Chianti Lovers Week 2027 – Tuscany, Italy

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Chianti Lovers Week is the first widespread festival entirely dedicated to Chianti DOCG, promoted and organized by the Consorzio Vino Chianti with the aim of bringing Chianti out of institutional contexts and into the places of daily life. The concept is simple and powerful. Instead of asking lovers to look for Chianti, Chianti goes in search of its lovers. The festival transforms Tuscany into an open-air tasting room, with Florence as the main hub and dozens of events spread across the region, from historic wineries to urban venues, restaurants, wine shops, cultural spaces and former industrial complexes.

The event was created to tell the story of one of the most iconic Italian wines in a new, accessible and contemporary way. More than 40 initiatives including tastings, treks, visits to wineries, masterclasses, art performances, cinema experiences and shopping nights are organized in collaboration with restaurants, wine shops, wineries, cultural associations and hospitality venues. The program includes official appointments curated directly by the Consortium and a rich program of independent events that cross the entire region, celebrating Chianti in all its forms.

The grand finale is traditionally held at Manifattura Tabacchi in Florence, a former tobacco factory turned into a creative district, with a large closing party open to the public featuring free tastings, excellent street food, music and dance. With its mix of wine culture, art, music and conviviality, Chianti Lovers Week is a celebration of Tuscan identity and a vibrant showcase of the vitality of a wine that knows how to evolve without losing its roots.

What Makes This Food Event Special

The First Widespread Festival for Chianti DOCG: Chianti Lovers Week is not a single fair in one location. It is a diffused festival that brings Chianti DOCG to streets, venues, places of culture and conviviality across Tuscany. This format makes the wine close, accessible and shareable, exactly how the Consortium wants it to be experienced.

A New Way of Telling Wine: The President of the Consorzio Vino Chianti has described the event as a way to leave institutional contexts to meet people in the places of their daily lives. It is a celebration and also an act of trust in the vitality of the territory and in a wine culture that knows how to evolve without losing its roots.

More Than 40 Events Across Tuscany: The week brings together an extraordinary network of partners. More than 40 entities including restaurants, wine shops, wineries and cultural spaces respond to the Consortium’s call, ready to celebrate Chianti in its special week. The result is a diverse program that includes tasting dinners, themed aperitifs, trekking between the rows, cellar visits, immersive masterclasses and artistic interventions.

Contamination with Art, Cinema and Music: Chianti Lovers Week intentionally contaminates wine with other languages. The Wine & Cinema Experience in Nana Bianca is an immersive masterclass between tastings and cult movie scenes in which Chianti is protagonist. The Rewriting History project opens extraordinary sites like the former Monastery of St. Ursula with guided tours, live art and tastings. Shopping nights, swing dance performances and vintage DJ sets turn tasting into an experience of rhythm, flavor and fun.

A Grand Finale at Manifattura Tabacchi: The closing party has become iconic. It takes place at VIVIDO in Manifattura Tabacchi, with free tastings of the finest Chianti D.O.C.G. wines, paired with freshly made Tuscan schiacciate from Tosca – Eccellenze Toscane, along with a selection of Italian D.O.P. and I.G.P. specialties, excellent street food, swing and vintage DJ sets with La Màquina Parlante and dancers from Studio Swing 22 Florence.

The Strength of the Consortium: The Chianti Wine Consortium, founded in 1927, currently represents approximately 3,500 farms on 15,000 hectares of vineyards. This collective power ensures that the festival truly represents the entire appellation, from historic producers to young realities, from Impruneta to Empoli, from Pisa to Arezzo, from Siena to Montepulciano.

Food, Cuisine & Specialties

Chianti Lovers Week is centered on Chianti DOCG, but the food experience is equally important. The festival celebrates the deep link between Chianti and Tuscan cuisine, showing how the wine enhances local products.

Chianti DOCG is presented in its three main typologies. You will taste Chianti DOCG Annata, the fresh and fruity expression of the most recent harvest, Chianti Superiore, with stricter production rules and greater structure, and Chianti Riserva, aged for longer and capable of great complexity and longevity. Each typology expresses a different interpretation of Sangiovese, the main grape of the appellation, complemented by Canaiolo, Colorino and other authorized varieties.

The tastings are paired with authentic Tuscan specialties. At the closing party, freshly made Tuscan schiacciate, the classic focaccia with olive oil and salt, is served by Tosca – Eccellenze Toscane, along with a selection of Italian D.O.P. and I.G.P. specialties including Tuscan pecorino, finocchiona, lardo di Colonnata, and extra virgin olive oil from Chianti hills. Many events include street food reinterpretations, from lampredotto sandwiches to pappa al pomodoro, ribollita, and panzanella.

Beyond the main events, restaurants participating in the week create special pairing menus. You will find menus where Chianti is paired with wild boar pappardelle, bistecca alla fiorentina, aged pecorino with honey, and cantucci with Vin Santo. Wine shops organize guided tastings with small bites of local charcuterie and cheese, while wineries offer tours that end with tastings of olive oil, honey and balsamic vinegar produced on the estates.

Chefs, Restaurants & Food Vendors

The strength of Chianti Lovers Week lies in its widespread network. Instead of a single list of vendors in one square, the festival features a curated circuit of venues across Florence and Tuscany.

In Florence, key venues have included Manifattura Tabacchi for the closing party, La Rinascente for the Shopping Night in collaboration with local sports teams, Nana Bianca for the Wine & Cinema Experience, the former Monastery of St. Ursula for Rewriting History, and dozens of restaurants and wine bars in the historic center that host tasting dinners and themed aperitifs.

In the Chianti territory, historic wineries open their doors for special visits. Estates in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, Greve in Chianti, Radda in Chianti, Impruneta, Empoli, Pisa, Arezzo, Siena and Montepulciano organize cellar tours, vineyard treks and direct tastings with producers. Wineries such as Poggio al Chiuso and many others participate with the direct presence of winemakers who explain their philosophy and production methods.

Food vendors are selected for their link to Tuscan excellence. Tosca – Eccellenze Toscane provides freshly made schiacciate and baked goods at the main events. Local street food artisans offer Tuscan specialties, while D.O.P. and I.G.P. consortia bring cheeses, cured meats, breads and olive oils to pair with Chianti. The festival also collaborates with cultural collectives like La Màquina Parlante for vintage music and Studio Swing 22 Florence for dance performances, creating a full hospitality experience.

Food Experience

The food experience at Chianti Lovers Week is designed to be accessible, convivial and educational. It is not a formal, seated wine fair reserved for experts. It is a week where you can meet producers in the places where you normally shop, eat and go out.

You will experience guided tastings of Chianti DOCG together with the producers, following a path through museum rooms and even accessing impressive historic spaces like clock towers and former monasteries. The tastings are often accompanied by free tours of museums and cultural sites, making wine part of a broader cultural discovery.

The immersive experiences are particularly memorable. The Wine & Cinema Experience combines film and wine, showing cult scenes where Chianti appears while guiding you through the aromatic profile of the wine. The Rewriting History event opens an extraordinary site that is normally closed to the public, offering guided tours, live art and tastings in a unique atmosphere. The Shopping Night transforms a department store into a wine bar with special toasts and music.

The closing party at Manifattura Tabacchi is the highlight. Admission typically includes a custom Chianti Lovers wine glass and branded glass holder pouch, with which you can sample all featured products freely. The atmosphere is festive and informal, with excellent street food stalls, swing music from hand-cranked gramophones and rare 78 RPM shellac records, and dancers and instructors who turn the tasting into an engaging experience of rhythm, flavor and fun. It is a party where wine lovers, families, young people and curious tourists mix together, sharing tables and toasts.

Data i harmonogram

Event Dates: maj 2027 (daty do ustalenia)

The full program for the 2027 edition will be published on the official website. Based on previous editions, the week typically includes more than 40 initiatives spread across Tuscany with a grand finale at Manifattura Tabacchi. Expect shopping nights, immersive masterclasses between tastings and cult movie scenes, guided tours and live art at extraordinary sites that open exceptionally to the public, trekking between the rows, cellar visits, tasting dinners and themed aperitifs.

The closing party is scheduled as the final event of the week at Manifattura Tabacchi, from late afternoon to late evening, featuring free tastings of Chianti D.O.C.G. wines, Tuscan schiacciate, Italian D.O.P. and I.G.P. specialties, street food, swing and vintage DJ sets.

Exact dates, times and ticket links will be available at https://chiantiloversweek.it/ and through the Consorzio Vino Chianti channels.

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Main Region: Tuscany, Italy with Florence as central hub

Key Venues:

• Manifattura Tabacchi, Florence: The former tobacco factory in Via delle Cascine is now a major creative and cultural district. Its VIVIDO space hosts the Chianti Lovers Closing Party, with large indoor and outdoor areas suitable for tastings, street food and live music. It is easily reachable by tram and bus from Florence city center.
• La Rinascente, Florence: The historic department store in the city center hosts the Shopping Night event, where Chianti becomes protagonist of a special evening with toasts, music and encounters with producers.
• Nana Bianca, Florence: A startup studio and innovation hub that hosts the Wine & Cinema Experience, an immersive masterclass combining cinema and wine tasting in a contemporary setting.
• Former Monastery of St. Ursula, Florence: An extraordinary historic site that opens exceptionally for Rewriting History, offering guided tours, live art and tastings in a recently restored complex near the historic center.
• Widespread Locations Across Tuscany: Events are hosted in wineries, restaurants, wine shops, museums and cultural venues from Impruneta to Empoli, from Pisa to Arezzo, from Siena to Montepulciano, from Greve in Chianti to Radda in Chianti. This widespread format allows visitors to discover Chianti in the places where it is produced and enjoyed daily.

Jak dotrzeć na wydarzenie

By Air: The main gateway is Florence Airport Amerigo Vespucci, with connections to major European cities, and Pisa International Airport, which offers more low-cost connections. From both airports, you can reach Florence by tram, bus or train and then use local transport to reach event venues.

By Train: Florence Santa Maria Novella is the central train station, well connected to Rome, Milan, Venice and other Tuscan cities. From the station, tram line T2 connects to Manifattura Tabacchi and other venues, while many events in the historic center are walkable. For events in the Chianti hills, regional buses or car rentals are recommended.

By Car: Tuscany is best explored by car if you plan to visit wineries and villages outside Florence. However, historic centers have limited traffic zones. Use parking lots outside the center and walk or use public transport. For winery visits, always designate a driver or join organized tours that include transport.

Public Transport in Florence: Florence has an efficient tram and bus network operated by Autolinee Toscane. Tram T1 and T2 serve Manifattura Tabacchi and the city center. Most events in central Florence are within walking distance of each other.

Organized Tours: Many local operators offer Chianti Lovers Private Tours with two wineries and lunch from Florence, with small groups limited to 8 to 12 people to ensure the best experience. These tours are ideal if you want to combine event participation with vineyard visits without worrying about logistics.

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Staying in Florence puts you at the center of the action, with easy access to the closing party and most evening events. Staying in the Chianti countryside offers a more immersive experience for those who want to focus on winery visits and trekking.

In Florence City Center: Boutique hotels near Santa Maria Novella station or in the Oltrarno district offer easy access to Manifattura Tabacchi via tram. Hotels like Hotel Savoy, Portrait Firenze and Oltrarno Splendid are popular for wine tourists. Mid-range options like Hotel Palazzo Guadagni and Soprarno Suites offer terraces with views over the city. For budget travelers, there are numerous well-reviewed B&Bs and apartments in San Frediano and Sant’Ambrogio.

Near Manifattura Tabacchi: The area around Cascine Park has modern hotels and serviced apartments that are convenient for the closing party. Staying here allows you to walk to the main finale and avoid late-night transport.

In the Chianti Hills: For a countryside experience, consider agriturismi and wine resorts in Greve in Chianti, Radda in Chianti, Castellina in Chianti and Tavarnelle Val di Pesa. Many wineries offer accommodation on their estates, including rooms and apartments surrounded by vineyards. This is ideal if you plan to participate in trekking events and cellar visits organized by historic producers and young realities.

Booking Tip: The week attracts visitors from across Italy and abroad, so early booking is recommended, especially for accommodations with vineyard views and for hotels within walking distance of Manifattura Tabacchi.

Co robić przed lub po wydarzeniu

Tuscany offers endless possibilities to enrich your Chianti Lovers Week experience.

Before or after tastings, explore Florence’s art heritage. Visit the Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Gallery with Michelangelo’s David, and Palazzo Vecchio with its impressive Clock Tower and Vasari Room. The guided tours that are often included with tasting tickets, such as tours of the Vasari Room and Clock Tower, offer a unique combination of art and wine.

Take time to discover the Chianti region itself. Join a trekking tour between the rows, where local guides lead you through vineyards, olive groves and medieval villages, explaining the landscape and winemaking traditions. Visit historic estates that organize cellar tours and olive oil tastings. Explore charming villages like Greve in Chianti with its triangular Piazza Matteotti, Radda in Chianti with its ice house, and Montepulciano and Pienza for a taste of southern Tuscany.

For food lovers, visit the Central Market in Florence for street food, fresh pasta and lampredotto, or take a cooking class focused on Tuscan cuisine. The area is also perfect for cycling, with many routes connecting wineries and offering stunning views over rolling hills.

For culture lovers, the Nana Bianca innovation hub, the former Monastery of St. Ursula and Manifattura Tabacchi itself are worth visiting outside event hours, as they represent the contemporary creative side of Florence, where art, technology and craftsmanship intersect.

Restaurants & Local Food to Try

Tuscan cuisine is the perfect companion to Chianti DOCG, and Chianti Lovers Week is an ideal moment to explore it.

Classic Tuscan Dishes to Try:

• Bistecca alla Fiorentina: The iconic large T-bone steak from Chianina cattle, grilled rare and seasoned with olive oil and salt
• Pappardelle al Cinghiale: Wide ribbon pasta with wild boar ragu, a classic pairing with Chianti Riserva
• Ribollita: Hearty vegetable and bean soup thickened with bread, perfect with Chianti Annata
• Pappa al Pomodoro: Tomato and bread soup with basil and extra virgin olive oil
• Lampredotto: Traditional Florentine street food, slow-cooked tripe served in a bun with green sauce

Where to Eat: During the week, many restaurants participating in the circuit create special tasting dinners and themed aperitifs dedicated to Chianti. In Florence, try Trattoria Sostanza for butter chicken, Il Crisco for modern Tuscan cuisine, and Buca Mario for historic Florentine dishes. In the Chianti hills, try Ristoro di Lamole, La Bottega del Moro and Osteria di Passignano for vineyard views and local products.

Markets and Street Food: Don’t miss Mercato Centrale in Florence for fresh pasta, cheeses, and street food stalls offering schiacciata, panini with porchetta, and fried delicacies. At the closing party, Tuscan street food is a highlight, with stalls offering schiacciate, D.O.P. cheeses, I.G.P. cured meats and seasonal specialties paired with Chianti.

Pairing Tip: Ask sommeliers for their favorite local pairings. Chianti Superiore pairs beautifully with aged pecorino and honey, while Chianti Riserva shines with wild game and aged cheeses.

Dietary & Food Allergy Information

Chianti Lovers Week is inclusive of various dietary needs, but it is important to check details for each event.

Vegetarian and Vegan: Many Tuscan dishes are naturally vegetarian, such as ribollita, pappa al pomodoro, and vegetable-based antipasti. Vegan options are increasingly available, especially at street food stalls and modern restaurants. Chianti DOCG itself is suitable for vegans, as it is made from grapes without animal products, though some wineries use animal-based fining agents. Ask producers directly during tastings if you have specific concerns.

Gluten-Free: Gluten-free options are available at many venues. Schiacciata and bread-based dishes contain gluten, but many restaurants offer gluten-free pasta and bread on request. Street food stalls at the closing party typically label allergens. Tuscan cured meats and cheeses are naturally gluten-free.

Nut Allergies and Other Allergies: Tuscan cuisine uses nuts in some desserts like cantucci with almonds. Always inform restaurant staff of allergies. Wine itself does not contain nuts, but food pairings may. The organizers and participating venues are generally knowledgeable and can provide ingredient lists.

General Advice: For events involving food, it is recommended to contact venues in advance or check the official program notes for allergen information. The Consorzio staff at main events can direct you to suitable options.

Informacje o biletach

Ticketing for Chianti Lovers Week is managed through the official website and varies by event type. The model combines free access, low-cost tastings and premium experiences.

General Access: Many widespread events, including tasting dinners, themed aperitifs, shopping nights and the final closing party, are open to the public with free or low-cost entry. Some events include free tastings of Chianti D.O.C.G. wines.

Typical Pricing from Previous Editions Converted to USD:

• Single Museum + Tasting Events: Previous single tickets cost 10.00 EUR and included a free tour of the museum, wine tastings with producers inside the halls, plus guided tours by reservation. Converted price is approximately $10.85 USD.
• Closing Party at Manifattura Tabacchi: Admission includes a custom Chianti Lovers wine glass and branded glass holder pouch to enjoy free tastings. Tickets are typically priced from $16.00 to $27.00 USD depending on early bird and standard pricing.
• Guided Tastings with Producers: Small-group tastings in wine shops and restaurants are typically priced from $11.00 to $22.00 USD per person.
• Cellar Visits and Trekking Experiences: Winery tours with tastings are often priced from $27.00 to $55.00 USD per person, including multiple wines and local food pairings.
• Private Tours: Chianti Lovers Private Tour with 2 wineries and lunch from Florence is priced from $398.00 USD per group or from $112.14 USD to $518.79 USD per person depending on group size and inclusions. Small groups are limited to 8 to 12 people.

Full details and purchase links are available at https://chiantiloversweek.it/. Early booking is recommended for the closing party and for limited-capacity experiences like Wine & Cinema Experience and guided tours of extraordinary sites.

Oficjalne informacje o wydarzeniu

Oficjalna strona internetowa: https://chiantiloversweek.it/

Organizer: Consorzio Vino Chianti

Contact Phone: +39 055 333600

Contact Email: digital@consorziovinochianti.it

Social Media: Find the full program and purchase tickets online via the official website. The event is also promoted through the DoctorWine and Manifattura Tabacchi channels.

Philosophy: With Chianti Lovers Week we want to tell the story of our wine in a new way, leaving institutional contexts to meet people in the places of their daily lives. It is a celebration and also an act of trust in the vitality of our territory, in a wine culture that knows how to evolve without losing its roots.

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