Day trip to the kingdom of Barbaresco red wine
Duration: 8 hours
Languages: EN, DE, ES, FR
Included in the Unesco World Heritage Site list, Barbaresco gives the name to a powerful red wine that is considered one of the symbols of Piedmont region in the world together with Barolo.
Our tour starts with the visit of Alba, the capital of the Langhe wine district. Then, following a charming and romantic route we reach Barbaresco.
We will be plunged in the atmosphere of wine and wine making. From the Tower of Barbaresco we can enjoy a wonderful view over the Tanaro River, the valley and the surrounding area covered with vineyards. The tour continues with a walk in the village centre and a visit to the Regional wine cellar dedicated to Barbaresco. Lunch in a typical restaurant. After lunch transfer to Neive. Placed in the middle of the Barbaresco area, Neive is today a charming little medieval village. But its history is much longer because Neive was founded by the Romans in the 1st Century B. C. Its name comes from the ” gens Naeive”. From the upper part of the village we can enjoy a wonderful view of the Barbaresco vineyards.
Inclusions: Car (or minibus), local guide, lunch, entrance tickets
Options: Wine tasting and grappa tasting
Exclusions: drinks, tips, whatever not listed in the inclusion section
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