Events
Established under the patronage of the governments of Serbia, North Macedonia and Albania as part of the "Open Balkan" initiative, Wine Vision by Open Balkan is the first wine fair in the Balkans and will take place in Belgrade, Serbia, from 10 to 12 October 2026.
Vinitaly International Academy returns to New York for the 35th edition of its certification course.
Following the completion of the online theoretical modules, students will gather on October 25–26, 2026, at Banville Wine Merchants for an immersive tasting program featuring some of Italy’s finest wines and led by VIA Faculty member Sarah Heller MW.
Dopo il successo crescente delle prime edizioni, Vinitaly.USA 2026 torna con nuove opportunità di business, tasting e networking per rafforzare il legame tra il vino italiano e il mercato nordamericano.
Wine tourism remains one of the brightest growth areas in the wine world, especially among American travellers to Italy. Recent studies suggest that more than half of Americans travelling to Italy now place wine, food or both at the centre of their itinerary. Yet most continue to visit the same regions and wineries, leaving enormous opportunity for producers and territories still outside the usual routes.
Italy’s most famous grapes may still dominate the conversation, but some of the country’s most exciting opportunities are found just beyond the usual names. This masterclass is designed for young sommeliers looking for distinctive, versatile and list-friendly Italian wines that can bring fresh energy to by-the-glass programmes and wine pairings.
A journey into the heart of Italy inspired by the late Mario Soldati.
A tribute to the literary pioneer who transformed food and wine storytelling in Italy.
In New York, for Vinitaly.USA 2026, we bring together Chiara Soldati’s personal memories with the strategic vision of the Italian Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forests
MASAF, the Italian Trade Agency, and Veronafiere.
Not just a talk, but a storytelling masterclass to discover why Italy is not just a product, but a story the world wants to hear.
The event concludes with a drinks reception hosted by La Scolca.