What to do in Monferrato: the 10 best experiences

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 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 4 wines produced by the winery accompanied, for those who wish, by a small cutting board of local products and breadsticks (+5€). For the cutting board it is possible to 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.

For minors or non-tasters the rate includes:

•    1 drink
•    1 small cutting board

Wine tasting with guided tour of Piedmont vineyards and olive groves allows you to enjoy a unique experience in a picturesque setting.

During the tour, you will have the opportunity to discover cultivation techniques and the fascinating stories behind each plant.

An experienced guide will take you through the various stages of wine and olive oil production, explaining the characteristics of the different varieties and harvesting methods.

You can also stroll among the vineyards, breathing in the fresh air and enjoying the beauty of the surrounding nature.

At the end of the visit, a tasting of local wines awaits you, accompanied by typical products of the region, such as cheeses, cured meats and typical specialties.

The tasting includes:

•    Roero D.O.C.G. Arneis "Joya"
•    Barbera d'Asti D.O.C.G. "Five Stars"
•    Langhe D.O.C. Nebbiolo "ruGiada"
•    Moscato d'Asti D.O.C.G. "Montesanto"

It will be a perfect time to savor the authentic flavors of the area, while you listen to anecdotes and curiosities about the local food and wine tradition.

This experience is not only a journey into flavors, but also an opportunity to connect with the culture and traditions of a land rich in history.

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

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

Long tables under the stars, surrounded by neat rows of vines and centuries-old olive trees, will welcome you, creating an intimate and authentic atmosphere.

You will enjoy a dinner of dishes inspired by local tradition and accompanied by selected wines from the area and background music.

The menu includes:

•    Welcome aperitif with 1 glass of Brut Rosé sparkling wine "BrichetRosè"
•    Battuta di fassona beef, grana flakes, black rice and robiola mousse
•    Girello of veal in CBT, tuna sauce and fior di cappero
•    Zucchini flan and cream of toma cheese
•    Agnolotti "del plin" pasta with roast sauce and hazelnut crumbs
•    Pork cheek braised in Barbera d'Asti "La Dama" wine with rosemary potatoes
•    Panna cotta and red fruits
•    Bunet with macaroons and chocolate

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

Horseback riding in the Monferrato hills will take you to discover the typical fauna and flora of the Piedmont hills.

The 1-hour walk is suitable for everyone, even those who are getting on a horse for the first time.

The minimum age is 6 years old. Children ages 6 to 14 will be accompanied by a guide who will walk with them the whole way.

At the end of both walks you will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical local lunch (if selected), consisting of 3 appetizers, first course, second course and dessert. Extra courses and drinks are excluded.

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.

Horseback riding along the Adda River, lasting one to two hours, through the surrounding woods is an experience not to be missed.

The horseback rides are also suitable for beginners, as they consist of comfortable and wide paths located within the Adda Park.

Thanks to this ride you will have the opportunity to explore the nature that characterizes these places, and to let the horses water within the river.

During the horseback ride, departing from Rivolta d'Adda, you will be accompanied by two equestrian guides, who will lead you for the duration of the excursion.

The Casa Garello farmhouse in Salice Terme, in the Oltrepò Pavese region, offers a lunch with wine tasting and tour of the cellars in a picturesque hillside setting. Casa Garello is located in an area traditionally devoted to wine growing. Everything that is brought to the table comes from the raw materials from the garden and vineyards.

Menu full-lunch tasting:

•    4 wines for tasting
•    Tagliere of cold cuts and cheeses and two hot appetizers
•    Traditional Oltrepò
•    Agnolotti pasta
•    Pinot roast with baked potatoes
•    House dessert
•    Water
•    Coffee

Menu tasting lunch:

•    4 wines for tasting
•    Cured meats and cheeses platter and two hot appetizers
•    House dessert
•    Water
•    Coffee

A children's menu is also available, which includes:

•    House-cured meats
•    short pasta with red or plain sauce
•    chops with baked chips
•    dessert of your choice
•    1 soft drink

Any food allergies or intolerances can be reported to the facility following booking.

The duration of the above experience is to be considered approximate.

For the vineyard dinner experience in Oltrepò Pavese, you will be welcomed into the vineyards to have a tasty dinner, taking advantage of the coolness of the Versa Valley hills.

The menu includes a wine and food pairing:

•    Pinot Noir bubbles with Antipasto with local cured meats and garden vegetables
•    Still white Riesling with Primo piatto of pasta or risotto with seasonal ingredients
•    Red wine choice of Pinot Noir, Barbera or Bonarda with Second course of meat or vegetarian dish
•    Dessert of your choice

What are you waiting for to book this wonderful experience in Lombardy?

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

The first tour of the vineyards and vines lasts 1h30 and includes the tasting of 4 glasses.

The second option lasts 2h, and is recommended for lovers of the Pinot Noir grape variety.

The last type of experience you can choose instead includes a tour of both the vineyards and the winery, and ends with wine tasting.

The aperitivo in the vineyard in Oltrepò Pavese will be held at Valdamonte, a winery that covers 21 hectares in the area.

The winery is located in a hilly location on the eastern bank of the Versa Valley.

The winery's vineyards are located on the top of the hill, and this characteristic gives the wines a fresh, savory taste. The main grape varieties grown are pinot noir, chardonnay, Rhine riesling, croatina and barbera.

Every Saturday it will be possible to have an aperitif in the vineyard in the coolness of the Versa Valley hills.

Discover the natural beauty of an estate in the Oltrepò pavese by E-bike and enjoy an aperitif in the open air.

In this fantastic experience, in addition to renting the E-bikes, you can discover the techniques of the estate's winery with a guided tour.

You will be given the E-bike with set up of its basket that includes everything you need for an aperitif in the open air, including:

•    a selection of artisanal food products from Oltrepò
•    wine to choose from: Saint Valier, Costa del Nero, Maria Novella and Saignée della Rocca.

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 Langhe vineyard dinner allows you to discover the authenticity of the Langhe through the wines and history of this winery.

When you arrive, you will be welcomed by Roberto, the winery owner, who will take you on a fascinating journey through agronomic practices. You will then be able to explore the winery while receiving detailed oenological explanations.

Then you will be delighted by an aperitif accompanied by a selection of wines.

The evening will conclude with a dinner that includes:

•    3 appetizers typical of the Langhe
•    2 first courses
•    1 main course with side dish
•    dessert
•    water
•    wine

The atmosphere will be made unique and festive by the lights that illuminate the vineyard and will create an atmospheric atmosphere.

The kitchen can cater to vegetarians and also provides a menuù for children and non-tasting minors and adults.

In case of bad weather you can choose to move the date of your reservation or attend anyway, as dinner is still guaranteed. Tables will be set up inside the winery so you can eat among the barrels.

In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility following the reservation.

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.

On being 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 can learn about all stages of production and aging of the most historic wines of the Roera tradition. The explanation è followed by a tasting of local wines, paired with a platter of local cold cuts and cheeses, a glass of Passito and a hazelnut cake.

Roero 100% (2 hours)

Tasting includes 5 wines and è paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses and a hazelnut dessert.

Roero and More (2 hours 30 minutes)

Tasting includes 7 wines and è paired with: a charcuterie board, local produce, local cheese board and hazelnut cake.

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

A visit to the winery will introduce you to the history of wine production of one of the most historic wineries in the Langhe and immerse you in the picturesque Piedmontese territory near Alba and Barolo.

Following the tour of the winery and the estate vineyards, you can choose from 2 menu lunch offered by the winery.

The experience lasts from 2 to 3 hours and is suitable for everyone. Minors are not allowed to taste. .

Greedy menu (2 hours 30 minutes)

The menuù includes an assortment of cold and hot appetizers from our country tradition, a homemade first course of your choice, and a delicious dessert to end the experience.

This menu includes a tasting of 3 wines.

Delicious menu (3 hours)

This menu includes cold and hot traditional country hors d'oeuvres, followed by a homemade first course of your choice, a second course and dessert to end the experience.

The delicious menu includes a tasting of 5 wines.

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

A sweatshirt is recommended for the winery tour.

Wine tasting with guided tour of Piedmont vineyards and olive groves allows you to enjoy a unique experience in a picturesque setting.

During the tour, you will have the opportunity to discover cultivation techniques and the fascinating stories behind each plant.

An experienced guide will take you through the various stages of wine and olive oil production, explaining the characteristics of the different varieties and harvesting methods.

You can also stroll among the vineyards, breathing in the fresh air and enjoying the beauty of the surrounding nature.

At the end of the visit, a tasting of local wines awaits you, accompanied by typical products of the region, such as cheeses, cured meats and typical specialties.

The tasting includes:

•    Roero D.O.C.G. Arneis "Joya"
•    Barbera d'Asti D.O.C.G. "Five Stars"
•    Langhe D.O.C. Nebbiolo "ruGiada"
•    Moscato d'Asti D.O.C.G. "Montesanto"

It will be a perfect time to savor the authentic flavors of the area, while you listen to anecdotes and curiosities about the local food and wine tradition.

This experience is not only a journey into flavors, but also an opportunity to connect with the culture and traditions of a land rich in history.

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

Wine tasting experience and visit to a historic winery in the Langhe region. A sensory and educational journey into the heart of Italy's renowned wine region.

During the visit, you will have the opportunity to explore the wonderful wineries, immersing yourself in the local wine-making tradition and discovering the process of producing the prestigious Barolo wine.

Guided by expert winemakers, you will taste different fine wines, appreciating their unique aromas and flavors. It is an opportunity to appreciate not only the high quality wine, but also the authentic and fascinating atmosphere of the Langhe, making this experience a real treat for wine lovers and food and wine culture enthusiasts.

You can participate in this experience by choosing one of three different modes:

Traditional blind wine tasting
During this tasting tour, you will have the opportunity to taste 3 whites and 3 reds.

Tasting with food pairing
If you choose this option, in addition to tasting the wine, you will be offered delicious food. Contrasting pairings designed to surprise and delight you will be made.

Nebbiolo Experience
This tour will guide you to the discovery of Nebbiolo, the most magical and noble vine in the world, considered precious and suitable for high quality wines for aging. Only in the regions of Piedmont and Lombardy can it find its natural habitat and give birth to unique and precious wines. You will be offered 3 glasses.