March 8 and 9: two days of flavors and tastings to discover Franciacorta.

Castello Bonomi , the Franciacorta winery of the Paladin family, will also host the Spring Festival this year on the weekend of March 8th and 9th starting at 11:30 am , for a unique food and wine experience that combines bubbles and cuisine. During the event, the public will be able to discover how the Metodo Classico is born and the distinctive elements of Franciacorta signed Castello Bonomi, starting from the unique microclimate and the presence of Monte Orfano, a true treasure chest of biodiversity. In addition to offering a tour of the cellar and vineyards, the company will organize a lunch where Franciacorta will be paired with the entire meal.

The menu will consist of three courses : to open, Parma ham, vegetable omelette and giardiniera all’agro will meet Franciacorta Extra Brut CruPerdu Grande Annata 2016 Millesimato Magnum, followed by Franciacorta Risotto paired with Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero 2016 Millesimato Magnum and, last but not least, wild berry tart.

One of the main features of Castello Bonomi is producing long-lived Franciacortas that defy time . After many months of aging, wines with unrepeatable characteristics are obtained, determined by the right acidity and flavor. Lunch will be a unique tasting experience, whose undisputed protagonist will be the 2016 vintage.

Castello Bonomi is located on the slopes of Monte Orfano, 275 meters above sea level, in the municipality of Coccaglio (BS). Surrounded by a centuries-old park, the vineyards develop in terraces contained by dry stone walls dating back to the mid-nineteenth century.

Celebrating the beginning of spring will thus become an opportunity to visit this unmissable place.

From 12 to 26 April, a journey through rites and senses, around a wine with an ancient soul: the fifteenth edition of DiVinNosiola returns to celebrate the territory and native excellences.

All set for DiVinNosiola, the event that celebrates the Valle dei Laghi through its history, its flavors and its flagship: Nosiola, the only native white grape variety of Trentino. Awaiting visitors is a rich program of culture, guided tastings, trekking in nature and, for the first time, an original train tour among the cellars: to discover the uniqueness of Vino Santo Trentino DOC, a Slow Food presidium, and Vino Nosiola.

The air is filled with the sweetness of raisins, which offer a taste of the inebriating flavors of this territory, and which is soon followed by the aromatic notes of Vino Santo, the undisputed protagonist of the celebratory event of the food and wine jewels of the Valle dei Laghi. DiVinNosiola returns full of novelties with its fifteenth edition, from April 12 to 26: a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in an ancient wine-growing and wine-making tradition made of patient gestures and knowledge handed down, where each bottle contains the breath of the earth and the slow time of transformation.

An enchanting territory nestled between Lake Garda and Trento, north of the Sarche area, an ancient bed of the Adige River and today a natural oasis where the turquoise of the lakes embraces the green of the lush orchards and vineyards, the Valle dei Laghi is the evocative backdrop to an event dedicated to its identity so intimately linked to the production of two types of Nosiola winemaking, the only historic-native white grape variety in Trentino. These are the fresh and delicate Vino Nosiola, with an elegantly fruity aroma reminiscent of freshly picked hazelnuts, and the prized Vino Santo Trentino DOC, a Slow Food presidium, which stands out for its elegance and aromatic complexity with its refined sweet notes of honey, apricot and spices. An authentic meditation wine, the latter is also known as the “passito of passiti”, thanks to its long and meticulous production process. The Nosiola grapes are left to dry naturally for months on racks, called aréle in the local dialect, caressed by the constant blowing of the wind that descends from the Brenta Dolomites and the “Ora del Garda”, the gentle breeze that crosses the Valle dei Laghi from Lake Garda. What makes it unique is the development of noble molds inside the bunches, which favor an extraordinary sugar concentration, giving the wine an unmistakable flavor.

This cultural heritage is kept alive with determination by the Associazione Vignaioli del Vino Santo Trentino DOC, which brings together six agricultural companies, each of which interprets it with a unique and unmistakable style. There are many events to rediscover it, starting with the unmissable Rito della spremitura, scheduled for Saturday 12 April, a collective event that has brought the community together for time immemorial during Holy Week for the symbolic transition from drying to winemaking. And again, to get to know Vino Santo and Vino Nosiola in depth, unmissable guided tastings such as “Gustodivino” and the masterclass “Passione Passito”, both with the participation of the famous sommelier Giuseppe Carrus of Gambero Rosso. The rich program also includes: a new carriage itinerary aboard the Nosiola Express, the Vino Santo Train with new visits to the cellars in the company of the winemakers, embellished with the delicacies prepared by the chefs of the Slow Food Alliance; moments dedicated to art, entertainment and music, and pleasant wine tourism excursions, including exclusive trekking dedicated to biodiversity with foraging activities, to discover the most suggestive corners of the territory among castles, lakes, meadows and vineyards.

THE PROGRAM IN DETAIL

TASTINGS

From the Rite of Squeezing to the Table: Tastings That Tell a Story of Excellence

The inauguration of this fifteenth edition will be the Rito della Spremitura, which will take place at the Azienda Agricola F.lli Pisoni in Pergolese, on Saturday 12 April, in collaboration with the Confraternita della Vite e del Vino. An extraordinary opportunity to meet that tells of collective traditions and shared flavours that allows you to witness the ritual passage from the drying to the vinification of Vino Santo, the fruit of work, time and dedication, as well as a precious symbol of the territory.

On Thursday 17th, at Palazzo Roccabruna in Trento, the Masterclass “From Nosiola to Vino Santo” will be held, with Aurora Endrici, an expert in wine communication. The Enoteca provinciale del Trentino will host participants so they can discover the many variations of the white grape variety Nosiola and Vino Santo Trentino DOC. Three vintages of Vino Santo and three Nosiola will be paired, during the tasting, with typical Trentino products, to fully savor this territory.

On Thursday 24th, at the Giovanni Poli farm in S.Massenza, in the company of sommelier Giuseppe Carrus of Gambero Rosso and vice-curator of the Vini d’Italia guide, the Masterclass “Passione Passito” will be held, a fascinating journey through the history, aromas and flavours of Vino Santo Trentino, in which to taste six historic vintages of this delicacy – one for each winery that produces it -; and “Gustodivino”, a signature food and wine journey through Nosiola wines, Vino Santo and Trentino cuisine creatively interpreted by chef Walter Miori. In an informal and friendly atmosphere, open to both connoisseurs and the curious, the winemakers will offer a new taste experience, recounting the versatility of the native Nosiola.

The GroundUP Festival of Miami arrives in Alberobello the first European edition of the festival conceived by Snarky Puppy from 26 to 28 June 2025 among the world heritage trulli of Alberobello candidate for Italian Capital of Culture 2027.

Three days of music and interactive meetings, three stages, seven concerts a day, workshops with international artists from all over the world in a climate of sharing and Community.

Limited quantities of VIP passes are available, offering access to all events and activities for the three days. On sale now at Ticketone and Ticketmaster.

For the first time in its history, the GroundUP Music Festival in Miami (defined by the New York Times as ‘ one of the 10 best music events of the decade ‘) crosses the ocean and lands in Alberobello, as the destination for its European debut, a candidate for Italian Capital of Culture 2027 with the PIETRAMADRE project, as well as being a UNESCO City since 1996 for its famous and ancient trulli, stone structures of inestimable architectural value.

The GroundUP Music Festival, produced by Bass Culture and TEMA (The European Music Agency) with the artistic direction of Michal League and Snarky Puppy , will animate Alberobello for three days with music, art and interaction. Three stages set up in the squares of the historic center (easily reachable on foot) to create a vibrant atmosphere of concerts, workshops and interactive experiences, faithful to the formula that has made the Miami edition of the GroundUp Music Festival unique in its kind for the last eight years.

The main stage, in the Villa Comunale , the beating heart of the festival, will host three concerts for each evening: Snarky Puppy (an American band led by Michael League , a 5-time Grammy Award winner) with the participation of some of the most ‘special’ Italian musicians, and two other shows by international artists. What makes GroundUP Music Festival a unique musical event is the interaction with the public. ‘ For this reason – explains Valeria Sabatelli , Councilor for Culture – we will have two additional stages (Aia Piccola and Trullo Sovrano) for prime time concerts, each of which will host a different artist for each day with exclusive shows for VIP subscribers , who will have access to the interactive experiences (chats, interviews, workshops, masterclasses) that have made GroundUP the unique festival in the world for the last 10 years. The immersive experience can last up to 13 hours a day’.

Mayor Francesco De Carlo added ‘ as already demonstrated during international events such as the Dolce & Gabbana Haute Couture fashion show in 2023, the G7 in 2024, the first Italian start of the Giro d’Italia in May this year, the candidacy for Italian Capital of Culture 2027 , Alberobello continues to earn its primacy in the international panorama as an innovative start-up of a vast and varied territory, a cultural activator and attractor and an emerging point of reference for the education of new generations’.

THE GREAT ANNUAL TASTING OF THE HIGHEST PIEDMONT BUBBLES WILL BE HELD AT LA CENTRALE DI NUVOLA LAVAZZA IN TURIN, MONDAY 10 MARCH 2025.

There will be 82 producers , with more than 180 cuvées up for tasting, the protagonists of the 2025 edition of La Prima dell’Alta Langa , the annual tasting of all the cuvées of the members of the Alta Langa Consortium dedicated to wine professionals, buyers, HORECA operators and the sector press, which will be held at La Centrale di Nuvola Lavazza in Turin on Monday 10 March, from 9:30 to 17:30 in via Ancona 11/A .

Promoted by the Alta Langa Consortium and now in its seventh edition , La Prima dell’Alta Langa is a unique opportunity to taste the vintages of the Alte Bollicine Piemontesi currently on the market, celebrating the meeting between producers, operators in the sector and journalists.

On this occasion, at 10:30 , in the conference room on the first floor, the proclamation of Alta Langa DOCG as Piedmontese Wine of the Year for 2025 will be officially announced by the Councilor for Trade, Agriculture and Food, Hunting and Fishing, Parks of the Piedmont Region, Paolo Bongioanni .

Participation – Participation in the event is reserved for professional operators and is free, upon registration.

Information: eventi@altalangadocg.com

The producers present at La Prima dell’Alta Langa 2025 will be: Abrigo Fratelli, Agricola Brandini, Agricola TT, Anna Maria Abbona, Araldica Il Cascinone, Banfi, Bel Colle, Beppe Marino, Bera, Borgo Maragliano, Bosca, Bricco Maiolica, Ca’ Bianca, Alice Bel Colle Winery, Clavesana Winery, Vallebelbo Winery, Vinchio Vaglio Winery, CarlindePaolo, Casa E. di Mirafiore, Cascina Bretta Rossa, Cascina Cerutti, Cascina Fonda, Cascina Galletto, Cavallero, Cerrino, Cerutti, Colombo, Contratto, Coppo, Cortino, Cuvage, Daffara & Grasso, Deltetto, Enrico Serafino, Ettore Germano, Ferraris Agricola, Fontanabianca, Fontanafredda, Grimaldi Brothers, Gallo, Gancia, Garesio, Ghione, Giulio Cocchi, Isolabella della Croce, Ivaldi, La Fusina, The Tower of Castel Rocchero, LHV Avezza, Marcalberto, Marco Capra, Mario Giribaldi, Marziano Abbona, Massimo Rivetti, Matteo Correggia, Mauro Sebaste, Michele Mascarello & Sons, Monsignor, Paolo Berutti, Pasquale Pelissero, Pecchenino, Pianbello, Piazzo Comm. Armando, Gagliassi Farm, Colla Farms, Vaiot Farms, Rapalino Brothers, Rizzi, Roberto Garbarino, Roccasanta, San Biagio, San Silvestro, Sara Vezza, Carretta Estate, Il Falchetto Estate, Langasco Estate, Rocca Estate, Santa Maria del Garino Estate, Terrabianca, Barolo Lands, Tosti1820, Cultivated Vines.

Alta Langa DOCG Piedmontese Wine of the Year 2025 for the Piedmont Region – Alta Langa DOCG has been chosen by the Piedmont Region as Wine of the Year 2025 and will represent the Region during the main institutional events. The official announcement will be given at the press conference that will be held as part of the event La Prima dell’Alta Langa, at 10:30 (access by invitation) . The president of the Alta Langa Consortium Mariacristina Castelletta and the director Paolo Rossino will be present, together with the councilor Paolo Bongioanni .

Seminars – Two seminars for 30 people each will be organized during the event to delve deeper into the history and characteristics of the denomination.

Wine historians Pierstefano Berta and Giusi Mainardi will talk about the origins and development of the oldest classic method in Italy from 12:00 to 13:00; while the doctor of Natural Sciences and geology expert Edmondo Bonelli will talk about the soils of the Alta Langa from 16:00 to 17:00. Given the limited number of places, reservations will be accepted in order of arrival at the accreditation desk , during the event.

The partners – The partners of this edition will be Crudo di Cuneo DOP, Roccaverano DOP, Il Pane Caldo del Mattino, S.Bernardo and AIS Piemonte.

La Centrale, Nuvola Lavazza – The setting for this edition of La Prima dell’Alta Langa will be La Centrale, at Nuvola Lavazza in Turin: a place that combines design and history. On March 10, the Lavazza Museum will also have an extraordinary opening, from 11:30 to 18:00.

Located inside Nuvola Lavazza, the Group’s headquarters, the Lavazza Museum is an innovative corporate museum that allows you to embark on a sensory journey into the global culture of coffee, intertwining the story of the company with the story of the Lavazza family, with the history of Turin, and the Italian industrial history of the 20th century, to the point of broadening your gaze to the world. An interactive cup of coffee, a rich multimedia system and evocative texts accompany visitors and allow for a personalized and immersive experience. The Museum is organized into five rooms: Casa Lavazza summarizes 130 years of history, La Fabbrica focuses on coffee production, La Piazza celebrates the ritual, L’Atelier recounts the company’s creative collaborations and L’Universo invites you to find your place in the Lavazza experience.