The Italian wine industry, encompassing 38,000 companies, significantly contributes to the national economy with a total of 21.5 billion euros, 10 billion of which comes from exports. The sector employs 81,000 workers and generates 4.2 euros in the national economy for every euro of added value. Despite its success, the industry faces geopolitical, regulatory, commercial, and inflationary uncertainties. The wine, spirits, and vinegar sectors account for 19% of all Italian agri-food exports, contributing 8.4 billion euros to the agri-food trade balance. Italy leads in vinegar exports globally, ranks first for vermouths, and second for bottled still wines and liqueurs.