Valdichiana Wine Festival

A journey through Valdichiana wines

The Valdichiana Wine Festival is the premier wine event in the municipality of Castiglion Fiorentino, located in the province of Arezzo in the heart of eastern Tuscany. Every year, at the beginning of May, the lush Renaissance cloister of Piazza San Francesco becomes a wine lounge: a path of tasting desks where producers personally present their labels, ranging from historic denominations to small artisanal estates.

Wineries and wines

The festival brings together over fifty wineries and offers around three hundred wines for tasting. The focus is on the Valdichiana territory, covering both the Aretine and Sienese sides, complemented by producers from Umbria and guests from other Italian regions. Alongside local wines, visitors can sample great Tuscan denominations such as Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Brunello di Montalcino, in a comparison that spans different styles and territories.

Masterclasses and in-depth sessions

A key part of the festival is dedicated to limited-seating masterclasses, led by sommeliers, oenologists, and producers. These sessions provide an opportunity to delve into the characteristics of grape varieties and denominations, often featuring guest wineries from outside the region. The program also includes book presentations and thematic meetings on wine culture.

Wine Shop and food pairings

One of the most appreciated features is the Wine Shop, which allows you to purchase bottles from participating wineries at prices more advantageous than standard retail. To complete the experience, there are pairings with local products from the Valdichiana, creating a dialogue between wine and local gastronomic traditions.

A setting to discover

Visiting the festival is also a way to explore Castiglion Fiorentino, an Etruscan-origin village that overlooks the Valdichiana from its hillside perch. The event is organized by the Municipality in collaboration with the Barolo vs Brunello association, the Strada del Vino Terre di Arezzo, and the Pro Loco, and is a staple in the town's spring calendar.