Where to Taste

Each territory gives different wine experiences: so to make your tour special, we have selected the best wineries.

Imagine riding through the streets of Piedmont on a Vespa, the light wind in your hair and the scent of vineyards mingling with that of typical local dishes.

Tastings in Piedmont are not just stops: they are true sensory experiences, capable of connecting you authentically with the land, the people, and the culture of an extraordinary territory through the sense of taste.

Do you want to book the best wine tastings in Piedmont, along with alpine cheeses, craft beers, and unique flavors amidst taste, nature, and freedom?

Wine Tasting Azienda Vitivinicola Piazzo Comm. Armando
Wine Tasting Podere Gagliassi
Wine Tasting Boroli
Wine Tasting Contratto Winery
Wine Tasting Viberti Barolo
Wine Tasting Azienda Vitivinicola Balbiano
Wine Tasting Azienda Agricola Marrone
Wine Tasting Azienda Agricola Marchisio Tonino
Wine Tasting Monchiero Carbone Winery
Wine Tasting Cadia Vini
Wine Tasting Josetta Saffirio Wines
Wine Tasting Serralunga Casa Mia, Azienda Agricola Luigi Vico
Wine Tasting Cascina Pugnane
Wine Tasting Cascina Alberta
Wine Tasting Azienda Agricola Giovanni Rosso
Wine Tasting Cantina Follie
Wine Tasting Azienda Agricola Manuelina
Wine Tasting Castello di Albola
Wine Tasting Cantina Pelassa
Castello Vicchiomaggio
Ceretto Aziende Vitivinicole
Wine Tasting Azienda Agricola Sottimano
American Bar Grand Hotel Sitea
Azienda Agricola Paolo Manzone

Why choose a Vespa tour with tasting in Piedmont?

Because it’s not just a trip: it’s an experience to be lived with all the senses, at least for us, and we would like it to be the same for you.

Getting on a Vespa means leaving time behind, embracing slowness, and enjoying every curve, every scent, and every panorama.

But it is when taste also comes into play that the tour transforms into something truly unforgettable.

Close your eyes and imagine: you are on a Vespa, the gentle roar of the engine accompanies every curve through the rows of vines, the scent of cut grass envelops you, the wind brushes your face, and the sun plays with the shadows of the hills.

Then, suddenly, a stop. A hidden winery, a farmhouse that smells of aromatic herbs, a terrace overlooking the vineyards.

You sit down, taste a glass of Barolo or Arneis, and accompany it all with a selection of aged local cheeses, perhaps a toma d’alpeggio or a Castelmagno DOP, and time truly stands still.

A Vespa tour with tasting in Piedmont is the most authentic way you can choose to explore the territory: it allows you to discover hidden landscapes, small food and wine excellences, and stories of passion told by those who produce every bottle or every dish with their hands and heart, perhaps for generations.

It is an experience designed for those who love to feel free, for those looking for something new, for those who want to truly unplug and rediscover the taste — in every sense — of beautiful things. There is no need for tight schedules or tour guides who won’t wait: just the desire to be surprised, a Vespa, and the urge to get lost… to find yourself happy.

Choosing a Vespa tour with tasting means saying yes to beauty, simplicity, and the truest Italy. The one discovered calmly, at every stop, every toast, every breath, but above all with whoever you choose.

Where to experience the best tastings in Piedmont (and beyond)

Piedmont is the Eden for those who love good wine and authentic cuisine, but it is not the only destination capable of giving you intense emotions with every sip and every bite, and we know it.

From the rolling hills of the Langhe to the romantic shores of the great Italian lakes, passing through the Tuscan hills of Chianti or the elegant bubbles of Franciacorta in Lombardy, we accompany you to places where tastings become extraordinary experiences. Discover with us where to experience taste on a Vespa.

Our destinations to taste during our Vespa tours

  • Langhe: home of Barolo and white truffle, it offers food and wine tastings in historic cellars and farmhouses immersed in the vineyards. Don’t miss the butter and sage plin and the PGI hazelnut cake.
  • Chianti: in the heart of Tuscany, amidst full-bodied wines and postcard landscapes. Here you can taste Chianti Classico, ribollita, finocchiona, and local pecorino cheeses.
  • Lake Orta: intimate and romantic, perfect for tastings in estates and boutique hotels. The lake cuisine is excellent: perch, Nebbiolo risotto, and blue cheeses.
  • Lake Maggiore: between elegance and tradition. Perfect for tasting Ossola cured meats, Merlot from the valleys, and chestnut sweets in panoramic locations.
  • Franciacorta: the excellence of the classic method. Vespa tours in Franciacorta include stops in modern design wineries or historic villas. Ideal for savoring bubbles, Franciacorta risotto, and whitefish carpaccio.
  • Lake Como: between historic villas and gourmet restaurants. Try the Valtellina pizzoccheri, Bitto DOP, and a glass of Sforzato.
  • Bolognese Hills: Emilian taste featuring tortellini, mortadella, crescentine, and sparkling wines like Pignoletto. Beer and cheese tastings find a perfect setting here.

Where are tastings held in Piedmont?

When talking about tastings in Piedmont (and beyond), it’s not just about locations: it’s about places that tell stories, identities, and traditions.

Every glass, every taste, every scent has a deep root that sinks into the earth, artisanal work, and local culture. But where do these experiences truly live?

Wineries are undoubtedly the queens of tastings: intimate atmospheres, wooden barrels, scents of must, and stories whispered by generations of winemakers. Here you taste where the wine is born, evolves, and matures. Every visit is a journey through time and knowledge, an opportunity to see (and understand) what it means to produce excellence.

But there are also estates and farms, often family-run, where the tasting becomes a moment of conviviality and mutual exchange. It is not uncommon to find yourself at the table with the producers, amidst rich platters, open bottles, and sincere conversation. Here, alongside the wines, you also discover artisanal cured meats, raw milk cheeses, jams, and typical Piedmontese dishes, such as fassona tartare, vitello tonnato, or tajarin alla langarola.

Farmhouses immersed in greenery are perfect, instead, for those seeking peace, authenticity, and breathtaking views. Often housed in renovated farmsteads, they offer wine tastings paired with sensory experiences: walks through the vineyards, cooking classes, picnics among the vines, guided tours with the producers… Ideal also for those looking for a place where to sleep in Piedmont to stay overnight and experience the tour over several days.

And for those who love luxury and elegance, there are historic residences and grand hotels with private bars or cellars. Refined environments, impeccable service, and wine selections curated by expert sommeliers are ideal for a romantic getaway or a special gift to remember forever.

Every place is different, but they all have something in common: the ability to make you feel part of something real. And when you get there on a Vespa, with an open heart and a mind ready to discover, everything becomes even more memorable.

Do you really want to know the taste of Piedmont? Do it on a Vespa.

There are many ways to discover Piedmont, but few let you experience the territory with the same intensity as a Vespa tour.

Getting on the saddle doesn’t just mean moving from one place to another: it means breathing in the scent of the vineyards, feeling the wind on your cheeks as you glide through the hills, slowing down to admire a sunset over the Langhe, or stopping in front of a farmhouse that smells delicious.

On a Vespa, you don’t just visit: you live. There is no window to filter the experience, no intrusive engine noise. There is only the wonder of a territory that speaks to your senses.

Do you really want to know the taste of Piedmont? Then taste it exactly where it is born: in the small villages where time seems to stop, in the historic cellars where every barrel has a story, in the countryside restaurants where truffle meets Barolo, or in the village festivals where a glass tells more than a thousand words.

Piedmont awaits you with its discreet beauty, its welcoming warmth, and its unmistakable flavors. And the Vespa is your unconventional pass to experience all this with lightness, style, and passion.

Is your mouth watering already?

Contact us to create your tailor-made tour: select where to go, what to taste, and let yourself be guided. We await you in the saddle, with a glass in hand and a heart open to adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tasting Tours

Piedmont is one of the most famous wine regions in Italy and the world. Some of the most prestigious wines are produced here, starting with the famous Barolo, often defined as the “king of wines” for its strong character and long longevity. Alongside Barolo, we find Barbaresco, also produced from Nebbiolo grapes, but with a slightly softer and more accessible profile.

But that’s not all: Piedmont also produces refined Dolcetto, fresh and fruity Barbera, fragrant Brachetto d’Acqui, delicate Grignolino, and the famous sweet wine Moscato d’Asti, perfect with desserts. Among the whites, Arneis, Cortese di Gavi, Erbaluce, and the surprising Timorasso, a recently rediscovered native grape variety, stand out.

To dress for a wine tasting, you don’t need a gala dress (remember you’ll be arriving on a Vespa!), but it’s important to feel at ease, especially if the tour also includes visits to the cellar or vineyard. The advice? Opt for smart-casual clothing, comfortable but neat. Closed, comfortable shoes are perfect if you’ll be walking through the vines and if you have to drive, while a hat to put on after removing your helmet and sunglasses will be great allies on sunny days.

In the winter months, it’s better to dress in layers, because many cellars maintain cool temperatures even inside. Remember that a tasting is a sensory and cultural experience: your style should reflect the respect and pleasure of savoring something unique.

In addition to wines, Piedmont is a region that expresses itself magnificently in food as well. During a food and wine tour, you can savor alpine cheeses, artisanal cured meats, white and black truffles, Langhe hazelnuts, and typical dishes such as vitello tonnato, hand-chopped raw meat, bagna cauda, tajarin with meat sauce, and plin, typical local ravioli.

A truly complete tasting pairs the right wine with every bite, creating a multi-sensory experience that tells the story of Piedmont in every detail.

Wine tastings in Piedmont can be experienced in many ways: from the most rustic and authentic in the family cellars of the Langhe and Monferrato, to the most elegant experiences in historic wine estates immersed in UNESCO landscapes. Many producers also offer farmhouse tastings, vineyard tours, cellar visits with explanations of production processes, and even guided sensory experiences.

Must-see areas? Langhe, Roero, Monferrato, Upper Piedmont, the Tortona Hills, and the Gavi area. Just choose your style: rustic, exclusive, or educational?

Piedmontese vineyards extend across several provinces, offering breathtaking views. The most famous areas are:

  • Langhe and Roero: home of Barolo, Barbaresco, Dolcetto, and Nebbiolo.
  • Monferrato: with Barbera, Grignolino, and Moscato.
  • Upper Piedmont: Gattinara, Ghemme, Boca.
  • Tortona Hills: with the reborn Timorasso.
  • Gavi: elegant white wines from Cortese.

Each of these areas is unique in its terroir and the grape varieties grown, and it is precisely this richness that makes Piedmont a true paradise for wine enthusiasts.

The Langhe offers some of the most exciting tastings in the entire Italian landscape. Here you can experience:

  • Historic cellars: with suggestive architecture and fragrant wooden barriques.
  • Estates and farms: family-run, where passion is felt in every word.
  • Vineyards with a view: to sip a glass while admiring the UNESCO World Heritage hills.
  • Regional wine shops: like those in Barolo or La Morra, for guided and vertical tastings.

Vespa tours organized in the area allow you to experience all this in freedom, crossing postcard landscapes with stops designed to appreciate every single glass.

The Barolo is undoubtedly the most famous wine of Piedmont and one of the most iconic in Italy. Produced exclusively with Nebbiolo grapes in 11 municipalities of the Langhe, it is an austere, structured, deep, and incredibly long-lived wine.

It is appreciated worldwide for its aromatic complexity – ranging from notes of rose and violet to hints of spices, leather, and truffle – and for its ability to age even beyond 30 years. Alongside it, however, there are other great names: Barbaresco, Barbera, Dolcetto, and Moscato d’Asti.

Do you want to taste them too? Book your tour with us!