ViVa, Valtellina Wines
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Wine Local produce

ViVa, Valtellina Wines

Three days dedicated to Alpine Nebbiolo in the historic center of Sondrio

Sondrio — Sondrio (014)
Dates 12 Sep โ€” 14 Sep 2026
Location Sondrio (014)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About ViVa Valtellina Wines

ViVa is the large, widespread festival dedicated to Valtellina wines, the Alpine Nebbiolo which here is called Chiavennasca. For three days, the historic center of Sondrio fills with tasting stands, meetings with producers, walks through terraced vineyards, e-bike tours, and winery visits. The 'ViVa Nebbiolo' evenings combine music, local flavors, and a convivial atmosphere. An event promoted by the Valtellina Wines Protection Consortium, one of the most important on the alpine wine calendar.

The Alpine Nebbiolo Celebrated

ViVa, Vini Valtellina is the widespread event celebrating the enological excellence of Valtellina: wines made from Nebbiolo, a grape variety that in this valley is called Chiavennasca and gives life to prestigious labels such as Sassella, Grumello, Inferno, Valgella, and Sforzato. For three days, the historic center of Sondrio, the provincial capital, becomes the stage for a grand narrative of the territory through its wines.

Tastings and Meetings with Producers

The heart of the event are the tasting stands set up in the streets and squares of the center, where visitors can sample the productions of Valtellina wineries and talk directly with the producers. Dedicated spaces welcome wine industry professionals, in a format that unites the public of enthusiasts with the professional sector.

Among the Terraced Vineyards

ViVa is not just about tasting: the event takes participants to experience the landscape that gives rise to these wines. Scheduled are walks through the terraced vineyards, supported by historic dry-stone walls, e-bike tours, and winery visits, to discover up close the heroic viticulture that characterizes the Rhaetian slopes of Valtellina.

ViVa Nebbiolo Evenings

To close the days are the ViVa Nebbiolo evenings, which combine live music, flavors of Valtellina cuisine, and a convivial atmosphere in the heart of Sondrio. The event is promoted by the Valtellina Wines Protection Consortium, with the Valtellina Wines Sustainability Consortium and Provinea, and represents an ideal showcase for discovering one of the most fascinating wine-growing areas of the Alps.

ViVa Valtellina Wines โ€” edition 2026

The 2026 edition of ViVa animates the historic center of Sondrio from September 12 to 14 with tastings, producer meetings, vineyard walks, e-bike tours, and ViVa Nebbiolo evenings. Public on September 12-13, professionals on the 14th.

From September 12 to 14, 2026, the historic center of Sondrio hosts ViVa, the widespread event dedicated to Alpine Nebbiolo. Three days of tastings, experiences among the vineyards, and convivial evenings to discover Valtellina wines. September 12 and 13 are open to the public, while the 14th is reserved for industry professionals.

Programme ViVa Valtellina Wines 2026

ViVa 2026 Experiences

  • Tasting stands in the historic center of Sondrio, with direct meetings with producers
  • Walks among the terraced vineyards and dry-stone walls
  • E-bike tours and winery visits
  • ViVa Nebbiolo evenings with music, local flavors, and a convivial atmosphere
  • Dedicated access for wine industry professionals at the stands

Access

  • September 12-13 โ€” open to the public
  • September 14 โ€” reserved for industry professionals

The detailed schedule of tastings and experiences will be published on viva.vinidivaltellina.it.

Highlights ViVa Valtellina Wines 2026

Tastings of Valtellina's great red wines, walks through the terraced vineyards, and ViVa Nebbiolo evenings in the heart of Sondrio.

Prices ViVa Valtellina Wines 2026

Free entry to the central area; some experiences (tastings, tours, winery visits) require booking. Info at viva.vinidivaltellina.it.

Practical information — ViVa Valtellina Wines

When

September 12-14, 2026. On September 12 and 13, the event is open to the public; September 14 is dedicated to industry professionals.

Where

Historic center of Sondrio (SO). Consortium headquarters: Palazzo Martinengo, Via Perego 1.

How to get there

Sondrio is reachable by train (Milanโ€“Tirano line) and by car via the SS38 dello Stelvio. The historic center is pedestrianized.

Admission

Information and booking for experiences at viva.vinidivaltellina.it. Tel. +39 0342 200871.

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Where does it take place โ€” ViVa Valtellina Wines

Centro storico di Sondrio

Via Perego 1, 23100 Sondrio

Contact ViVa Valtellina Wines

Tel
+39 0342 200871

ViVa Valtellina Wines in brief

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History of ViVa Valtellina Wines