Piedmont Food and Wine
Piedmont Food and Wine
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We offer exclusive wine tours, cookery classes and tasting events, so you can experience the delicious food and wines from the Piedmont region of Italy, including: Barolo, Bararesco, Gavi, Moscato, Grappa, Chocolate, hazelnuts, black and white Truffles and many more gastronomic treats. We design each trip or event to your specific preferences and requirements, with the aim of providing an unforgettable and memorable experience.
Vinchio, Piedmont, Italy
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2023
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Thomas C
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
We had a wonderful time on the Truffle Hunt tour. Simon was highly informative on the Piemonte region as a whole and was a great guide. We had a great hunting experience with Gino the Truffle Hunter. After the hunt we had an amazing afternoon of incredible food and wine. It was a great day. In fact we ate so much we cancelled dinner. We would highly recommend this travel company and the experience was memorable.
Written 1 November 2023
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SpineDoc305
Miami, FL24 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
We cannot recommend enough our experience with Piedmont food and wine. Especially for English-speaking persons visiting the region, this is a tremendous resource to have an authentic and local experience, but also engage in a way with which you can have real learning opportunities and takeaways without language barriers. We spent our day with Julia, and had a full and adventurous experience, while also learning a large amount about the local wine, designations and DOCG’s. Whether you are an experienced aficionado, or just simply looking to learn about Piedmontese, wine and cuisine, I can’t imagine another resource that would compare. I would also note that all tours are effectively customizable and you can work directly with staff to pre-specify exactly what you’re hoping to experience and focus on. This is not for those who desire, generic, and/or a big tour bus group experiences. Thank you Julia and Simon for an amazing and unforgettable experience.
Written 10 October 2023
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Jilli333
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Sep 2023 • Family
This day was SO much fun - a highlight of our trip. Julia and Simon were gracious hosts, helping us with every bit of planning - even personally picking us up from our accommodation as we didn't have transport.
The day starts around 9 and though we thought we'd be back at our accommodation by 4pm, we lingered over a leisurely lunch, homecooked by a local family. It's a really special experience and highly recommended for not only the truffle but the small production wine you'll try, characters you'll meet and memories you'll keep forever. Carve out a day for this one so you don't feel rushed!
The day starts around 9 and though we thought we'd be back at our accommodation by 4pm, we lingered over a leisurely lunch, homecooked by a local family. It's a really special experience and highly recommended for not only the truffle but the small production wine you'll try, characters you'll meet and memories you'll keep forever. Carve out a day for this one so you don't feel rushed!
Written 10 October 2023
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Alex C
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Sep 2023 • Couples
We had a wonderful time with Luca on a two-day wine tour of Barbaresco, Nieve and Trieso. This was our second visit with Luca after meeting him last year for a one-day wine tour of Barolo and Barbaresco. He knew we preferred Barbaresco so this year we stuck to the Barbaresco regions and learned about the nuances of delicious Barbaresco. We went to a castle that has been producing wine since the 1700s and still has the equipment from the era - seeing it was like a trip back in time. We also visited several small wine producers whose families have been producing wine for generations. Delicious lunches on both days with truffles - top notch. We also went to a wine producer/resort in Trieso that we are thinking about staying at next year while visiting with Luca on another Barbaresco tour. Fantastic experience every time. Thank you Luca!
Written 1 October 2023
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Rosanne A
Cape Cod, MA44 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Julia and Simon have created a memorable experience with local guide Gino and his dog Billy. Afterwards Gino’s wife and son treated us to an amazing lunch, using a truffle we found, and wines from his cellar. Warm, hospitable, delicious, an experience to treasure!
Written 30 September 2023
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stephen c
2 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
The trip was a very special experience. We had gone last year and liked it so much we rebooked the tour. Amazing!
Written 28 September 2023
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Hilltop1954
Preston, UK6 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Simon was informative , knowledgeable and extremely good company for our full day out wine tasting with lunch.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
Written 5 September 2023
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Shannon M
2 contributions
Jun 2023
Julia was a phenomenal guide from start to end! She led our party of 12 through the three areas of Monferrato, Langhe, and Roero with a personalized touch and unique tastings. Her knowledge is beyond compare and her attention to detail was so appreciated. She also helped coordinate a chef’s meal and pairing at our rented villa, which many said was the best meal of their life! We would not hesitate to use Julia again for another visit!
Written 18 June 2023
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john k
Manhattan Beach, CA6 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Highest recommendation for a personalized Piedmont experience that included wine tasting in Barolo and Barbaresco, an amazing lunch recommendation in Barbaresco and a truffle hunt in the woods with expert truffle hunters (human and canine!) We actually found 2 black truffles! We learned so much about the area and wonderful people. Matteo was a wonderful guide, full of information and flexible to whatever we wanted to do, taking us everywhere we wanted to go. This is the BEST way to experience Piedmont.
Written 30 April 2023
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Philippa B
Oxford, UK4 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Simon and Julia were the most superb hosts and guides. Not only is their local knowledge of Piedmont extensive but their passion for the area, it’s produce, people, food and wine very evident in all they do. We had the most brilliantly organised long weekend that enabled us not only to see a huge amount of all Piedmont has to offer, but to seriously relax at the same time. It felt like we had a secret address book to the region thanks to these guys, and nothing they do felt “touristy” in the way that some guided and organised excursions can. I can’t recommend them highly enough and will definitely be returning to see more of the region.
Written 27 October 2022
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mic mui c
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Hi have been sending through email concerning wine tasting trip on 9/6 for 2 adults. Havent got a reply yet so would like to know if it is better to ask here
Wonder if truffle hunting can be done in one day ? Thanks
The truffle hunting event we recently enjoyed lasted about three hours in total, so you could have truffle hunting mid-morning followed by lunch and then one or two tastings in the afternoon. Hope that helps.
Where do you make reservations for tasting Borolo near Alba?
Brinkygirl
Denton, TX18 contributions
We went to a couple of great wineries near Alba. I would strong recommend Costa Di Bussia. Great wine. Julia from Piedmont Food and Wine took us there and can find you other great places as well.
managerscard
Chicago, IL8 contributions
I was wondering if you are able to get appointments at Gaja because I know that really no one is able to. It is my girlfriend's favorite (and first) wine, I was truly hoping to surprise her with a tour here if it's at all possible.
Hi, I've been trying to get in touch w/ you via the email address on your website but haven't heard a response yet. Is this a better way to communicate? We are a family of 3 from the US (2 adults, 1 child - 4 years) and interested in a cooking course (pizza or local menu) and possibly private wine tour for high-end wineries. We have been on several wine tours so our tastes are a bit discriminate. Please advise. Thank you. Our dates are 30 Aug - 1 Sept.
JBarnaby
Vinchio, Italy1 contribution
Dear Jennifer, apologies for the delay getting back to you. I have been checking availability for the cooking class for you and your family and will respond to you on email tomorrow.
Artyomarm
Yerevan, Armenia8 contributions
Me and my wife planing wine and Truffel hunting tour in Piedmont in the middle of September for 3-4 days. Can you organize for us full package ( hotel, visiting Barolo and Barbaresco, food...)?
Hope you can help us.
Please send me your proposal on my email:
JBarnaby
Vinchio, Italy1 contribution
Thanks for your enquiry. Please can you give me your email address? You can send it By WhatsApp to +447813924742
hi! I will be visiting turin on the 7th of july and on my way to genoa on the 9th of july i would like to visit the asti region. i would like to visit the barolo valley for drinks and lunch. what tours can you offer for a day trip? help!
JBarnaby
Vinchio, Italy1 contribution
Dear Zara, are you travelling alone? And do you plan to stay at a hotel in Asti on 8th July ?
326renef
Cascais, Portugal11 contributions
We are visiting Alba and Asti area 19 and 20 October 2018 and would like to 1) go on a truffle hunt with a guide and his/her dog and
2) visit and try some good Roero Arneis whites and Barolo and Barbaresco reds
Any recommendations/contacts would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks Rene
JBarnaby
Vinchio, Italy1 contribution
Dear Rene, thanks for contacting us. We are able to organise all the activities you have mentioned. Can you please send us an email and we will be able to send you some suggested itineraries and pricing information. If you search ‘Piedmont Food and Wine’ you will find our website and can contact us from there. Kind regards, Julia
Anikaw1234
Randers, Denmark9 contributions
Hi, how do I get in touch with a trufflehunter? Can I book a guide here or Maybe on Facebook ? Please do send me an e-mail or text me here.
JBarnaby
Vinchio, Italy1 contribution
Hi, sorry for the late response, I just saw your question now! We can organise a truffle hunt for you. Please let us know when you are coming, where you will be staying and if you have your own transport.
robertpaulmay
The Woodlands, TX
My wife and I are attending a wine event in Strasbourg on October 19-22, 2018. We would like to do a truffle hunt along with a wine, food, and sightseeing tour (3-4 days) in the Piedmont region with nice accommodations, Michelin star restaurants, etc. Can you please recommend an itinerary and provide pricing? Thanks.