Langhe Barolo and Barbaresco Wine Tasting

About this tour

Spend an hour in Neive sampling six glasses of Barolo and Barbaresco in a intimate enoteca setting. A knowledgeable sommelier walks you through the characteristics of each wine, explaining how the Langhe's distinct terroirs and winemaking methods shape the final product. You'll pair the tastings with local charcuterie, cheeses and hazelnuts, experiencing how these Piedmont classics were meant to be enjoyed.

Highlights

• Six pours of Barolo and Barbaresco side by side
• Learn terroir differences that define each wine's character
• Local DOP ham, cheese and hazelnut pairings included
• Small-group tasting in a traditional enoteca
• Sommelier explains production techniques and aging potential

What to expect

You'll settle into a cosy wine bar in the heart of Neive's medieval lanes. Your guide—fluent in English and Italian—will present each wine methodically, drawing your attention to the soil composition, harvest practices and cellar work that distinguish one producer from another. Between pours, you'll nibble on sliced cured meats, creamy local cheeses and toasted breadsticks scattered with DOP hazelnuts. The pace is unhurried; there's time to ask questions and notice the differences as you work through the flight.

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