A' Pricicchia — Festa del Vino Nuovo

The festival of the first tapping

In Castelluccio Inferiore, a village in the Pollino area in the Province of Potenza, the arrival of winter coincides with one of the town's most beloved festivals: A' Pricicchia, the festival of new wine. The name derives from the dialectal term "pricicchij", the wooden bung used to tap the barrel of wine: the entire event, now in its twentieth edition, revolves around the ritual of the first tapping of the new wine, traditionally linked to the Immaculate Conception holiday (7-8 December).

An itinerary through cellars and flavours

During the festival, the historic cellars and old houses in the centre open their doors to visitors for a charming food and wine journey through the alleys of the ancient village. In each cellar, you can taste the new wine and traditional Lucanian specialities: fried foods like crispedde and "pitticedd' al pomodoro", hot dishes like "cotn e fasul", homemade ravioli, and local typical products. It is a community festival that effectively opens the town's Christmas season, in a warm and convivial atmosphere.

Atmosphere and context

Castelluccio Inferiore boasts a historic centre of great charm, with narrow streets, arches, and stone doorways, located on the edge of the Pollino National Park. A' Pricicchia is the time when this heritage comes alive: amidst the aroma of wine, the warmth of lit fireplaces, and the flavours of peasant cuisine, the village transforms into a living stage for Lucanian tradition. An authentic festival, perfect for those who want to experience the winter of inland Basilicata in the most genuine way, far from the beaten tourist paths.