Champagne per tutti Festival
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Wine Local produce

Champagne per tutti Festival

Champagne from independent vignerons at the Tettuccio Thermal Baths in Montecatini

Montecatini-Terme — Pistoia (047) Since 2018
Dates 25 Apr — 26 Apr 2026
Location Montecatini-Terme (047)
Prices
Status Finished

About Champagne per tutti

For two days, the stunning Tettuccio Thermal Baths in Montecatini-Terme, Pistoia, transform into a showcase for artisanal Champagne. The Champagne per tutti Festival brings together over twenty independent vignerons from the Champagne region, offering around sixty cuvées to taste and purchase—many of which are rarely found on the Italian market. Featuring free masterclasses led by AIS sommeliers, gourmet food stalls, music, and dance, it is the premier Tuscan event for lovers of authentic French bubbles.

A toast to excellence in the heart of the Valdinievole

The Champagne per tutti Festival is the annual spring event that brings the finest Champagne from small-scale producers to Montecatini-Terme, in the province of Pistoia. The setting is the monumental Tettuccio Thermal Baths, the Art Nouveau landmark of this Tuscan spa town, which comes alive for a weekend in April with tasting tables, crystal flutes, and the effervescent charm of fine Champagne.

Independent vignerons in the spotlight

The heart of the festival lies in the vignerons indépendants: over twenty artisanal producers from the Champagne region, united under the Federation of Independent Vignerons, present their creations in person. Visitors can explore around sixty exceptional cuvées, often produced in limited quantities and difficult to source in Italian wine shops. The opportunity to speak directly with those who cultivate the vines and craft the wine is the unique value that sets this event apart from a standard commercial tasting.

Masterclasses, gastronomy, and French culture

The program goes beyond free-roaming tastings. AIS (Italian Sommelier Association) sommeliers lead free masterclasses to deepen knowledge of Champagne, covering everything from vinification techniques to label interpretation. The event also features gourmet food stalls with pairings designed to enhance the bubbles, as well as cultural highlights, such as an exploration of the history of French glassware. The elegant atmosphere of the thermal baths is further enhanced by live music and dance performances titled "Note su Tela," curated by the Ad Arte Association.

A showcase of the Italian-French bond

Organized by the Champagne per Tutti Recreational and Cultural Association, the festival benefits from long-standing collaborations with institutions such as the Alliance Française of Valdinievole, the Institut Français, and the sommelier community. It is an event that celebrates the food and wine friendship between Italy and France, finding its ideal home in Montecatini-Terme, Tuscany's premier resort town.

Why attend

  • Taste around sixty artisanal Champagne cuvées in one unique location.
  • Meet over twenty independent French vignerons in person.
  • Participate in free masterclasses led by AIS sommeliers.
  • Experience the unique atmosphere of the Art Nouveau Tettuccio Thermal Baths.

Champagne per tutti — edition 2026

The eighth edition of the Champagne per tutti Festival was held on Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the Tettuccio Thermal Baths in Montecatini-Terme, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Over twenty independent vignerons presented around sixty exceptional cuvées, accompanied by free AIS masterclasses, food stalls, a focus on French glassware, and "Note su Tela" music and dance performances.

The eighth edition of the Champagne per tutti Festival brought the Tettuccio Thermal Baths in Montecatini-Terme to life on April 25 and 26, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The event was a great success with the public, confirming its status as one of the key food and wine events of the Tuscan spring.

The stars of the show were over twenty independent vignerons from the Champagne region, showcasing around sixty cuvées from small artisanal producers, many of which are hard to find on the Italian market. AIS sommeliers guided visitors through tastings at the tables and free masterclasses, while the "Note su Tela" performances by the Ad Arte Association enriched the atmosphere with live music and dance.

Programme Champagne per tutti 2026

Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26, 2026 — 3:00 PM-10:00 PM

  • Open tastings at the tables of over 20 independent vignerons with around 60 exceptional cuvées
  • Free masterclasses led by AIS sommeliers
  • In-depth look at the history of French glassware with Stéphane Guénaud, silversmith to the Élysée
  • Gourmet food stalls with dish pairings
  • "Note su Tela" music and dance performances by the Ad Arte Association

The event took place over two days with the same afternoon-evening schedule.

Highlights Champagne per tutti 2026

Over 20 independent vignerons and around 60 exceptional cuvées; free AIS masterclasses; guest Stéphane Guénaud, silversmith to the Élysée, for an in-depth look at French glassware; "Note su Tela" performances.

Prices Champagne per tutti 2026

Standard ticket €30.00 including 6 tastings, flute, and flute holder. Early bird rate €25.00 for the first 200 tickets purchased online by 04/15. €5.00 discount for AIS, FISAR, and Alliance Française members. Online ticketing on the official website (until 04/22) and on-site.

Practical information — Champagne per tutti

Getting there

The Tettuccio Thermal Baths are located on Viale Verdi in Montecatini-Terme. By train, the Montecatini Terme-Monsummano station is just a few minutes' walk away; the city is well-connected to the Florence-Lucca-Viareggio line. By car, take the Montecatini Terme exit on the A11 Firenze-Mare motorway.

Tickets

The entry ticket includes six tastings, a flute, and a flute holder. Early bird rates are available for online purchases, with discounts for members of AIS, FISAR, and Alliance Française. Tickets can be purchased online via the official website or at the entrance.

Tips

The event runs in the afternoon and evening (3:00 PM – 10:00 PM). Montecatini-Terme offers numerous accommodation options; booking in advance for the festival weekend is highly recommended.

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Terme Tettuccio

Viale Verdi 71, 51016 Montecatini-Terme

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