Piedmont
Wine + Culture Tour
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Welcome to Piedmont
La Dolce Vigna’s Piedmont Wine + Culture Tour takes you to the heart of the region’s viticulture and gastronomic tradition: the Langhe.
This fog-kissed, undulating landscape just a couple hours south of Turin is the home of two of Italy’s most sought after red wines — Barolo and Barbaresco — the Slow Food movement, a myriad of medieval castles, the elusive white truffle, a proud and hearty cuisine, and, to top it all off, UNESCO recently included the Langhe on their World Heritage List.
Andar per Langa, then — to wander along the region’s ridges — means to lose yourself in the stunning scenery, to savor the land’s rich bounty, to appreciate a slower, more humane pace. It’s all about the journey, my friends.
Piedmont Wine Tour Highlights
Each of our tours is designed to offer an authentic experience, where local traditions meet the pleasure of fine wine and rich heritage.
From renowned wineries to charming villages, we’ll guide you through the people, places, and flavors that make every destination truly unique.
Taste through Piedmont’s world-renowned wines, meeting winemakers and going for vineyard hikes along the way
Hands-on cooking class of classic Piemontese recipes
Visit the charming towns of Barolo, Barbaresco, La Morra, and Alba
Enjoy a tasting at a local Toma cheese farm
Go for a truffle hunt (Autumn dates only)
Experience Alba’s famous Saturday market
Unesco World Heritage Sites in Piedmont
(Starred Sites are on the Piedmont wine tour)
Your extraordinary accommodations in Piedmont
Our home for the entire week is a lovingly-restored castle in the heart of the Langhe region, awarded again and again for its impeccable hospitality.
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Piedmont Tour Details
Double Occupancy: $ 5,800 / Person
Single Occupancy: $ 5,800 / Person
With a cappuccino and croissant warming our bellies, we begin on our hour and a half drive to the Langhe region of Piedmont. Our first stop is La Morra, where we will take in its gorgeous panoramic view. We'll then have lunch at an elegant restaurant that shares the stunning vistas before heading to our first winery of the trip, a historic and world-renowned family affair that makes incredible Barolos from some of the top crus. Castello di Sinio, our home for the next six nights, will be our final stop of the day. After settling in to our regal rooms, we'll be treated to a multi-course Welcome Dinner. A local winemaker will be our guest and present his wines.
After a delicious breakfast, we explore another winery that was lucky enough to have vineyards for generations in perhaps the most respected cru in all of Barolo. Our winery host will join us for an al fresco lunch at a local favorite, featuring seasonal traditional dishes. We'll have some downtime at the hotel and then get our hands dirty with a cooking class organized by the owner of our little castle, the acclaimed chef Denise Pardini. Dinner will be a family-style affair in the main dining room, paired with incredible wines from the region.
Take it easy this morning. Sleep in or go for a light hike around the castle. We'll head out late morning to visit a local cheese producer of toma piemontese—a cheese he makes with sheep's milk. Lunch will be prepared for us on the family estate, pairing his incredible cheeses with other local dishes and, of course, wine! In the afternoon, we'll head to the town of Barolo where we will meet with one of the most passionate winemakers in the region. There will be time to explore the town before we make our way to a wonderful trattoria, where a delicious three-course meal awaits us.
Our day begins with an educational truffle hunt where—if we're lucky—we'll be witnesses to a white truffle find! This experience is truly unique to Piemonte and offers a lot of insight into the eno-gastronomic culture of the region. Having worked up an appetite, we head to the town of Barbaresco, where we will meet with the President of the Barbaresco Wine Cooperative. Over lunch, he will lead us through some of the fabulous wines the cooperative makes and then we'll will take a tour of the winery and even do a light vineyard hike. There will be some time to clean up and dress to the nines (or at least sevens) for our exceptional five-course dinner at a nearby Michelin-starred restaurant in a former castle.
Enjoy another easy morning, perhaps in the company of an extra foamy cappuccino and a postcard or two. Late morning, we will drive to Dogliani, a region just below Barolo territory known for their exceptional Dolcettos, one of the wines beloved by the Piemontesi. We'll visit a very special, biodynamic winery before lunch, which will be at an amazing restaurant in the historic center of Dogliani. We'll then make our way to our final Barolo winery of the tour, run my an incredibly capable husband and wife team. Dinner will be at a more contemporary restaurant in a nearby town.
Today we get to experience the dynamic Alba Market. Walk around and take in the sights and aromas (including truffles!)—perhaps even get some souvenirs. We'll arrange a meet-up spot and then drive to the Roero region just north of Alba and the Tanaro River, which is known for a seductively smooth white wine, Roero Arneis. Lunch will be at one of the most respected restaurants in the area followed by a visit to a local winery. Back at the hotel, rest up or start your packing. We'll go out with a bang at our Farewell Dinner! Your senses will be dazzled by what Denise + her team prepare for us.
After a final breakfast in the garden, we'll head to our shuttle bus which will take us back to Turin, making one stop in the city center and one at the Turin airport. Alla prossima! (Until the next time!)
Special Note
Piedmont’s cuisine is very much based on meat (pork included), butter, cheese and pasta. While the tour can accommodate various food allergies and dietary restrictions, please note this might seriously limit your ability to enjoy local specialties.
Inclusions
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Accompanying sommelier guide for the entire tour
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Comfortable Transportation + Driver from our meeting point to our farewell for all group activities
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6 Nights accommodations at boutique hotels with Breakfast
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All meals (except one) with sommelier-selected wine at top restaurants in the region
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All wine tastings + guided activities (special events, private tours, guest experts, entrance fees, etc.)
Exclusions
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Flight to Italy
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Travel expenses before and after the tour period
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Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
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Anything not specified as being included (If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask!)
REQUIREMENTS
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You must be 21+ years of age
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You must be in good physical condition as your trip will involve walking, hiking, and other physical activities
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You must sign La Dolce Vigna’s travel agreement
WINE Tour Details
A couple of months before the wine tour, you’ll receive a confirmed itinerary for the tour. Throughout the year, you will also receive helpful info such as tips on what to pack, a reading list, and articles related to Piemonte.
Deposit + Cancellation Policy
A deposit of $1500 per person is required at the time of booking to guarantee your space. Balance of the full amount is due 90 days prior the tour start date. If there are still spots available less than 90 days prior to the tour start date, the full sum will be due upon booking.
All cancellations must be received in writing. If made 90 days or more prior to the tour start date, a refund less the deposit will be made. If made between 89-31 days prior to the start date, you will be issued a credit in the amount of 50% of the total cost already paid, less the deposit and any and all costs/fees that La Dolce Vigna, LLC has already paid third party vendors, such as room reservations, etc., towards future trips or services. No refunds will be made for cancellations made 30 days or less prior to the tour start date, nor for a cancellation made during the tour.
We urge all clients to book travel insurance for their trip as we unfortunately cannot make exceptions for inclement weather or personal emergencies.
La Dolce Vigna reserves the right to cancel a tour. In this unlikely situation, you would receive a complete refund of your tour fees. La Dolce Vigna will not assume any other liability and is not responsible for any personal expenses as a result of a tour cancellation, such as airline tickets or personal hotel reservations.
La Dolce Vigna Difference
Our tours are always limited to a maximum of 12 people to assure you an intimate experience.
You will always have a certified sommelier guide to answer all of your wine-related questions on the road.
Our tours are centered around small, eco-conscious, family-run wineries that make truly outstanding wine, and are packed with cultural insights.
Be prepared to eat. A lot. We've picked out amazing spots for you, from the small, loved-by-locals osteria to the Michelin-starred restaurant.
Depending on the season and local events, we will custom organize the best and most insider experience for each group.
Rest assured that your tour price includes all meals (except one), activities, hotels, transportation from the moment we meet until our fond farewell.
For those of you who have been on other group tours, you know what we're talking about. Part of living la dolce vigna is taking the time to truly savor your experiences and surroundings. We've built in time for you to do just that at your own pace and on your own terms. Long live slow travel!
Besides helping local, artisanal economies through visiting small wine and food producers, eating at traditional trattorie and staying at boutique hotels, a donation on behalf of each individual that takes one of our tours will be made to 10,000 Gardens in Africa, a Slow Food initiative aimed at cultivating sustainable and healthy communities throughout Africa.
Any Other Questions?
Looking for a Private wine tour of Italy?
Look no further! In addition to our intimate group tours, La Dolce Vigna curates private wine tours—with or without a guide—based on your dates, travel style and interests. We will open the doors to authentic experiences complete with exceptional food and wine, colorful personalities, warm hospitality, not-to-be-missed cultural sites and many, many photo-worthy moments. (Trust us.)
