Vendemmiata Romana at Botanic Garden in Rome.

Rome's Botanic Gardens will celebrate the traditional grape harvest by staging a 'Vendemmiata Romana' with wine tastings from 14-15 September.

The two-day event is dedicated to the world of wine, vineyards, grapes and winemakers, with a programme of workshops, seminars and demonstrations, for all ages.

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Organisers say the Vendemmiata Romana will celebrate the fruits of more than 150 native Italian vines - planted in the Italian vineyard in 2018 - with selected producers on hand to offer wine tastings.

Due to the small number of grapes involved, the harvest is described as "symbolic", with the event designed to conjure up the Vinalia rustica which in ancient Roman times was held on 19 August, before the harvest and grape-pressing.

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The 2024 programme includes themed workshops for adults and children, folk dances, guided tours and wine tastings. There will also be street food (not included in the €10 entrance ticket).

For programme details and visiting information see website.