Lugo’s Pavaglione Hosts “Divine Spirits” Wine Festival

From October 4th to 6th, 2019, wine enthusiasts flocked to Lugo for the Spiriti DiVini festival, held in the stunning Pavaglione. This vibrant event showcased a diverse array of wines, complemented by delectable street food from numerous food trucks. Beyond the extensive wine selection, a dedicated craft beer corner featured four producers and distributors representing both the local region and European sister cities of Lugo. These breweries were carefully curated by Vincenzo Coletta, a certified biersommelier from the prestigious Doemens Academy in Grafelfing, Germany—a leading international institution for beer professionals.

The festival’s schedule included:

**Friday, October 4th:** Opening at 8 PM, followed by a 9 PM lecture at the BCC space: “Barolo and Barbaresco: A Story of Virtuous Coexistence,” presented by Filippo Apollinari, concluding with tastings. Live music by Soul Mundo commenced at 9 PM.

**Saturday, October 5th:** The event opened at 7 PM, featuring a Ferrari Club delegation in Piazza Martiri. The Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) hosted tastings, alongside a Burson vertical tasting (vintages 2009/10/11/12/15) at the Randi space. At 9 PM in the BBC space, Davide Staffa presented his “The Great Book of Rum.” A Silent Party, in collaboration with Baccarat Club, followed at 10 PM.

**Sunday, October 6th:** The festival reopened at noon, with wine cellars opening at 3 PM. Guided tastings by AIS sommelier Gianluca Martini were held at the BCC space. A themed lunch, “Diversi ma Famosi,” was offered at the Randi Cellars by Amici Miei Vinosteria. From 4 PM to 6 PM, the Società di Danza – Circolo di Romagna APSS presented “Ottocento Divino,” showcasing traditional 19th-century and Scottish social dances. At 6 PM, a whisky lecture featuring leading global expert Cav. Valentino Zagatti (“Mister Malto”) was presented by Maurizio Bergonzoni, followed by a whisky tasting at the BCC space.

Ticket information: A tasting kit (glass, bag, and 8 tickets) cost €12 (or €10 in advance).

**Location:** Pavaglione, Piazza 1 Maggio, Lugo.

**Hours:** Friday 8 PM-11 PM; Saturday 7 PM-11 PM; Sunday 12 PM-8 PM.

Advance ticket sales and event reservations: Vineria Rossini, 329-3140439.

*Note: Romagna a Tavola publicized this event but was not the organizer. Contact the organizer for further details.*