Le Notti del Vino in Montepulciano

Every Friday in July, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., there is a new way to experience summer in Montepulciano’s wineries with Le Notti del Vino.

A calendar of outdoor events to enjoy in the cool of the evening at Montepulciano’s wineries. Wine tastings, Chianina beef and an informal atmosphere to share with others, among the vineyards at sunset.

How does it work?

• Book online
• Pay the entrance ticket at the winery: €10 per person, which includes a glass, glass holder and the first wine tasting
• If you already have the event glass, the entrance ticket is €7
• Enjoy grilled Chianina beef prepared by Amici della Chianina, or ask for a vegetarian option
• Taste the winery’s wines, available both by the glass and by the bottle

The calendar of the evenings

Friday, 3 July
Palazzo Vecchio

Chianina Pairing: Sliced Chianina beef steak, curly lettuce, bean salad with extra virgin olive oil, Tropea red onion, and balsamic vinegar reduction.

Vegetarian Option: Ricotta quenelle with thyme and lemon and orange zest, flat peach, Granny Smith apple, bean salad with extra virgin olive oil, Tropea red onion, buffalo mozzarella pearls, cherry datterino tomatoes and basil, selection of Pecorino cheeses served with acacia honey.

Price: €18.

Friday, 10 July
Icario

Chianina Pairing: Chianina beef skewers prepared in two different styles, skewer of marinated and grilled seasonal vegetables, served with bread and extra virgin olive oil.

Vegetarian Option: Skewer of marinated and grilled seasonal vegetables, served with bread and extra virgin olive oil, buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomato and basil skewer, and Pecorino cheese skewer with acacia honey.

Price: €15.

Friday, 17 July
Fattoria del Cerro

Chianina Pairing: Chianina beef carpaccio with fresh aromatic herbs, curly lettuce, ricotta quenelle with thyme and lemon and orange zest, flat peach, and Granny Smith apple.

Vegetarian Option: Ricotta quenelle with thyme and lemon and orange zest, flat peach, Granny Smith apple, bean salad with extra virgin olive oil, Tropea red onion, buffalo mozzarella pearls, datterino tomatoes and basil, selection of Pecorino cheeses served with acacia honey.

Price: €18.

Friday, 24 July
Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano

Chianina Pairing: Hand-cut Chianina beef tartare*, stracciatella cheese, confit cherry tomatoes, blueberries, and a toasted crostino with extra virgin olive oil and Valdichiana Aglione garlic.

Vegetarian Option: Ricotta quenelle with thyme and lemon and orange zest, flat peach, Granny Smith apple, stracciatella cheese, confit cherry tomatoes, blueberries, toasted crostino with extra virgin olive oil and Valdichiana Aglione garlic, buffalo mozzarella pearls with datterino tomatoes and basil, selection of Pecorino cheeses served with acacia honey.

Price: €18

Friday, 31 July
Salcheto

Booking is recommended, as it helps us organize the evening in the best possible way.

Here is the form.

A few clarifications

What if it rains?
Whether the evenings take place depends on the weather conditions at the time.
Updates will be published on the Facebook and Instagram pages of Strada del Vino Nobile di Montepulciano e dei Sapori della Valdichiana Senese.

Do I need to book?
Yes, it is better to book in advance using the booking form. Once the form has been completed, the booking is confirmed. It can be made for several people and helps us organize the evening in the best possible way, ensuring there is enough wine and food for everyone. Booking guarantees entry to the event but not an assigned seat.

Where should I go once I arrive at the winery?
Look for the payment desk, tell us the name used for the booking and purchase your glass.

Can children participate in the event?
Yes, children are welcome. Entry is free and water and drinks suitable for younger guests will also be available.

What if I don’t drink alcohol?
That’s serious, but not too serious!
Come and enjoy the music, the sunset and an evening in good company.

Photo credits: Consorzio del Vino Nobile di Montepulciano