Open Cellars in St. Martin 2025

Cantine Aperte A San Martino 2025: the celebration of new wine by the Wine Tourism Movement

On the occasion of the traditional festival of new wine, the usual and long-awaited event of
Open Cellars in San Martino
, edition
2025.
During the eleven days scheduled in the program(from Nov. 1 to
Nov. 11
), the participating wineries will offer all wine tourists, many experiences that will allow them to immerse themselves in the traditions, scents and flavors typical of the period of the end of the harvest.

Producers and enthusiasts alike will be able to celebrate new wine throughout the Boot on these days, toasting with young glasses from each region, with fresh and fruity notes, appreciating its harmony and smoothness of taste.

During Open Cellars in San Martino, wineries open their doors to visitors. Guided tastings from the vat to the barrel, experiential routes, autumn flavors, visits, meetings with producers and much more: this is what the wineries of the Wine Tourism Movement have prepared for this unmissable occasion and for all those who would like to embark on this journey, discovering wines that can tell the story of the territory and traditions of the entire peninsula.

The events are dedicated to all enthusiasts, both young and old: here they will be able to experience the magical atmosphere of autumn colors, made even more evocative by the special traditional settings and illuminations, specially recreated inside MTV member companies for this occasion.

Open Cellars on St. Martin’s Day is one of the best occasions of the year to:

• understand up close how wine is made, walk among the rows of vines and see the wineries at work;
• Taste freshly made new wines and compare them with those of previous vintages;
• share convivial moments, accompanied by local flavors such as olives, chestnuts, new oil;
• dialogue with producers, ask questions, learn about the stories behind the bottles;
• Buy wines directly from the winery, often with special offers.

What to expect, where and when

• Dates: Nov. 1 to 11 (varies by region)
• Typical hours: many wineries open from mornings until afternoons, with tastings covering entire days (specific hours managed by each winery)
• Participants: the event is aimed at wine enthusiasts, wine lovers, the curious and anyone who wants to experience wine
• Venues: member wineries of the Wine Tourism Movement in various regions will open their facilities and grounds for tours and tastings.

Useful info & practical tips

• Check the details of participating wineries in your area via the official website
  Wine Tourism Movement – Open Cellars San Martino
  
• Mandatory Reservation in many companies
• Free or paid tastings at the discretion of the wineries
• In some regions, the event includes Lunches/Dinners with the Winemaker: typical menus, often paired with the new wines