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Explore the Ancient Kvevri Winemaking Tradition at Lobkowicz Winery Roudnice Castle

Experience a unique cultural event featuring kvevri wine tastings, grape pressing, and live music.

Delve into the fascinating world of traditional kvevri winemaking at Lobkowicz Winery in Roudnice Castle. This special event offers visitors an opportunity to learn about the ancient method of fermenting wine in large underground clay vessels. Guests can observe the emptying of these kvevri, participate in grape pressing, and sample distinctive wines crafted through this historic process, all within a celebratory atmosphere enhanced by live music.

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Exhibition summary

This event at the Lobkowicz Winery in Roudnice Castle celebrates the traditional method of wine production using kvevri, large clay vessels buried underground. Visitors can learn about the process, taste kvevri wines, enjoy live music, and participate in activities.

Curatorial context

The Lobkowicz Winery at Roudnice Castle invites guests to an event focused on 'Otevírání kvevri' (Opening of kvevri), a celebration of traditional winemaking. The event, taking place on Saturday, May 16th, from 13:00, will offer an introduction to the ancient method of fermenting and aging wine in kvevri, large earthenware vessels buried in the ground. Visitors will have the opportunity to witness the emptying of these vessels, participate in grape pressing, and taste the unique wines produced using this method. The atmosphere will be enhanced by live music from JK Band and refreshments from Street Buffet Roudnice, with a chance to win wines and vouchers.

Admission and ticket notes

The event is free and open to all. Visitors also receive a 15% discount on the purchase of kvevri wine. While the event itself is free, specific wine tastings or activities might incur costs, but the primary event entry is free.

Otevírání kvevri ve vinici na zámku Roudnice key exhibition facts

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Lobkowicz Palace
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
May 16, 2015 – May 16, 2015
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