing the potatoes to grating\, from kneading the dough to frying\, and the perfect browning.This is followed by a tasting of the tortèi prepared together\, paired with salumi and cheeses from the valley and a glass of Groppello. \n\nWhen: Saturday\, February 28\, 2026\nWhere: Lasterosse Winery – Romallo (Val di Non)\nTime: 4:30 pm\nDuration: about 2 hours\n\n\nParticipation in the masterclass is by reservation only\, with registration open until 5 p.m. the day before \nFull details about the Tortèl & Gropèl festival and upcoming events are available on the official website: www.visitvaldinon.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/tortel-gropel-2026-at-lasterosse-winery-2/?lang=en LOCATION:Cantina Lasterosse\, Romallo (Val di Non)\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting,Trentino Alto Adige Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Tortel-Gropel-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260218T102448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T102448Z UID:52297-1772064000-1772150399@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Rome - Verticale of Sassicaia at Cellar Sommelier DESCRIPTION:Verticale Tasting of Sassicaia with Cellar Sommelier: an exclusive evening dedicated to one of the iconic wines of Italian excellence\nOn Thursday\, February 26\, 2026\, Rome’s Cellar Sommelier Enoteca is organizing a unique vertical tasting\, accompanied by a dinner with specially designed food pairings from Rome’s Song restaurant. \nA not-to-be-missed event for enthusiasts and collectors who wish to delve into one of Italy’s most iconic wines through a guided vertical tasting and a dinner designed down to the smallest detail. \nThe organization: Cellar Sommelier\nThe tasting is organized by Cellar Sommelier\, a refined wine shop and wine bar located in Rome’s Prati district. Known for its curated selection of Italian and international labels\, it offers an intimate and welcoming environment that combines wine culture and conviviality. \n The wine shop is distinguished by programming focused on verticals\, thematic tastings and in-depth meetings with great Italian and international labels\, often difficult to find on the market or presented in vintages of particular historical-critical interest. \nThe tasting: a journey into the myth of Sassicaia\nThe absolute star of the evening will be Tenuta San Guido‘s celebrated Sassicaia\, an iconic wine of the Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC appellation and an international benchmark for so-called “Supertuscans.” \nSassicaia marked a momentous turning point for Italian oenology\, putting Bolgheri on the map of great international terroirs. Born from the intuition of Marquis Mario Incisa della Rocchetta\, Sassicaia represents a Bordeaux reading of the Mediterranean\, based on a predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon blend with a share of Cabernet Franc\, capable of combining structure\, aromatic finesse and extraordinary ageing capacity. \nThrough a selection of four vintages – 2017\, 2019\, 2020 and 2022 – participants will explore the stylistic and aromatic evolution of this great red\, discovering how weather and climatic conditions influence the wine’s profile. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDinner paired with Song Dimsum restaurant. \nThe tasting will be accompanied by a dedicated gastronomic itinerary\, currently being defined\, designed to enhance the characteristics of each vintage being tasted. The dinner is organized by Song Dimsum Restaurant\, a Roman reality in which tradition meets modernity. Chinese cuisine\, declined in the purest Hong Kong style\, evolves to offer a unique and enveloping experience. \nChef Lin Sang Chu has forty years of experience in the world’s most prestigious establishments\, from the Kowloon Peninsula via Paris and London. His style expresses all the deep knowledge and great passion in the preparation of his “creations\,” an explosion of flavors and aromas of Chinese cuisine\, offering a unique and unforgettable experience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram of the evening\n\nThe tasting will be held on Thursday\, February 26\, 2026 beginning at 8:00 pm. \nIn tasting: \n\nSassicaia 2022 – Tenuta San Guido\nSassicaia 2020 – Tenuta San Guido\nSassicaia 2019 – Tenuta San Guido\nSassicaia 2017 – Tenuta San Guido\n\nAll accompanied by a dinner with dedicated food pairings. \nUseful information and reservations\nThe cost of the evening is 260 euros per person\, and reservations will be confirmed only upon payment in advance. \nFor information and reservations:Enoteca Cellar Sommelier – RomeEmail: cellarsommelier@gmail.comTel: +39 347 3341510 URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/rome-verticale-of-sassicaia-at-cellar-sommelier/?lang=en LOCATION:Cellar Sommelier\, Via Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina 66\, Roma\, Italy CATEGORIES:Rome Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Verticale-di-Sassicaia-al-Cellar-Sommelier.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260223T151522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T154322Z UID:52625-1771977600-1772063999@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Benevento - Sannio Top Wines 2026 DESCRIPTION:Sannio Top Wines 2026 in Benevento: on February 25 at the Museum of Sannio the award ceremony for the best wines of the territory and a focus on wine tourism and the future of the Territory.\nSannio Top Wines in Brief\nOn Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026\, Benevento will pay tribute to its wine protagonists with Sannio Top Wines\, the event dedicated to celebrating the Sannio labels that have won the most important awards in industry guides and international wine competitions. The event will take place in the evocative setting of the Sannio Museum\, a place that symbolizes the history and cultural identity of the territory. \nSannio\, among the most dynamic wine-growing areas in Southern Italy\, is increasingly confirmed as a district capable of combining tradition and innovation\, bringing native grape varieties such as Aglianico del Taburno\, Falanghina del Sannio and Greco into an international dimension. The event was created precisely with the aim of enhancing this heritage\, celebrating the wineries that contribute to the qualitative growth and notoriety of the denomination. \nThe evening’s program\nThe appointment is set for 6 p.m. at the Sannio Museum in Benevento. The heart of the event will be the awards ceremony for Sanniti labels that have distinguished themselves in the main national and international wine guides and competitions\, recognizing the work of producers and the value of the territory. \nThe evening will also include a conference on “Samnite wine excellence and the territory as an authentic\, sustainable and contemporary wine tourism destination.” At the meeting\, introduced and moderated by Chiara Giannotti (Creator and Curator Vino.Tv)\, after greetings from: \n\nClemente Mastella (Mayor of Benevento);\nNino Lombardi (President Province of Benevento);\nRaffaele Del Vecchio (President Sannio Europa)\,\n\nSpeakers will include: \n\nGennarino Masiello (President Coldiretti Benevento);\nCarmine Coletta (President Sannio Consorzio Tutela Vini);\nMaria Carmela Serluca (Assessora Agricoltura Regione Campania).\n\nThe evening will also represent a moment of discussion and reflection on the future of the local wine sector\, with particular attention to the issues of sustainable wine tourism and the prospects for the development of Sannio as a wine and food destination of reference. An opportunity to bring companies\, institutions and operators in the sector into dialogue\, strengthening the link between wine\, culture and territorial promotion. \nPlace and date\n\nDate: Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026\nTime: 6 p.m.\nLocation: Sannio Museum\, Benevento\n\nUseful information\nThe event is aimed at industry professionals\, wine enthusiasts and all those who wish to discover and learn more about the excellence of Sannio wine. For updates\, how to participate and more details\, you can visit the official event page and on Facebook. URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/benevento-sannio-top-wines-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Museo del Sannio\, Piazza Santa Sofia\, Benevento\, Italy CATEGORIES:Campania Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Doctor-Wine-Calendario-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260225 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260120T095444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T095444Z UID:50627-1771891200-1771977599@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Rome - Sangiovese Purosangue 2026 DESCRIPTION:Sangiovese Purosangue 2026: Homage to Italy’s iconic wine grape variety\nBack in Rome is the Sangiovese Purosangue event\, conceived and promoted by theEnoClub Siena Association to celebrate one of Italy’s most important and widespread grape varieties: Sangiovese. \nAlways an absolute protagonist in Tuscany-with iconic expressions such as Brunello di Montalcino\, Chianti Classico\, and Nobile di Montepulciano-the Purosangue project delves into the different souls of this grape variety through tastings\, tasting counters and thematic seminars\, highlighting the many territorial expressions of pure wines. \nSangiovese Purosangue 2026 – Feb. 24\, 2026 – Rome\nAt Armando al Pantheon\, in the heart of the capital\, the appointment dedicated to pure Sangiovese is renewed\, with selected producers and wineries presenting their best labels. The day offers a tasting journey among representative wines from the main Italian Sangiovese appellations\, accompanied by seminars and insights led by industry experts\, sommeliers and journalists. Historically\, the Roman event includes extended tasting counters and guided sessions\, with comparative tastings on production zones and historic vintages\, thus offering operators and enthusiasts a unique opportunity to discover the territorial and stylistic nuances of this extraordinary grape variety \nA not-to-be-missed event for those who wish to explore Sangiovese not only as a Tuscan grape variety\, but as a wine phenomenon in constant evolution. \nUseful Details:\n\nWhere: Armando al Pantheon Restaurant\, Salita de’ Crescenzi 31\, Rome\nWhen: Tuesday\, February 24\, 2026 4 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\nReservations: enoclubsiena@gmail.com\n\n  URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/rome-sangiovese-purosangue-2026-2/?lang=en LOCATION:Armando al Pantheon\, Salita de' Crescenzi 31\, Roma\, Italy CATEGORIES:Rome Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Doctor-Wine-Calendario-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Enoclub Siena":MAILTO:enoclubsiena@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260222T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260223T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260111T153312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T153312Z UID:50262-1771758000-1771873200@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Montepulciano - Preview of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2026 DESCRIPTION:Preview of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2026: at the Fortezza Medicea the big date with the new vintages\nOne of the most eagerly awaited events on the Italian wine scene returns again in 2026: the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Preview. The event will take place on Saturday\, Feb. 22 and Sunday\, Feb. 23\, 2026 inside the imposing Medici Fortress in Montepulciano (Siena)\, with tastings\, meetings and seminars dedicated to the most representative wines of the Tuscan DOCG appellation\, considered among the great Italian reds for quality and longevity. \nA historic event for a historic denomination\nThe Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Preview is a tradition with more than 30 years of history\, organized by the Consorzio del Vino Nobile di Montepulciano together with the Strada del Vino Nobile and the town’s ProLoco\, with the support of the Municipality of Montepulciano. \nThe event is a key moment to discover a preview of the new vintages being released and to experience firsthand the complex and multifaceted identity of the Poliziano territory\, including vineyards\, medieval villages and a cultural heritage that is reflected in the wines and landscapes. \nProgram February 22-23\, 2026\nThe two-day Preview will be held with a program of tastings aimed at both Ho.Re.Ca. operators and enthusiasts. \nSaturday\, February 22\, 2026 \n\n11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. – Wine tasting of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano with the producers present in the Fortezza Medicea.\n\nSunday\, February 23\, 2026 \n\n11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. – Continuation of tasting with participating companies.\n3 p.m. – Special seminar “Le Pievi del Vino Nobile di Montepulciano\,” curated by Adua Villa\, an in-depth study dedicated to the Pievi\, historical places linked to the wine-making tradition of Montepulciano. Participation in the seminar is subject to availability with registration via email indicated on the official website. \n\nDuring the preview it will be possible to taste the new vintages coming out on the market\, in particular Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023\, thevintage ready to be marketed after the aging period required by the regulations\, and Riserva 2022\, as well as other types produced in the area such as Rosso di Montepulciano and Vin Santo di Montepulciano. \nWhere and how to participate\nThe preview takes place inside the charming Fortezza Medicea\, located at Via San Donato 21\, Montepulciano (SI)\, a short walk from Piazza Grande. A historic setting that adds charm to the tasting experience. \nParticipation is open to operators\, insiders and wine lovers. Online registration is mandatory\, with updated information and accreditation available on the official Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Preview page. URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/montepulciano-preview-of-vino-nobile-di-montepulciano-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Fortezza Medicea Montepulciano\, Via San Donato 21\, Montepulciano\, Italy CATEGORIES:Preview Wines,Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Anteprima-Vino-Nobile-di-Montepulciano-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260114T105703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T105703Z UID:50460-1771632000-1771718399@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Tortèl & Gropèl 2026 at Lasterosse Winery DESCRIPTION:Tortèl & Gropèl 2026\, the authentic taste of Val di Non: \, every weekend until March 1 potato tortèl\, Groppello\, dedicated menus\, restaurants and masterclasses.\nUntil March 1\, 2026\, Val di Non celebrates one of its most beloved gastronomic rituals with Tortèl & Gropèl\, the food and wine festival dedicated to potato tortèl\, a symbol of conviviality in the valleys of the Noce River\, and Groppello\, an indigenous red wine that tells the area’s most authentic winemaking story. \nAn appointment that is renewed every weekend\, transforming restaurants\, agritourisms and wineries into meeting places where tradition\, taste and local identity meet at the table. \nOn the calendar of events\, a new masterclass is scheduled for Saturday\, Feb. 21 \, at Cantina Lasterosse in Romallo\, designed for those who want to discover-or rediscover-the secrets of traditional Nonesa cuisine. \nPotato tortèl: the dish of conviviality\nTortèl is not only a gastronomic specialty\, but a true collective ritual. Served at the center of the table in large steaming trays\, it is accompanied by the symbolic products of the valley: cheeses from local dairies\, lucanica\, speck\, mortandela\, carne salada\, to the ever-present cabbage and borlotti bean salad.Each diner constructs his or her own dish\, making the moment of dinner a convivial\, informal experience deeply linked to local culture. \nGroppello\, the “heroic” wine of Val di Non\nNext to tortèl\, the star in the glass is Groppello\, a rare grape variety grown by only five families on steep\, terraced slopes overlooking Lake Santa Giustina. It is an elegant\, spicy wine with vibrant freshness\, capable of enhancing every mouthful and telling\, sip after sip\, the patient and courageous work of the valley’s winemakers. \nTortèl & Gropèl Menus.\nAll participating establishments offer a dedicated menu\, featuring potato cakes and local products\, enriched by personal interpretations: pokies\, sauerkraut\, peperonata\, homemade jams or traditional desserts. Many restaurants also offer gluten-free options\, always by reservation. \nThe review involves numerous restaurants and agritourisms in the Non Valley\, active on weekends or for selected periods. A complete and updated list of participating establishments is available on the official Visit Val di Non website. \nFor every Tortèl & Gropèl menu purchased\, guests receive a 10% discount voucher for the purchase of Groppello and other local wines at participating wineries\, valid until March 31\, 2026. \nTortèl & Gropèl Masterclass – Lasterosse Winery (Romallo) – Saturday\, February 21\, 2026\nThe masterclass on Saturday\, February 21\, 2026 takes place at Cantina Lasterosse (Romallo). After a welcome toast\, the chef walks participants through the preparation of tortèi: from choosing the potatoes to grating\, from kneading the dough to frying\, and the perfect browning.This is followed by a tasting of the tortèi prepared together\, paired with salumi and cheeses from the valley and a glass of Groppello. \n\nWhen: Saturday\, February 21\, 2026\nWhere: Lasterosse Winery – Romallo (Val di Non)\nTime: 4:30 pm\nDuration: about 2 hours\n\n\nParticipation in the masterclass is by reservation only\, with registration open until 5 p.m. the day before \nFull details about the Tortèl & Gropèl festival and upcoming events are available on the official website: www.visitvaldinon.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/tortel-gropel-2026-at-lasterosse-winery/?lang=en LOCATION:Cantina Lasterosse\, Romallo (Val di Non)\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting,Trentino Alto Adige Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Tortel-Gropel-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260220T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260222T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260206T095847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T095847Z UID:51660-1771603200-1771794000@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Rome - Luca Maroni's Best Italian Wines 2026 DESCRIPTION:Luca Maroni’s Best Italian Wines 2026: Rome hosts the 25th edition of the event dedicated to Italian wine excellence\nFrom Feb. 20-22\, 2026\, Rome will once again become the capital of Italian wine with Luca Maroni’s I Migliori Vini Italiani\, a historic event celebrating its 25th edition in 2026. \nThe venue for the event is once again the Salone delle Fontane at EUR\, which will welcome winelovers\, industry professionals and the press for three days of tastings\, meetings and in-depth discussions dedicated to the best of national wine production. \nThe event in brief\nConceived and curated by Luca Maroni\, an internationally renowned sensory analyst\, together with Francesca Romana Maroni\, CEO of Sens Eventi\, the event represents one of the longest-running and most popular events on the Italian wine scene. The well-established format focuses on free and unlimited tastings\, allowing visitors to build their own tasting path without constraints\, following taste\, curiosity and personal sensibility. \nThe tasting will feature hundreds of wineries from all regions of Italy\, including the islands\, selected for the sensory quality of their labels\, an expression of the country’s extraordinary wine biodiversity. \nWhat’s new in this edition\nNew in this edition of I Migliori Vini Italiani will be an in-depth look atdealcoholic wines \n\, which have been the subject of much talk in recent weeks on the occasion of the approval of the interministerial decree on the taxation of their production. Maroni’s goal will be to shed light on low-alcohol and no-alcohol wines that\, despite the continuous growth in demand on the global market\, raise numerous doubts. \nThe event will also be\, as it is every year\, an opportunity to pull the strings of the past 12 months\, taking a timely snapshot of the state of wine in Italy: “Never has the standard of quality of all Italian wine denominations and types been so high\, especially that of the cheaper\, high-volume wines. As for quality/price and quality/quantity ratio\, Italian wine competes at the highest level in the world.” That’s because\, as Maroni himself specifies in the preface to the Yearbook of the Best Italian Wines 2026\, while the most emblazoned labels have reached sky-high prices\, lovers of good wine\, thanks to the Italian Wine Renaissance that began in the 1980s\, can now buy bottles of exceptional analytical and sensory quality\, at very competitive prices. \nItaly’s viticulture of excellence attracts like few other countries for its richness\, biodiversity and tradition\, but to show what is happening in the rest of the world as well\, an engaging in-depth workshop on South American wines will take place curated by Luca Maroni during which visitors will be able to discover them by following a narrative that is both technical and perfectly understandable. \nAn additional workshop on different sparkling wine methods will enrich the event\, with tastings of some fine labels. \nAs always\, the event will also be enlivened by focus-edited by Francesca Maroni-on some gastronomic products for tasting that fully express the most authentic traditions of our territory. \nThe program of The Best Italian Wines 2026\nIt will feature the best productions of hundreds of companies\, from every corner of Italy\, selected for their careful work and respect for the grape fruit that is found in its integrity inside the glass. \nMany events will enliven the three-day event: \nThursday\, Feb. 19 (invitation-only event)\n\nGala evening reserved for institutions and producers\, in the Salone delle Fontane. Companies with the highest mentions will take the stage to collect their certificates of excellence. \n\nFriday\, February 20\n\n6:30 pm\, “Què hay de los vinos sudamericanos?” an unprecedented tasting of selected wines from South America.\n7:30 p.m.\, workshop dedicated to two of Abruzzo’s iconic products. From goblet to plate\, participants will learn all the secrets of Aquila salami and Spianata \n8 p.m.\, green light for the highly anticipated tasting led by Luca Maroni\, who will analyze the emotions released from the proposed glasses.\n9:30 p.m.\, “Bread\, Wine and Pecorino” workshop (to be repeated on each day) with tastings by Forneria Agricola Caccioppoli\, a bakery in Sant’Antonio Abate (NA) that specializes in the production of bread made with km0 raw materials and in collaboration with the Consortium for the Protection of Pecorino Romano Cheese\n\nSaturday\, February 21\n\n5 p.m.\, “The spirit of wine” workshop dedicated to dealcolated wines\n6:30 p.m.\, workshop on the productsdel Salumificio Sorrentino\, whose protagonists will be Salame Corallina and Guanciale\n7:30 p.m. Luca Maroni’s tasting workshop: his savoir faire will take participants on a stroll through the sweetness\, savoriness and acidity of the wines examined.\n8:30 p.m.\, closing the day will once again be pecorino cheese with the workshop “Bread\, Wine and Pecorino” led by Francesca Romana Maroni.\n\nSunday\, February 22\n\n5 p.m.\, “From Classic to Ancestral: the methods of sparkling wine”: bubbles will open the day\n6 p.m.\, “Bread\, wine and pecorino”\n7 p.m. tasting led by Luca Maroni to discover all the sensory nuances of wine from different wineries in Italy\n7:30 p.m.\, tasting “The elixir of love: jujube liqueur” by Aparo Liquori\, a Sicilian brand in its debut\, conducted by Francesca Romana Maroni\,\n\nUseful information\n\nRome\, Salone delle Fontane – EUR\nFeb. 20-21\, 2026: 4 p.m. to midnight (last entry 11 p.m.)\nFeb. 22\, 2026: 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (last admission 8:00 p.m.)\nTickets in Online presale\n\nAll information and ticketing can be found on the event’s official website. URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/rome-luca-maronis-best-italian-wines-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Salone delle Fontane Roma\, Via Ciro il Grande 10/12\, Roma\, Italy CATEGORIES:Rome Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/I-Migliori-Vini-Italiani-di-Luca-Maroni.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260111T150749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T150749Z UID:50261-1771545600-1771631999@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Arezzo - Valdarno di Sopra Day 2026 DESCRIPTION:Valdarno di Sopra Day 2026: presentation of the new vintages of Valdarno di Sopra DOC\, between territorial identity and sustainable viticulture.\nOn February 20\, 2026\, Valdarno di Sopra Day returns\, an annual event reserved for the press dedicated to the presentation and tasting of the new vintages of Valdarno di Sopra DOC. The event will take place at theBorro Amphitheater\, in the heart of the province of Arezzo\, offering journalists a full immersion in one of the most interesting and dynamic territories of Tuscan viticulture. \nValdarno di Sopra DOC\nValdarno di Sopra DOC is a young appellation\, officially recognized in 2011\, but with deep roots in Tuscany’s winemaking history. The vineyards stretch along the course of the Arno River in the triangle between Florence\, Siena and Arezzo\, an area that has been devoted to grape growing for centuries. \nThe appellation is distinguished by a strong territorial identity and a shared production vision based on respect for the environment and the enhancement of native grape varieties. The producers of the Consorzio di Tutela Valdarno di Sopra DOC have voluntarily and collectively chosen to adopt the organic dimension as a guiding principle\, placing the territory at the center of every agronomic and oenological decision. \nValdarno di Sopra Day 2026\nValdarno di Sopra Day represents a moment of direct confrontation between producers and specialized press\, designed to delve into the style\, evolution and expressive potential of the denomination’s wines. The format of the event privileges tasting and in-depth analysis\, in a cosy and highly professional setting. \nThe experience begins the evening before with the arrival of guests to the area and continues with a day entirely dedicated to tasting Valdarno di Sopra DOC wines\, offering a comprehensive overview of the new vintages being released. \nThe Program\nFriday\, February 19\, 2026: \n\n6 p.m. – Bus departure from Florence\n8 p.m. – Arrival at the hotel in the Upper Valdarno and guest registration\n9 p.m. – Dinner Valdarno di Sopra\n\nFriday\, February 20\, 2026: \n\n8:30 a.m. – Bus departure from the hotel\n9 a.m. – Arrival at the Borro Amphitheater and guest registration\n9:30 a.m. – Wine tasting Valdarno di Sopra\n1:30 p.m. / 2:30 p.m. – Light lunch\n2:30 p.m. / 5:30 p.m. – Wine tasting Valdarno di Sopra\n6 p.m. – Bus departure for Florence\n\nUseful information\nValdarno di Sopra Day 2026 is restricted to the press.Participation is subject to accreditation and official confirmation from the organization. \nAll details and updates are available on the Consortium’s official website: https://www.valdarnodisopradoc.it/ URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/arezzo-valdarno-di-sopra-day-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Anfiteatro del Borro\, Arezzo\, Italy CATEGORIES:Preview Wines,Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Valdarno-di-Sopra-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260220 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260111T110734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T154929Z UID:50240-1771459200-1771545599@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Firenze - Chianti Lovers & Rosso Morellino 2026 DESCRIPTION:Chianti Lovers & Rosso Morellino 2026: Feb. 19 in Florence preview reserved for the press\nChianti Lovers & Rosso Morellino\, the preview event dedicated to the presentation of the new vintages of Chianti D.O.C.G. and Morellino di Scansano D.O.C.G.\, is back on Feb. 19\, 2026\, at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence\, and is included in the official calendar of Tuscany Preview Week. \nAs was the case in 2025\, the 2026 edition will also be exclusively reserved for the Italian and international press\, with a format focused on technical tasting. The event will be held with an à la carte sommelier service\, without the direct presence of the producers and without the traditional exhibition hall being set up. This choice confirms the desire to offer journalists a concentrated\, orderly\, and functional sampling context for analyzing the new years due out in 2026. \nDuring the day it will be possible to taste the Chianti DOCG 2025 vintage\, the 2024 Chianti Superiore and the 2023 Chianti Riserva\, together with the Morellino di Scansano DOCG 2025 season and 2023 Morellino di Scansano Riserva. A central moment to understand the stylistic and qualitative evolution of two denominations different in size and territory\, but united by a shared path in promotion and direct dialogue with the consumer. \nChianti Lovers & amp; Rosso Morellino was born from the collaboration between the Chianti Wine Consortium and the Morellino of Scansano Protection Consortium\, who chose to join forces in a joint project capable of enhancing the identity\, territorial roots\, and potential of wine tourism. The Chianti Wine Consortium\, founded in 1927\, currently represents approximately 3\,500 farms on 15\,000 hectares of vineyards\, while the Morellino di Scansano Consortium\, founded in 1992 and renamed DOCG in 2007\, has 220 members and 1\,500 hectares registered in the appellation\, with a significant presence of organic viticulture. \nProgram\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026Time: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Press-only event \nIn tasting:\n\nChianti D.O.C.G. Vintage 2025\nChianti Superiore 2024\nChianti Riserva 2023\nMorellino di Scansano D.O.C.G. Vintage 2025\nMorellino di Scansano D.O.C.G. Riserva 2023\n\nWhere\nFortezza da Basso – Arsenale PavilionEntrance Porta Soccorso alla CampagnaViale F. Strozzi 1 – Florence \nUseful information\nAccreditation is mandatory for journalists and must be applied for online only: www.consorziovinochianti.itAccreditation will not be possible on site. URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/chianti-lovers-rosso-morellino-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Fortezza da Basso\, V.le Filippo Strozzi\, 1\, Firenze\, Italy CATEGORIES:Preview Wines,Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chianti-Lovers-Rosso-Morellino.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260111T103537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T103537Z UID:50227-1771372800-1771459199@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Florence - L'Altra Toscana 2026 Preview. DESCRIPTION:L’Altra Toscana 2026 preview: in Florence\, the tale of lesser-known appellations\nOn Feb. 18\, 2026\, Anteprima L’Altra Toscana returns to Florence\, the event that\, as part of Tuscany Preview Week\, turns the spotlight on a wine Tuscany that is less celebrated but increasingly central in terms of quality\, identity and expressive capacity. The event is hosted at the Palazzo degli Affari (Piazza Adua 1) and brings together 11 PDOs and 1 PGI\, with their respective Consortia\, to tell the story of a wine region rich in nuances\, territories and different stories. \nL’Altra Toscana represents that mosaic of appellations that\, although far from the great media spotlight\, contribute substantially to the regional wine offer\, bringing authentic wines to the glasses\, strongly linked to the territory and increasingly appreciated by the press\, operators and enthusiasts. Inland hills\, coastal areas\, historic areas and less-traveled contexts: here viticulture has been rooted for centuries and today expresses itself with an ever-growing awareness of quality. \nAlongside the historic producers of the territories\, the L’Altra Toscana Preview also recounts the contribution of emblazoned names in Italian oenology\, who have chosen these appellations to interpret new terroirs\, enhancing their identity and broadening the expressive horizon of Tuscan wine. A varied ensemble that increasingly intrigues the public and confirms the strategic role of these PDOs and PGIs in the regional panorama. A route that crosses territories from the hills to the sea\, offering a broad and articulated reading of wine Tuscany\, far from stereotypes and increasingly attentive to local peculiarities. \nProgram\nWednesday\, February 18\, 2026 – Palazzo degli Affari\, FlorenceHours: \n\n9:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Tasting reserved for accredited press\, with a la carte sommelier service\n2:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.Tasting by reservation for industry professionals\n\nAdmission is by reservation only \nAnteprima L’Altra Toscana 2026 thus confirms itself as a fundamental moment to understand the plurality of Tuscan viticulture\, enhancing denominations that\, together\, represent a significant part of regional production and contribute to making Tuscany one of the most complex and fascinating viticultural areas in Italy. \nUseful information\nPreview L’Altra Toscana is part of the official calendar of Tuscany Preview Week: https://www.anteprimetoscane.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/florence-laltra-toscana-2026-preview/?lang=en LOCATION:Palazzo degli Affari\, Piazza Adua\, 1\, Firenze\, Italy CATEGORIES:Preview Wines,Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Doctor-Wine-Calendario.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260216T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260217T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260111T082859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T082859Z UID:50221-1771236000-1771354800@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Florence - Chianti Classico Collection 2026 DESCRIPTION:Chianti Classico Collection 2026: New Black Rooster vintages previewed in the largest Chianti Classico wine tasting.\nThe Chianti Classico Collection 2026 returns to Florence with one of the most anticipated events of the Tuscany Preview Week. The preview event dedicated to Black Rooster wines will take place on Monday\, February 16 and Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026 in the evocative setting of the Stazione Leopolda . It is confirmed as the central moment to discover the new vintages of Chianti Classico and meet directly with the protagonists of the denomination. \nEach year the Collection represents a unique opportunity to delve into the identity\, evolution and richness of one of Italy’s most iconic wine territories. Two intense days. The first dedicated to wine professionals and the specialized press. The second to the public of wine lovers\, who will be able to fully immerse themselves in the world of the Black Rooster: \n\nIn keeping with tradition\, Monday\, Feb. 16\, will be reserved for accredited journalists and operators\, providing an ideal professional setting for targeted tastings\, meetings with producers and in-depth coverage of new vintages being released.\nOn Tuesday\, February 17\, however\, the Chianti Classico Collection will also open its doors to the public of enthusiasts\, who will have the opportunity to taste hundreds of labels and talk directly with the producers.\n\nProtagonists of the 2026 edition will be more than 200 Chianti Classico producers. A wide selection of labels will be present for tasting: from the new vintages of theAnnata and Riserva\, to the most representative expressions of the Gran Selezione\, symbol of the highest qualitative expression of the territory. A privileged opportunity to understand the different interpretations of Sangiovese in Chianti Classico\, the nuances of the Additional Geographical Units and the stylistic evolution of the appellation. \nAlongside the free tasting\, the Chianti Classico Collection 2026 will also offer in-depth moments\, guided tours and activities dedicated to wine lovers\, designed to tell the story of the territory\, history and values that make Chianti Classico unique. An experience that combines knowledge\, discussion and pleasure\, in one of the most iconic spaces in the city of Florence. \nThe Chianti Classico Collection thus confirms itself not only as a tasting event\, but as a true meeting point for producers\, operators and wine lovers\, within a week that celebrates the excellence of Tuscan wine internationally. \nThe Program\n\nMonday\, February 16\, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Accredited journalists and practitioners\nTuesday\, February 17\, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Open to the public\n\nUseful information\nUp-to-date details\, access arrangements\, accreditation and reservations can be found on the official Chianti Classico Wine Consortium page: www.chianticlassico.com URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/florence-chianti-classico-collection-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Stazione Leopolda\, Firenze\, Viale Fratelli Rosselli\, 5\, Firenze\, 50144\, Italia CATEGORIES:Preview Wines,Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chianticlassicocollection24-9988-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260213T171108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T171108Z UID:52227-1771113600-1771199999@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:St. Faustino's Party DESCRIPTION:St. Faustino’s Party\, Not Just Couples. On Feb. 15\, Hotel Diana Roof Garden celebrates the feast of St. Faustinus\, patron saint of singles \n Between music\, DJ sets\, cocktails and gourmet delicacies\, all strictly themed\, an evening dedicated to “oddballs” of all ages \n Singles also celebrate. After the customary Valentine’s Day celebration\, Rome’s Hotel Diana Roof Garden is launching an evening dedicated to all (momentarily) lonely hearts in search of a soul mate. And it does so under the auspices of St. Faustinus\, patron saint of singlethood\, whose celebration falls on February 15\, this year in the midst of Carnival. \nThe menu designed by chef Umberto Vezzoli.\nSo here\, from 7 p.m. onward\, is San Faustino’s Party\, a festive cocktail prolongé with music and DJ set reserved for “oddballs” of all ages. Full of gourmet proposals strictly in theme\, designed by chef Umberto Vezzoli. \nSuch as the Hot in the City\, composée of mini hot dogs of chicken and pistachios or shrimp and vegetables\, wrapped in shuttles of colorful bread\, or A Broken Couple\, re-interpretation of the classic fish&chips\, with tempura cod\, crispy octopus\, yogurt sauce and potato sticks. All to enjoy then is the Red Passion\, bewitching red beet risotto\, along with the Trancio di cuori\, a selection of pizzas\, pincas and pizzottas with the most mouth-watering toppings\, and the Burger solitaire\, slim burgers of beef\, salmon or vegetables. Don’t miss the Seeking the Middle dessert\, from the double dark chocolate and berry mousse. \nSparking the Brescian chef’s imagination are the common origins with the patron saint: since St. Faustino\, in addition to supporting Signorini&signorine\, is also the protector of the city Lioness of Italy. “February 15 is a date I have always carried in my heart\,” Vezzoli explains. “In fact\, in Brescia\, in honor of the saint\, a big fair is held every year \, with stalls\, handicrafts and food specialties. And along the crowded streets of the historic center was always an opportunity for unexpected encounters\, favored of course From St. Faustinus. Who\, I am sure\, will be benevolent here in Rome as well….” \nAlso in theme with the evening of course are the drinks\, designed for the occasion by Gianluca Storchi\, bartender at Diana Cocktail Bar. Which wines? Faustino’s Spritz\, made with vodka\, rosé wine and elderflower\, light and floral\, ideal for a sparkling courtship. \nBut also the Solo Solo\, bitter Americano with red vermouth and Cynar\, gritty and stimulating\, perfect for amorous redemptions. Not to mention Mi Accaserei\, fruity and persuasive\, with rum\, Aperol\, passion fruit and Peachtree\, for a more than overt and sincere approach. \nThe hospitality of the Hotel Diana\nPromoter and creator of the party Caterina De Angelis\, owner and food&beverage manager of the hotel. ” We really like to create events that are a bit out of the ordinary: the fact that the Diana has belonged to our family for more than 86 years allows us not only to give life to a customer-friendly reception\, but also to organize new happenings in the sign of our very personal creativity. \nIn a city like Rome\, where hospitality is increasingly standardized\, declined according to the rules of big brands\, we do just the opposite. Because while pursuing standards of the highest efficiency and business evolution\, we continue to give a family imprinting to all our activities. The Feast of St. Faustinus\, along with the many others in the pipeline for 2026\, is precisely among them.” \n San Faustino\, between history and legend. \nA Roman knight who lived in the second century AD\, he was martyred in Brescia along with his brother Jovita for converting to Christianity. Tradition has it that even in his lifetime he favored encounters between young people in search of sincere love\, causing them to meet the right person at the right time\, especially in the case of unmarried young women without dowries. The etymology of the name\, derived from Latin faustus\, propitious\, bringing good luck\, no doubt contributed to this. In our days\, the assonance with the term Valentine and the fact that the holiday falls immediately after February 14\, Lovers’ Day\, has contributed to the birth of the holiday dedicated to singles: perpetuating more than two millennia later the auspicious value of this Christian figure. \nUseful information\n\nWhen: Sunday\, Feb. 15\, 2026 from 7 p.m.\nWhere: The Uliveto Roof Garden – Hotel Diana**** – via Principe Amedeo\, 4 – Rome\nContact: www.hoteldianaroma.com – www.lulivetoroofgarden.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/st-faustinos-party/?lang=en LOCATION:L’Uliveto Roof Garden\, via Principe Amedeo\, 4 - Roma\, Roma\, Italy CATEGORIES:Rome Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/San-Faustinos-Party.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260114T104736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T104736Z UID:50455-1771027200-1771113599@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Tortèl & Gropèl 2026 at El Zeremia Winery DESCRIPTION:Tortèl & Gropèl 2026\, the authentic taste of Val di Non: \, every weekend until March 1 potato tortèl\, Groppello\, dedicated menus\, restaurants and masterclasses.\nUntil March 1\, 2026\, Val di Non celebrates one of its most beloved gastronomic rituals with Tortèl & Gropèl\, the food and wine festival dedicated to potato tortèl\, a symbol of conviviality in the valleys of the Noce River\, and Groppello\, an indigenous red wine that tells the area’s most authentic winemaking story. \nAn appointment that is renewed every weekend\, transforming restaurants\, agritourisms and wineries into meeting places where tradition\, taste and local identity meet at the table. \nA special masterclass is staged Saturday\, Feb. 14\, at the El Zeremia Winery in Revò\, designed for those who want to discover the secrets of true homemade tortèl. \nPotato tortèl: the dish of conviviality\nTortèl is not only a gastronomic specialty\, but a true collective ritual. Served at the center of the table in large steaming trays\, it is accompanied by the symbolic products of the valley: cheeses from local dairies\, lucanica\, speck\, mortandela\, carne salada\, to the ever-present cabbage and borlotti bean salad.Each diner constructs his or her own dish\, making the moment of dinner a convivial\, informal experience deeply linked to local culture. \nGroppello\, the “heroic” wine of Val di Non\nNext to tortèl\, the star in the glass is Groppello\, a rare grape variety grown by only five families on steep\, terraced slopes overlooking Lake Santa Giustina. It is an elegant\, spicy wine with vibrant freshness\, capable of enhancing every mouthful and telling\, sip after sip\, the patient and courageous work of the valley’s winemakers. \nTortèl & Gropèl Menus.\nAll participating establishments offer a dedicated menu\, featuring potato cakes and local products\, enriched by personal interpretations: pokies\, sauerkraut\, peperonata\, homemade jams or traditional desserts. Many restaurants also offer gluten-free options\, always by reservation. \nThe review involves numerous restaurants and agritourisms in the Non Valley\, active on weekends or for selected periods. A complete and updated list of participating establishments is available on the official Visit Val di Non website. \nFor every Tortèl & Gropèl menu purchased\, guests receive a 10% discount voucher for the purchase of Groppello and other local wines at participating wineries\, valid until March 31\, 2026. \nTortèl & Gropèl Masterclass – El Zeremia Winery – Saturday\, February 14\, 2026\nThe masterclass on Saturday\, Feb. 14\, 2026\, takes place at Cantina El Zeremia (Revò) and is a unique opportunity to learn how to prepare tortèi according to tradition.After a welcome toast\, the chef guides participants step by step: from choosing the potatoes to grating\, from the dough to the perfect frying. At the end\, tasting of the tortèi prepared together\, accompanied by local meats and cheeses and a glass of Groppello wine. \n\nWhen: Saturday\, February 14\, 2026\nWhere: Cantina El Zeremia – Revò (Val di Non)\nTime: 4:30 pm\nDuration: about 2 hours\n\n\nParticipation in the masterclass is by reservation only\, with registration open until 5 p.m. the day before \nFull details about the Tortèl & Gropèl festival and upcoming events are available on the official website: www.visitvaldinon.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/tortel-gropel-2026-at-el-zeremia-winery-2/?lang=en LOCATION:Cantina El Zeremia\, Via dell'emigrante\, 15 Fraz\, 38028\, Revò TN\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting,Trentino Alto Adige Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Tortel-Gropel-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260213 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260110T114345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T080529Z UID:50212-1770940800-1771027199@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Florence - PrimAnteprima 2026 DESCRIPTION:PrimAnteprima 2026: Feb. 13 in Florence kicks off the “Previews of Tuscany” week\nIt will be Friday\, February 13\, 2026 \, in Florence for PrimAnteprima 2026 . The event officially opens Tuscany’s Preview Week\, the great moment of presentation of the new vintages of the main regional appellations. \nThe Week of the Previews will take place from February 13 to 20\, 2026\, confirming itself as one of the most relevant events in the Italian and international wine calendar. Promoted by the Region of Tuscany in collaboration with the Consorzi di tutela. \nAs per tradition\, PrimAnteprima represents the institutional prologue of the entire event: an opportunity for meeting and discussion dedicated to the national and international wine press\, with more than 200 journalists from all over the world\, called upon to recount the Tuscany of wine in the following days\, crossing territories\, appellations and production styles. \nThe Florentine event\, scheduled for the morning of Feb. 13\, will be a time for the Region of Tuscany to present visions\, strategies and prospects for the future of regional viticulture. At the center of the story\, as every year\, not only the new vintages\, but also market trends\, export trends\, investments in sustainability\, innovation and international promotion. A necessary framework in a complex phase for the wine sector\, marked by new economic and commercial challenges\, which make the role of the Previews as a global showcase for Tuscan wine even more strategic. \nAfter PrimAnteprima\, the week will get into full swing with a busy schedule of events in the territories: \n\nFebruary 16 and 17 at Stazione Leopolda Chianti Classico Collection\nFeb. 18 at Palazzo degli Affari Preview of L’Altra Toscana\nFeb. 19 at Fortezza da Basso Chianti Lovers & Rosso Morellino\nFebruary 20 in Valdarno Valdarno Above Day\nFebruary 22 and 23 in Montepulciano Preview of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano\n\nPrimAnteprima 2026 thus confirms itself as the symbolic and strategic starting point of a week that is not just a tasting event\, but a true choral tale of wine Tuscany\, the work of its producers and the identity strength of its appellations. \n👉 Detailed program and accreditation information is available on the official portal:\nwww.anteprimetoscane.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/florence-primanteprima-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Palazzo Medici Riccardi\, Via Cavour 3\, Firenze\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/primAnteprima.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260204T092802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T092802Z UID:51615-1770595200-1770681599@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Rome - Sicily and Sardinia Wines and Terroirs of Italy's Great Islands. DESCRIPTION:Sicily and Sardinia Wines and Terroirs of the Great Italian Islands. Go Wine event in Rome\, focus on Sicily and Sardinia\, native grape varieties\, selected wineries. \nOn Monday\, February 9\, 2026\, Rome will host the first Go Wine in Hotel event of the year\, dedicated this time to the viticulture of the great Italian islands: Sicily and Sardinia.\nThe chosen location is the Starhotels Metropole\, just a short walk from Termini Station\, which will host an evening of tasting and in-depth discussion aimed at wine enthusiasts\, Go Wine members and industry professionals. \nThe theme of the evening\nThe event was created with the aim of enhancing two key territories of Italian oenography\, linked by a millennial history of viticulture\, native varieties of great identity and unique landscapes.Sicily and Sardinia tell their stories through their wines\, capable of expressing profoundly different characters but united by a strong territorial imprint\, between sea\, wind and tradition. \nParticipating wineries represent different areas of production in the two islands and meet the public both at the tasting counter and in the thematic wine libraries set up in the hall\, offering a wide-ranging tasting experience. \nProgram and tasting rounds\nOn Monday\, February 9\, 2026 \, to ensure optimal enjoyment of the event\, access is by reservation only\, with tastings divided into shifts. \n🕔 17:00 – 18:30: Preview operatorsTasting reserved for qualified professional operators (wine and food journalists\, wine shops\, restaurants\, wine bars). Accreditation is by email request and confirmation by Go Wine. \n🕕 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.: Open to the publicTasting booth open to wine lovers\, with access regulated by shifts. \nInformation and reservations\n\nWhere: Starhotels Metropole – Rome\nReservations and accreditation: stampa.eventi@gowinet.it (by noon on Feb. 9)\nFor Information: Go Wine Association – Tel. 0173 364631 – www.gowinet.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/rome-sicily-and-sardinia-wines-and-terroirs-of-italys-great-islands/?lang=en LOCATION:Starhotels Metropole Rome\, Via Principe Amedeo\, 3\, Roma\, Italy CATEGORIES:Rome Events,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Sicilia-e-Sardegna.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Go Wine":MAILTO:info@gowinet.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260208T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260209T190000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260126T161111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T161111Z UID:50874-1770544800-1770663600@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Mugello - Appenninia Wine Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:Appenninia Wine Festival 2026 – Wines of the Apennines return to Mugello Circuit: tastings\, masterclasses\, conferences and Wine Shop\nOn the weekend of February 8 and 9\, 2026\, theAppenninia Wine Festival will open its doors in the picturesque setting of theMugello racetrack . The spotlight will be on the wines of theApennine arc and their territorial identity. \nNow in its fourth edition\, the festival promoted by the PROVIMU – Produttori Vini Mugello association invites wine lovers\, operators and the press to discover more than 40 producers from all over the Apennines\, in an experience that combines tastings\, wine culture\, in-depth studies and moments of discussion. \nA festival to tell the story of deep-sea wine\nAppenninia is not just a wine fair: it is a cultural project that tells the stories of Apennine producers\, the richness of hill and mountain territories and the value of small-scale production. The 2026 edition aims to enhance these realities through a program full of tastings\, masterclasses\, thematic talks and meetings with experts\, with the goal of raising awareness of the wines of Italy’s highlands. \nTechnically coordinating the event is Francesco Saverio Russo\, a wine communicator and popularizer with years of experience in conducting masterclasses and in-depth seminars. Also present as Brand Ambassador of the 2026 edition will be Ilaria Lorini\, elected Best Sommelier of Italy AIS 2025\, a figure who embodies the values of quality\, expertise and rootedness in the territory that the festival aims to promote. \nProgram and schedule\n\nSunday\, Feb. 8\, 2026 – 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.The first day is open to the public\, with free tastings at the producers’ booths\, in-depth talks and the opportunity to meet directly with the winemakers in attendance. Trade professionals can enter free of charge after registration/accreditation. Scheduled events on Sunday include talks on Apennine wine and book presentations\, as well as tastings in a dedicated area. \nMonday\, Feb. 9\, 2026 – 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.The second day will include tastings for the public from 1:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and\, in the morning(10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)\, a conference dedicated to the press and trade focusing on viticultural\, economic and social perspectives of Apennine wine. A thematic masterclass on Apennine wines is also scheduled in the afternoon. \n\nWine Shop and News 2026\nOne of the new features of the 2026 edition is the official Appenninia Wine Shop\, run by the Pro Loco of Scarperia\, where it will be possible to purchase the wines featured at the tasting on site at special prices reserved for fair visitors. \nUseful Informations: \n\nPublic admission: fee\nIndustry professionals: free access with accreditation\nPlace: Autodromo del Mugello – Scarperia and San Piero (FI)\nDates: February 8-9\, 2026\nHours:– Sunday 8/2: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.– Monday 9/2: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (accredited confidential conference) + 1:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (tastings)\n\nThe racetrack’s bar and self-service restaurant will also be in operation during the event to accompany the tastings with practical and quality food offerings. \nFor more details https://appenninia.com/ URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/mugello-appenninia-wine-festival-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Autodromo del Mugello\, Scarperia e San Piero (FI)\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Appenninia-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260208T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260209T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260116T105222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T105222Z UID:50537-1770544800-1770660000@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:VinNatur Genoa 2026 DESCRIPTION:VinNatur Genova 2026 – The natural wine festival returns to the Old Port\, with Italian and foreign producers\, free tastings and food area.\nOn the first weekend of February\, Sunday\, Feb. 8 and Monday\, Feb. 9\, 2026\, Genoa confirms itself as the Italian capital of natural wine with VinNatur Genova 2026\, the event organized by theVinNatur Association – Natural Winegrowers dedicated to wine productions obtained with methods that respect the environment\, soils and territorial identity. The event takes place in the spaces of the Magazzini del Cotone\, in the picturesque setting of Genoa’s Old Port. \nA festival for natural wine\nVINNATUR is one of the leading global associations of natural wines\, founded in 2006 with the aim of promoting viticulture that is transparent\, sustainable and rooted in productive territories. The 2026 edition of VinNatur Genova brings an international selection of natural winemakers to the city\, offering the public and professionals a unique opportunity to taste wines that express authenticity\, biodiversity and responsible agronomic choices. \nCompared to previous editions\, 2026 will also see the unveiling of a new digital platform\, accessible via a browser\, designed to help visitors navigate their way through the wineries and labels being tasted\, by browsing the cards and information directly from their smartphones or tablets. \nFood Area\nIn addition to natural wines\, there are several gastronomic offerings within the food area\, including bistro\, pinsa\, anchovies\, cured meats and chocolate\, designed to accompany tastings with quality products selected for the occasion. \nProgram and schedule\nThe event is spread over two consecutive days\, with opening to the public and operators on Sunday and access exclusively for operators on Monday: \n\nSunday\, February 8\, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Open to the public\, trade and press\, with tasting booths and direct presence of producers.\nMonday\, February 9\, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Access for industry professionals only\, with opportunities to learn more about techniques\, production philosophies and dialogue with the winemakers in attendance.\n\nDuring both days\, visitors can talk with producers\, learn more about natural growing and winemaking techniques\, and discover wines that tell the richness of Italian and foreign territories. \nUseful information\n\nLocation: Magazzini del Cotone – Porto Antico\, Genoa\nDates: Sunday\, February 8 and Monday\, February 9\, 2026\nHours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (both days)\nTickets: can only be purchased on site. Accompanied minors may enter at no cost but may not do tastings.\nOfficial page: https://www.vinnatur.org/eventi/ URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/vinnatur-genoa-2026/?lang=en LOCATION:Genova\, Magazzini del Cotone – Porto Antico\, Calata Molo Vecchio 15\, Genova\, GE\, 16128\, Italia CATEGORIES:Events Liguria,Tasting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/VinNatur-Genova-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209 DTSTAMP:20260421T021640 CREATED:20260123T101218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T101218Z UID:50774-1770508800-1770595199@www.doctorwine.wine SUMMARY:Florence - Out of Taste at the Salt Theater DESCRIPTION:Out of Taste at Teatro del Sale: Marche returns to Florence with a splendid tribute to Rossini between music and flavors\nA dinner show organized by LINFA in collaboration with journalist Leonardo Romanelli\nOn Sunday\, Feb. 8\, the Marche region will return for the second time at the Teatro del Sale in Florence as part of the “Fuori di Taste” calendar with a show dedicated to Rossini and a dinner tribute to local food and wine excellence. \nSoprano Valentina Corradetti\, pianist Massimiliano Caporale and baritone Giacomo Medici will take the stage to bring to life an exciting and entertaining performance in which technical rigor and interpretive quality will succeed not only in touching the audience’s heart but also in making them smile\, thanks to an elegant and playful tribute to Rossini. \nAlso taking the stage will be journalist Leonardo Romanelli in a dialogue between the lyrical notes of Pastiche and the gastronomic suggestions of the talk “Le Marche and artisan savoir faire.” \nGuests will be able to interact with a delegation composed of six entrepreneurs who will be present at Pastiche Rossiniano representing the Marche collective or-ganized by Linfa for the Marche Chamber of Commerce and Marche Region\, as part of the 2025-2026 convention and funded by the Marche ERDF PR 2021-2027 Action 1.3.4 “Interventions to support internationalization processes.” \nThe dinner\, organized by Teatro del Sale in collaboration with Linfa\, will feature a sequence of courses inspired by Rossini’s most beloved dishes\, made with raw materials from the Marche region\, alongside a selection of traditional regional recipes. \nThe wines for tasting\, including bubbles\, whites and reds\, will be a selection of labels from the Marche region curated by Leonardo Romanelli. \nLINFA and the Salt Theater\nThe event organized by LINFA\, Special Agency of the Marche Chamber of Commerce\, promoter of 33 food and wine realities that will take part in the 18th edition of Taste\, will be a tribute to the well-known Marche composer Gioacchino Rossini\, an iconic figure not only in music but also in gastronomy\, of which he was a great admirer and creative interpreter. \nThanks to LINFA and the collaboration with the Teatro del Sale\, a magical and iconic space in Florence where stage and cuisine beat in unison\, you will experience an engaging\, exciting and even entertaining “Fuori di Taste” between opera\, dialogues and flavors in which Rossini\, a Marche native by birth and a foodie by vocation\, lover of food and genius of musi-ca\, will be the common thread. \nThe Spectacle “Rossini’s Bassoon”\nThe show will kick off with an entertaining musical and theatrical performance\, where a soprano\, baritone\, pianist and actor\, will guide the audience through an imaginary and surprising landscape. \nAmong the highlights of the evening\, the duo “I Gatti di Rossini” will enchant with their performance\, followed by the powerful voice of the baritone who will perform “Udite Udite O Rustici” by G. Doni-zetti. The soprano\, on the other hand\, will bring to life G. Verdi’s “Il Brindisi\,” creating an atmosphere of festivity and celebration. \nThe script also includes literary forays with excerpts from Rossini\, evoking profound reflections on the pleasure of food and the art of living. The performers will interact with a set table\, making food the undisputed star of the show. \nBetween notes of “Opera Buffa” and Anacreon’s famous verses\, the audience will be taken through a crescendo of emotions culminating in performances of great works such as W. A. Mozart’s “Fin Ch’han Dal Vino” and J. Offenbach’s “Ah! Quel Diner Je Viens De Faire.” \nThe evening’s magic will also be enhanced by a touch of mystery with “Magic Potions\,” and a tribute to conviviality and gastronomy\, masterfully narrated by actors and singers. \nCompanies from the Marche region attending the evening will be.\n\nANISETTA MELETTI (spirits)\nBACALINI I COTTI OF THE MARCHE (galantine)\nTHE PANARO FOOD (baking)\nTHE TRUFFLE SEARCH BIO (truffles)\nTHE PASTA OF CAMPOFILONE MARILUNGO (pasta)\nSPINOSI (pasta)\n\nThe Program\n\nRegistration: 7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nMusical performance: 8:00 p.m. – 8:40 p.m.\nDinner: 8:40 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.\nTalk “Le Marche and artisan savoir faire” by Leonardo Romanelli : 10:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.\nDessert buffet: 10:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.\n\nInformation\n\nWhen: Sunday\, February 8\nWhere: Teatro del Sale\, Via dei Macci\, 111r – Florence\nEvent start: 8:00 p.m.\nReservations required: at booking@cibreo.com or at the Salt Theater number: 055 2001492\nInfo: www.teatrodelsale.com | www.linfaaziendaspeciale.it URL:https://www.doctorwine.wine/event/florence-out-of-taste-at-the-salt-theater/?lang=en LOCATION:Teatro del Sale\, Via dei Macci\, 111r\, Firenze\, Italy CATEGORIES:Tasting,Tuscany Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.doctorwine.wine/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Fuori-Taste-al-Teatro-del-Sale.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR