Welcome to Piedmont (Piemonte), the birthplace of the Slow Food Movement! If you’re a food lover traveling through Italy, this region is a must-visit for its authentic, traditional dishes and world-famous wines like Barolo and Barbaresco.
Welcome to Piedmont (Piemonte), the birthplace of the Slow Food Movement! If you’re a food lover traveling through Italy, this region is a must-visit for its authentic, traditional dishes and world-famous wines like Barolo and Barbaresco.
Harvest can be done either by machine or by hand. Most vineyards in the Langhe and Monferrato areas because of the steep hills tend to harvest by hand. While in some flatter vineyards for the use of Moscato there has been some experimenting going on with machine harvesters. So far the results are quite good.
The term natural wine derived from a subcultural wine movement in the 1980’s taken from the French term “vin sans soufre”. By the late 1990’s came the term “vin naturel” that was given to this genre of winemaking. In the beginning it was more about working organic or biodynamic with no additions to the wine during the winemaking process, taking out the chemicals in vineyards and trying a bit of a holistic or natural approach to creating these wines.
Thinking about traditional Piemontese cuisine, some words immediately come to mind_ tajarin, agnolotti, bunet! But when did this tradition begin?
Exploring a local farmers’ market is one of the most authentic ways to experience everyday life in Piedmont. Below you’ll find a day-by-day guide to weekly markets across the Langhe, Roero and surrounding areas, so you can plan your stay around fresh produce, local specialties and real village life.
Bringing home a few bottles of Piedmontese wine is one of the most satisfying ways to extend your trip — especially when you’ve discovered small, family-run wineries or special vintages you won’t find anywhere else. Below, you’ll find a clear, practical guide on how to fly with wine safely, legally, and without surprises at the airport.
Visiting wineries is something everyone thinks about when traveling through Piedmont, but few realize how essential coopers are to the identity and evolution of great wines. Barrels shape aromas, structure, and longevity — and exploring a traditional cooperage offers a rare, fascinating look inside the craft that silently defines some of the world’s finest reds.
Winter may not be the first season that comes to mind when planning a trip to Italy’s wine regions — yet it’s one of the most atmospheric times of the year. With quieter roads, slower rhythms, and a festive spirit in the air, visiting in winter offers a completely different way to experience Italian culture, food, and wine.
Many travelers arrive in Piemonte for the wine — but behind every vineyard, every hillside, and every glass, there’s a deeper story. This article shares one of those personal journeys, lived among Nebbiolo grapes, mountain meals, and the unique rhythm of life in the Langhe.