Grape and Wine Festival in Filetta: traditions and flavors of the Picentini Mountains

A tribute to the harvest in the heart of the Picentini

From September 11th to 14th, the hamlet of Filetta, in the municipality of San Cipriano Picentino, hosts the historic Grape and Wine Festival. The event is a structured celebration of the territory's rural roots, offering an opportunity to explore the food and wine peculiarities of a mountain area characterized by a solid winemaking tradition.

The village, nestled in the natural landscape of the Picentini Mountains, becomes the stage for a sensory journey that weaves the quality of local products with the historical value of the town center. The event is not limited to simple culinary offerings but aims to preserve and disseminate practices related to grape harvesting and the subsequent processing of must, which are foundational elements of the local historical economy.

Food and wine experiences and local preservation

The program is organized through a series of tasting points located throughout the urban fabric, where it is possible to pair the typical local wines with traditional peasant dishes. Attention is focused on the enhancement of gastronomic excellence, prepared according to handed-down recipes that prioritize the use of locally sourced raw materials.

Beyond the food and wine aspect, the event offers a calendar of musical and cultural entertainment aimed at fostering conviviality. Collective participation in this event represents an important moment of social cohesion and an effective way to promote knowledge of the intangible heritage of San Cipriano Picentino, making the cultural vitality of this specific mountain hamlet accessible to a wide audience.

Information for visitors

Access to the event is free. It is recommended to check the official channels for details on stand opening hours and the schedule of evening shows planned for each of the four days. The organization invites visitors to arrive early to facilitate flow management and ensure optimal enjoyment of all gastronomic booths set up throughout the village.