Tourism and Ospitality
The municipalities of the Unionea summary of the member municipalities of the Unione
Wine and Fooda description of the celebrated wines of the Langhe, like Barolo, and local delicacies
How to reach the Langhemaps, road directions, means of transport for reaching our hills
Regional wine shopsRegional wine exhibition centres, municipal wine cellars, and wine shops established by Regional Law no. 37/80
History and Culturehistorical outlines of the Langhe and Barolo area and the full list of noteworthy places, museums and art galleries
The Castles of the Langhean enchanting castle, rich in legend can be found on almost every hill in this area
Itineraries
Shopping and Servicesfarms, artisan, manufacturing and services sector firms.
Restaurants and entertainment list of the eateries where you can taste traditional dishes, have a snack and enjoy yourself.
Accommodationhotels, B&B, holiday farms, camping sites, apartments, etc.
Wineriesthe Unione counts up to over 200 wine growers and producers.
Photo GalleryPictures of the Langhe
Regional wine exhibition centres, municipal wine cellars, wine shops
Regional “enoteche” (wine exhibition centres) were established by regional law no. 37/80 providing guidelines for their recognition and promotion (art. 3 and 6). In Piedmont, at present, there are ten and together with the 18 “Botteghe del Vino” (Wine shops) – “Cantine Comunali” (Municipal Wine Cellars), they are a very effective means for enhancing and promoting local wine making.
Enoteca Regionale Cavour (Cavour Regional Wine Cellar)
For over 30 years the imposing thirteenth-century castle of Grinzane Cavour _ an important landmark in the Alba district _ has housed the most prestigious of the Piedmontese regional wine cellars, with its rich collection of Piedmontese wines and grappa that are strictly selected by the Order of the Knights of the Truffles and Wines of Alba. This noble building was Count Camillo Benso di Cavour’s residence. Today some of his rooms as well as the ethnographical museum are open to visitors. In the castle there is also a restaurant where you can taste typical Piedmontese dishes. Also, the Grinzane Cavour Prize for literature is held here each year.
Wines: Barolo, Barbera d'Alba, Dolcetto d'Alba, Grappa, Barolo Chinato.
Regional Enoteca Piemontese Cavour
Grinzane Cavour - Via Castello, 5
Tel. 0173.262159 - Fax 0173.231343
info@castellogrinzane.com - www.castellogrinzane.com
Hours: from April to October 9.30 - 19.00 (last admission to the museum at 18.30) – from November to March 9.30 - 18.00 (last admission to the museum at 17.30) Closed: Tuesday (except from September 1 to November 15) - Free entry - Wine tasting.
Telephone: +39 (0)173 262459
Fax:: +39 (0)173 262159
Enoteca regionale del Barolo (Regional Barolo wine cellar)
The Barolo wine cellar_ housed in the castle of Barolo, once Marchesi Falletti’s residence _ was established in 1983 by the eleven municipalities of Barolo DOCG production area. It is a prestigious showcase for Barolo wine from various vintages and producers. It is possible to make wine tasting and buy wine. It was just in the cellars of this castle that the first Barolo was made, more than one century ago. Today such cellars house an ethnographical museum and the Marchesi Falletti’s library, that was run by Silvio Pellico.
Wines: Barolo, Barbera d'Alba, Dolcetto d'Alba, Barolo Chinato
Events: 1st week of May, presentation new vintage Barolo – 2nd week of/in September, Barolo festival - November, St Martin’s Day.
Regional Enoteca of Barolo
Barolo - P.zza Falletti
Tel. 0173.56277 - Fax 0173.560512
barolo@baroloworld.it - www.baroloworld.it
Opening hours: 10.00 - 12.30; 15.00 - 18.30
Closed on Thursday and in January
Please book guided tours.
Free entry - Wine tasting.
Cantina Comunale di La Morra (Municipal Wine Cellar of La Morra)
La The Municipal Wine Cellar of La Morra is an association including at present about 50 local wine growers and producers. In the district of La Morra, about 750 hectares are planted with vineyards which produce DOC wines: they account for 35% of the total production of Barolo wine of the 11 municipalities included in the Barolo zone. The municipal wine cellar was established in 1973 with the purpose of promoting and enhancing the image of local wines. It is housed in the eighteenth-century cellars of the Marchese di Barolo’s palace and is run by local producers.
Wines: Barolo, Dolcetto d'Alba, Barbera d'Alba, Langhe Rosso, and Nebbiolo.
Events: art exhibitions lasting a fortnight (in the exhibition area); wine tasting, dinners, contests.
Cantina Comunale di La Morra
La Morra
Tel. 0173.509204 - Fax 0173.509043
Opening hours: 10.00 - 12.30; 14.30 - 18.30
Closed on Tuesday
Free entry - Wine tasting
info@cantinalamorra.com www.cantinalamorra.com
Cantina Comunale di Castiglione Falletto (Municipal Wine Cellar of Castiglione Falletto)
The Municipal Wine Cellar of Castiglione Falletto _ established in 2003 _ is in the centre of the village, just below the medieval castle, and houses the precious wines from nineteen local producers. It means to be a point of contact between wine producers and the numerous tourists visiting the village, as well as to set value on the local vineyards, which give high quality wines.
Wines: Barolo, Nebbiolo, Barbera d'Alba, Dolcetto d'Alba, Langhe Rosso e Chardonnay
Cantina Comunale di Castiglione Falletto
Castiglione Falletto - Via Cavour, 24
Tel. e Fax 0173.62938
cantinacomunale@libero.it
www.cantinacastiglionefalletto.it
Opening hours: Mon - Fri 14.30 - 19.30;
Sat and Sun 11.00 - 19.30
Closed on Wednesday.
Free entry - Wine tasting
Cantina Comunale del Dolcetto d'Alba di Rodello (Municipal Dolcetto d’Alba wine Cellar of Rodello)
Wines: Dolcetto d'Alba
Cantina Comunale di Rodello
Rodello - Piazza Comunale, 11
Tel. 0173.617325 - Fax 0173.617564
enoteca.rodello@elsynet.it
Opening hours: 7.00 - 24.00 Closed on Wednesday.
Free entry - Wine tasting
enoteca.rodello@libero.it www.enotecarodello.com
Bottega del vino di Novello (Wine shop of Novello)
The “Bottega del Vino” was established in 1988 on the initiative of the municipality of Novello. It is housed in St Sebastiano’s crypt and is a showcase for the best local wines. This association is made up of 42 wine producers; of these, two are cooperatives whose seat is not in Novello, however they have 30 members who grow vines in Novello. The chairman is Silvio Alessandria. Besides promoting local wines, the “Bottega del vino” sets great value on the image of wine growers and producers who have worked from generation to generation, with enthusiasm and a perfect balance between tradition and innovation.
Wines: Barolo, Nebbiolo d'Alba, Barbera d'Alba, Dolcetto d'Alba, and Nascetta.
Bottega del Vino di Novello
Novello - Via Roma, 1
Tel. 0173.731147 - Fax 0173.731441
Opening hours: Sat 15.00 - 18.00
Sun and bank holydays 9.00 - 12.30; 15.00 - 18.00,
Mon - Fri: please book visits.
Bottega del Vino di Serralunga d'Alba (Wine shop of Serralunga d’Alba)
This association was established in 1986 and has 25 members. The chairman is Sergio Germano. In 2000, 12,500 people (7,800 in the first half of 2001) visited the “Bottega del vino” and 2,500 bottles were sold (1,500 in 2001).
Wines: Barolo, Dolcetto d'Alba, Barbera d'Alba, Langhe Rosso, and Nebbiolo
Bottega del Vino di Serralunga d’Alba
Serralunga d’Alba - Via Foglio, 1
Tel. e Fax 0173.613101 (Town Hall)
Tel. 0173.613604 (Shop)
info@bdv-serralunga.com - www.bdv-serralunga.com
Hours: 10.30 - 18.00 every day
Closed: Tuesday
Cantina Comunale del Verduno Pelaverga
Cantina Comunale del Verduno Pelaverga
Verduno - Piazza Canonico Don Borgna, 11
Tel. 0172.470409 - Fax 0172.470261
vineriaverduno@gmail.com
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
7.30 - 23.00; Friday and Saturday 7.30 - 1.00
Closed: Tuesday