The 8 best experiences to have in Cuneo

The tasting and visit to the Infernot wineries in Monferrato takes place in Cella Monte, which joined the Borghi più Belli d’Italia since 2018 and includes: a visit to the historic winery and infernot, followed by a tasting of 4 wines.

For those who like it, you can add a small board with cold cuts, cheeses, bruschettine.

The infernot are underground caves dug by hand, which allowed the Monferrato territory to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Langhe and Roero territories in 2014.

The visit concludes with a tasting of four of the winery's wines accompanied by a small cutting board of local products and breadsticks. For the cutting board è you can request a vegetarian version.

During the tasting you will taste:

•    Mariulin (Piedmont DOC Chardonnay, Sparkling Brut Martinotti Method)
•    Dedalo (Monferrato DOC White from Arneis grapes)
•    Solista (Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese DOC)
•    Carisa (Piedmont DOC Barbera)

For the visit of the wineries in Monferrato we recommend clothing appropriate for the low temperatures and high humidity; present in the premises.

At 7:00 pm there will be a welcome drink with wines from the winery.

Dinner will be served around 8:00 pm and the menu consists of:

•    Monferrina-style raw meat
•    Traditional veal tonnato
•    Stuffed bell pepper
•    Agnolotti with roasted gravy
•    "La Graziosa" bubbly risotto
•    Braised beef with barbera with seasonal side dish

All accompanied by locally produced wines.

This experience allows you to relax and immerse yourself in nature with a picnic in Monforte d'Alba, between Barolo and the Langhe.

You will be provided with a fine vintage-style picnic basket, a support cloth and a detailed map. You will thus be able to explore the picturesque landscapes of the Langhe and capture magical moments with your camera.

The basket will be filled with local specialties:

•    fine cheeses
•    selected cold cuts
•    tasty appetizers
•    fresh bread
•    1 delicious dessert
•    water
•    1 bottle of wine per couple

In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility after booking.

Horseback riding among the Langhe vineyards is ideal for those who love hilly views and vineyards. The trip is scheduled to start from San Marzano Oliveto. The excursion crosses the hills of Monferrato and proceeds mostly on dirt trails, beautiful to ride on horseback.

The stable is close (less than an hour's drive) to Asti, Alessandria and is just over an hour from Cuneo and Turin.

Group horseback riding is ideal for friends or even families with children; in fact, from age 8 and up, you can ride the pony. The age of the child should be communicated by phone to the guide once the confirmation of the reservation request has been received.

Walk with aperitif:
From San Marzano Oliveto, in the province of Asti, you will stroll through scenic vineyards and breathtaking landscapes, surrounded by the majestic backdrop of the Alps. There will be a chance to visit an agritourism in the area, where an aperitif will be served with two glasses of wine per person and mixed platters of cured meats and cold cuts.

Recommended attire for horseback riding tours includes closed shoes and long pants.

The horseback ride is suitable for beginners and first-time riders, professional equestrian guides will accompany you on this wonderful adventure.

The ride lasts about 2 hours and ends with the return to the riding stables.

The quad bike excursion in the Monferrato hills departing from Conzano will allow you to experience an adventure driving a quad bike in an area considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will be able to choose between two tours:

Quad Tour

The excursion is suitable for everyone and lasts about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Together with an experienced guide, you will drive along a mostly unpaved route through vineyards and forests from which you can admire the area's evocative landscapes. On the way back you will pause at scenic spots to take some nice photo shoots while sitting on the Big Benches (giant benches that characterize these hills).

Quad bike tour and winery visit

Driving a quad bike you will be accompanied to discover the hills of Monferrato, driving along the dirt roads that pass through the vineyards and reveal the most striking landscapes. Along the way you will see where the typical products of Monferrato's wine and farming culture come from, as well as reach the most representative historical and artistic sites, including medieval castles, ancient quarries, country churches and open-air museums.
Halfway through the excursion there will be a stop at an authentic winery where you will be able to exclusively visit an Infernot, a cellar carved by hand into the cantonment stone, considered a Unesco World Heritage Site (You can add on the spot a tasting of typical products accompanied by the winery's wines).

The winery tour with tasting in the hills of Monferrato will allow you to discover the typical products of the Piedmont hills in Montemagno.

The activity begins with a walk through the farm's vineyards followed by a guided tour of the winery where the wine production process will be explained to you. At the end you can choose between 2 tastings.

Top Experience Tour

Includes tasting of 5 locally produced wines accompanied by a typical charcuterie and cheese board.

Tasting Ruchè

The activity includes a tasting that will allow you to discover a particular type of wine, Ruchè. You will be served a course of 5 wines with the addition of Ruchè grappa, all accompanied by local meats and cheeses.

In case of bad weather and inability to make the walk through the vineyards, you will be given a bottle of wine for every 2 people regardless of the selected tasting.

Gold Tasting

The experience will be fully supervised by the winery winemaker and consists of a tour of the vineyards surrounding the estate, a visit to the winemaking cellar and the underground barrique cellar, and a tasting of 5 home-made wines accompanied by a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

In case of bad weather, instead of the vineyard tour, a 10% discount will be applied on any wine purchase.

At 7:00 pm there will be a welcome drink with wines from the winery.

Dinner will be served around 8:00 pm and the menu consists of:

•    Monferrina-style raw meat
•    Traditional veal tonnato
•    Stuffed bell pepper
•    Agnolotti with roasted gravy
•    "La Graziosa" bubbly risotto
•    Braised beef with barbera with seasonal side dish

All accompanied by locally produced wines.

This experience allows you to relax and immerse yourself in nature with a picnic in Monforte d'Alba, between Barolo and the Langhe.

You will be provided with a fine vintage-style picnic basket, a support cloth and a detailed map. You will thus be able to explore the picturesque landscapes of the Langhe and capture magical moments with your camera.

The basket will be filled with local specialties:

•    fine cheeses
•    selected cold cuts
•    tasty appetizers
•    fresh bread
•    1 delicious dessert
•    water
•    1 bottle of wine per couple

In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility after booking.

This winery tour with tasting in Castagnito, in the heart of Roero, will immerse you in the history of the production of Piedmont's best-known wines. You will have the opportunity to taste 4 or 6 wines, depending on the option you choose, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

Once you are welcomed, you will be escorted to the hills near the vineyards to admire the views of the surrounding hills, and you will be offered water and seasonal zero-mile fruit.

After a few minutes you will be escorted to the winery, where you will learn about all the stages of production and aging of the most historic wines of the Roera tradition. The explanation is followed by a tasting of local wines, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, a glass of Passito and a hazelnut dessert.

Roero and Beyond (2 hours 30 minutes)

The tasting includes 6 wines:

•    Roero Arneis DOCG
•    Roero Arneis DOCG Cortine
•    Langhe Dolcetto DOC
•    Langhe Nebbiolo DOC
•    Roero DOCG
•    Barbera d'Alba DOC

The tasting is paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, a glass of Passito and a hazelnut dessert.

Roero 100% (2 hours)

The tasting includes 4 wines:

•    Roero Arneis DOCG
•    Langhe Nebbiolo DOC
•    Roero DOCG
•    Barbera d'Alba DOC

The tasting is paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, a glass of Passito and a hazelnut dessert.

The experience is suitable for everyone, and during spring and summer can be offered outdoors.

A tour of the Marrone winery will introduce you to the history of wine production at one of the most historic wineries in the Langhe, including the well-known Barolo.

The activity begins with a guided tour of the main rooms where the wine production process takes place. Afterwards, you will have the posssibility to taste selected wines from the area, along with bread and breadsticks.

Classic (1 hour)

Guided tour of the winery followed by a tasting of 5 wines of your choice from the winery's most representative production, including the famous Barolo.

Top (1 hour)

Guided tour of the winery followed by a tasting of 4 "top of the line" wines representative of the winery's production. In particular, the tasting includes:

•     Langhe doc "Servaj"
•     Barolo docg, the most classic among Barolos
•     Barolo docg "Pichemej" (Pichemej, from the dialect "more than better")
•     Barolo docg "Bussia"

Tastings are accompanied by bread and breadsticks. Upon request, a charcuterie or cheese board can be added for an additional charge.

A sweatshirt is recommended for visiting the winery.

The winery tour with tasting at Castello di Razzano offers an engaging experience for wine lovers and those who wish to learn about the local wine culture. Located in the charming Castello di Razzano, the museum offers a fascinating journey through the history and production of wine in the region and Monferrato.

After visiting the museum, you will have the opportunity to explore the aging cellars of Razzano Castle. Wine tasting is a highlight of the visit. Each person will have the opportunity to taste three different wines, representative of Castello di Razzano's production. The wine selection could include both white and red wines, depending on your preferences or specialties of the region. To accompany the tasting, you will be served a platter of typical local cured meats and cheeses, which pair perfectly with the wines.

Positioned in one of the most evocative corners of Monferrato and surrounded by an estate of great scenic beauty, Castello di Razzano is the ideal reference point for those who wish to enjoy eno-gastronomic experiences of the area.

The winery tour with tasting on the Cannubi hill will allow you to discover the typical wines of the Piedmont hills, including Barolo.

The activity begins with a guided tour of the winery where the wine production process will be explained to you. At the end you can choose between 2 tastings.

Classic tour

Includes tasting of 6 locally produced wines including 2 glasses of Barolo DOCG. The tasting è accompanied by artisanal breadsticks.

Barolo Tour

The activity includes a tasting tour that includes 7 wines. You will have the opportunity to taste 7 different Barolo DOCGs. The tasting è accompanied by artisanal breadsticks.

After the tasting is over, you can relax by walking through the farm's picturesque vineyards independently.

Wine tasting of Ronchi Varesini wines and vineyard visit in Albizzate è a wonderful experience.

The tour will begin with a visit to the vineyards and description of pruning techniques, grape varieties and their cultivation, and harvesting and winemaking; è including an explanation of the Ronchi Varesini PGI and history of Varese wine, possibly with a Power Point lecture projection on the subject.  

Then follows the sensory experience with guided tasting. During the tasting you will taste two wines and they will be accompanied by breadsticks and taralli.

Depending on weather conditions, the tasting will be either in the tasting room or on the terrace or vineyard.

When booking, you will be able to select a small extra cutting board that will include a sampling of cured meats and cheeses.
 

Quad bike excursion to Sesto Calende on Lake Maggiore, great for fun with friends.

Scenic hike (3 hours):

•    20% dirt/wooded trail.
•    Mid-hike there will be a stop with aperitif on Lake Maggiore.
•    Departure morning 9:30 a.m. or 4 p.m. afternoon

If you want, lunch or dinner can be arranged at Antica Trattoria San Giacomo, but you have to pay locally, a facility close to the starting point and with an agreement (in Vergiate, VA)
1) appetizer with fried dumpling and cold cuts, 1 bis of first course, water, sweet wine and coffee : 25€/person

In both cases you will be provided with helmet, mud suit and gloves. Gasoline and third-party liability are also included in the price.

It is necessary to have a B license to drive the quad bike, for the passsenger there are no special requirements.

Recommended clothing is sportswear with closed boots.

The weight limit of each quad bike is about 160 kg. Beyond this weight it will be necessary to book 2 individual quads.

Nature walk with views of Lake Maggiore, departing from Taino. The walks last 1 hour and are also suitable for those who have never ridden a horse before. In some cases the rider may be accompanied on foot by a guide.

After a brief introductory lesson on how to guide your horse, you will set out inside the Bruschera Oasis, a nature reserve that stretches entirely along the lake.

The route is through meadows and woods in the hills, with views of the Rock of Angera. The walk is entirely on trails, with the exception of 100 meters of paved road.

The minimum age to participate is 14 years old. For underage passengers, the presence of an adult is required.

A maximum of 2 people can participate.

With the Lake Maggiore dinghy tour departing from Lisanza you will visit the scenic, artistic and architectural beauty of the Lake. The main destinations of the excursion are Lisanza, the islets of the Lake, the quaint town of Ranco, Arona, Rocca di Angera and the Borromean Islands.

The duration of the tour can vary according to one's needs. You can choose:

•    Half Day in the morning (9:30 am-1:30 pm)
•    Half Day in the afternoon (2:30-6:30 pm)
•    Full Day (10:30am-5:30pm)

In the "Full Day" package, lunch is not included, but you can have lunch at Fishermen's Island at an affiliated restaurant, or bring a packed lunch.

The dinghy you will have at your disposal is motorized Yamaha 150hp, is equipped with showers and can accommodate a maximum of 12 people.

It is recommended that you bring a bathing suit, towel, sunglasses, a hat and sunscreen.

The boat is delivered with a full tank, but fuel is excluded from the rental fee, which must be paid for when the boat is delivered.

You will begin the experience by preparing the horses together with the guides, taking a few minutes to become familiar with your riding companion.

Once ready you will set off on your walk accompanied by a walking guide for each rider, to ensure maximum safety and enjoyment of the excursion.

The guide will help you learn the basics of horse handling as you travel the mule tracks and trails of the hill, which wind through small vineyards and dense forests inhabited by jays, buzzards, badgers, squirrels and deer.

With any luck you may encounter some of these animals!

Sailing Aperitif at Lake Maggiore departing from Angera is a great opportunity to enjoy a relaxing moment while enjoying aperitifs and appetizers overlooking the lake. You will have a choice of 3 different tour options:

Sunset Tour

The Sunset Tour includes passing under the Fortress of Angera, a salute to the San Carlone, and a view of Arona's lakeside promenade. Samples of local dishes accompanied by cocktails will be served. The tour lasts 3 hours.

Half-Day Tour

The Half Day Tour includes passing under the Fortress of Angera, a salute to the San Carlone, and a visit to the Gulf of Quassa, where it will be possible to admire the openness of the lake that stretches as far as the eye can see to about its halfway point. The last stop before returning to port will be the Pantegora islet, with the Rocca as a backdrop. Included is a 50cl bottle of water, a few savories, and coffee on the way back to port. The tour lasts 4 hours.

Full Day Tour

The Full Day Tour will depart by h 10:00 am. Upon arrival you will be offered a welcome coffee and then depart north. You will admire the Lombard coastline called the "flowery shore" because of its vast vegetation, and, after about an hour's navigation, you will arrive below the Hermitage of St. Catherine where you can make a brief stop to photograph the monastery that has risen sheer above the eastern shore of Lake Maggiore . The navigation will continue to the Gulf of Quassa, where it will be possible to take a swim, have lunch and relax. Around 6:30 p.m. an aperitif is planned under the Fortress of Angera, and then return to port. The tour lasts 8 hours.