Enartis to Acquire 100% of Parsec, Forming Global Wine Tech Powerhouse

Enartis, a leading company in the global wine industry and part of Italy’s Esseco Group, has announced the signing of a preliminary agreement to acquire 100 percent of Parsec S.r.l., an Italian firm known for its advanced control systems for winemaking. The agreement, made public from Galliate, Novara, on October 20, 2025, marks a significant step toward creating a new global player in the wine technology sector. The deal is still subject to the completion of procedures required by Italian law.

Enartis has built its reputation over more than two decades by developing and supplying enological aids and technologies not only for wine, but also for spirits, ciders, and low- or no-alcohol beverages. The company operates through 12 offices across five continents and employs more than 230 people. Its business model is based on research and close relationships with clients in the beverage industry.

Parsec, founded in 1995 in Florence, has become a leader in designing and building turnkey installations, equipment, and integrated control systems for winemaking and wine aging. The company was the first in the world to develop integrated systems for controlled micro-oxygenation, fermentation management, selective extraction, and automated winery supervision. Parsec’s patented technologies are now used in more than 30 countries.

The integration of Enartis and Parsec aims to create a single platform that combines advanced enological solutions with automated process management, covering every stage from grape reception to bottling. This move follows Enartis’s acquisition of the Portuguese company Winegrid in 2023, further expanding its technological capabilities. The new group will offer wineries worldwide comprehensive support, with a focus on efficiency, sustainability, and quality at every step of production.

In the new organizational structure, Giuseppe Floridia will remain as CEO of Parsec. He will work closely with current partners and the entire team, whose expertise has been key to Parsec’s growth. The companies have emphasized that the merger is not just a business transaction but a union of two organizations with a shared culture of customer service and a passion for innovation.

Samuele Benelli, CEO of Enartis, said that this agreement marks the beginning of a new chapter for both companies. He highlighted the potential created by combining Parsec’s technical expertise with Enartis’s global presence. Piermario Ticozzelli, Business Director at Enartis, stated that the merger will strengthen their commitment to providing integrated and innovative solutions for more efficient and higher-quality winemaking. He added that the complementary skills of both companies will drive growth and create new business opportunities.

Giuseppe Floridia, CEO of Parsec, described the merger as a natural evolution for his company. He said that Enartis shares Parsec’s vision and commitment to innovation. By joining forces, the companies aim to integrate scientific knowledge with process control technology, offering the market tools for more measurable and sustainable wine quality.

The agreement between Enartis and Parsec is expected to reshape the landscape of wine production technology, providing wineries with advanced tools to manage their operations more intelligently and sustainably. The companies believe that their combined strengths will position them as a strategic partner for wineries looking to innovate and improve their production processes worldwide.