Lo gradireste un goccio di Vin Santo? (Would you like a drop of Vin Santo?)

Vin Santo is a fortified wine typical of the Tuscan tradition, produced from grapes left to dry after harvesting and normally consumed at the end of meals. In Montefollonico, a jewel village in the territory of Torrita di Siena, on the border between Valdichiana and Val d'Orcia, this production and its most convivial spirit are celebrated with an event entirely dedicated to it.

From Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December, in the streets of the historic center, a three-day event will be held, made up of guided and itinerant tastings, a market of typical local products, experiences in contact with the nature that surrounds the ancient castle of Montefollonico and fun activities for children.

Program

Friday, December 4th
6:30 PM – Opening of the photography exhibition in memory of Celeste Nisi
8:00 PM – Gala Dinner at La Chiusa Tuscany restaurant (reservation required)

Saturday, December 5th
10:30 AM – Opening ceremony of the 21st edition of Would You Care for a Sip of Vin Santo?, featuring a performance by the young members of the Torrita di Siena Flag Throwers and Drummers Group.
10:30 AM – Opening of the zero-mile local produce market.
12:30 PM – Opening of the food area. Traditional Tuscan lunch at Teatro Bruno Vitolo.
3:00 PM – Opening of the amateur Vin Santo tasting.
3:00 PM – Traditional folk songs and dances performed by the Il Bucchero theatre group.
4:00 PM – Presentation of the photography workshop through the streets of the “Village of Vin Santo”.
5:00 PM – Vin Santo and Cigar Tasting, organised by the Maledetto Toscano Club (reservation required).
6:00 PM – Presentation of the National Centre for Meditation Wines (Centro Nazionale dei Vini Passiti da Meditazione) project at Palazzo Pretorio.
7:00 PM – Opening of the food area. Traditional Tuscan dinner at Teatro Bruno Vitolo, followed by live music and cocktails by Bar Sport.

Sunday, December 6th
9:00 AM – Guided walk along the Vin Santo Trail, organised by ASD Montanina.
10:30 AM – Opening of the zero-mile local produce market.
11:00 AM – Barrel Rolling Competition: a fun challenge for children.
12:00 PM – Vin Santo and Cigar Tasting, organised by the Maledetto Toscano Club (reservation required).
12:30 PM – Opening of the food area. Traditional Tuscan lunch at Teatro Bruno Vitolo.
3:00 PM – Opening of the amateur Vin Santo tasting.
3:00 PM – Performance by the G. Monaco Philharmonic Band, “La Samba”.
4:00 PM – Awards Ceremony for the winners of the 21st Would You Care for a Sip of Vin Santo? Competition.
5:00 PM – Tasting of traditional Tuscan chicken liver crostini paired with Vin Santo (reservation required).
7:00 PM – Opening of the food area. Traditional Tuscan dinner at Teatro Bruno Vitolo with live musical entertainment.