Toscanello d'Oro
The wine and culture festival of the Valdisieve, in the heart of Pontassieve
About Toscanello d'Oro
Toscanello d'Oro, the queen of Valdisieve festivals
Established in 1969, Toscanello d'Oro has been the flagship event of Pontassieve—a town in the Valdisieve area of the Metropolitan City of Florence, Tuscany—for over fifty years. Organized by the Pro Loco of Pontassieve in collaboration with the Chianti Rufina Consortium and the municipalities of Pontassieve and Pelago, the festival transforms the entire historic center into a grand stage dedicated to wine, the local territory, and culture.
Wine as the protagonist: Chianti Rufina and the Wine Citadel
The heart of the event is wine, with a special focus on the Chianti Rufina denomination and local Valdisieve production. Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II becomes the "Wine Citadel", while Via Tanzini transforms into the "Wine Route": by purchasing the Wine Card, visitors can manage their own tasting journey, meet local producers, participate in guided tastings, and buy directly from the wineries. There is also space for other local delicacies such as extra virgin olive oil and honey, featured at the "Honey bar".
Entertainment, music, and culture
Alongside the wine stands, Toscanello d'Oro offers a rich program of shows: the stages in Piazza Cairoli and Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II host big names in Italian music and entertainment, while Piazza Boetani becomes the hub for the younger scene with concerts, DJ sets, and parties. Conferences, book presentations, and cultural moments complete a program that counts over ninety appointments, including tastings, sports events, workshops, and exhibitions.
A festival that moves the entire territory
With over 40,000 visitors, dozens of wineries involved, and about 150 volunteers, Toscanello d'Oro is much more than a food festival: it is a tool for promoting the territory and fostering social cohesion throughout the Valdisieve. An unmissable appointment for those who want to discover the wines and flavors of the Florentine hills, just a few kilometers from Florence.
Toscanello d'Oro — edition 2026
The 57th edition of Toscanello d'Oro confirmed its role as the queen event of the Valdisieve: over 40,000 visitors, nearly 2,000 Wine Cards sold, 18 participating wineries, and more than 90 scheduled events, supported by about 150 volunteers. The historic center of Pontassieve came alive with the "Wine Citadel" in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II and the "Wine Route" in Via Tanzini, featuring guided tastings, masterclasses dedicated to Chianti Rufina, and spaces for extra virgin olive oil and honey.
Programme Toscanello d'Oro 2026
Thursday, May 28
- 12:00 PM — Official inauguration in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II
- 3:00 PM — Conference "Pontassieve: history of a village and restoration of the Medici Bridge" at Palazzo Sansoni Trombetta
- Piazza Boetani — Nedo & The Bello's
Friday, May 29
- Piazza Cairoli — Luca Ward with the show "Oggi voglio essere me stesso"
- Presentation of the Slow Food Extra Virgin Olive Oil Guide 2026
- Piazza Boetani — "Toscanello Young" with NeuroVibes and Zefira
Saturday, May 30
- Piazza Cairoli — Giusy Ferreri "Live 2026" concert
- Piazza Boetani — DJ set with DJ Barta; guest Stefano Quaglierini
Sunday, May 31
- Beekeeping and "Honey bar"
- Guided tasting dedicated to Rufina wines (whites, rosés, and sparkling wines)
- Piazza Boetani — The Lorean
Monday, June 1
- Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II — Patty Pravo with Giovanni Caccamo, celebrating 60 years of career
- Masterclass "I Terraelectae" by the Chianti Rufina Consortium, Sala delle Eroine
- Piazza Boetani — Radio Sieve "Revival Tartaruga"
Tuesday, June 2
- Piazza Boetani — Closing with I Divina, a journey through international pop-rock
Highlights Toscanello d'Oro 2026
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Practical information — Toscanello d'Oro
How to get there
Pontassieve is located about 18 km east of Florence, along the SR69 road of the Valdisieve. By train, the Pontassieve station is well-connected to Florence Santa Maria Novella. By car, take the A1 motorway, exit at Firenze Sud, and follow the SR69.
Parking and shuttles
During the event, a free shuttle bus service runs approximately every 20 minutes from the parking areas to the historic center.
Admission and tastings
Access to the event is free. For tastings along the "Wine Route", it is necessary to purchase the Wine Card in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II.
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Where does it take place — Toscanello d'Oro
Centro storico di Pontassieve
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, 50065 Pontassieve