Open Cellars: May 24-25th

The Pin&Là event was born from the desire of two Euganean producers to bring Pinella back into the spotlight — a native variety now scarcely cultivated, but once a key player in the winemaking tradition of the Euganean Hills. During the event, guests will have the opportunity to taste different interpretations of this grape, shaped by diverse soils, climates and winemaking styles.

The Pinella grape

Pinella is a white grape variety believed to have originated in the southern Dalmatian islands, with records of its presence in the Euganean Hills dating back to the 14th century. Over the centuries it has experienced periods of popularity and decline, until renewed interest in the early 2000s as part of a project to recover ancient native varieties. In the 1970s and 1980s, it was mainly used in blends to lend freshness, but in the last 15 years, intriguing single-varietal expressions have started to emerge. The great soil and climate diversity of the Euganean Hills allows the variety to show different nuances, always with a strong varietal character. Pinella is known for its high acidity, delicate floral and fruity notes and late ripening, which enables it to reach balance even in the hottest and driest vintages. Thanks to its natural freshness, Pinella proves to be a particularly suitable variety in the face of current climate challenges.

Two immersive days await, with walk-around tastings and guided sessions, to explore the identity and potential of the Pinella grape, both in the Euganean Hills and the Vipava Valley.

Two sessions for one grape variety: during Open Cellars, we invite you to a guided tasting, hosted at both wineries. A journey through 9 wines—both sparkling and still—to discover the origins, nuances and varied expressions of the Pinella grape, from the Euganean Hills to the Vipava Valley.

The tasting will be the same at both wineries, at the following times:

• Friday, May 23rd at 8:30 PM – Guided tasting “Pinella among soils, climates and interpreters” at Reassi, Carbonara di Rovolon (PD)
• Saturday, May 24th at 4:30 PM – Guided tasting “Pinella among soils, climates and interpreters” at Ca’ Lustra, Faedo di Cinto Euganeo (PD)

€ 35,00 per person.

Tasting will be accompanied by bread and breadsticks.

Limited seats available – reservation is required.

The wine tastings will be held in Italian language.

On May 24th and 25th, Reassi and Ca’ Lustra wineries welcome you for two days of celebration! From 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, enjoy open cellar doors with tasting stations, winery tours and thematic insights.

Saturday, May 24th takes place at Reassi; on Sunday, May 25th, the event moves to Ca’ Lustra.

Throughout both days, wines will be accompanied by food offerings curated by La Bisiola of Ceneselli (RO).

USEFUL INFORMATION

When and where

• Saturday, May 24th: "Pin&Là: a bridge between Italy and Slovenia" at Reassi, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM > Book now
• Sunday, May 25th: "Pin&Là: a bridge between Italy and Slovenia" at Ca’ Lustra, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM > Book now

Tasting corners

The program will be the same on both days, featuring three tasting corners:

• Ca’ Lustra – a selection of wines including historic labels and different interpretations of Pinella – some already known, others unveiled for the first time.
• Reassi – a selection of wines including historic labels and different interpretations of Pinella – some already known, others unveiled for the first time.
• Pinela – a special corner dedicated to Slovenian expressions of Pinela (as it is called in the Vipava Valley), featuring both still and sparkling white wines.

Entry ticket

• Entry ticket includes a tasting pouch, glass and 5 coupons to use for any 5 wine tastings of your choice.
• Price: €15.00 with online presale; €18.00 on site.
• Additional tasting coupons available on site at €2.00 each.

Guided tours

Both wineries will offer guided tours:

• Saturday, May 24 at Reassi: tours at 11:30 AM and 4:30 PM
• Sunday, May 25 at Ca’ Lustra: ongoing tours throughout the day

Food proposals

Food proposals by La Bisiola—a farm from Ceneselli (RO) specialized in artisanal meats and cured products—will be available for purchase on-site.

Menu:

• Skewers of Black Angus, pork and chicken
• Black Angus meatballs
• Vegetable skewer (eggplant, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper) – VEG
• Meatless balls with peas, potatoes and chickpeas – VEG
• Artisan cured meats (salami, porchetta, pancetta) and cheeses (cow’s and sheep's milk) with pinza
• Cheese plate with fruit mustards and pinza
• Focaccia with porchetta, smoked cheese, onion and spinach
• Focaccia with roast beef, arugula and parmesan
• Vegetarian focaccia: smoked cheese, chickpea hummus, grilled eggplant, sun-dried tomatoes, arugula
• Vegan focaccia: chickpea hummus, grilled eggplant, sun-dried tomatoes, arugula
• Jar desserts
• Artisan bisquits

The event will take place even in case of bad weather.