Maggio

The 2026 Master Winemaker of the Year isn’t just a trophy—it’s a seismic shift in how the world sees fortified wines. Tommaso Maggio, the 28-year veteran of Cantine Florio, took home the title at Wine Paris, proving that Marsala’s reputation for complexity and depth deserves a second look. His win isn’t just about medals; it’s about redefining a category long dismissed as outdated. “This award is a starting point,” he said, “a responsibility to carry forward new projects.” That mindset, paired with decades of mastery, has turned Florio’s Marsala Dolce Superiore Riserva 1994 into a benchmark for fortified excellence. Maggio’s…