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Monferrato wineries to visit: Coppo and Contratto Underground Cathedrals

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Monferrato wineries to visit

The underground cathedrals of Coppo and Contratto

If you have had the chance to admire the wine landscapes of Piedmont, it will certainly not surprise you to know that in 2014 these have become part of Unesco World Heritage Sites. Besides boasting an extraordinary natural beauty, these lands, which include Langhe, Roero and Monferrato, are very famous for the excellence of native wines. Today we will focus on the area of the Monferrato, full of wineries that are worth visiting.

Coppo winery

The historical Coppo winey in Monferrato was built in the late 18th century and went through a process or renovation and expansion to become what they are today. The so-called "Underground Cathedrals" extend over 5,000 square meters and have a depth of up to 40 meters. Located at the foot of the hill of Canelli, Coppo cellars are made of a multitude of tunnels, corridors, galleries and vaults highlighted by a refined play of lights. However, the excellence of Coppo wines is due to the presence of Canelli's tuff stone, which proves to be a perfect thermal insulator, able to maintain a constant humidity and a temperature between 12 and 14 degrees, perfect to preserve all the organoleptic properties of the wine.

Contratto winery

Contratto winery has deserved to be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as well. Its elegant and historic wine cellar, a masterpiece of the Liberty style, is a fascinating setting in which you can taste the best labels – the cellars initially produced Moscato and red wines, then they expanded the offer with Sparkling Classical Method, Vermouth and Tonics. Tasting the wines of this winery, located 5000 square meters underground, excavated in marl, leads to a unique experience, able to conquer the senses. Ask Diwine Tour and treat yourselves with a  Monferrato tour.

 

Barolo wine tour

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Barolo wine route

Have you not heard of the Barolo wine route yet?

Choosing this route means crossing Langhe, a unique opportunity to view wonderful places, including quaint villages, landscapes, vineyards and wineries! 

Where exactly is the "Barolo wine route"?

The Barolo wine route winds for several kilometres through the heart of Langhe and gathers few municipalities among which, Alba, Barolo, Cherasco, Castiglione Falletto, Diano d’Alba, Dogliani, La Morra, Grinzane Cavour, Monchiero, Monforte d’Alba, Novello, Roddi, Montelupo Albese, Rodello, Serralunga d’Alba, Sinio and Verduno. We are precisely in an area, between the Maritime Alps and the Ligurian Apennine, crossed by numerous routes.

The itineraries to follow along the "Barolo wine route"

The itineraries to follow along the “Barolo wine route” are various, just enough to satisfy the tastes and preferences of each visitor!

  • Trekking route: once you leave the tourist office of La Morra, follow indications to Alba and start descending through a dirt road, admiring the stunning view over Castiglione. You will cross wonderful vineyards, the small villages of Santa Maria and Annunziata, the famous cedar of Lebanon and the colourful Barolo chapel… all the way to eventually reach Barolo.
  • Food route: how hard it would be to list all the places where one can taste the countless local specialities. Among these, we must mention handmade egg tajarin, the fassona tartare, agnolotti del plin and above all the white Alba truffle, absolute king of all mushrooms. In addition, unless you do not drink (and this would be a pity given the excellence in wine making here) you can taste a superb glass of wine… you’ll be spoiled for choice! 
  • Medieval route: if you love history, Langhe is a territory of a thousand resources. In particular, you cannot get enough of medieval villages and castles to visit. Among those we recommend, the Serralunga castle cannot be missed out. With its unique position, the view is breath-taking and it is considered to be one of the best-conserved example of noble castles of the 14th century. 

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Why choose Piedmont for a food and wine weekend?

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The Langhe in 2 days

Why choose Piedmont for a food and wine weekend?

Piedmont is on top of the list of the places to choose from to experience a memorable food and wine weekend! Among its strengths, the region boasts numerous dishes and typical products, as well as excellent wines in the area.

A food and wine weekend in Langhe

Langhe, the historic region straddling the provinces of Cuneo and Asti, is particularly well known for its hills and magnificent quaint villages. However, the area's gastronomic culture is massive, which is why Langhe is your destination if you are a food and wine lover. A Langhe food and wine weekend is what you should be planning. Two days full of typical products, such as the famous white Alba truffle. The dishes, as well as cheeses, are still prepared following tradition. Among all the sweet specialties that you can taste on your food and wine weekend in Langhe, you can always trace the inevitable chocolate. Not to mention the great red wines – first of all Barolo and Barbaresco – to be savoured in the most renowned wineries of the area.

What to see in Langhe in two days

If you wonder "what to see in Langhe in two days", you should know that there are many attractions and villages to visit. A must see for a food and wine weekend is definitely Alba, made famous by the truffle festival. For this reason, we recommend that you visit it in October or November, so that you can enjoy the festive atmosphere even more. It is a family-friendly town, with large pedestrian squares where you can admire the stately palaces and churches – among which we recommend the Cathedral of St. Lawrence with its magnificent colours. What else to see in Langhe in two days? Surely Grinzane Cavour with its castle that was the home of the famous Count. The world white truffle auction takes place here every November. Finally, there is the village that gives its name to one of the best-known wines in the area: Barolo. Here too, you will find a magnificent castle, the Falletti castle, home to the museum of wine and the regional wine shop. For the more curious ones, the corkscrew museum, located a short distance away, is worth a stop.

Let us think wider towards our food and wine weekend in Piedmont

If Langhe is not enough and you are ready to go for a food and wine weekend in Piedmont, here is a rundown of the typical dishes. As for pasta courses, “Agnolotti del Monferrato” or “del plin”, is simply the most famous one; wonderful handmade ravioli stuffed with a mix of different stews and a hint of vegetables. Among main courses, let us give credit to Barolo braised beef (a stew of Fassone meat cooked for a long time in wine) and to our mixed fried platter in Piedmont style, a dish of poor origins, initially thought to avoid wasting less noble parts of the animals. Eventually, you cannot stand back from tasting Bagna Cauda during your food and wine weekend. Bagna Cauda is a simple dish made of a fairly strong sauce created with garlic, anchovies and extra virgin olive oil, in which we dip cooked and raw vegetables.

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Things to see and do in Langhe

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Tour Langhe

Things to see and do in Langhe

Langhe is a land that offers evocative places to discover and interesting activities to do, to visitors from all over the world.

What to see in Langhe: the village of Barolo

Langhe offers strong emotions all year round, thanks to the beautiful castles, quaint villages and ancient monuments. Let us not forget the wine bars full of excellent wines that are beautifully combined with local dishes. The heart of Langhe lies among the villages of Barolo, Grinzane Cavour, Serralunga and La Morra and of course the famous Alba. Stunning old manors and small medieval centres surround Barolo. The village is located on the hills and is nestled in a strategic position from which you can see vineyards one after another in an endless multitude of vines. A must see is undoubtedly the castle of the Marquis Falletti that houses the wine museum with its thematic paths through art, music, literature, history, traditions and cuisine. The top of the castle hosts a panoramic terrace that features breath-taking views of Langhe.

Must see in Langhe: Grinzane Cavour

As for the Langhe itineraries, Grinzane Cavour, a handful of kilometres from Barolo, cannot be missed out. The castle where Camillo Benso count of Cavour resided – whose manuscripts, furniture and the tricolour band, dating back to his time as mayor of the village, are preserved – is located on a hill and hosts the world truffle auction during the month of November. If you feel adventurous, you can join this fun activity and try to get one of the most prestigious mushrooms. The visit of this imposing, square-plan manor, marked by two angular towers, dating back to the 13th century, is therefore one of the highlights of the most classic Langhe itineraries. Here you can also visit the Ethnographic Museum that tells the story of truffles.

What to see in Alba

Among the best-known cities in Piedmont, particularly in Langhe area, you will find Alba, thanks to its countless events that attract thousands of tourists every year. If you wonder what to see in Alba, the first monument you should definitely visit is St. Lawrence Cathedral, one of the most important buildings. Located in Risorgimento Square, it is Gothic in style and features unusual red bricks. The interior is divided into three aisles in which beautiful colours stand out. Another thing to see in Alba is the Church of Magdalene, dating back to the second half of the 18th century. This church features a Piedmont baroque style, the interior is finely decorated and shows eight Corinthian columns that alternate with beautiful pilasters. The Town Hall, built on pre-existing Roman buildings and containing numerous pictorial and sculptural works, is also highly appreciated. Last but not least one should not miss out the countless towers, which is why the city has been dubbed "the city of hundred towers", originally built for defensive purposes to counter looting. The most preserved ones are the Bonino Tower, the Astesiano Tower and the Sineo Tower.

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Langhe winery visit

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Langhe winery visit

Visiting wineries in Langhe

Visiting wineries in Langhe is an experience that revives our senses and significantly increases our knowledge of wines, thanks to a professional sommelier.

A tour thought around wine tasting in Langhe

Diwine Tour organizes several wine tasting tours in Langhe, Roero and Monferrato. You will visit the best wineries, carefully selected by us, wine lovers and professional sommeliers, based on three fundamental aspects: the quality of wines, hospitality of the owners and uniqueness. We meet the producers and taste their wines to make sure the wine tasting and the overall experience is what we are looking for. During the visit of the cellar, your sommelier will unveil the secrets of cultivating vines and will introduce you to authentic family run wineries still tied to rural farming. With our wine tasting tours, you can discover Barolo, Barbaresco, Roero, Barbera and Altalanga, all great DOCGs of Piedmont.

Langhe wines: an extraordinary fertile wine region

Before wine tasting, it is always good to have a basic knowledge of what the wines of Langhe are. Among the varieties, one can find Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Barbera d’Alba, Verduno Pelaverga, Arneis and Moscato. Vines’ cultivation has ancient origins that date back to the Roman age. Such richness is due to the characteristics of the territory of Langhe, which is a sedimentary chalky-clayish marlstones interlaced by layers of sand, limestone and sandstones. The combination of these elements makes Langhe wine production extraordinarily rich.

Monferrato wines

Monferrato is undoubtedly home to a valuable viticulture besides offering beautiful castles, landscapes and ancient villages full of charm. The most renowned wines of Monferrato are Barbera del Monferrato, Barbera d’Asti, Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese and d’Asti, Freisa, Ruchè, Malvasia di Casorzo and Moscato. Red wines surely prevail, however, whites are not lacking. A peculiarity that makes Monferrato winery visit a unique experience is their architecture; from the underground cathedral of wines (UNESCO World Heritage) to those built with huge blocks of tuff originally used for homes.

Discovering Piedmont wines along the Barolo route

If you have chosen Langhe wine region to visit the places where the best Piedmont wines are produced, you cannot miss out the Barolo route, a true emotional journey that touches several villages including Alba, Roddi, La Morra, Barolo, Dogliani, Monforte d’Alba, Castiglione Falletto, Grinzane Cavour, Diano d’Alba.

The Barolo route winds through unique views, nature excursions and over three hundred literary references. Along this way, you will discover legends, monuments and local products, primarily the local truffles and wines from the oldest wineries. For food and wine enthusiasts, we especially recommend the visit of Neive, which, in addition to being one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, will take you to the heart of the production of the famous Barbaresco.

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Truffle hunting on the hills of Langhe

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How truffle hunting is conducted

Truffle hunting on the hills of Langhe

Truffle hunting means living a unique experience with a local hunter and his inseparable dog through the charming woods scattered around the UNESCO hills of Langhe. Diwine Tour will take care of making it possible. Truffle hunting: unique experience of its kind If you are looking for a fun and educational experience and wish to spend few hours in contact with such an unspoiled nature, truffle hunting in Langhe is then the activity for you. The stunning hills of Piedmont are just perfect for all truffle lovers who wish to go hunt in the woods with the hope of finding the real protagonist of the International White Truffle Fair of Alba, on stage every year in October and November. Diwine Tour provides the expertise of a real “Trifulau” (truffle hunter) and his dogs, thanks to whom you will discover the secrets behind the scenes and few tricks to find the best.

Let us go truffle hunting

First, you will receive all the instructions to reach the designated natural wood of Langhe where the truffle hunting will take place. Once there, you will meet the hunter, his dog and you will start the activity with a short briefing. The hunter will satisfy your curiosity and explain everything behind the complex world of truffles, from the ecosystem where it grows to the training techniques reserved to truffle dogs. In addition, you will learn how to recognize the typologies of truffle and how to use them in your kitchen. Thank to this experience you will certainly understand the reasons why truffle hunting is deeply rooted into the tradition of Langhe and why truffle is strongly protected by the locals. All you need to go truffle hunting is suitable shoes to walk in woods. Diwine Tour will provide boots if the soil gets particularly muddy by previous rain and torches if you opt for the night truffle hunt. This activity cannot take place in adverse weather conditions.

Day or night truffle hunt? Choice is yours

So, how does it all work? In order to grant a complete truffle hunting experience, the hunter will hide one truffle before the start. Not knowing its exact position the dog will have to trust his nose to find it, as for a real hunt. Often the truffles found during a day hunt are a bit more than just one, especially in season! Once we reach the wood the dog will start following the traces, trusting his nose until it will discover the right spot. After a lively digging, you may try to get it out the soil and smell it first! In alternative, you can try your luck with a night hunt a longer experience but the actual finding of the truffle cannot be granted. For this, you will need good physical conditions though. It lasts around 3 hours and it will be scheduled either around dawn or late at night with the help of good torches that Diwine Tour will provide. Going truffle hunting at night is always a surprise since finding truffles is not as granted, as fun would be.

Romantic weekend Monferrato

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Last minute romantic breaks

Romantic weekend in Monferrato

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner: so what better chance to spend a weekend with your lover among the wonders of Monferrato, rich in breath-taking landscapes and history?

Monferrato has inspired the writings of Pavese and Fenoglio and it’s just perfect to spend a romantic weekend. Let’s discover some of the activities you can enjoy in this fascinating place!

Why choose Piedmont for a romantic weekend?

Many people choose to cross borders for their romantic escape: Paris, Vienna and London are just some of the most popular cities. Well, Italy hosts some of the most enchanting places for a romantic escape!

Piedmont, for instance, combines food, wine landscape and history. Whether you choose this magnificent destination for a relaxing walk among the rows of vines and the old stone houses or for the pleasure of tasting excellent wines and traditional food, well you will be rewarded by extraordinary experiences!

Where to eat in Monferrato

Choosing Diwine Tour means living an experience tailored to your needs and preferences. If you wonder where to dine in Monferrato, Diwine Tour will lead you to the most authentic places that propose traditional Piedmont dishes, from the richness of the starters to main courses, until homemade desserts, all accompanied by great wines of the territory.

If you wish to bring back home some of the wines you enjoyed the most, Diwine will take care of deliver them to qualified International forwarders.

And if the thought of driving after a couple of glasses of wines worries you, Diwine will take care of it offering its guests a transport service on board their minivans, safety first!

A walk in Langhe

Langhe is the perfect place to enjoy landscapes with a simple walk that rejuvenate your souls and do not forget the quaint villages of Monferrato, UNESCO sites since 2014: impressive lands for their majesty and beauty. Imagine something better than breathing beauty from the top of a panoramic spot?

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Places to visit in Piedmont

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Travelling from north to south

Places to visit in Piedmont

It is well known, Italy is beautiful everywhere one goes, however, some places are just unique for their Natural heritage. Travelling from north to south, touching islands too, there is such a multitude of places worth a visit! Among these, Piedmont should not be missed out with its enchanting places: Barolo, Barbaresco, Roero and Monferrato... visitors are spoilt for choice!

A walk through the itineraries of Barolo

Whether you are a food and wine enthusiast or an art lover, the area of Barolo is a must see. Walking through the hills of Barolo one can admire stunning works of art, such as the colourful Chapel of Barolo decorated by Sol LeWitt and David Tremlett. In the early 1900s The Chapel was a simple and little church built as a shelter for farmers during adverse weather; around the 1970s the building became a property of the Ceretto family but remained in a progressive state of abandonment until the two artists, in 1999, brought it back to life with their unique and colourful decoration.

Another place not to miss is the Castle of Grinzane Cavour, former home of the Count Camillo Benso of Cavour who lived in the premises for 17 years, besides serving as mayor of the town that hosts the Castle. Needless to say, the surrounding landscape is strongly evocative of this historical period.

Certainly, one cannot live the country without visiting the historical cellars and indulge in a taste of the famous Barolo wine!

Barbaresco, what to see

What to see in Barbaresco? Visiting the small village of Barbaresco, that counts less than 700 inhabitants, you can discover an authentic corner of Piedmont. Walking through the narrow lanes, often populated with traditional stalls, you can taste and purchase a variety of food and wine products, including those made with truffles, one of the flagships of Piedmont. The Tower of Barbaresco deserves a special mention too: built in the 11th century, it was part of a complex system of defensive fortifications set on a sandstone base, it’s 36 meters high.

Monferrato, what to see

 If you find yourself in Monferrato wondering what to see, you will not be disappointed as many are the options. From the Castle of Camino nestled in a park of century-old trees and now turned in a lux B&B to the many works of Land Art, among which the famous Big Benches, giant benches you can climb and recall childhood while admiring the panoramas beyond.

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Spring tour in the Langhe wine region

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An active food & wine experience

Spring tour in the Langhe wine region

Spring is at the door and many are the reasons to regenerate even after a relatively short winter that has left us on the urge to breathe the scents of nature, to enjoy a beautiful sun shining day and to reactivate the senses with experiences that will enrich our souls!

Choose Langhe, Roero and Monferrato and find out the many activities planned among these wonderful UNESCO hills.

To awaken the enthusiasm, Diwine Tour has created a spring tour full of experiences:

- An e-bike ride through the Unesco vineyards of Barolo wine production area with a MTB guide

- A traditional Piedmontese lunch where you can choose among the many handmade signature dishes

- A walk in one of the enchanting medieval villages to discover the history of Barolo

- A guided tour of a winery and the tasting of its wines, with the undisputed Barolo

That's right, you can discover this corner of Piedmont with all your senses!

The day begins with the awakening of the body thanks to a nice bike ride in the vineyards. A MTB guide will take you among the beautiful trails of the Unesco hills through the most representative spots, such as the castle of Grinzane Cavour, the chapel of Barolo and the breathtaking lookout points. All abord a very modern e-bike, a valuable help uphill... a remarkable motivational boost even for the laziest explorers!

All the efforts will be surely rewarder by a fantastic lunch based on traditional handmade preparations in one of the nicest restaurants of the area. You can choose your preferred dishes à la carte and begin to prepare your senses with a tasting of a great wine to go with your food!

One of the most beautiful medieval towns will be the next stop... walking through the alleys of an enchanted village, admiring its authenticity, is not only a good way to facilitate digestion (food and wine are the flagships of Piedmont... therefore irresistible!) but also the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of what is behind a wine that will live up to your expectations, Barolo! Along with your private sommelier you will discover the reasons that bind wine to history and the fascinating geo-climatic conditions. Knowing the history, the local anecdotes, the methods of wine making and the mysterious differences among the crus will help to better appreciate the tour of a winery an especially the tasting.

Plan your spring wine and food tour now... Piedmont and Diwine Tour are waiting for you!

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