Winery Tour with Wine Tasting and Local Food near Tortona
A genuine journey through Timorasso vineyards, cellar traditions, and the flavors of the Alessandria hills
This Timorasso wine tasting near Tortona brings you face to face with one of Piedmont's most distinctive white grape varieties, set among rolling hillside vineyards just a short drive from Alessandria and Asti. Over two hours, you will walk the estate, explore the cellar, and sit down to a tasting of five wines paired with seasonal homemade food.
Timorasso is a grape of rare character — almost lost to history, now celebrated for wines of remarkable depth and aging potential. The estate that hosts this experience has been among the pioneers of its revival, making this visit more than a standard cellar tour.
The landscape around Tortona provides a quiet, unhurried backdrop. Vine rows stretch across gentle slopes, and the air carries the mineral quality that defines this corner of southeastern Piedmont.
The food pairing moves with the seasons. What arrives at the table reflects what local producers are harvesting or preparing at that time of year, linking each wine to the culinary traditions of the area in a direct and unforced way.
Tour Highlights
Guided walk through the working vineyard estate with views of the surrounding Tortona hills.
In-depth cellar visit explaining the winemaking process from grape to bottle.
Tasting of five selected wines — two whites including Timorasso, and three reds.
Seasonal homemade snacks curated to complement each wine in the tasting flight.
Insight into the unique characteristics and revival story of the Timorasso varietal.
Non-alcoholic alternatives available for underage guests so everyone can take part.
What to Expect
Begin with a scenic walk around the vineyard estate. Your host introduces the landscape, the soils, and the grape varieties growing here, with particular attention to Timorasso and its place in this specific terroir.
Move inside for a guided tour of the winery. You will follow the production process from fermentation through aging, and learn what makes Timorasso wines distinctive in terms of structure, minerality, and complexity.
Sit down to taste five wines — two whites and three reds — selected to show the range of the estate's production. Each wine is presented with background on the vintage, the grape, and the winemaking choices behind it.
Homemade seasonal snacks accompany the tasting, prepared using local ingredients and traditional recipes. The pairing is designed to highlight both the food and the wine, giving you a complete picture of the region's culinary identity.
What Is Included
Included
- Guided vineyard walk on the estate
- Winery and cellar tour with explanations
- Tasting of five wines (two whites, three reds)
- Seasonal homemade food pairing
- Non-alcoholic drink for underage participants
Not Included
- Transportation to and from the winery
- Additional wine purchases
- Gratuities for the host
Important Information
Reserve Your Place
Spaces on this tasting experience are limited to keep the atmosphere personal and the attention to each guest genuine. Secure your visit to one of Piedmont's most distinctive wine estates.
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