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Sicilia en Primeur 2026: Wine, Culture, and the Rise of a Tourism Destination

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Palermo hosted the 22nd edition of Sicilia en Primeur from May 11 to 15, bringing together more than 100 international journalists, 12 wine tour operators, and 56 member wineries for five days of tastings, wine tours and talks. Assovini Sicilia, the island’s association of quality wine producers, has run the event since 2004. The 2026 […]

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Dimora Cottanera: A Sicilian Escape in the Heart of Etna’s Vineyards

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Perched on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, Dimora Cottanera is more than a wine resort; it’s an unforgettable escape that breathes in the rhythms of the volcano, vineyard-lined horizons, and refined Sicilian hospitality. My one-night stay revealed an intimate side of this property, where elegance meets serenity. A Sense of Place Dimora Cottanera is

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Etna Days 2025: Showcasing Etna DOC Wines and Volcanic Terroir

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Etna Days 2025 marked a record-breaking edition, celebrating the cultural, environmental, and enological richness of Sicily’s iconic volcano. Hosted at Il Picciolo Golf Resort, Castiglione di Sicilia, the event united global wine professionals for tastings, vineyard visits, and dialogue on the evolution of Etna DOC wines. This event reinforced Mount Etna as the heart of

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Wine Tourism Review: Dimora Cottanera on the slopes of Etna

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This is a retreat where Sicilian authenticity meets understated luxury – vineyard views, an infinity pool that spills into the landscape, and gardens perfumed with exotic flowers, lavender and citrus. Lunch by the pool was all about simplicity and elegance: seasonal dishes paired with Cottanera’s Etna Bianco. As the sun set, the Winter Restaurant revealed

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Etna Days 2025: A Landmark Edition

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This morning, I had the privilege of attending the Etna Days 2025 “Welcome Presentation” and “Technical Tasting” where an extraordinary lineup of Etna DOC wines and producers set the tone for what promises to be a landmark edition. “The energy and diversity of wines from Mount Etna are simply remarkable.” Liz Palmer Etna Days 2025

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Picciolo Etna Golf Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton, Sicily

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Just arrived at the breathtaking Picciolo Etna Golf Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton, tucked away in the heart of Castiglione di Sicilia. Surrounded by lush vineyards, ancient olive groves, and the dramatic slopes of Mount Etna, this place is pure magic. Here’s a fun fact: It’s the only place in Europe where you

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Sicilia En Primeur 2025 celebrates wine culture as a “Guardian of Civilization” standing strong in the face of global challenges

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The 2025 edition of Sicilia En Primeur was held from May 6th to 10th in the historic city of Modica, located in southeastern Sicily, providing a culturally rich and architecturally significant setting. One hundred international wine journalists and 57 wineries came together to experience over 300 labels for tasting, four specialized talks, and eleven wine

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Sicilia En Primeur Returns for Its 21st Year: Showcasing the Best of Sicilian Wine

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Once again, Sicilia en Primeur returns this year, an esteemed event organized by Assovini Sicilia that annually draws journalists from around the globe to the island. From May 6 to 10, a delegation of 100 journalists representing Italy, various European countries (including France, Poland, Sweden, Germany, and Norway), as well as non-EU nations (such as

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Assovini Sicilia Celebrates 25 Years

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Assovini Sicilia celebrated a double anniversary this year: twenty-five years since its founding, and twenty years since the first edition of Sicilia en Primeur. A special event was recently held in May during Sicilia en Primeur 2024, which included the preview of the latest vintage. This was a record edition with over one hundred journalists,

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Italian Wine Travel Pioneer and Writer Filippo Magnani Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Fufluns Wine Travel Concierge in Italy

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Celebrating a quarter-century of excellence, Fufluns Wine Travel Concierge, led by Filippo Magnani, commemorates its 25th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in delivering unparalleled wine travel experiences throughout Italy. As a renowned wine travel expert and wine writer, Magnani has spent decades exploring and documenting Italy’s rich wine heritage, showcasing its diverse destinations and the

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