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Small-Group Barolo Wine Tasting, Alba & UNESCO Piedmont Hills
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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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What's Included
Included
- Stop at a UNESCO-listed castle or panoramic viewpoint (Panoramic viewpoint on Tuesdays)
- Walking tour and free time in Alba
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Visit to a family-run winery with cellar access
- Licensed, professional English-speaking tour guide
- Guided tasting of 7 Langhe DOC & DOCG red wines, including Barolo
Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time is included in the total duration.
Itinerary
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.
Duration: 120 minutes
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.
Duration: 120 minutes
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.
Duration: 60 minutes
📍 Meeting Point
Starting Point
Please be at the meeting time by 9:15. We will pick you up along the way coming from Milano Centrale train station
PLEASE LET US KNOW IN THE NOTES IF YOU ARE JOINING AT THIS MEETING POINT
End Point
Please be at the meeting time by 9:15. We will pick you up along the way coming from Milano Centrale train station
PLEASE LET US KNOW IN THE NOTES IF YOU ARE JOINING AT THIS MEETING POINT
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 10 hours and 30 minutes. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- 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
- Licensed, professional English-speaking tour guide
...and more
The starting point is: This pick up point is 10 minutes away by subway or 20 minutes by UBER/TAXI from DUOMO. Please be at the meeting time by 9:15. We will pick you up .... We recommend using Google Maps to easily reach the meeting location.
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.