Sovra Naturale

Sovra Naturale: natural wine takes center stage in Bari

Sovra Naturale is one of the first fairs in Southern Italy entirely dedicated to natural, artisanal, and biodynamic wine. The event brings together producers, industry professionals, and enthusiasts around a clear vision of viticulture: respect for the land, ethical farming, the protection of biodiversity, and minimal intervention in the cellar. It has evolved from a niche event into a true laboratory of taste, open to the entire city.

From Sannicandro to the heart of Bari

The festival began in 2023 at the Norman-Swabian Castle of Sannicandro di Bari, where its historic halls hosted dozens of tasting stands for two editions. From the third edition onwards, the event moved to the heart of the City of Bari, spread across Piazza del Ferrarese, Spazio Murat, and the former Fish Market—three iconic locations in the old town that overlook the port and the Adriatic Sea. This expansion has brought natural wine to the center of city life in the capital of Puglia.

Over 50 Italian and European producers

The core of the fair is the Wine Salon, featuring over 50 producers from across Italy and various European countries, offering open tastings at the stands. Notable wineries that have participated in Sovra Naturale include Foradori (Trentino), Radikon (Friuli), Dettori (Sardinia), and the Alsatian Pierre Frick, a pioneer of biodynamics and wines without added sulfites. Alongside the wine, visitors can discover extra virgin olive oil, cheeses, and typical products from the Apulian territory.

More than just tastings

Sovra Naturale is a multidisciplinary event: the wine program is complemented by masterclasses, talks, book presentations, documentary screenings, photography exhibitions, show cooking, and DJ sets. The opening party combines wine service, electronic music, and a food area, while the talks delve into themes such as sustainability, nature conservation, and food and wine culture. The format is designed to appeal to both industry insiders and curious members of the public.

A young, Apulian project

The festival is conceived by a group of young Apulian organizers and is supported by the Leone Agency, with the patronage of the City of Bari and the University of Bari Aldo Moro, and the contribution of the Regional Council of Puglia. It is an event that showcases a side of Puglia attentive to quality, the environment, and a different way of understanding wine.