Grape and Wine Festival

A festival born from the land of wine

The Grape and Wine Festival is an event that, for over half a century, has captured the soul of Terricciola, a small municipality in the Province of Pisa nestled in the hills of the Valdera region, Tuscany. Known as the "village of cellars," Terricciola hides a dense network of caves carved into the tuff rock beneath its surface—ancient cellars where wine has been aged and preserved for generations. The festival is built around this heritage, celebrating the grape harvest and local wines while embracing art and culture.

The heart of the festival: the Town Park

During the event, the Via Roma Town Park becomes the nerve center of the festivities. This is where you will find the Farmer's Restaurant, tasting stands, and most of the musical and cultural program. The cuisine highlights traditional Tuscan peasant cooking: classic appetizers, first courses like vegetable lasagna and the signature grape risotto, meat dishes such as roast and grape-infused bites, all finished with cantucci biscuits and Vin Santo paired with fresh grapes.

Wines, cellars, and local products

The common thread, naturally, is wine. Throughout the village streets and festival areas, visitors can sample labels from Terricciola's producers, often paired with typical Valdera products. The historic cellars carved into the tuff occasionally open their doors, offering visitors a journey into local winemaking traditions. The experience is rounded out by craft markets that bring the historic center to life.

Music, shows, and 'Dialoghi in Borgo'

The program alternates gastronomic moments with concerts and performances: tribute bands, DJ sets for younger crowds, vintage car rallies, and children's entertainment fill the evenings. One of the most popular additions in recent years is the Dialoghi in Borgo series, organized in collaboration with the newspaper Il Tirreno, which brings big names from journalism, television, and show business to Terricciola for public talks in the Town Park.

A historic event for the region

Reaching its 60th edition in 2026, the Grape and Wine Festival is now a defining event for Terricciola and the entire Valdera area. For the Municipality of Terricciola, it represents the highlight of a long summer calendar built around the local territory, its villages, and community participation. It is a perfect opportunity to discover an authentic corner of Tuscany, far from the most crowded tourist circuits, where wine truly takes center stage.