Barolo & Barbaresco Wine Tour with the Winemaker
Wine Tastings in Piedmont with An Expert Winemaker
Barolo & Barbaresco Tour with a Winemaker is an 8-hour day trip from Alba to the Langhe wine region, in the heart of Piedmont.
Set off with a scenic drive to the vineyard-clad hills of the Barolo and Barbaresco wine valleys, located, respectively, on the western and eastern side of the town of Alba, on the right bank of the Tanaro River.
A local, passionate, and knowledgeable winemaker unravels the winemaking process, the soil’s complexity, and the diversity of each wine district.
Three different wine tastings are set in the aging premises of top-rated, small to medium-sized wine producers of Piedmont, including the wine cellar owned by the winemaker’s family.
The tour allows one to get familiar with local grape varietals such as Barbera, Dolcetto, and Arneis; however, it primarily focuses on how Nebbiolo grapes evolve with the terroir in which they are grown.
If you’re a wine enthusiast looking for an immersive and informative experience, our Barolo & Barbaresco Wine Tour with a Winemaker will not disappoint.
- 8 hours
- From Alba
- Up to 8 Guests
Tour Highlights
- A friendly, English-speaking winemaker
- Visit 3 renowned wineries
- Premium Wine Tastings with Exclusive Single Vineyard Labels or Vintages
- Transportation included
- Pick-up available from hotels around Alba
Reviews
This tour exceeded our expectations! We had a wonderful time. Our guide Giovanni is very knowledgeable about the wine business since he is a winemaker himself. He’s also very personable and fun to be with. (…) This tour was a wonderful experience that we will remember for many years to come. We wholeheartedly recommend it! Tulio C. – June 2023
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Important Info
Pricing & Availability
Every day at 10:00 AM
- 220€ per person
- When booking online, the booking system may add extra fees. To avoid this, you can also book via email (up to 7 days in advance) and pay through bank transfer. Please inquire at info@meetpiemonte.com
What’s Included
The rate includes:
- Transport on luxury van available 8 hours (from 10am to 6pm)
- Visit 3 different wineries
- Premium tastings of 4-5 wines in each winery
- The expertise of a local and friendly English-speaking Winemaker
- VAT 22%
- Tour Operator Limited Liability Insurance
The rate does not include:
- Lunch
- Any other meal, tasting, entrance fee, transfer, personal expense, tips and anything else not mentioned above in the field “The rate includes”
Meeting place
Meet in Piazzale Cleto Giovannoni, at the corner with Via Vivaro (by the newsstand)
The pickup from your hotel can be arranged within a range of 10 km from Alba. Please ask at the time of booking.
Things to know
NOTE ABOUT PRIVATE TOURS
- The tour of the wine cellar and the wine tasting may be shared with a few other guests of the winery
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
- Read the full terms and conditions here.
Itinerary
Vineyards of Barolo & Barbaresco with an expert Winemaker
The Barolo & Barbaresco Wine Tour with a Winemaker begins in the town of Alba, where you will be greeted in a luxury 8-seat van.
First, enjoy a scenic ride through the Langhe hills, along panoramic wine routes that wind through quaint hamlets topped with medieval castles in the wine valleys of Barolo and Barbaresco, located on the western and eastern sides of Alba, respectively.
We visit our winemaker’s home and its family-run cellar overlooking the vineyards of Piedmont. Enjoy a tasting of at least four premium wines among the highest appellations of the region.
Wine Tour in Piedmont with the Winemaker
Next, the winemaker takes you to the Barolo wine region to visit a renowned winery with award-winning wines. Step inside the aging room and enjoy a generous wine tasting, including a comparison of different types and vintages of Barolo aged in oak.
This wine tour in Piedmont continues with the insight from our local winemaker as you stroll around one of the villages of the Langhe Hills.
For lunch (not included in the tour cost), you can follow the guidance of the winemaker and grab a quick bite in one of the traditional trattoria (around 30€ for a couple of courses) or wander around at your own pace.
The Barolo and Barbaresco Wine Valleys
The Barolo & Barbaresco Wine Tour with a Winemaker ends in the wine district of Barbaresco on the easter side of Alba.
The Barbaresco wine valley spreads across the towns of Treiso, Neive, and Barbaresco, as well as a small part of Alba, known as San Rocco Seno d’Elvio.
In this area, the hills have a lower average elevation than in the Barolo wine region, and the soil contains minerals and a microclimate that benefits from its proximity to the Tanaro River. Hills are shaped into natural amphitheaters, allowing the river breeze to reach the grapes and influence their ripening.
It’s time for the third wine tasting of the day, centered around Barbaresco wine produced on prestigious hillsides and appreciating a different shade that Nebbiolo grapes can give.
Lastly, a short transfer back to Alba ends a fantastic day spent with the winemaker.
