For three days Sanremo will become the capital of Italian wine, thanks to the first edition of Calicis, the major new event devoted to the world of oenology, which will take place from 21 to 23 October in the fabulous setting of Villa Ormond, a noble residence built in the late 19th century, overlooking the Ligurian sea and surrounded by one of the most beautiful gardens in the City of Flowers.

A cultural and sensory journey “Into the Wine” is the theme of this eagerly-awaited debut. A journey through vineyards and wineries, among words, aromas and labels that shift between past and present.

On the agenda are tastings, masterclasses, talks and case histories to unpack even the most unusual aspects of Italian wine-making, with a particular emphasis on its relationship with the various regions and their distinctive features.

An immersive excursus that will cover the whole of Italy: from grapes ripened by the Sicilian sun to the terraces of heroic viticulture in the north, via the bastions of wine production such as Tuscany, Veneto and Piedmont.

Sustainability, the relationship between wine, tourism and territory and, not least, art, alongside the market and its prospects, are just a few of the topics under discussion, involving the public, experts, journalists, opinion leaders and wine bloggers.

A flavour-packed experience to explore one of the planet’s most loved and celebrated wine cultures. One of the many Made in Italy products that are the envy of the world.