Vinitaly.USA 2025 Wraps Up in Chicago With Strong Momentum for Italian Wine

trengthening the bridge between Italy and the United States, the event welcomed more than 2,200 trade professionals from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico - a 47% increase compared to 2024.

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CHICAGO, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Italian wine market in the United States is gaining new momentum thanks to Vinitaly.USA. The event's second edition, held October 5–6 at Chicago's Navy Pier, closed on a high note with optimism and renewed energy among producers, importers, and distributors after several challenging months for the industry.

A total of 250 exhibiting companies - up 20% from 2024 and representing roughly 2,000 labels - shared a common sentiment: tariff issues no longer dominate discussions. Instead, importers and distributors from across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico expressed greater confidence, engaging in concrete sales talks, tastings, and planning for new projects.