Wine Spectator Unveils Italy's 131 Finest for OperaWine and Vinitaly 2025

The wine world eagerly awaits OperaWine 2025, an exclusive showcase of Italy's top wines, curated by Wine Spectator in partnership with Veronafiere and Vinitaly. Bringing together 131 of Italy’s best wine producers, the event offers a unique platform for them to present their wines to international journalists, industry leaders, and influential buyers. Scheduled for April 5, 2025, OperaWine serves as the refined prelude to the 57th edition of Vinitaly, which will run from April 6-9, 2025, celebrating the exceptional diversity and craftsmanship of Italian winemaking.

How OperaWine Showcases Italy's Finest Wines

Italian wines are celebrated worldwide for their distinctive character and quality. Since its inception in 2012, OperaWine, created by Veronafiere, Vinitaly and Wine Spectator, has become the premier event for presenting Italy's best wines. Each year, Wine Spectator meticulously selects top wines through a rigorous evaluation of appearance, aroma, flavor, and overall quality. This careful curation captures the richness of Italian winemaking, bringing together diverse wineries from small family vineyards to large-scale producers, all dedicated to excellence.

OperaWine provides an exclusive experience where journalists, industry professionals, and global influencers can explore Wine Spectator’s curated selection of Italy’s best wines. The event not only highlights Italy’s traditional winemaking heritage but also embraces innovative trends, strengthening Italy’s influence in the global wine market. Beyond beverages, these wines serve as cultural symbols, embodying Italian artistry and heritage. The tasting experience also sparks discussions on marketing, e-commerce, and communication strategies, fields with immense growth potential for Italy's wine industry. As the elegant opening to Vinitaly, OperaWine solidifies its role as a premier platform for showcasing Italy's finest wines.

The 131 Producers for OperaWine 2025

Wine Spectator has unveiled its selection of 131 Italian wine producers for OperaWine 2025, set for April 5 at Verona’s Gallerie Mercatali. Among this year’s selection, Borgo del Tiglio and Caprili will make their debut, adding fresh perspectives to the prestigious gathering.

🍷 Agripunica
🍷 Allegrini
🍷 Altesino
🍷 Anselmi
🍷 Argiano
🍷 Argiolas
🍷 Arnaldo Caprai
🍷 ArPePe
🍷 Az. Agr. Gini Sandro e Claudio
🍷 Bastianich
🍷 Bellavista
🍷 Benanti Viticoltori
🍷 Berlucchi Franciacorta
🍷 Bertani
🍷 Binomio
🍷 Biondi-Santi Tenuta Greppo
🍷 Bisci
🍷 Borgo del Tiglio
🍷 Boscarelli
🍷 Bruno Giacosa
🍷 Bussola Tommaso
🍷 Ca' del Bosco
🍷 Canalicchio di Sopra
🍷 Cantina Terlano
🍷 Cantine Lunae Bosoni
🍷 Caprili
🍷 Carpineto
🍷 Casanova di Neri
🍷 Castellare di Castellina
🍷 Castello Banfi
🍷 Castello di Albola
🍷 Castello di Ama
🍷 Castello di Monsanto
🍷 Castello di Volpaia
🍷 Catabbo
🍷 Cavallotto
🍷 Ceretto
🍷 Colli di Lapio
🍷 Conte Vistarino
🍷 Cusumano
🍷 D'Angelo
🍷 Dal Forno Romano
🍷 Donnafugata
🍷 Elena Walch
🍷 Elvio Cogno
🍷 Famiglia Cotarella
🍷 Fèlsina
🍷 Ferrari Trento
🍷 Feudi di San Gregorio
🍷 Feudo Montoni
🍷 Fontodi
🍷 Francesco Tornatore
🍷 G.B. Burlotto
🍷 G.D. Vajra
🍷 Garofoli
🍷 Gerardo Cesari
🍷 Giacomo Borgogno e Figli
🍷 Gianfranco Fino
🍷 Graci
🍷 Grifalco
🍷 Il Poggione
🍷 IPPOLITO1845
🍷 Isole e Olena
🍷 Istine
🍷 J. Hofstätter
🍷 Jermann
🍷 Lamole di Lamole
🍷 Le Macchiole
🍷 Les Crêtes
🍷 Livio Felluga
🍷 Luciano Sandrone
🍷 Lungarotti
🍷 Marchesi Antinori
🍷 Marchesi Frescobaldi
🍷 Marco Felluga - Russiz Superiore
🍷 Mascarello Giuseppe e Figlio
🍷 Masciarelli
🍷 Masi
🍷 Masottina
🍷 Masseria Li Veli
🍷 Massolino Vigna Rionda
🍷 Mastroberardino
🍷 Mazzei
🍷 Medici Ermete
🍷 Monte del Frà
🍷 Montevetrano
🍷 Morgante
🍷 Nals Margreid
🍷 Nino Franco
🍷 Nino Negri
🍷 Oddero Poderi e Cantine
🍷 Ornellaia
🍷 Paolo Scavino
🍷 Pecchenino
🍷 Pieropan
🍷 Pietradolce
🍷 Pio Cesare
🍷 Planeta
🍷 Poderi Aldo Conterno
🍷 Poggerino
🍷 Prà
🍷 Produttori del Barbaresco
🍷 Prunotto
🍷 Quintodecimo
🍷 Ratti
🍷 Ricasoli
🍷 Roagna
🍷 Rocca delle Macìe - Famiglia Zingarelli
🍷 Rocca di Montegrossi
🍷 Salvatore Molettieri
🍷 San Filippo
🍷 San Giusto a Rentennano
🍷 San Leonardo
🍷 Scacciadiavoli
🍷 Siro Pacenti
🍷 Suavia
🍷 Tabarrini
🍷 Tasca d'Almerita
🍷 Tedeschi
🍷 Tenuta Bocca di Lupo
🍷 Tenuta delle Terre Nere
🍷 Tenuta di Trinoro
🍷 Tenuta San Guido
🍷 Tenuta Sette Ponti
🍷 Terredora di Paolo
🍷 Tommasi
🍷 Umani Ronchi
🍷 Valdicava
🍷 Vie di Romans
🍷 Zenato
🍷 Zýmē

About Wine Spectator

Wine Spectator is a prominent authority in the global wine industry, reaching nearly three million readers worldwide through its magazine, website, mobile platforms, and exclusive events. Renowned for its expert insights and in-depth reviews, the publication evaluates over 10,000 wines each year, setting a benchmark for wine quality. As Vinitaly OperaWine 2025 approaches, Wine Spectator continues to spotlight Italian wines, celebrating their legacy of quality, passion, and innovation.

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