Franciacorta in Villa
Franciacorta sparkling wines and the culinary excellence of the Pontine region at Villa Cantarano
About Franciacorta in Villa
An evening of sparkling wine in the heart of the Fondi plain
Franciacorta in Villa is the annual food and wine event that officially kicks off the summer season in Fondi, in the province of Latina, southern Lazio. The setting is Villa Cantarano, a historic residence surrounded by greenery that, for one night, becomes an open-air lounge dedicated to the Lombardy classic method. The event is promoted and organized by the Associazione Decant with the patronage of the Municipality of Fondi and the Consorzio Franciacorta.
The encounter between Franciacorta and the Pontine territory
The concept behind the event is simple and successful: to bring a wide representation of Franciacorta wineries to southern Lazio and have them engage with the products of the Fondi plain, the Monti Ausoni and Lake Fondi Regional Natural Park, and the Tyrrhenian coast. The result is a journey where the glass is never alone, but always accompanied by a tasting: local mozzarella and cheeses, cured meats, gulf fish, vegetables from the plain, extra virgin olive oil, and traditional desserts.
Over the years, the formula has been consolidated and the number of participating companies has grown to over twenty wineries, featuring historic names from the Consorzio alongside smaller producers and emerging talents.
What to expect at Villa Cantarano
- Tasting stands from Franciacorta wineries, with producers or their representatives on hand to present their labels
- Gastronomic stations curated by restaurants, inns, pastry shops, and artisans from the Pontine territory
- Free masterclasses with limited seating, led by wine experts and dedicated to a different theme each year
- Tasting glass and pouch provided at the entrance, allowing for free movement between the stands
- Garden and historic spaces of the villa open to the public, with background music and a convivial atmosphere
A limited-attendance event
Franciacorta in Villa is designed for a select audience: tickets are limited, and in recent editions, the event has regularly sold out in the days leading up to the evening. Those wishing to attend are advised to book well in advance, purchasing tickets online via the Associazione Decant website or at authorized retailers in Fondi and the province of Latina.
Why it's worth the trip
Beyond the quality of the wines on offer, the event has the merit of having built a cultural bridge between two distant territories—the Franciacorta region of Brescia and the Pontine plain—and of having brought visibility to the historical and architectural heritage of Fondi. The public arrives from all over Lazio and neighboring regions, and the evening has become a ritual that unites wine enthusiasts, curious visitors, and local families.
Fondi, the host city
Fondi is one of the most interesting cities in southern Lazio: it preserves a medieval historic center with the Baronial Castle, Palazzo Caetani, and the Giudea quarter, and is surrounded by one of the most productive agricultural plains in Italy, overlooking Lake Fondi and just a few kilometers from the beaches of Sperlonga and Terracina. A stop that is perfect for a weekend getaway, before or after the evening at Villa Cantarano.
Franciacorta in Villa — edition 2026
Franciacorta in Villa 2026: the thirteenth edition
On Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 8:00 PM to midnight, Villa Cantarano hosted the thirteenth edition of Franciacorta in Villa, promoted and organized by the Associazione Decant with the patronage of the Municipality of Fondi and the Consorzio Franciacorta.
The tasting trail brought together 24 wineries from the Consorzio, including 1701 Franciacorta, Antica Fratta, Barone Pizzini, Bellavista, Berlucchi Franciacorta, Bosio, Ca' del Bosco, Camillucci, Camossi, Castel Faglia Monogram, Castello Bonomi, Contadi Castaldi, Facchetti, Ferghettina, Freccianera Franciacorta, La Torre, Marchesi Antinori Tenuta Montenisa, Mirabella, Mosnel, Ricci Curbastro, Tenuta Moraschi, Terra Donata, Uberti, and Villa Franciacorta.
Accompanying the wines were about fifteen gastronomic partners from the area—including Locanda Ercole and Ristorante Riso Amaro—with dishes based on products from the Fondi plain and the Pontine coast.
The program included two free masterclasses with limited seating, led by Umberto Trombelli: "Our gastronomy and Franciacorta" and "Decant…ing our gastronomy," the latter under the patronage of the Monti Ausoni and Lake Fondi Regional Natural Park. Both sessions saw excellent public participation.
The limited-attendance event sold out in the days prior, confirming the constant growth of the event and its ability to combine wine culture, the promotion of Pontine gastronomic excellence, and the city's historical and architectural heritage.
Programme Franciacorta in Villa 2026
Saturday, June 27, 2026 — Villa Cantarano, Fondi
- From 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM — Opening of the tasting trail: tasting stands of the 24 Consorzio Franciacorta wineries and stations of the Pontine territory's gastronomic partners
- Free masterclass "Our gastronomy and Franciacorta," led by Umberto Trombelli — limited seating
- Free masterclass "Decant…ing our gastronomy," led by Umberto Trombelli, under the patronage of the Monti Ausoni and Lake Fondi Regional Natural Park — limited seating
Wineries present
1701 Franciacorta, Antica Fratta, Barone Pizzini, Bellavista, Berlucchi Franciacorta, Bosio, Ca' del Bosco, Camillucci, Camossi, Castel Faglia Monogram, Castello Bonomi, Contadi Castaldi, Facchetti, Ferghettina, Freccianera Franciacorta, La Torre, Marchesi Antinori Tenuta Montenisa, Mirabella, Mosnel, Ricci Curbastro, Tenuta Moraschi, Terra Donata, Uberti, Villa Franciacorta.
Gastronomy
Approximately fourteen local and regional gastronomic establishments, including Locanda Ercole and Ristorante Riso Amaro, featuring dishes and tastings linked to the products of the Fondi plain.
Highlights Franciacorta in Villa 2026
- 24 Consorzio Franciacorta wineries for tasting, from big historic names to smaller producers
- Two free masterclasses led by Umberto Trombelli, both with full capacity
- About fifteen Pontine gastronomic partners in the kitchen
- Event sold out in the days leading up to the evening
- Setting of Villa Cantarano, a historic residence in Fondi
Prices Franciacorta in Villa 2026
Practical information — Franciacorta in Villa
How to get there
By car: Take the Frosinone exit on the A1 motorway and follow the expressway towards Formia, or take the Appian Way (SS7) from Terracina or Itri. Fondi is approximately 130 km from Rome and 120 km from Naples.
By train: Fondi-Sperlonga station on the Rome-Naples line via Formia, connected to the city center by local buses and taxis.
Tickets
Limited-attendance event. Tickets are available online on the Associazione Decant website and at authorized retailers in Fondi and the province. Early booking is highly recommended: recent editions have sold out.
Tips
Masterclasses are free but have limited capacity and require reservation. As it is an outdoor evening, comfortable shoes are recommended. Drivers can rely on spittoons at the tasting stands and are encouraged to practice responsible tasting.
Contacts
Associazione Decant — [email protected] — www.associazionedecant.it
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