The Black Rooster returns! The winemakers of Radda take center stage at the Chianti Classico Collection 2026 as Florence is preparing to be tinted red with Sangiovese.

06 Feb The Black Rooster returns! The winemakers of Radda take center stage at the Chianti Classico Collection 2026 as Florence is preparing to be tinted red with Sangiovese.

On February 16th and 17th, the Stazione Leopolda will host the industry’s most anticipated event: the Chianti Classico Collection.

This year, there is great excitement as we celebrate the new vintages on the market and the extraordinary quality that the Radda in Chianti region continues to deliver. Characterized by their high altitude and unmistakable freshness, the wines from our hills represent the most authentic expression of the appellation.

Inside the historic Stazione Leopolda, you can preview the newest vintages from our producers: from the pure nature of the Annata to the complexity of the Riserva, and the excellence of the Gran Selezione.
Come to visit us in person and take this opportunity to discover how the Radda microclimate has interpreted the recent seasons, yielding wines of extraordinary elegance and aging potential.

The Radda producers present at the Chianti Classico Collection 2026:
Arillo in Terrabianca, Borgo la Stella, Borgo Salcetino, Brancaia, Caparsa, Castello di Albola, Castello di Monterinaldi, Castello di Radda, Castello di Volpaia, Castelvecchi, Colle Bereto, Cortedomina, Fattoria di Montemaggio, Istine, L’Erta di Radda, Podere Capaccia, Podere Ferrale, Podere Terreno, Poggerino, Pruneto, Tenuta di Carleone, Tenute Selvolini, and Val delle Corti.

Immerse yourself in the world of Gallo Nero on February 16th and 17th at the Stazione Leopolda in Florence.

On February 17, the event opens its doors to the public, offering the opportunity to meet over 200 Chianti Classico producers. Guided tours of the wineries and in-depth discussions are also available for all enthusiasts.
Reservations are available at this link: https://chianticlassico.vivaticket.it/index.php?nvpg[sell]&cmd=prices&pcode=13246405&tcode=vt0004697

Admission: €30, with a reduced price of €15 for members of industry associations (AIES, AIS, ARS, ASPI, ASSOSOMMELIER, ENOCLUB SIENA, FISAR, FIS, ONAV, SLOW FOOD) and university students. Don’t miss the opportunity to savor the new Chianti Classico wines in an extraordinary setting!

Opening hours: February 17th, 10:00 am to 7:00 pm (last admission 6:00 pm).