From 12 to 14 December 2026, Taurasi will host the first edition of "Benvenuto Taurasi," three days dedicated to the presentation of the new vintages of Taurasi and Taurasi Riserva. The Castello Marchionale will serve as the central venue, with activities also taking place in the historic center of Taurasi.
The programme combines institutional moments, tastings, in-depth discussions and food proposals. It is addressed both to trade operators — including journalists, buyers, restaurateurs, sommeliers and wine retailers — and to members of the public interested in wine culture.
The inauguration of the Enoteca Regionale del Taurasi D.O.C.G.
The central moment of the event will be the inauguration of the Enoteca Regionale del Taurasi D.O.C.G.
The setting is the Castello Marchionale, a historic building in the center of Taurasi. According to the territorial listing of the Province of Avellino, the castle has housed the Regional Enoteca on its second floor since 2006, following restoration work. The December event therefore links the presentation of new releases to a permanent reference point for the denomination.
What will be presented: Taurasi and Taurasi Riserva
Taurasi is an Irpinia DOCG based principally on Aglianico. The denomination received DOCG recognition in 1993.
The Riserva category follows stricter ageing rules. It requires at least four years of ageing, including 18 months in barrel, and a minimum alcohol content of 12.5%. For readers tasting at the event, that distinction is practical: Taurasi Riserva bottles presented as new releases will belong to older harvests than the Taurasi bottlings shown alongside them, because of the longer mandatory ageing period.
Who the three days are for
The sources describe a mixed audience rather than a single type of visitor. Trade participants include journalists, buyers, restaurateurs, sommeliers and wine shop owners, while wine-interested visitors are also included in the planned audience.
That mixed scope matters for planning. The acquired sources confirm tastings, discussions and gastronomic initiatives, but do not specify the full timetable, participating producers and speakers, or booking procedures.
Practical note before you go
Detailed timings, the list of participating producers, and access and reservation arrangements are not specified in the sources available for this article. It is also not clarified whether all tastings will be open to the public or whether some sessions will be reserved for operators.
Before travelling, check current information on dates, venues and booking requirements with the organizers, as future event details may change.
