Italian Wine Tasting in Chiang Mai: Italian Night at lumi, AMANOR Hotel Chiang Mai

Italian wine tasting in Chiang Mai takes on a distinctly Southern Italian character this August as lumi Restaurant at AMANOR Hotel Chiang Mai presents Italian Night: An Evening of Wine on Friday, 28 August 2026.

Presented in collaboration with IWS Thailand, the one-night event invites guests to explore five carefully selected Italian wines from Sicily, Puglia and Basilicata, accompanied by Italian-inspired savoury canapés prepared by the culinary team at lumi.

From the indigenous grapes of Sicily to wines grown in the volcanic soils of Basilicata, the evening is designed as an approachable journey through the flavours, landscapes and winemaking traditions of Southern Italy.
 

A Journey Through Southern Italy at lumi Restaurant

From 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, guests will experience five distinctive wines representing three of Italy's celebrated southern wine regions.

A wine specialist will guide guests through the evening, sharing the origins, characteristics and stories behind each bottle while introducing the different grape varieties and terroirs that shape Southern Italian wine.

Each selection will be complemented by Italian-inspired savoury canapés, creating a relaxed tasting experience in the intimate surroundings of lumi Restaurant at AMANOR Hotel Chiang Mai.
 

Five Italian Wines, Three Distinctive Regions

Planeta La Segreta Grillo – Sicilia DOC, 2023

The evening begins in Sicily with Planeta La Segreta Grillo, produced from one of the island's indigenous grape varieties.

Planeta's family history in Sicilian agriculture dates back generations, while the Planeta brand was ranked No. 38 in The World's Most Admired Wine Brands 2026.

The wine brings notes of citrus and green apple, complemented by herbal nuances and a fresh saline finish.
 

Planeta Rosé – Sicilia DOC, 2023

The journey through Sicily continues with Planeta Rosé, made from Nero d'Avola and Syrah.

Light and approachable, the rosé offers floral aromas alongside strawberry and red currant, finished with subtle mineral notes.
 

I Muri Negroamaro – Puglia IGP, 2023

Moving east to Puglia, I Muri Negroamaro takes its name from the traditional stone walls surrounding vineyards across the region.

Produced from Negroamaro, one of Southern Italy's characteristic red grape varieties, the wine offers dark berry flavours with a smooth texture and gentle warmth.
 

Pipoli Aglianico del Vulture – Aglianico del Vulture DOC, 2021

From Basilicata comes one of the evening's most structured wines.

Pipoli Aglianico del Vulture is produced from grapes cultivated on the volcanic slopes surrounding Monte Vulture. The area's mineral-rich volcanic soils contribute to the distinctive character associated with Aglianico del Vulture wines.

Expect dark fruit, leather and spice, with greater depth and structure as the tasting progresses.
 

Coppi Siniscalco Primitivo – Puglia IGP, 2020

The final wine returns to Puglia with Coppi Siniscalco Primitivo.

Produced from Primitivo, a grape genetically linked to California's Zinfandel, the wine brings flavours of black plum and sweet spice with a rich, generous finish.

It provides a fitting conclusion to a tasting that travels across three of Southern Italy's most distinctive wine-producing regions.
 

More Than a Wine Tasting in Chiang Mai

Italian Night is designed to be more than a traditional tasting.

By combining wine, food and storytelling, lumi Restaurant offers guests an opportunity to discover the diversity of Italian wine in an informal yet refined setting.

The event forms part of AMANOR Hotel Chiang Mai's continued focus on creating distinctive culinary experiences in the heart of Nimman, bringing international flavours and collaborations to Chiang Mai's evolving dining scene.

For Unicorn Hospitality, experiences such as Italian Night also reflect a broader approach to independent hotel management — creating events that connect hotels with their local communities while giving both residents and travellers new reasons to experience the destination.
 

Italian Night at lumi – Event Details

Italian Night: An Evening of Wine

• Date : Friday, 28 August 2026
• Time : 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
• Venue : lumi Restaurant, AMANOR Hotel Chiang Mai
• Price : THB 990 net per person

The experience includes five Italian wine selections presented in collaboration with IWS Thailand alongside Italian-inspired savoury canapés.

The event is available exclusively to guests aged 20 years and above.

Seats are limited and advance reservations are recommended.
 

Reservations:

• Tel : +66 53-216-219
• LINE Official : @amanorhotelcm

Buona serata — an evening of Southern Italian wine, food and conversation awaits at lumi Restaurant in Chiang Mai.