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Wine & Sommelier: Italian Winemaking Excellence (8 days)

Overview: 8 days across Piedmont, Tuscany, and Veneto with AIS-certified sommeliers.

From Langhe to Tuscany: The nectar of the gods

Piedmont - Land of Great Reds

Piedmont, with wine traditions dating back to the 6th century BC, represents one of the capitals of Italian wine. The Langhe, UNESCO heritage, are the realm of prestigious vines like Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera, and Dolcetto.

Veneto - Prosecco Excellence

Veneto presents a varied and eclectic reality, homeland of Prosecco and other wines of exceptional quality on soft hilly profiles ideal for quality viticulture.

Lombardy and Tuscany - Art and Nature

Lombardy presents art wineries integrated into the territory like Ca' del Bosco in Franciacorta, while Tuscany boasts 25 natural wine cellars in the iconic areas of Chianti, Montepulciano, and Montalcino.

Sommelier Training

The route includes professional training through accredited organizations like FISAR, AIS, or ONAV, with 3-level programs covering tasting techniques, grape varieties, and food-wine pairing.

Key Experiences:

Piedmont: Blind tastings of Barolo 2016 vintages at Grandi Langhe event10.
Tuscany: Masterclass with 2024’s top AIS sommelier, focusing on Sangiovese pairings.
Veneto: Prosecco blending sessions in Valdobbiadene’s hills.

Practical Info: Sept–Nov | Includes AIS Level 1 certification | Vineyard villas with private cellars.