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Small-Group Barolo Wine Tasting, Alba & UNESCO Piedmont Hills

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Discover Barolo — often called the “King of Wines and the Wine of Kings” — on a small-group journey from Milan into the vineyard hills of the Langhe, a UNESCO World Heritage wine landscape.

Travel in a comfortable small group with an English-speaking guide.

The first stop is Alba, the world capital of white truffles and the birthplace of Nutella. Enjoy 2 hours of free time to stroll the historic center and enjoy lunch.

From Alba, continue into the Barolo wine region to visit a family-run winery with spectacular views over the Langhe hills. Enter the traditional cellar, meet the producers, and enjoy a guided tasting of 7 wines, including Barolo, while learning about local vineyards and winemaking traditions.

The day also includes a stop at Grinzane Cavour Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by vineyards and one of the iconic viewpoints in the Langhe.

(On Tuesdays, when the castle is closed, the stop is replaced by a panoramic viewpoint in La Morra or Barbaresco.)

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  • Stop at a UNESCO-listed castle or panoramic viewpoint (Panoramic viewpoint on Tuesdays)
  • Walking tour and free time in Alba
  • Travel in a private van
  • Lunch local recommendations provided
  • Optional
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
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Alba

Alba is known for its historic charm, excellent cuisine, and the famous White Truffle Fair, held on weekends in October and November.Explore the medieval towers and the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, the town’s main cathedral.Browse local shops for some of the world’s best hazelnut cream, or enjoy lunch in a small, traditional restaurant serving Piedmont specialties such as fresh egg pasta and veal with tuna sauce.
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Barolo

Visit a family-run winery in a panoramic setting surrounded by vineyards. Enter the cellars and learn directly from the winemakers about the production of Barolo, a strictly regulated wine made only from Nebbiolo grapes, with precise rules governing vineyard location, aging, and classification.Discover how each hill and vineyard has its own name and character, influencing structure, aroma, and aging potential.Taste at least six DOC and DOCG red wines, sometimes seven, including Barolo, during a guided tasting focused on quality, terroir, terroir expression, and local tradition.
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Castello Di Grinzane Cavour

Enjoy a visit to a medieval castle listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering panoramic views over the Langhe hills and surrounding vineyards.Inside the castle, visit the historic wine shop, considered the oldest in the Piedmont region, and learn about its close connection to Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour.Cavour played a key role in the development of Barolo wine, promoting modern winemaking methods and helping transform Barolo from a local product into an internationally respected wine.Please note: on Tuesdays, when the castle is closed, the visit is replaced with a stop at a panoramic viewpoint in La Morra, known for some of the best vineyard views in the Barolo region.
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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travel time is included in the total duration.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Barolo Wine Tasting, Alba & UNESCO Piedmont Hills?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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  • Stop at a UNESCO-listed castle or panoramic viewpoint (Panoramic viewpoint on Tuesdays)
  • Walking tour and free time in Alba
  • Travel in a private van
  • Visit to a family-run winery with cellar access
  • Guided tasting of 7 Langhe DOC & DOCG red wines, including Barolo
  • Licensed, professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Lunchlocal recommendations provided
  • Optional
  • Hotel pickup and drop off

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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  • Travel time is included in the total duration.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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