Appia Wine

Appia Wine: Brindisi's wine along the Via Appia

Appia Wine is an event that transforms the historic center of Brindisi, in Puglia, into a grand narrative dedicated to wine, culture, and local identity. The event is inspired by the Via Appia, the ancient "regina viarum" (queen of roads) that once connected Rome to Brindisi, which now serves as the common thread for an oenological and cultural journey through the city's squares and historic palaces. Promoted by the Municipality of Brindisi in collaboration with the Fondazione Nuovo Teatro Verdi, the festival combines tastings, entertainment, and history over two festive evenings open to residents and tourists alike.

A journey through the historic squares

The festival route winds through some of Brindisi's most iconic locations: Largo Gianni D'Errico, in front of the Nuovo Teatro Verdi, Piazza Duomo, the Francesco Ribezzo Provincial Archaeological Museum, the former Santa Chiara convent (Santa Spazio Culturale), Via Tarantini, and the former Scuole Pie convent. Each stop features local wineries, ambient music, and opportunities to delve into wine culture, creating a continuous dialogue between archaeology, gastronomy, and city life.

Tastings and AIS sommeliers

The heart of Appia Wine is the tasting experience: visitors can discover numerous labels from Apulian wineries with the help of AIS sommeliers, who guide the public through the nuances of local grape varieties. A major star is the Susumaniello, an indigenous grape from the Brindisi area, which takes center stage in masterclasses and guided sessions. Along the route, there is no shortage of local delicacies and the Slow Food market on Via Tarantini, featuring producers and presidia that showcase the flavors of the Brindisi province.

Music, talks, and entertainment

The festival pairs wine with a rich program of events: conferences, masterclasses, live music, and major free concerts in the heart of the city. Oenological culture intertwines with entertainment, featuring talks dedicated to the relationship between wine, territory, and the storytelling of local production. This multidisciplinary format makes Appia Wine an event that successfully bridges the quality of a glass of wine with entertainment and the promotion of Brindisi's historical heritage.

Brindisi and its oenological identity

With Appia Wine, Brindisi celebrates its winemaking vocation and the deep bond between the city, the sea, and the land. The event is an opportunity to rediscover the historic center in a festive atmosphere, amidst the aromas of Apulian wine and the allure of the ancient Via Appia, and to experience the most authentic side of Puglia through its flavors, history, and hospitality.