The 15 best Wine Tastings in Alba

Winery tour, lunch and wine tasting at one of the historic Langhe wineries in the picturesque Piedmont area near Alba and Barolo.

Delicious menu includes:

•    cold and hot appetizers from our country tradition
•    a homemade first course of your choice
•    a second course
•    a dessert

For children there is a menu that includes pasta, schnitzel and potatoes and a final dessert so they too can enjoy this fun experience.

A sweatshirt is recommended for the winery visit.

Wine tasting in Verduno, in the heart of Barolo, will allow you to taste local wines, visit the winery and the surrounding vineyards.

The winery s picturesque location on the ridge of the hill creates a natural terrace from which you can observe the whole area: from the rolling hills of the Roero to the boundless succession of the Langhe.

Each visit includes a walk through the vineyards, an in-depth look at the vines and the territory, a tour of the winemaking and aging rooms and, finally, wine tasting, proposed according to the chosen itinerary.

You can choose from 4 different options.

Tasting ''Essenza i Langa''

This tasting includes:

•    a selection of 3 local wines
•    1 cutting board of typical products

Tasting ''Selection of the winemaker''

This itinerary includes:

•    a selection of 4 local wines
•    1 glass of sparkling wine
•    1 cutting board with cold cuts, cheeses and breadsticks

Tasting "Nebbiolo & Tradition"

This tasting allows you to taste 5 wines and includes:

•    Alta Langa DOCG or Champagne
•    Langhe DOC Nebbiolo
•    Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC
•    Barbaresco Convivio DOCG
•    Barolo Simposio DOCG
•    1 board with mixed cold cuts, cheeses and breadsticks

Tasting "Langa Crus"

This itinerary includes a tasting of 6 wines and includes:

•    Alta Langa DOCG or Champagne
•    Barbaresco Gallina DOCG
•    Barbaresco Pajorè DOCG
•    Barolo Bussia DOCG
•    Barolo Monvigliero DOCG
•    Barolo Riserva DOCG
•    1 cutting board with mixed cold cuts, cheeses and breadsticks

In case of food allergies and intolerances it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

The winery tour and wine tasting inside Verduno Castle includes two different tastings with varying durations depending on the type chosen. They are open to everyone over the age of 18.

Tasting 1: The wines of the Castle

All’within this wine tasting, lasting about 1h30min, è scheduled the tasting of 4 local wines, including Barolo and Barbaresco.

Tasting 2: The Nebbiolo

This tasting of local wines includes, in addition to a visit to the historic winery, a set of wines made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes. This itinerary è designed for all those who want to delve into the different expressions of this wine.

This winery tour with tasting in Castagnito, in the heart of the Roero, will immerse you in the history of the production of the best-known Roero wines.

You will have the opportunity to taste 5 or 7 wines, depending on the option you choose, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

On being welcomed, you will be able to admire the views of the surrounding hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site .

After a few minutes you will be accompanied to the winery, where you can learn about all the stages of production and aging of the most historical wines of the ROERO 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 cake.

Roero 100% (2 hours)

Tasting includes 5 wines. The tasting is paired with a platter of cured meats, one of local cheeses and a hazelnut cake.

Roero and Not Only (2 hours 30 minutes)

Tasting includes 7 wines paired with a platter of cured meats, local produce, platter of local cheeses and by a hazelnut cake.

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

Visit a family winery in Roero, where you can taste wines and enjoy a delicious lunch near Cuneo.

The experience begins with a tour of the winery and follows with lunch and a tasting of 3 wines. Lunch includes a set menu that includes: a welcome from the kitchen, two appetizers, a first course, second course with side dish, dessert, water, coffee, bitter and cover charge.

This experience will allow you to discover the territory of Roero, in the province of Cuneo, through its wineries, wines and local dishes.

The tour begins in the vineyard, located in the heart of the Langhe, and then proceeds to the winery where the production processes of the historic wines made by the winery, including the famous Barolo DOCG, are explained. At the end of the visit, guests can taste a selection of Piedmontese wines, which varies depending on the option chosen.

The experience varies in duration, between 1 and 2 hours, and is suitable for everyone. Minors are not allowed to taste.

Discovering the vineyards (1 hour)

Guided tour of the winery and vineyards, followed by a tasting. Tasting includes:

•    4 wines, including Barolo from the municipality of La Morra

This tour is aimed at those who are just getting acquainted with the world of wine and wish to gain general knowledge about vineyards and winemaking and aging techniques.

A walk through the vineyards (2 hours)

Guided tour of the winery and vineyards, followed by a tasting. The tasting includes:

•    5 wines, including the prestigious Barolo Cru

This tour is for experienced wine lovers who wish to deepen their knowledge related to the world of viticulture and oenology and observe the territory from a privileged point of view.

Barolo unveils itself (2 hours)

Guided tour of the winery and vineyards, followed by a tasting. Participants will have the opportunity to taste several vintages of Dosio's Barolo, guided by an experienced sommelier who will explain the history of the winery and the specific characteristics of the wines.

This tour is aimed at wine experts and connoisseurs who wish to refine their knowledge of Piedmontese wine production and, in particular, of Barolo production techniques.

Upon request, it is possible to combine the chosen tasting with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses (recommended for 2 people) for an additional charge.

This winery tour with tasting in Castagnito, in the heart of the Roero, will immerse you in the history of the production of the best-known Roero wines.

You will have the opportunity to taste 5 or 7 wines, depending on the option you choose, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

On being welcomed, you will be able to admire the views of the surrounding hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site .

After a few minutes you will be accompanied to the winery, where you can learn about all the stages of production and aging of the most historical wines of the ROERO 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 cake.

Roero 100% (2 hours)

Tasting includes 5 wines. The tasting is paired with a platter of cured meats, one of local cheeses and a hazelnut cake.

Roero and Not Only (2 hours 30 minutes)

Tasting includes 7 wines paired with a platter of cured meats, local produce, platter of local cheeses and by a hazelnut cake.

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

A tasting experience designed for couples in the heart of Roero, perfect for celebrating special moments.

During the private tasting you will taste four selected wines, chosen to highlight the different winemaking and maturation techniques typical of the Roero, accompanied by local gastronomic specialties.

The itinerary ends with a glass of passito wine and a Piedmontese hazelnut cake, for a sweet and unforgettable moment to share as a couple.

This summer dinner allows you to live a unique experience immersed in an evocative atmosphere: among the vineyards and olive groves of Piedmont, a Unesco heritage site.

Tables under the stars, surrounded by neat rows and olive trees , will welcome you creating an intimate and authentic atmosphere.

You will enjoy a dinner of dishes inspired by the local tradition and accompanied by our wines and olive oil.

The menu includes:

•    Welcome aperitif with 1 glass of Spumante Brut Rosato "BrichetRosè"
•    Battuta di fassona, whipped robiola, breadstick crumble, lime
•    Veal sirloin in CBT, soft tonnata and fior di cappero
•    Summer salad of grilled rooster, celery , green apple and walnuts
•    Agnolotti "del plin" pasta with roast sauce and hazelnut crumbs
•    Braised pork cheek in CBT with Barbera d'Asti "La Dama" with rosemary potatoes
•    Tiramisu Delight

In case of food allergies and intolerances, it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

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

Top Experience Tour

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

Ruchè Tasting

This 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 cured meats and cheeses.

Gold Tasting

The experience will be fully supervised by the winery's winemaker and will consist 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 estate-made wines accompanied by a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

Discover the Alemat wineries in the heart of Monferrato with a guided tour and tasting.

Following the guided tour of the winery and Infernot tour, you will taste 3 wines:

•    Piemonte Riesling Doc
•    Piemonte Grignolino Doc
•    Red Wine

When booking it is possible to buy a cutting board with cold cuts and cheeses.

The guided tour is available in Italian, English, French and Spanish. 

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.

Learn all the secrets about wine making and create your own unique blend with this workshop at the Urban Winery in Milan.

Program

As soon as you arrive, you will be served a welcome glass, which you can taste during a tour of the winery's production area, accompanied by a brief introduction to the project.

Next you will taste 3 wine bases, learning to recognize the differences related to production methods. Based on your tastes, you can then create your own custom blend.

To conclude, you will be able to unleash your imagination by decorating the bottle label of the created wine.

At the end of the experience you will be given a bottle of the wine made, one per group (group means the group that made the reservation), to take home as a memento of the experience.

Any extra bottles of the created blend can be purchased directly on site, at a price of 10€ per bottle, upon request to the facility prior to creation.

Visit to the chocolate factory and chocolate tasting in Milan ideal for spending a culinary day among the many flavors of chocolate.

There are 3 different tours within the experience:

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Base

At the beginning of the activity you will observe, using the 3D viewer, the harvesting and production stages of cocoa beans on a Perù plantation. Afterwardsè you will pass by the "Cioccoteca", the roasting room and the processing laboratory to find out all about artisanal production. The visità will end with a tasting of 3 different types of chocolate.

Media

At the beginning of the activity you will observe, using the 3D viewer, the harvesting and production stages of cocoa beans on a Perù plantation. Afterwardsè you will pass by the "Cioccoteca", the roasting room and the processing laboratory to find out all about artisanal production. The visità will end with a tasting of 5 different types of chocolate.

Premium

At the beginning of the activity, you will be able to observe, using the 3D viewer, the harvesting and production stages of cocoa beans on a Perù plantation. Afterwardsè you will pass by the "Cioccoteca", the roasting room and the processing laboratory to find out all about artisanal production. The visità will end with a tasting of 5 different types of chocolate accompanied by a glass of sweet wine.

The maximum limit who canò participate in a single visitanè of 8 people, also each tour lasts about 1 hour.

Wine tasting with a visit to the Urban Winery in Milan to spend a wine day without leaving the city.

Basic Tour

During this tour you will have the opportunity to taste 3 glasses of wine.

Classic Tour

This option includes a welcome glass, a visit to the winery's production area, an explanation of the winemaking process and, finally, the tasting of 3 glasses accompanied by a food tasting.

Wine Lovers Tour

This tour begins with a welcome glass, continues with a visit to the winery and explanation of the winemaking process, and then concludes with a tasting of 5 glasses accompanied by a sampling of gastronomic products.

During the winery tour and wine tasting of Oltrepò Pavese, you will have a choice of three different experiences.

The first tour lasts 1h30 and includes the tasting of 3 glasses.

The second option lasts 2h, and is recommended for lovers of the fine bubbles of Spumante Metodo Classico.

The last type of experience you can choose instead includes a tasting of 3 Cru of Pinot Noir, the highest expression of elegance of this noble grape variety vinified in red.

Lunch in Oltrepò Pavese, at Calatroni Vini, to taste typical dishes and enjoy some excellent locally produced wine together.

Program

The experience begins at 12 noon with a guided tour to discover the organic vineyards, crossed by the historic Via di San Colombano.

The second part of the visit takes you to the winemaking cellar and the aging cellar to explore the world of wine.

The third moment is dedicated to flavors, both on the plate and in the glass: a set menu lunch that includes.

•    3 courses that vary according to the seasonality of the products
•    4 glasses of wine paired with each course
•    Water
•    Coffee
•    Cover charge

To personalize the experience you can choose 2 wine pairing options:

•    Basic wines: basic wines will be served with each course
•    Classic method sparkling wines: classic method sparkling wines will be served with each course

Reduced menu for children includes salami or cheese, main course and dessert.

In case of food allergies, please notify the facility following the reservation

A visit to the Calatroni Vini winery in Santa Maria della Versa will allow you to discover the wines that characterize the Oltrepò Pavese territory.

Program

The activity starts with a walk through the vineyard, then you will continue with a guided tour in the winemaking cellar and the Metodo Classico aging room where they will explain details about the products.

To conclude the experience, you will have the opportunity to have a tasting of 4 wines represented by the winery (including organic) accompanied by small samples (vegetable flan, cheese and tart).