Barolo & Barbaresco Celebration Experience
Barolo & Barbaresco Celebration Experience
Late Summer in the Langhe
Welcomed by Silvia Aprato
Hosted by Silvia Aprato - founder of Tasting Tours | Certified Tour Guide & Sommelier
August 26–30, 2026 • Piedmont, Italy
Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the heart of Piedmont — a land of rolling vineyard hills, extraordinary cuisine, and some of the finest wines in the world.
From Barolo, the “King of Wines,” to Barbaresco, its elegant “Queen,” this exclusive 4-night experience has been carefully designed to celebrate the soul of this remarkable terroir — and a very special milestone: Silvia’s 50th birthday. With over 20 years of crafting exceptional food and wine journeys in Piedmont through her company Tasting Tours, Silvia will personally guide you through unforgettable tastings, prestigious wineries, and authentic gastronomic experiences.
Late summer is one of Piedmont’s best-kept secrets. The Langhe hills are lush and vibrant, the vineyards heavy and alive with the promise of harvest. Days are warm and bright, while evenings soften into a golden light that feels almost magical. With fewer visitors in the region, wineries and villages slow to a gentler rhythm, allowing for more personal encounters, unhurried tastings, and a deeper connection with the land. Food and wine, as always in Piedmont, remain exceptional — timeless, generous, and deeply rooted in the season.
This special August experience will not only deepen your understanding of these world-class wines and region, but will celebrate them in the spirit of friendship, history, and shared passion.
Why This Tour Is Unique
This is not just another wine tour — it is a story-driven immersion into:
• Legendary Barolo and Barbaresco vineyards and terroirs
• Historic villages and vineyard landscapes at their most beautiful
• The art of Italian winemaking and refined food-and-wine pairing
• A rare opportunity to experience Barolo and Barbaresco at a privileged time of year
• Signature experiences personally curated and hosted by Silvia
• Authentic local cuisine reflecting the true soul of Piedmont
Each day combines deep wine knowledge with cultural insights and memorable culinary moments, tailored for true lovers of wine and food.
What’s Included
• Expert hosting and guiding by Silvia Aprato — company founder, certified tour guide, and sommelier
• Visits to prestigious and boutique wineries
• Tastings of Barolo, Barbaresco, and other regional wines
• Accommodation at luxury Hotel Villa D’Amelia, selected meals, and private transfers during the tour
• Special gastronomic events and carefully curated dining experiences
Contact us for more details or to sign in at info@tastingtours.it
PRIVATE TOUR FOR MIN. 8 AND MAX. 12 PARTICIPANTS
Arrive in the Langhe area, settle into your boutique hotel Relais Villa D’Amelia, and enjoy a celebratory welcome dinner with a sparkling toast at a local restaurant, just a short drive from the hotel.
Visit two carefully selected Barolo estates for in-depth tastings, cru comparisons, and cellar tours. Lunch featuring classic Piedmontese cuisine in the village of Barolo. Afternoon sightseeing through some of the most fascinating hilltop villages, such as La Morra, Monforte d’Alba, Castiglione Falletto, and Serralunga d’Alba.
Discover the elegant Barbaresco appellation and its 4 villages: Barbaresco, Neive, Treiso, and San Rocco Seno d’Elvio. Gourmet lunch at a traditional restaurant in Barbaresco village, followed by a unique black truffle experience in the nearby Roero district.
Enjoy a hands-on cooking experience at a private chef’s home. Prepare traditional Piedmontese dishes using seasonal ingredients and learn about the chef’s old tricks. During the class, Silvia will guide you through the lesser-known native white wines such as Arneis, Favorita, Nascetta and Timorasso – a fresh perspective on the region beyond its famous reds.
After a leisurely lunch, stroll through the medieval town of Alba, renowned as the capital of white truffles.
In the evening, gather for a special gala dinner to celebrate Silvia’s milestone birthday and toast the beauty of Piedmont and the joy of wine. A memorable tasting journey through five decades of Silvia’s favorite Barolos and Barbarescos will accompany this celebratory evening.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and warm farewells before departure.
