Langhe
Langhe is a hilly wine region in Piedmont south of Turin, a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape known for producing Barolo and Barbaresco, two of Italy's most prestigious red wines, made from the Nebbiolo grape. Its rolling vineyard-covered hills, dotted with medieval hilltop villages, are also a major draw independent of the wine itself.
The region is closely associated with white truffles, especially around Alba, which hosts a major truffle fair each autumn drawing buyers and enthusiasts from around the world.
Given the distance from Turin and the spread of wineries across small villages, a car is the most practical way to explore, and most visitors combine wine tastings with a stop in Alba town for food and truffle products.
Langhe FAQs
About an hour by regional train to Alba, the region's main town, with a car recommended for reaching individual wineries and villages.
Barolo and Barbaresco, both made from the Nebbiolo grape and considered among Italy's most prestigious reds.
Yes, particularly white truffles around Alba, celebrated with a major truffle fair each autumn.
Yes, most wineries require advance reservations for tastings and tours.
Autumn for truffle season and harvest, though spring and summer offer pleasant weather for exploring the hills.
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