BENVENUTI A PIEMONTE!

Arrivals and transfers from the Turin or Milan airports to our hotel, Castelo di Guarene, a Relais & Chateaux hotel inside an 18th century castle.

Welcome drink and orientation tasting at hotel

Get ready for an immersive Barolo/Barbaresco education, as we sit down to taste a group of the best the region has to offer with our own team expert.

Dinner at the hotel’s elegant restaurant

The ancient gastronomic wisdom of Roero and Langhe is the focus of the hotel’s acclaimed restaurant, whose menu also incorporates the rigorous selection of raw materials and creativity.

EXPLORATION & SURPRISE

Private tour, tasting and lunch at Agricola Brandini

This is a highly unique experience in the heart of one of Barolo’s most famous communes, La Morra. There we’ll experience the magic of this fully organic Barolo estate run by two very passionate women. They’ll take us through their lineup of gorgeous Barolos and a few surprises (think bubbles), before we sit down for a 4-course lunch paired with more of their wines.

Private tasting with one of the region best Barbaresco producers

Moving over to the Barbaresco side of Piedmont, we’ll taste some of its finest examples from this surprisingly Nebbiolo-based region.

Guided walk between two hilltop villages

We’ll meander through the well worn paths between two of Piemonte’s most picturesque towns, glimpsing ancient castles and all the flora and fauna of this one-of-a-kind region.

Dinner at a local winemakers’ favorite

In Serralunga d’Alba we will enjoy a menu which takes full advantage of the seasonal local ingredients available all across the region. We will try some time-honored local favorites – and get ready to elevate your culinary experience with an excellent wine list and the company of a young Barolo winemaker, who will be joining us in our private dining room.

THE MAIN EVENT

Tasting and blending session at G.D. Vajra

The trip’s most exciting moment is here: time to meet the dynamic Vajra family, who will walk us through their beautiful lineup of Barolos before helping us blend our very own from their Grand Cru vineyards. This promises to be a highlight of the Experience.

Lunch at local favorite Osteria More e Macine

We will lunch as the locals do, at this charming osteria in beautiful La Morra. Its typical yet creative cuisine and extensive wine list covering all the local greats will make this one of the highlights of the trip.

Private tour and tasting at Conterno Fantino

Another one of the storied “Barolo Boys,” Sandrone was another crucial figure in the Barolo region – and the fact that he is no longer with us makes his accomplishments all the more legendary. Today the family winery owns 67 acres stretching from Barolo to Serralunga d’Alba and neighboring Roero. We will take a tasting journey through their extraordinary history.

Dinner at Ristorante Borgo Sant’Anna, Monforte d’Alba

This beloved restaurant inside an impressive country borgo will be the site of our farewell dinner and the restaurant’s rustic elegance and jaw-dropping wine list will ensure that we will go out in style.

ARRIVADERCI!

Departures, or continue on for further exploration.