For the fourth consecutive year, Acqua Orsini is proud to be main partner of Vinòforum, one of the most important and prestigious wine and food events in Italy, now in its 23rd edition.
Vinòforum is a unique event dedicated to the world of wine, quality food and mixology, which each year transforms Rome into an international stage for producers, chefs and bartenders. In the beautiful setting of Villa Borghese, from September 8 to 14, 2025, more than 800 wineries, 60 restaurants, temporary restaurants and gourmet spaces come together to celebrate food and wine excellence, with tastings, master classes and exclusive experiences open to professionals and enthusiasts.
At the center of Acqua Orsini’s participation, the special project “Gocce di Eccellenza,” the temporary restaurant signed Acqua Orsini and Orsini Soda, returns for the third consecutive year, created to give space and voice to visionary chefs and bartenders from all over Italy who share values such as quality, sustainability and authenticity.
Drops of Excellence 2025: the program
Seven evenings, seven unique experiences, seven talented pairings of cuisine and mixology:
- Monday, September 8, 8 p.m.
Francesco and Vincenzo Montaruli – Cucina Villana (Ruvo di Puglia)
Diego Melorio and Giuseppe Vicinanza – Quanto Basta (Lecce)
Chiara Spalluto – Gelateria Vittoria (Casalabate) - Tuesday, September 9, 8 p.m.
Andrea Rinaldi – NHU Osteria Contemporanea (Tivoli)
Francesco Lazzo – Wisdomless Club (Rome) - Wednesday, September 10, 8 p.m.
Andrea Vailati – Alto Restaurant (Cervia)
Niccolò Amadori – Alto Cocktail Bar (Cervia) - Thursday, Sept. 11, 8 p.m.
Emmanuele Federici – La Bocca di Roma (Rome)
Maurizio Cinquepalmi – Cambusa (Torre a Mare) - Friday, September 12, 8:00 p.m.
Michele Pacino – Baffetto (Bari)
Alan Sozzi – Seen by Olivier (Rome) - Saturday, September 13, 8:00 p.m.
Ciro Cucciniello – Carter Oblio (Rome)
Giorgio Menotti – Culto (Rome) - Sunday, Sept. 14, 8 p.m.
Antonio De Stasio, La Spelunca (SMCP)
Carmine Castiello, Kong Experience (Salerno)
Each evening will be enriched by the presence of the Orsini Black & Platinum Acqua line and the Orsini Soda Premium Soft Drinks references, protagonists of refined pairings and signature cocktails.
A tale that comes to life on stage
To accompany and enrich the live showcooking and mixology experience, we will have as host our partner Andrea Febo, food and wine journalist, storyteller and voice of Radio Food. With his experience in narrating the world of food and catering he will guide the audience to discover the menus and drinklists created for each event, turning each evening into a choral tale of taste, talent and creativity.
A growing project with partners of excellence
“Drops of Excellence” 2025 will be supported by a selection of exclusive brands that share our vision of quality and innovation:
Mezcaleros, Altamura Vodka, Ambrosia Gin, Alcoholic Infusions, Vetz, Armientibio Almonds, Freezco Ice, Elena Fucci Vermouth, Puja oil and Pratesi Hotel Division.
This network of partners accompanies an experience designed to enhance the territory and give voice to Italian excellence in food & beverage.
The identity of an area, the soul of a project
With “Gocce di Eccellenza,” Acqua Orsini renews its commitment to supporting emerging and confirmed talent from the virtuous realities of the Italian gastronomic scene.
A project that grows, year after year, staying true to its mission: to celebrate excellence with authenticity
