TASTING TRAILS OF PIEDMONT
Our villas are just 15 km from Alba, the capital of wine and truffles, and 20 km from Bra, a small town that saw the blossoming of the famous Slow Food movement; located off the beaten track, they are both worth a detour.
Alba is the dynamic centre of the Langhe, a crossroads of historical, cultural and gastronomic interest. Built in a spectacular hilltop position, the town is renowned for its centuries of passion for fine food and wine. Shops and wine bars nestling along its ancient alleys and prestigious squares sell local delicacies that will satisfy even the most sophisticated palates.
To further heighten the taste experience, Bra stands as a champion of quality and sustainability in the field of good food and fine wines. This is not just a business card: every step in the village becomes an opportunity to catapult yourself into the world of local products, created by the encounter between nature, savoir-faire and the inhabitants’ desire to preserve the past.
GOLDEN GRAPES
Together with Roero and Monferrato, the Langhe area has also been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2014. Although it shares some special features with the neighbouring areas, the district is distinctively characterised above all by the huge numbers of prestigious vineyards, refined hilltop villages and sombre slopes.
While wandering through the cobbled streets of Barolo, you may happen to breathe in the intense fragrance of the wine that bears the name of this delightful little town, while in La Morra it is worth stopping to contemplate the silhouettes of the hills at sunset from the natural balconies perched over the vineyards. The ancient walls of Monforte d’Alba will invite you to delve deeper into the tales of a glorious past and visit the jewel in the crown of Serralunga d’Alba, its mighty castle.
In the Langhe, pleasure is appreciated in small sips, savouring a glass of Barbaresco and a stroll among the hazelnut groves of Cortemilia, where the silence is broken solely by the rustling of leaves and distant birdsong. A land that urges you to abandon the frenzied humdrum and become dizzy with its exclusive charm.
TURIN: TIME-HONOURED SPLENDOUR AND IMMORTAL CHARM
The stately profile of Turin – the erstwhile capital of Italy and birthplace of the Savoy dynasty – displays all its magnificence from the top of its hills. The city lies between the banks of the River Po and the snow-capped peaks of the Alps boasting its most emblematic building: the iconic Mole Antonelliana.
Visiting Turin is like moving relentlessly from one historical era to the next and seeking insights into the complex plot that recounts its history: ancient Roman ruins intertwine with the mediaeval atmosphere of its churches, or with the Baroque or Art Nouveau splendour of its majestic buildings. Many of them are home to internationally renowned museums (such as, for example, the highly important Egyptian Museum), prestigious libraries that can be visited upon request, historic cafés where you can stop for refreshment and unleash your imagination.
One of the reasons for Turin’s charm is the crucial part it has played in Italy’s economic history, having earned itself the role of capital of the car industry. Similarly, the city has now become the central focus of a vibrant art scene, hosting cultural events and countless festivals that have turned it into a theatre-stage for endless encounters and new discoveries.
