What is Festa Italiana?
A grand celebration of all things Italian! The epicenter of Italian culture in the Piedmont is here on Saturday, September 18 and Sunday, September 19 as food vendors, musicians, artists and craftsmen from across the region descend on Chianti in the Carolinas for this annual celebration of Italian culture, food, art, music, and of course, wine. Tickets are $20 per person and include parking, admission to the festival, commemorative Festa Italiana wine glass and a glass of Raffaldini wine. Pre-sale will be available until Thursday, September 15 at 5pm. Day of tickets will be $25 and are available at the gate.
Small Sessions
Immerse Your Experience!
Enjoy the festival atmosphere or join one of our breakout sessions on the Fattoria deck featuring in depth discussions with Jay Raffaldini and our team on winemaking, vineyard, and more!
Small Sessions:
The small sessions at the locations listed below (limited to 50 seats – first come first serve) will be as follows:
SATURDAY:
12:00 pm – 12:50 pm - The Vineyards of Raffaldini
Join Jason Krug, Vineyard Manager and owner Jay Raffaldini to learn about Raffaldini history, the vineyard and this year’s harvest while walking in the vines.
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm - Winemaking Raffaldini style
Join Raffaldini winemaker Chris Nelson for an informative and fun session on winemaking and this year’s wine.
SUNDAY:
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm – The Vineyards of Raffaldini
Join owner Jay Raffaldini to learn about about Raffaldini history, the vineyard and this year’s harvest while walking in the vines.
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm - Winemaking Raffaldini style
Join Raffaldini winemaker Chris Nelson for an informative and fun session on winemaking and this year’s wine.
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