Wine Tasting and Food Pairings in Langhe and near Alba
A guided journey through the wines and flavors of Langhe and Roero, rooted in Piedmontese tradition.
This wine tasting experience in Langhe invites you to explore the celebrated territory bordering Langhe and Roero, discovering wines crafted from native varieties and regional foods shaped by centuries of local tradition. The setting is an established winery near Alba, widely regarded as the heart of Piedmontese wine culture.
The 90-minute session opens with a guided winery tour that traces the full production cycle, from vineyard management to bottling, giving context to the wines you will later taste. Expert staff present six wines in structured sequence, covering both white and red expressions as well as a final passito dessert wine.
A selection of authentic regional foods accompanies each stage of the tasting, including three distinct local cheeses, two styles of salame, roasted Piedmontese hazelnuts, and a hazelnut-based dessert. The pairing is intentional and instructive, designed to illustrate the relationship between the territory's food and wine.
Experience Highlights
Taste six wines across three appellations, including Roero Arneis, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Roero, and a concluding passito.
Sample three prestigious local cheeses: Robiola di Roccaverano, Tuma d'alpeggio, and aged Castelmagno della Val Grana.
Enjoy traditional cured meats including Salame Crudo and Salame Cotto, both presented in the regional style.
Taste roasted Piedmontese hazelnuts, a protected local product recognized internationally for its quality.
Begin with an exclusive guided tour of the winery to understand the winemaking process from vine to bottle.
Guided commentary from experienced staff throughout the tasting, covering varietals, terroir, and pairing rationale.
Itinerary
Arrive at the winery near Alba and begin with a guided walk through the production facilities. The tour covers vineyard practices, fermentation, and aging processes specific to Langhe and Roero wines.
The tasting opens with two selections of Roero Arneis, the signature white varietal of the Roero hills. Staff will explain the characteristics of this wine and how the local terrain shapes its profile.
Move through three red wines including Barbera, Nebbiolo, and Roero, each paired with regional cheeses and cured meats. The pairing sequence is designed to highlight how food textures and wine structure interact.
A focused tasting of Robiola di Roccaverano, Tuma d'alpeggio, and Castelmagno della Val Grana accompanies the red wine flight. Salame Crudo and Salame Cotto are served alongside, representing two distinct curing traditions.
Roasted Piedmontese hazelnuts and a hazelnut-based torta or pastry are presented as the transition to the final phase. These products reflect the agricultural identity of the area surrounding Alba.
The session concludes with a glass of passito, a sweet dessert wine paired with the hazelnut cake. Staff provide a brief overview of the passito production method before the close of the experience.
What Is Included
Included
- Guided winery tour
- Tasting of two Roero Arneis white wines
- Tasting of three red wines: Barbera, Nebbiolo, and Roero
- Glass of passito dessert wine
- Robiola di Roccaverano cheese
- Tuma d'alpeggio cheese
- Castelmagno della Val Grana cheese
- Salame Crudo and Salame Cotto
- Roasted Piedmontese hazelnuts
- Hazelnut torta or pastry dessert
- Expert staff guidance throughout
Not Included
- Transport to and from the winery
- Additional beverages outside the tasting
- Gratuities
- Personal travel insurance
Important Information
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