Walk and Wine in Piedmont - Exploring the Terroir of Barolo and Barbaresco

Join Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine on one of our unique small group walking adventures, as we discover the picturesque terroir of the twin giants of Piedmont, Barbaresco and Barolo. One of Italy’s legendary wine regions, Barolo is renowned perhaps more than any other Italian wine for its capability to age and develop complexity over many years. A great wine results from unique terroir, and the magnificent vineyards of this region are as celebrated for their physical beauty as well as their wines. In 2014, the World Heritage Committee of the United Nations body added the ‘vineyard landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato to its elite group of cultural and natural sites, in recognition of both their natural beauty as well as distinguished wine tradition.

Our daily explorations visit vineyards, wineries, the notable wine towns and small hamlets of the area, with new discoveries around each corner -  sensational wines; the gourmet cuisine of Piedmont, from stuffed pastas to truffles; history and local culture. We travel slowly, immersing ourselves in Barolo's top Crus, including Cannubi, Rocche dell’Annunziata, Ginestra, Cerequio. Our wine tastings emphasize quality over quantity; good discussions rather than multiple visits per day. Our afternoons provide an opportunity to relax and explore our new destination, with daily private wine tastings and wonderful meals featuring the best in local cuisine. Our owners, Vernon McClure ("Italy's Best Local Guides 2013") and Kathy Bechtel, an Italian Wine Professional, personally lead each tour, limiting the group to 8 participants. Our intimate journeys are created to introduce our guests to the truly authentic Italy we visit; we are unique in our local expertise, from the most scenic vistas and hidden glimpses into history, to the regional foods and indigenous wines we find along the way.

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Our seven day/six night Piedmont Walk and Wine Roads adventure:

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$ 4400 - 5400 USD ppdo*. The higher price includes high end boutique hotels and Cru wines. Other price points are available.

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A few highlights of our tour:

• Daily walks through the UNESCO recognized countryside of the Langhe region in Piedmont
• Visits to historic castles and producers and other venues as we experience the history and culture of this region
• Daily tastings - lots of fun as we learn from the locals to appreciate of the nuances of Barolo wines, their pride and joy!
• Private winery tours
• 6 nights in smaller unique inns located in the renowned wine towns of Barolo and Barbaresco, with fine dining and tasting venues right outside your door
• Private cooking class
• Feast on regional specialties - agnolotti, tajarin, truffles, hazelnuts

Our tour includes:

• Limited to 8 participants maximum
• 6 nights accommodations at 3 star or better hotels
• All ground transfers
• All breakfasts, snacks on the road as we bike, 3 dinners; the dinners include local wines
• Hands on cooking class
• Daily wine tastings
• All tips, gratuities, and local taxes
• Any entry fees to museums, villas, other venues we may visit
• Services of Vernon and Kathy throughout the trip

To sign up, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We personally work with each and every guest to answer all questions, and make sure our trip is customized to your abilities and preferences. We're also happy just to chat, and hear how you would like to travel.

* Single supplement of $300