Valtidone Wine Fest - Pianello Stop
Pianello Sparkling: the grand finale of the Valtidone Wine Fest celebrating Gutturnio
About Pianello Sparkling
Pianello Sparkling, the grand finale of the Valtidone Wine Fest
The stop in Pianello Val Tidone, in the heart of the province of Piacenza, is the last of the four Sundays of the Valtidone Wine Fest, the largest wine event in the Piacenza area. Here, the event is named "Pianello Frizzante", in homage to the "mossi" (sparkling) wines of the Colli Piacentini, which find their most festive celebration in this village, concluding a September entirely dedicated to the valley's wine. It's the moment when this corner of Emilia-Romagna, overlooking the first Apennine hills bordering the Pavia area, toasts the territory and its wineries.
Gutturnio and the sparkling wines of the Colli Piacentini
The absolute protagonists of the day are the sparkling wines of the Colli Piacentini, with Gutturnio — the king of Piacenza reds — in the spotlight, alongside the sparkling versions of Bonarda, Malvasia, and Ortrugo. In Piazza Madonna and along the streets of the center, tasting stands are set up by about twenty wineries and producers from Val Tidone, joined by a dozen artisans and producers of specialties. Tastings accompany visitors throughout the day, on a journey of taste that tells the story of the valley's oenological identity.
The flavors of the territory
The wine is paired with typical products of the Piacenza tradition: batarò, the typical bread-dough focaccia cooked between two plates, cotechino and local DOP cured meats, honey, and truffles from the valley, along with local dishes offered by the Pro Loco stands. A showcase of authentic flavors that makes Pianello Frizzante a true popular festival as well as an oenological one.
The Feast of San Maurizio, flag-wavers, and brass band
The Wine Fest stop intertwines with the patronal feast of San Maurizio, which enlivens Pianello with a rich program of tradition and entertainment. The day is marked by performances by the flag-wavers of Cerreto Guidi and the bersaglieri brass band of Melzo, by markets in the historic center, the artisan fair, and, in recent editions, fireworks that light up the night. A combination of wine culture, popular devotion, and village festival that attracts visitors from all over the province.
A review that tells the story of Val Tidone
Promoted by the Municipality of Pianello Val Tidone together with the Pro Loco and the organization of the Valtidone Wine Fest, and included in the territorial project "Welcome Val Tidone" which unites five municipalities in the valley, the Pianello stop is the grand finale of a review that enhances the wineries, typical products, and the food and wine identity of the Piacenza Val Tidone. A day designed for those who love wine, genuine flavors, and the atmosphere of the Emilian Apennine villages.
Pianello Sparkling — edition 2026
Valtidone Wine Fest in Pianello — 2026 Edition
The stop in Pianello Val Tidone is confirmed for Sunday, September 27, 2026, and concludes the 17th edition of the Valtidone Wine Fest, as part of the "Welcome Val Tidone" territorial project that unites five municipalities in the valley.
As tradition dictates, the day will be dedicated to "Pianello Frizzante": tasting stands for the sparkling wines of the Colli Piacentini, with Gutturnio as the star, paired with typical products of Val Tidone, and entertainment from the patronal feast of San Maurizio in Piazza Madonna.
The detailed program for the 2026 edition (times, winery stands, side events, and tasting glass price) will be published by the organizers in the weeks preceding the event on the official Valtidone Wine Fest website.
Programme Pianello Sparkling 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be announced by the organizers in the weeks preceding the event. Based on recent editions, the Pianello day ("Pianello Frizzante") typically includes:
- Opening of the event and the tasting stands in Piazza Madonna, featuring the sparkling wines of the Colli Piacentini with Gutturnio in the lead.
- About twenty wineries and producers from Val Tidone, joined by artisans and specialty producers.
- Pairings with typical products of the region: batarò, cured meats, honey, truffles, cotechino, and dishes from the Pro Loco.
- Performances by the flag-wavers of Cerreto Guidi and the bersaglieri brass band as part of the Feast of San Maurizio.
- Markets and artisan fair in the historic center.
Dates and details will be updated upon publication of the official program.
Highlights Pianello Sparkling 2026
- Tasting stands for the sparkling wines of the Colli Piacentini, with Gutturnio as the star
- Grand finale of the Valtidone Wine Fest in Piazza Madonna
- Patronal feast of San Maurizio with flag-wavers, bersaglieri brass band, and markets
Prices Pianello Sparkling 2026
Practical information — Pianello Sparkling
When and where
The Pianello stop of the Valtidone Wine Fest is held in Piazza Madonna and the historic center of Pianello Val Tidone (province of Piacenza). The 2026 edition is scheduled for Sunday, September 27, 2026, concluding the event, generally with continuous hours from morning to evening.
How to get there
Pianello Val Tidone can be reached by car along the SP412R of Val Tidone; from Piacenza, it's about 30 km south, taking about thirty minutes. The nearest train station is Piacenza, from which you can continue by car or public transport. On festival days, the town provides dedicated parking areas.
Tastings and costs
Entry to the event is free. For the tasting stands, you purchase the tasting glass with a lanyard, which entitles you to tastings at participating wineries. Food stands by the Pro Loco and typical products are available at popular prices.
Contacts
Municipality and Pro Loco of Pianello Val Tidone — [email protected] — official website valtidonewinefest.it
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Where does it take place — Pianello Sparkling
Piazza Madonna e centro storico
Piazza Madonna, 29010 Pianello Val Tidone