Piedmont is a region in northwest Italy with a long and important vocation for winemaking. Its name, meaning “at the foot of the mountains”, refers to the lie of its land: on one side, it is protected by the Alps, while up from the Ligurian Sea to the south blows the warm marin wind. This combination creates an especially mild climate suitable for vine cultivation. Wine has always been synonymous with a strong historical and cultural identity and the earliest evidence of winemaking dates back to the 10th century BC . In June 2014, the vineyard landscape of the Langhe-Roero and Monferrato, along with the “underground cathedrals” (the historical wine cellars) of Canelli, were recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Piedmont is a region rich in history and traditions, in the beautiful monuments and castles in its cities , its villages and its countryside. The landscape of Piedmont enfolds across mountains , lakes and a green sea of hills that at the horizon with unforgettable lights and perfumes. Piedmont is Art , Culture , Style and Atmosphere, prosperous of important wines, truffles and tasty dishes. Piedmont is not to visit but to experience, to taste. Everything in Piedmont has a taste and a perfume. Its territory offers only true excellences, a declaration of love to taste , style and atmosphere.
Today the city is best known for its exceptional food, the standout sparkling
wines Asti Spumante and Moscato d'Asti and for the Palio di Asti – a bareback horse race through town. If you're traveling to the Piedmont region, Asti certainly merits a day or two of your time. An amazing location for weddings.