The three finalists in each category will have the opportunity to exhibit their proposals in a special dedicated exhibition that will open on 6 June 2026 and run until March 2027 at the Lagazuoi EXPO Dolomiti exhibition space.
A wine producer that makes wines exclusively from PIWI grapes, varieties that are resistant to the main fungal diseases and a symbol of innovative and sustainable agriculture.
The reason for the award lies in the consistency, vision and practicality of a project launched in 2019, which combines environmental protection, production quality and a strong social impact.
The jury also particularly appreciated the cooperative's commitment to the employment inclusion of young people with disabilities, an element that gives the initiative significant human and local value.
A courageous and forward-looking choice, pursued with continuity and determination, which fully reflects the principles and values that the Lagazuoi WIMA Award aims to promote and enhance.
With his project “Alchemy and experimentation on the mountain of fire”, he demonstrates the ability to combine mountain viticulture, technological innovation and the enhancement of the Etna region.
The jury particularly appreciated the introduction of an NFC system integrated into the wine labels, designed to offer advanced traceability and immediate access to product information.
Alongside the technical innovation, the project’s great focus on communication and cultural identity was also recognised: from the artistic collaborations for the creation of the labels to the ability to build a network of relationships and dissemination through podcasts and promotional activities.
An individual initiative that stands out for its creativity, contemporary vision and strong promotion of mountain viticulture on Mount Etna.
The important networking and innovation introduced in the marketing and commercialisation of local mountain products is recognised.
Established in 2023 on the initiative of 13 small agri-food producers from the Chisone and Germanasca Valleys in Piedmont, the project has succeeded in bringing together, under a common brand, companies active in the production of mountain meat, cured meats, cheeses, jams, marmalades and small fruits, building a shared strategy for promotion and market presence.
The jury recognised the value of a collaborative approach, capable of creating new marketing methods and strengthening the identity of local products through a shared vision.
An innovative model that represents a concrete example of cooperation and territorial development in mountain areas.
