Description
Piedmont in the Glass: A Journey Through the Great Wines of Turin
Turin is not only art, architecture and chocolate: it is also one of Italy's wine capitals, the gateway to one of the most celebrated wine territories in the world. Just steps from the royal residences, this tasting invites you to discover what really lies in a glass of Barolo or Barbera.
Highlights
Tasting of 4 Piedmontese wines
Sparkling, white and red, all from the great Piedmontese tradition.
Cured meats and cheese board
A platter of typical Piedmontese cheeses and salumi included.
Sommelier insights
Learn winemaking techniques, tasting notes and pro pairing tricks.
Steps from Palazzo Reale
Set in a wine bar on Via Po 21/B, a 10-minute walk from the royal palace.
With the guidance of a passionate local expert, you'll learn to read a wine with new eyes: colour, aroma, structure and length become a language you can learn in an afternoon. No previous experience required, just curiosity and good will.
To accompany the four tastings, a board of Piedmontese cured meats and cheeses selected to bring out the best in every wine. The result is a perfect match between cheesemaking tradition and local viticulture.
With a rating of nearly 4.8 out of 5 from past participants, this experience is one of the most appreciated on the Turin food and wine scene. An authentic way to take home something more than a simple souvenir.
Four glasses, one platter and the secrets of the sommelier
The heart of the experience is four Piedmontese wines carefully selected to represent the extraordinary variety of this territory. From the fresh and fruity to the bold and structured, every glass tells a different story of climate, soil and tradition.
The local guide, a true wine enthusiast, illustrates the main winemaking techniques of Piedmont, explaining how iconic wines like Barolo, Barbaresco or Dolcetto are born. Not an academic lecture, but a lively conversation among people who love good wine.
You'll learn to use the sommelier's tasting notes: how to assess the colour against the light, open the nose to the aromatic bouquet and recognise tannins, acidity and body in every sip. Simple but precious tools that will change your approach at the table.
While you listen and taste, every wine is paired with a generous plate of typical cheeses and cured meats: from Toma piemontese to Salame di Turgia, every bite is designed to amplify the characteristics of the matched wine.
The location, just a few minutes from Palazzo Reale, adds a touch of Savoy elegance to the whole experience.
Gallery
Tour Itinerary
- 1
Starting location:
Bistrot Turin
- 2
Local bar (1 hour)
Accompanied visit, Wine tasting (1 hour) For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
What's included
- One hour of vintages sampling and vintages stories with our guide, either in English or in Italian.
- Selection of 4 different and tasteful wines from Piedmont
- Meal platter with local cheese and cured meat
- You will find out about vintages making, grape varieties, pairings with an easy course in a friendly and relaxed way.
- Extra wines
- Tip or Gratuity
What's not included
- Vini aggiuntivi
- Mance o gratuità
Good to know
Important
- Comunicare preventivamente eventuali esigenze alimentari per consentire le opportune modifiche alla assaggio.
- Vino e alcolici sono serviti solo ai partecipanti di età pari o superiore a 18 anni. I minori possono comunque partecipare con opzioni analcoliche.
Good to know
- Kindly share any dietary needs ahead of time to allow proper arrangements for samplings.
- Wine and alcohol are served only to guests aged 18+, while under‑18s can still savor the tour with non‑alcoholic options.
- Guide
- Value for money
Useful tips
- Prenota preventivamente, in particolare nei weekend: i posti sono limitati e l'esperienza va spesso esaurita. Il prezzo di 45 EUR comprende tutto, etichette e tagliere compresi.
- Non mangiare un pasto pesante prima della assaggio: un leggero spuntino è sufficiente per presentarsi con il palato fresco e apprezzare al meglio ogni calice.
- Dopo la assaggio, sei già al centro di Torino: approfitta per una camminata tra Piazza Castello e Via Po, oppure concludi la serata con un drink pre-cena nel vicino Quadrilatero Romano.
Not allowed
- Donne in gravidanza
- Utenti su sedia a rotelle