Sermoneta Expo Wine and Food

A journey of taste at the Corte dei Caetani

The Sermoneta Expo Wine and Food is the food and wine festival that enlivens the historic center of Sermoneta—a stunning medieval village in the province of Latina dominated by the Caetani Castle—every late summer. Established in 2024 with the subtitle "At the Court of the Caetani," the event is organized by the Ventitré 4.0 Event Association with the patronage of the Municipality of Sermoneta and the collaboration of the Pro Loco. In just a few editions, it has become one of the most anticipated dates on the village's "Summer Events" calendar.

Wines and flavors of the Pontine territory

The heart of the festival is a true tasting trail spread across the most beautiful spots in the village: the Loggia dei Mercanti, the Palazzo Comunale courtyard, Piazza Belvedere, the spaces around the Church of San Michele Arcangelo, and the garden of the former San Nicola hostel. Along the route, visitors encounter dozens of tasting points—over forty in recent editions—featuring wineries from the Pontine territory and other parts of Italy, craft breweries, extra virgin olive oils, cured meats, cheeses, and traditional local dishes. Participating producers have included renowned names from the Agro Pontino such as Casale del Giglio, Villa Gianna, Monte Corvino, and Tenute Filippi.

How the tasting works

The formula follows the well-tested model of major wine events: with a single ticket, visitors receive a wine glass with a lanyard and a map of the tasting route, allowing them to move freely between stations to sample wines and specialties. Tastings are accompanied by live music, with jazz and lounge sounds setting the mood for a stroll through the illuminated alleys.

Performances and atmosphere in the village

The official opening is traditionally entrusted to the Sbandieratori del Ducato Caetani (flag-wavers), whose banners transport the village back to the era of the powerful family that made it their court. Over the two evenings, squares and narrow streets fill with live performances, entertainment, and sunset guided tours, creating an atmosphere that blends conviviality and history.

Sermoneta, a medieval treasure of Lazio

Sermoneta is one of the best-preserved villages in the Lazio Region: its defensive walls, stone alleys, the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, and the imposing Caetani Castle make it a beloved destination just a stone's throw from the Garden of Ninfa. The Expo Wine and Food is the perfect opportunity to discover it in the golden light of early September, when the weather is still summery and the village can be savored—literally—glass in hand. A free shuttle service connects the Monticchio market area to the historic center for the duration of the event.