Tuscany winery hit by record wine theft
Thieves stole roughly 30,000 bottles of a renowned Italian wine from a Marchesi Antinori warehouse in Tuscany. The company said it believes two vans and up to six people were involved in the multimillion-euro theft, which occurred as the wine was being readied for export. An investigation is underway.
The incident has been called Italy’s largest wine theft. It targeted a Tuscan warehouse operated by Marchesi Antinori, a prominent Italian producer. The stolen bottles were reportedly being prepared for a significant export shipment.
About 30,000 bottles were taken. The company suspects two vans and as many as six individuals were involved. The loss is valued in the millions of euros, and an investigation is ongoing.
The theft could disrupt Marchesi Antinori’s export plans and create financial and logistical pressure for the company and its staff. Customers and overseas partners may face uncertainty about availability and delivery. The case could also draw attention to security at high-value wine storage sites, though any broader effect on Italy’s wine sector remains uncertain.