Land of Barolo

Kings, Castles and regal reds

Dates: October 5 - 10, 2008

Price: $2795 per person land only

Piedmont is Italy's unsung treasure. In terms of wine, cuisine, and the beauty of its mountainous landscape, it doesn't get any better than this. "Land of Barolo" is an epicurean tour rich in history, with the story of Barolo intertwined with kings, prime ministers, and marchesi. It's also rich in culinary delights: truffles, mountain cheeses, and hazelnuts are all regional treats spotlighted on this tour. But at center stage is Piedmont's stunning array of wines, which range from obscure Grignolino to world-renowned Barolo and Barbaresco.

Highlights:
• Wine estates: Silvio Grasso, Marchesi di Barolo, Villa Sparina, Ceretto, Giacomo Bologna and more
• Truffle fair
• Palio degli Asini, a medieval donkey race {October only}

Meet: Tortona train station
Depart: Arquata Scrivia train station