Vinitaly Kazakhstan Roadshow 2026 in Almaty
A one-day B2B Italian wine roadshow in Almaty with walk-around tastings, curated masterclasses, and trade-focused registration.
About the event
Italian wine roadshow for Central Asia trade
Vinitaly Kazakhstan Roadshow 2026 is a one-day B2B event in Almaty focused on Italian wine in Central Asia. The program brings Italian wineries together with importers, distributors, and on-trade professionals, with walk-around tastings and curated masterclasses as the core format.
Walk-around tasting and named masterclasses
The trade exhibition includes a Walk-Around Tasting with 68 Italian wineries presenting 288 labels. The masterclass program includes Tenuta Le Forconate: The New Voice of Borderland Tuscany, presented by Italian Wine Brands, and The Art of Appassimento: A Journey through Amarone, organized by the Consortium for the Protection of Valpolicella Wines.
The program also includes a Vinitaly International Academy Advanced Tasting Session and The Italian Sommelier Challenge, organized with Central Asian Wine University and IWINE School. Educational partners for the roadshow include Central Asian Wine University and IWINE wine school.
Vinitaly, partners, and Rixos Almaty Hotel
The event is organized by Vinitaly, with Veronafiere / Vinitaly working in collaboration with ITA, the Italian Trade Agency Almaty Office. Sarah Heller MW is named as Master of Wine and tasting session leader for the Vinitaly International Academy session, with Artem Lebedev listed as tasting session supporter.
The roadshow returns to Almaty for its third edition at Rixos Almaty Hotel. A featured venue entry also names Rixos Almaty Hotel in Almaty as the hotel connected to the event.
Trade registration and entry process
Attendance requires mandatory pre-registration. Existing Vinitaly portal users log in and select pre-registration; first-time users create an account and complete a company profile so the team can verify business affiliation. After pre-registration, the application is reviewed and the admission ticket is sent by email.
- Registration is described as free and reserved for verified trade or wine industry professionals; masterclasses require separate pre-registration.
Frequently asked questions
What is being poured at Vinitaly Kazakhstan Roadshow 2026?
The Walk-Around Tasting features 68 Italian wineries presenting 288 labels as part of a B2B trade exhibition.
Which masterclasses are named in the program?
Named masterclasses include Tenuta Le Forconate: The New Voice of Borderland Tuscany, presented by Italian Wine Brands, and The Art of Appassimento: A Journey through Amarone, organized by the Consortium for the Protection of Valpolicella Wines.
Who is involved in the Vinitaly International Academy session?
The program includes a Vinitaly International Academy Advanced Tasting Session. Sarah Heller MW is listed as Master of Wine and tasting session leader, with Artem Lebedev as tasting session supporter.
Where is the roadshow held?
The roadshow returns to Almaty for its third edition at Rixos Almaty Hotel.
How does attendance registration work?
Pre-registration is mandatory. Existing users log in and select pre-registration, while first-time users create an account and complete company details. Applications are reviewed, and admission tickets are sent by email.
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