Welcome to episode 2610 of the Italian Wine Podcast recorded live at Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino 2026.
As an official media partner, Italian Wine Podcast brings you firsthand insights from Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino 2026, Piedmont’s premier wine event that took place on January 26-27, in Turin. Join top producers, buyers, and experts to explore emerging styles, winemaking innovations, and market trends shaping the region’s future. From Barolo and Barbaresco to hidden gems, this series offers in-depth interviews and behind-the-scenes insights, revealing Piedmont’s impact on the global wine scene.
Today’s guest: Francesco Monchiero, President of Piemonte Land of Wine
More about Piemonte Land of Wine:
Piemonte Land of Wine was founded on July 29, 2011, with the aim of providing Piedmontese wine protection consortia with a meeting point where they could exchange ideas, identify shared operations, and develop common strategies to promote Piedmont wine in Italy and around the world. Today, Piemonte Land represents all 14 wine consortia officially recognized by the Italian Ministry of Agriculture. It promotes more than 44,000 hectares of vineyards across Piedmont, stretching from the provinces of Alessandria, Asti, and Cuneo all the way to the foothills of the Alps. This is an extraordinary oenological heritage, made up for 80% of the region’s 18 DOCG and 41 DOC appellations.
As the first Italian initiative to share promotional policies among consortia, Piemonte Land continues its tireless work not only in support of wine, but also in promoting agri-food excellence and the beauty of one of the world’s most important wine regions—whose landscapes were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014.
Connect: https://www.piemonteland.it/
About the Grandi Langhe:
Grandi Langhe e il Piemonte del Vino is one of Italy’s most prestigious wine events, dedicated to showcasing the excellence of Piedmont. Organized with the support of the region’s leading wine consortia, it brings together hundreds of producers representing top denominations such as Barolo, Barbaresco, Roero, Gavi, Asti, and Alta Langa. The event is designed as a key meeting point for international trade, offering tastings, professional networking, and a powerful snapshot of Piedmont’s role in the global wine market.
Discover more: https://www.grandilanghe.com/
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Who organizes Grandi Langhe?
Grandi Langhe is organized by the leading Piedmontese wine consortia under the coordination of Piemonte Land of Wine, the umbrella organization that brings together multiple protection consortia to promote the region’s DOC and DOCG wines through unified strategy, international outreach, and high-profile trade events.
What makes Piedmont wines unique?
Piedmont wines are unique because of their strong link to terroir, indigenous grape varieties such as Nebbiolo, Barbera, and Arneis, strict appellation rules, and a winemaking culture that balances centuries-old tradition with modern precision, resulting in wines known for structure, longevity, aromatic complexity, and authenticity.
Why are DOC and DOCG classification important in Italy?
DOC and DOCG classifications are essential to Italy’s quality system because they regulate production areas, grape varieties, yields, and aging requirements, ensuring authenticity and traceability while safeguarding territorial identity, and in regions like Piedmont they play a decisive role in maintaining premium positioning and consumer trust in global wine markets.
