Festa in Vigna

Festa in Vigna in Caprarica di Lecce

Every late August, Masseria Stali, an agricultural estate nestled in the countryside of Caprarica di Lecce in the heart of Salento, opens its gates for Festa in Vigna: an evening celebrating the harvest and freshly pressed wine, set among the vines under the starry sky of the Lecce province. Launched in 2021, the event has become a late-summer staple for those who love experiencing authentic Puglia, defined by rustic flavors and rural conviviality.

A harvest toast in the heart of Salento

Festa in Vigna is not a marketing event; it is a genuine village sagra designed to celebrate the most important time of the year for a winery: the grape harvest. The estate's wine is the absolute star of the evening, served and described directly by the producers. Guests are invited to stroll through the vineyards, discover how a bottle is born, and toast together in a simple, authentic atmosphere, far removed from polished tourist traps.

Masseria Stali: vineyards, cellar, and organic tradition

Masseria Stali is a Salento estate that farms using organic methods, having restored land historically dedicated to viticulture since the 16th century. Traditional Salento varieties grow in the vineyards: Primitivo, also vinified as a single-varietal, Negroamaro, and a crisp rosé perfect for summer evenings. In recent editions, the estate inaugurated a new cellar dedicated to tastings and gatherings, which has become one of the festival's beating hearts.

What to expect from the evening

The Festa in Vigna formula combines the three classic ingredients of great Salento festivals:

• Food corners featuring typical Apulian cuisine and products from the estate;
• Guided wine tastings, to sample Primitivo and rosé alongside the producers;
• Live traditional music, accompanying the evening until late.

Admission is based on a combined food and beverage ticket system, allowing guests to curate their own dinner and tasting journey. The event is family-friendly, with a reduced-price option for children.

An event that tells the story of rural Puglia

Attending Festa in Vigna means experiencing the truest side of Salento: that of hard work in the fields, shared harvests, and summer nights spent outdoors with a glass of wine and folk music. For visitors discovering the Lecce province and Puglia, it is the ideal opportunity to venture beyond the beaches and get to know the territory through its land and fruits. Caprarica di Lecce is just ten minutes from the provincial capital, making the event easily accessible for those staying in Lecce or on the coast.