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May 25, 2026

Cantine Aperte 2026

Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 May sees the return of the great wine event in Tuscany's most beautiful cellars

Appointment in the wineries of the Tuscan Wine Tourism Movement on May 24 and 25 with one of the most iconic events in the wine world, Cantine Aperte. A weekend to be enjoyed among good wine, art, music and fun.

From a visit to the vineyards with an expert in Etruscan culture, to a picnic in the vineyard with the wineries' wine novelties, passing by country walks to discover the glimpses that characterize the vineyards in Tuscany, or hiking and cycling wine or theme parties, or even trekking in the vineyards. Lots of initiatives planned by the many participating wineries. From Montalcino to Bolgheri, from Val d'Orcia to Montepulciano, passing through Cortona, Arezzo and wine to Chianti or the Maremma. All of wine Tuscany will be in celebration over two days. Let's discover together the initiatives of the participating wineries.

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Arezzo

Buccia Nera

Buccia Nera Winery offers a more intimate and educational experience titled “The Grape Varieties of Tuscany – 3 Glasses, One Story”.

The program includes a guided tour of the vineyards and winery followed by a tasting of three native wines:

  • Malvasia and Trebbiano

  • Ciliegiolo

  • Sangiovese

Tours are held in small groups on May 30 and 31 with three daily sessions (11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM), lasting approximately 90 minutes. The tasting costs 15 euros, which increases to 30 euros with an accompanying cheese and charcuterie platter.

Tenuta di Frassineto

Tenuta di Frassineto is participating in Cantine Aperte only on Sunday, May 31, starting at 4:00 PM.

The experience is designed as a journey between tradition and innovation:

  • a guided tour of the vineyards, historic cellar, and barrel room

  • an in-depth look at the classic method and sparkling wine production

  • concluding with a picnic on the estate and a tasting of three wines paired with local specialties

The cost is 35 euros per person, with reduced rates for children and teens.

Tenuta La Pineta

Tenuta La Pineta presents an edition closely tied to contemporary art with the project “Selezioni & Identità”.

The program spans two days:

Saturday, May 30

  • tours and tastings starting at 10:30 AM

  • exhibition opening at 4:00 PM featuring works by Pinuccia Scatizzi and Alessandro Bernardini

  • presentation of the new labels from the LA4 collection at 5:00 PM

Sunday, May 31

  • tastings and tours starting at 11:00 AM

  • “Taglieri e Filari” lunch in the vineyard starting at 1:00 PM

  • meeting with the artists in the afternoon

The project reimagines the winery as a multisensory experiential space, where wine, art, and landscape interact.

Villa La Ripa

Villa La Ripa opens its doors on Saturday, May 30, at 5:30 PM with an event dedicated to the intersection of wine and art.

On the program:

  • opening of the exhibition “KATHÉDRA, L’Anima del Vino” by artist Edmona

  • panoramic aperitif in the tasting room with a view of the vineyards

  • a glass of wine and typical Tuscan appetizers

The exhibition is created from organic materials used in winemaking, transformed into an artistic installation that reflects on the relationship between nature, matter, and spirituality.

Baldetti (Cortona)

Cantina Baldetti opens its doors for an edition dedicated to celebration and conviviality.

The event takes place on May 30 and 31 at the Pietraia estate (Cortona), with two distinct themes:

  • Saturday, May 30 (7:00 PM – 12:00 AM)

    : an evening atmosphere with tastings at sunset, music, and DJ sets until late at night

  • Sunday, May 31 (11:00 AM – 12:00 AM)

    : a full day of wine, food trucks, and musical entertainment

On both days, visitors can taste the winery’s wines accompanied by the Billis food truck. Admission is free, though reservations are required only for the special culinary offerings: Billis’Box on Saturday and Meat Sushi on Sunday.

Florence

Azienda Agricola Tamburini (Gambassi Terme)

On Sunday, May 31, 2026, the winery is hosting an event dedicated to Open Cellars with TambuGin, featuring tastings of the winery’s wines and a presentation of the new Tuscan gin “TambuGin.” The experience, priced at 30 euros per person, includes tastings and a discussion of the production process. Reservations are required.

Castelfalfi

On Saturday, May 30, and Sunday, May 31, the Castelfalfi Hiking & Wine experience returns, a guided tour through the village, nature, and vineyards. The route starts at the Wine Shop and passes through iconic sites such as the Church of San Floriano, the Rocca, and the Medici Garden, before continuing through vineyards and olive groves to a final tasting of three organic wines.

Duration: approx. 2–2.5 hours Difficulty: medium-easy Cost: 40 euros per person Participants: maximum 20 people per session

Castello di Querceto

In the heart of Chianti, Castello di Querceto opens its cellars on May 30 and 31 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The program includes guided tours and tastings in the estate’s historic cellars. The experience is free, but reservations are required.

DaVinum (Castelfiorentino)

On Saturday, May 30, and Sunday, May 31, the winery presents “DaVino a Davinum”, a food and wine journey through the cellar and barrel room.

The tour concludes with a three-course tasting, accompanied by cured meats and seasonal products.

Cost: 40 euros per person. Reservations required

Fattoria La Leccia (Montespertoli)

Fattoria La Leccia offers a multi-faceted experience titled “Discover, Taste, Create”, scheduled for May 30 and 31 from 12 PM to 7 PM.

Three itineraries guide visitors through nature, tasting, and creativity:

  • visit to the vineyard and sparkling wine cellar

  • guided tastings of wines, olive oil, and local products

  • art workshop combining painting and wine

Activities range from 5 to 25 euros depending on the itinerary.

Fattoria Lavacchio (Pontassieve)

On Saturday, May 30, and Sunday, May 31, Fattoria Lavacchio presents “Sorsi in Vigna”, an immersive experience among the vine rows. Visitors can choose tasting menus featuring 3 to 6 samples of organic and biodynamic wines, to be enjoyed outdoors next to the vineyard.

Cost: €12 to €18. Free admission with purchase of a tasting menu

Lamole di Lamole (Greve in Chianti)

At the highest point of Chianti Classico, Lamole di Lamole opens its doors on May 30 and 31 with the event “The Uniqueness of Lamole”. The program includes tours by reservation, guided tastings, and wine by the glass on the panoramic terrace. Cost: €15 to €35 per person

Tenuta Bossi – Marchesi Gondi (Pontassieve)

On Sunday, May 31, 2026, Tenuta Bossi will host “Saperi e Sapori”, an event celebrating wine, crafts, and street food.

On the program:

  • winery tours and tastings

  • craft market

  • picnic with food trucks in the orchard and olive grove

  • activities for children

Admission is free, while special tastings require a fee (25 euros).

Grosseto

Fattoria La Maliosa (Saturnia)

For Cantine Aperte 2026, Fattoria La Maliosa presents “Wine & Bike Maremma”, an experience combining slow tourism, nature, and wine tasting.

On May 30 and 31, participants can explore the Maremma by e-bike with local guides, passing through vineyards and scenic landscapes until reaching two local wineries: La Maliosa and Villa Acquaviva.

The itinerary includes:

  • a visit to the village of Montemerano

  • two tastings of wines and local products

  • an immersive cycling tour through nature and vineyards

Cost: 99 euros per person. Reservations required

Tenuta Montauto (Manciano)

Tenuta Montauto is offering the “Taste and Chill” experience on May 30 and 31, a simple and convivial format dedicated to sharing wine.

The experience includes:

  • a glass of wine per person

  • a platter to share

  • an informal atmosphere among the vineyards

The project was created with the goal of making wine accessible and central to social gatherings.

Cost: 19 euros for two people. Reservations required

Fattoria Acquaviva (Montemerano)

Fattoria Acquaviva is also participating in the popular “Wine & Bike Maremma” event, organized in collaboration with other local businesses.

The experience offers an e-bike tour through the vineyards and landscapes of the Maremma with two tasting stops, exploring local wines.

The itinerary includes:

  • a guided ride through nature and villages

  • tastings at the winery

  • a visit to Montemerano

  • an accessible experience with electric bikes

Cost: 99 euros per person (includes bike, guide, insurance, and tastings) Reservations required

Rocca di Frassinello (Gavorrano)

On Saturday, May 30, 2026, the winery presents “Rejuvenate Amidst the Greenery”, an experience blending wine, architecture, and landscape.

The program includes guided tours at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 3:00 PM, and 4:00 PM featuring:

  • a walk through the vineyards

  • a visit to the barrel cellar and the Etruscan museum

  • a final tasting of three glasses

Cost: 25 euros per person (free visit without tasting) Reservations required

Livorno

Campo alle Comete (Castagneto Carducci)

In the heart of the Etruscan Coast, Campo alle Comete offers a wide-ranging program for Cantine Aperte 2026 that combines tastings, immersive tours, and picnics among the vineyards.

Wine Travelers: Three itineraries through vineyards and wine glasses

On Saturday, May 30, and Sunday, May 31, at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 3:00 PM, a guided tour through the vineyards and winery comes to life. Tastings include a selection of Bolgheri DOC and IGT wines, accompanied by Tuscan bread and the winery’s own extra virgin olive oil. There are three levels of experience: Traveler (2 IGT + 1 DOC) – 30 euros, Explorer (2 IGT + 2 DOC) – 40 euros, Pioneer (3 IGT + 2 DOC) – 50 euros. Reservations required.

Scorci & Sorsi: Wine and Territory

At 12:30 PM, the guided tour “Scorci & Sorsi” is scheduled, an experience combining a winery tour and tasting. Paired with the wines: a platter of local cold cuts and cheeses, crostini with local pâté, and Tuscan bread with extra virgin olive oil

Cost: 60 euros per person. Reservations required

Picnic Among the Vines

Throughout the two days, you can enjoy a picnic experience with a special basket: a cold first course, a stuffed sandwich, dessert, and water. The picnic can be combined with a winery tour.

Cost: 35 euros (picnic only), 50 euros (picnic + tour)

Open Tastings

From 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, you can also enjoy open tastings by the glass or as a tasting menu, no reservation required.

  • Glasses from 5 to 18 euros

  • Tasting menus from 15 to 30 euros

Pisa

Azienda Agricola Castelvecchio (Terricciola)

For Cantine Aperte 2026, Azienda Agricola Castelvecchio is offering two days of tours and tastings in the heart of the Pisan hills.

The program includes guided tours of the winery at 11:00 AM, 3:30 PM, and 5:00 PM, with the option to choose between two tasting itineraries:

  • Classic Tasting: 3 wines, bread, and olive oil – 15 euros

  • Tasting with a Platter: 3 wines, bread, olive oil, cold cuts and cheeses, Vin Santo, and cantuccini – 30 euros

Reservations required.

Badia di Morrona (Terricciola)

Badia di Morrona

In the heart of the Pisan Chianti region, Badia di Morrona is participating in Cantine Aperte with guided tours and tastings.

On May 30 and 31, the following is scheduled:

  • winery tour with an expert guide

  • tasting of 3 wines accompanied by bruschetta

Cost: 15 euros per person Reservations required (also online or via WhatsApp)

Podere La Regola (Riparbella)

Podere La Regola

Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 2:30 PM, Podere La Regola presents “Wine Color – Watercolor in the Vineyard”, an experience blending art, wine, and nature.

The program includes:

  • watercolor workshop among the vine rows led by ArielArt

  • tour of the artistic winery and barrel cellar designed by Maestro Stefano Tonelli

  • tasting of organic wines with appetizers

The initiative combines creativity and landscape in an immersive experience.

Cost: 50 euros per person (materials not included) Reservations required by May 28

Pistoia

Società Agricola Marini Giuseppe (Pistoia)

For Cantine Aperte 2026, Società Agricola Marini Giuseppe offers a program packed with activities combining wine, art, nature, and entertainment, with free admission and some experiences available by reservation.

Over the two days, visitors can take part in guided winery tours and tastings, as well as visit an art exhibition featuring works by Rossella Baldecchi and Franco Balleri.

Saturday, May 30

At 7:00 PM, “Profumo d’olio – a sensory experience” is scheduled, a program dedicated to extra virgin olive oil featuring a technical tasting and food pairings.

Cost: 30 euros per person (by reservation)

Sunday, May 31

The day is designed for a wide audience and includes family activities and entertainment:

  • “Discovering the Countryside” tour for children (10:00 AM–12:00 PM)

  • archery with guest athletes (4:00 PM)

  • children’s entertainment with Mago Brodino (5:00 PM)

  • aperitif with live music starting at 6:00 PM

Throughout the day, guests can enjoy guided tastings with a sommelier, wine experience kits, and samples of the estate’s wines.

Tenuta Querciamatta (Monsummano Terme)

On Saturday, May 30, 2026, Tenuta Querciamatta presents “Wine Brunch & DJ Set”, an event combining gastronomy, music, and wine in the heart of the Pistoia countryside.

The brunch, curated by Dimora, takes place among vineyards and olive groves and includes:

  • a full brunch menu featuring local products

  • a glass of the estate’s wine

  • DJ set and live music

Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Cost: 35 euros per person

Prato

Fattoria di Bacchereto – Terre a Mano (Carmignano)

For Cantine Aperte 2026, Fattoria di Bacchereto offers an experience dedicated to discovering the region through the organic wine “Terre a Mano.”

Guided tours of the vineyard and winery with tastings are scheduled for Saturday, May 30, and Sunday, May 31, available at 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM by reservation.

In addition to the tours, there will also be the workshop “Tasting the Territory”, a four-part journey that combines wine and cuisine to explore the connection to the land.

  • Tour and tasting: 20 euros per person

  • Tasting workshop: 45 euros per person

Reservations required.

Podere Il Sassolo (Carmignano)

On Sunday, May 31, 2026, Podere Il Sassolo opens its doors for a wine tourism experience featuring the winery, tastings, and local flavors. The itinerary includes a tour of the winery with tastings accompanied by platters of local cold cuts and cheeses. Tastings are available by the glass at prices ranging from 5 to 8 euros, in an informal setting dedicated to local tradition.

Tenuta di Artimino (Carmignano)

On Sunday, May 31, Tenuta di Artimino hosts Cantine Aperte in the garden of Villa Medicea La Ferdinanda, featuring wine, food trucks, and relaxation in the open air.

The event runs from 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM and features:

  • Classic tastings (€15) with two glasses of your choice

  • Premium tastings (€20) with selected labels

  • jeep tours through the vineyards (€10 per person)

  • picnic area with food trucks and relaxation spaces

A €5 deposit is required for the glass.

Tenuta di Capezzana (Carmignano)

Also on Sunday, May 31, Tenuta di Capezzana offers a variety of activities including tastings, guided tours, and a wine bar.

Tours depart every 20 minutes and are paired with different tasting experiences:

  • tours from €10 to €15 including two glasses and a tour

  • tour only: €5

From 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM, a light snack is also available at the “La Vinsantaia” Wine Bar. A 10% discount on purchases in the wine shop is also offered.

Siena

Camigliano (Montalcino)

For Cantine Aperte 2026, Camigliano offers three experiences dedicated to exploring the region and Brunello di Montalcino.

Among the scheduled activities:

  • The Breath of the Vineyard: a walk through vineyards, olive groves, and historic landscapes with a winery tour and tasting of 3 wines

  • Wine Tour: a guided tour of the winery and tasting in the castle’s ancient underground cellars

  • Wine Brunch: tasting of 3 wines with a brunch featuring local products

Experiences range from 25 to 125 euros per person.

Campotondo (Campiglia d’Orcia)

In the heart of Val d’Orcia, Campotondo offers two immersive experiences combining nature and wine.

The program includes:

  • Snack in the vineyard

    (Saturday, May 30 at 5:30 PM): a walk through the bush-trained vineyards followed by an outdoor tasting featuring local products

  • Brunch in the Winery

    (Sunday, May 31): guided tour and tasting in the garden with seasonal products

Cost: 30 euros per person. Reservations required

Carpineto (Montepulciano)

Saturday, May 30, 2026 Carpineto presents “Tuscan Picnic in the Vineyard”, an outdoor experience combining relaxation and wine tasting.

The program includes:

  • introductory tour of the estate and the “Le Macchine del Vino” Museum

  • picnic among the vineyards with typical Tuscan products

  • one bottle of wine to share per four people

Cost: 30 euros per person Duration: approximately 2 hours Reservations required

Casato Prime Donne (Montalcino)

On Sunday, May 31, 2026, Casato Prime Donne offers a fun and educational experience dedicated to the world of wine. “Sommelier Champion for a Day” allows participants to try their hand at a blind tasting of 4 wines, with a final quiz and a symbolic certificate. A format designed to introduce the public to the language of wine tasting in a fun and accessible way.

Cost: €27.50 per person. Reservations required

Casisano (Montalcino)

On the weekend of May 30 and 31, Casisano offers two experiences:

  • A Glass in the Cellar

    : free tour and tasting with a glass of Rosso di Montalcino DOC

  • Picnic in the Cellar

    : an experience by reservation featuring a tour, a bottle of wine, and local specialties

An informal format to experience the winery through tasting and conviviality.

Castello di Radda (Radda in Chianti)

On Saturday, May 30, 2026, Castello di Radda presents “Scents of the Vineyard, Flavors of Chianti”, a tour with a tasting of 4 wines and Vermouth.

The experience includes a tour of the winery and a tasting of representative Chianti Classico wines.

Cost: 20 euros per person. Reservations required

Castellare di Castellina (Castellina in Chianti)

Sunday, May 31 marks the return of the Cantine Aperte event, celebrating wine, nature, and conviviality. The program features guided tours with tastings of Chianti Classico and Chianti Classico Riserva, accompanied by pecorino cheese and extra virgin olive oil. Throughout the day, visitors can also stroll freely through the Chianti Classico vineyards.

Cost: 13 euros per person

Cesani Winery (San Gimignano)

Saturday, May 30, 2026 Cesani presents “Calici nel Borgo”, a walking tasting tour featuring organic wines, wine cocktails, and local products. The tour takes place across various stops in the estate’s village, with tastings and food pairings.

Cost: 25 euros per person Reservations required

La Braccesca (Montepulciano)

Sunday, May 31 La Braccesca offers an experience blending nature, art, and conviviality.

The itinerary includes:

  • a walk through vineyards and woods

  • tasting of 3 wines

  • a wine-painting workshop

  • a convivial lunch featuring local specialties

An immersive experience combining landscape and creativity.

Ricasoli 1141 (Gaiole in Chianti)

At Brolio Castle, Ricasoli 1141 presents Open Cellars with free guided tours and tastings.

On the program:

  • cellar tours every 20 minutes

  • tasting of 3 Chianti Classico wines

  • afternoon DJ set

  • opening of the castle gardens

Cost: 15 euros per person

Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano

On Saturday, May 30, and Sunday, May 31, Vecchia Cantina presents Wine Experience with table tastings and guided tours of the underground cellars.

Activities include:

  • free tastings in the wine shop

  • cellar tours by reservation

  • wines served directly at the table

Cost: €10–€15 per person

Villa a Sesta (Castelnuovo Berardenga)

For Cantine Aperte 2026, Villa a Sesta offers guided tastings of 4 wines accompanied by bruschetta with extra virgin olive oil. A simple, local experience in the heart of Chianti Classico.

Cost: 25 euros per person Reservations required

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