Calici di Stelle from 29 July to 15 August 2022
From vineyard trekking to sunset concerts: all the events to celebrate the stars with wine
Following the success of Cantine Aperte (Open Cellars) and the start of Vigneti Aperti (Open Vineyards), the numerous seasonal events promoted by the Tuscan Wine Tourism Movement continue, filling Italy's vineyards and piazzas with magic and festive moments with Calici di Stelle 2022. The event, organised by MTV and the National Association of Wine Cities, will be an opportunity to walk among the rows of vines in the moonlight and to experience the villages and squares with the starry sky as a backdrop, always in the company of a good glass of wine. In Tuscany, a rich calendar of appointments in various wineries throughout the territory from 29 July to 15 August.
Eno-Astronomy is the theme of this edition of Calici di Stelle, and indeed it is the celestial bodies that will dictate the rich calendar of wine events (available online at www.mtvtoscana.com).
EVENTS NOT TO BE MISSED IN TUSCANY:
Wednesday 10 August IN THE CITY OF THE PALIO, BRINDISI IN FORTEZZA AND NIGHT OPENINGS OF PRESTIGIOUS LOCATIONS
The appointment is from 21.00 to 24.00 hours at the Fortezza Medicea, where the eagerly awaited tastings will take place. While the monumental complex Santa Maria della Scala, located in the heart of the historical centre, as well as the Museo Civico, will guarantee extraordinary night openings. The full programme also includes guided stargazing from 9.30 pm, this time in Via Pier Andrea Mattioli at the Orto dei Tolomei. INFO: Tel. 0577.292422 - 0577.292161 - 0577.292128 eventi@comune.siena.it www.sienacomunica.it
CARMIGNANO (Prato)
Saturday 6, Sunday 7, Tuesday 9, Wednesday 10 August AT THE ANTICA ROCCA DI CARMIGNANO
The setting, the olive gardens of the Rocca di Carmignano, continues to be the same as always, tried and tested and award-winning. Just like the magical night watching the stars and sipping in crystal goblets the excellent and noble wines of Carmignano. The natural accompaniment will be local dishes and desserts proposed by local restaurateurs, strictly with live music, workshops for children and photographic exhibitions. The appointment is at the Rocca di Carmignano from 20.00 to 24.00. INFO: Tel. 055.8712468 - info@carmignanodivino.prato.it
MONTEPULCIANO (Siena)
Wednesday 10 August WALKING WITH THE WINE TASTING IN SUGGESTIVE LOCATIONS
Of exclusive tastings of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DCCG in suggestive locations: in the town's alleyways, in panoramic piazzas, at the monumental Temple of San Biagio and in the historic centre with its majestic Piazza Grande. The formula envisaged this year offers three different tasting opportunities to appreciate the poliziani reds paired with typical local products: seated tastings in three exclusive locations in Vicolo del Leone, Via Piè al Sasso and Tempio di San Biagio; itinerant tastings in the historic centre; dinners in the venues of the 8 contrade del Bravìo delle Botti with poliziani labels. The wine-tasting service will be entrusted to the professionalism of FISAR Sommeliers. To make the atmosphere of the Night of San Lorenzo truly unique, the performance of the Masters of the Hans Werner Henze Music Institute of Montepulciano and live music in Piazza Grande and S. Agostino. A magic show to enchant even the youngest children and the performance of the Gruppo Sbandieratori e Tamburini di Montepulciano (Montepulciano flag-wavers and drummers). It will be possible to discover the timeless beauty of the pearl of the 16th century with guided tours of the historic centre and its monumental cellars. INFO: Tel. 0578.717484 booking@stradavinonobile.it www.calicidistellemontepulciano.it
CASTELLINA IN CHIANTI (Siena)
From Saturday 6 to Wednesday 10 August THEATRE, STREET FOOD AND WALKING UNDER THE STARS
Beautiful initiative scheduled in Castellina in Chianti from 09.00 to 24.00, from Saturday 6 to Wednesday 10 August. It begins on Saturday with dancing in the piazza; Sunday 7 there will be a guided tasting in Via delle Volte. Monday 8, at 16.30, children's aperitif with entertainment and workshop at the Archaeological Museum of the Sienese Chianti. Tuesday 9, at 9 p.m., it is the turn of Meet Chianti Classico - Meet Theatre - a performance event "diVINUM" dedicated to wine in Piazza del Comune. Wednesday 10 is the turn of street food from the restaurants and wineries of Castellina in Chianti, with stargazing by the U.A.S. Walk behind the walls, all from 8 pm. From Saturday 6 to Wednesday 10, the evening opening of the Archaeological Museum of the Chianti Senese is on the agenda, until midnight. INFO: Tel. 0577.742338 - a.gori@comune.castellina.si.it - ufficioturistico@comune.castellina.si.it
SUVERETO (Livorno)
Wednesday 10 August MUSIC, THEATRE, STARS AND EXCELLENT TASTINGS
Already on the agenda is the renewed edition of Calici di Stelle (Goblets of Stars) in Suvereto, which every year brings new ideas and public acclaim in the town's picturesque historic centre. On Wednesday 10 August, a special evening with Suvereto producers awaits us. During the event, along the streets of the historic centre of the medieval village, there will be a veritable food and wine trail with musical and theatrical performances and stargazing. The programme starts at 7 p.m. and ends at midnight. INFO: Tel. 0565.829923 - 340.1872019 urp@comune.suvereto.li.it
CAMPIGLIA MARITTIMA (Livorno)
Saturday 6 August EXCELLENCE LABELS IN THE TASTING BOARD DEDICATED TO VAL DI CORNIA AND BOLGHERESE
The food and wine itinerary includes the pairing of typical local products with the various labels from Val di Cornia and Bolgheri, poured by Sommeliers from the FISAR Costa Etrusca Association. Live music in every square and entertainment for children. Inside the Mannelli Civic Centre, the Piombino Astrophiliacs will provide an opportunity to observe the sky and the stars. Framed by a colourful craft market. The appointment is in Campiglia Marittima from 7.00 p.m. until midnight in the streets of the historic centre. INFO: Tel. 347.6126200 e.v.campigliamarittima@gmail.com
RAPOLANO TERME (Siena)
Wednesday 10 August ENOGASTRONOMIC KERMESSE ON THE SQUARES OF RAPOLAN'S HISTORIC CENTRE
On Wednesday 10 August, from 8.45 p.m. until midnight, the historic centre will be animated by an evening involving local restaurateurs offering revisited traditional dishes, wine stands where it will be possible to taste the products of local estates as well as Brunello, Nobile and Chianti. Calici di Stelle (Goblets of Stars) will also enliven the evening with music in the three squares of Rapolano's historical centre. INFO: Tel. 0577.72310 - 335.1861206 urp@comune.rapolanoterme.si.it r.rosadini@comune.rapolanoterme.si.it
SAN GIMIGNANO (Siena)
Wednesday 10 August THE MASTERCLASS AT THE ROCCA DI MONTESTAFFOLI
In the setting of the Rocca di Montestaffoli, from 7 p.m. to midnight, the "Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Experience" Masterclass is on the agenda. Visitors will be able to choose to taste different types of Vernaccia di San Gimignano wines, paired with local gastronomic products, while appreciating the beauty of the historical centre and the magnificent view offered by the Rocca. Guests can book their tasting by choosing from three shifts (at 7.00 pm, 8.30 pm and 10.00 pm). INFO: Tel. 0577.940108 - info@vernaccia.it
CASTIGLIONE D'ORCIA (Siena)
Tuesday 9 August and Wednesday 10 August A TWO DAYS IN THE HEART OF VAL D'ORCIA
The undisputed protagonists will be the stories of the owners of the wineries who will present and highlight their wines in an exceptional evening. Musical accompaniment will frame the beautiful atmosphere with a concert by Tritone Duo (double bass and accordion with Maurizio Costantini and Umberto Ugoberti) at sunset. For the occasion, the village will be enriched by vintage cars and motorbikes, while the restaurants will offer traditional menus and more, with special accompaniments to the Doc Orcia Tastings. For children, the 'Learn to make pasta' workshop is scheduled. The appointment is in Piazza il Vecchietta, Piazza Unità and Borgo Vittorio Emanuele on 9 August from 18.00 to 24.00, and on 10 August from 19.00 to 01.00. INFO: Tel. 393.2928956 - 339.6338565 info@albaetramontofestival.it
CASTELNUOVO BERARDENGA (Siena)
Saturday 6 August ART, MUSIC, SHOWS AND TASTINGS
The date of Calici di Stelle (Goblets of Stars) in the municipality just a few kilometres from Siena, is with the best wineries and the tasting of food and wine excellence. The evening will be accompanied by music, shows, art, and good wine will join the magic of the territory under the stars. Here are some moments not to be missed: Giulivo Splash Show, a show for young and old; Princesa Quintet, a female homage to Fabrizio de Andrè; Forma/ae, a photographic exhibition by Stefano Vigni at the Museo del Pesaggio. The appointment is in the historical centre of Castelnuovo Berardenga from 19.00 to 24.00. INFO: Tel. 0577.351337 - ufficio.turistico@comune.castelnuovo.si.it
MASSA MARITTIMA (Grosseto)
Wednesday 10 August 2022 THE EARLY ANNUAL TOAST AT THE SENESE FORTRESS
In the spectacular and evocative location, all the excellent wines of the area's most important producers will be offered for tasting. The DOC Monteregio di Massa Marittima, Maremma Toscana and IGT Toscana will delight the palates of enthusiasts and the curious. Accompanying them will be some types of traditional Maremma pork products. The aim is to recreate the beautiful combination of history, tradition and taste so beloved by residents and the countless tourists who come to Massa Marittima every year. The event is organised by the Strada del Vino e dei sapori Monteregio di Massa Marittima, in collaboration with the Municipality of Massa Marittima, the Unione dei Comuni Montani Colline Metallifere, I Terzieri della Stessa Città (which characterises them with the Balestro del Girifalco) and the SlowFood of Monteregio convivium. The appointment is in the historic centre of Massa Marittima from 6 p.m. to midnight.INFO: Tel. 328.7455847 info@stradavini.it
