Two days dedicated to discovering the iconic products of the Langhe area: a journey through fine wine, truffle and hazelnuts, set against the backdrop of stunning hills.
Overnight stay with breakfast at a winery.
Duration: 2 days, 1 night
Period: from March to early November
Number of participants: min. 2 max. 6 people
Price per person from: € 245.00
Services included:
- Overnight stay at an agriturismo in the heart of the Barolo Langhe, above a modern winery where the wines rest and come to life. Cozy rooms with a fantastic view over the Langhe landscape. Air conditioning and private bathroom, Wi-Fi, TV with digital channels and parking. Non-smoking rooms. Continental breakfast served from 9 to 10 am.
- Audio-guided tour of the wine-museum: the most innovative wine museum in Italy and one of the most important in the world, located in the heart of a territory renowned for its wines and within a castle with a thousand-year history.
- Winery and wine tasting with light lunch: the tasting includes fine wines paired with local typical products. The tasting will in fact be a light lunch consisting of (sample menu, which may vary by season): mini pizzas, focaccia, frittatas, pear and walnut salad with robiola, spelt salad, mozzarella and cherry tomato skewers, charcuterie and cheese board — all paired with 3/4 wines.
- Truffle hunting: far from being a mere "tourist" experience, the truffle hunting excursions will lead you to discover the traditions linked to truffles and the different varieties and harvesting seasons. A 1.5–2 hour truffle-hunting walk, with your guide — the trifolao — and his dog at your disposal to share all the secrets of the mysterious world of truffles: their characteristics, harvesting methods, seasons, and many other curiosities. At the end, a tasting of typical local products such as cured meats and cheeses, accompanied by a glass of local wine.
- Hazelnut tasting: the experience begins with a guided tour of the hazelnut grove and then of the production facility, during which you will discover the curiosities and secrets behind the unmistakable flavor of this fruit. You will be guided through to a final tasting, featuring both sweet and savory products. Sweet tasting: hazelnuts, bread and spreads, hazelnut cake Savory tasting: salted hazelnuts, canapés All accompanied by a glass of local wine.
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