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What is Vin Santo - Italian dessert wine

Wine 101: What is Vin Santo

Love Vin Santo - the sweet Italian dessert wine and want to learn more about it? In Carpe Travel's Wine 101 we go into what is Van Santo and recommendations for your next sipping adventure.

Barolo Wine Region, understating the wines in Barolo

Piedmont Wine Offer: All this wine talk – are you thirsty yet!?

Direct from Barolo, our wine offer is a mix of historic and up-and-coming producers from the Piedmont wine region. What makes this offer special? Wines not easily found outside of the area.

Check-in: Castello di Sinio in Barolo Italy

Wondering where to stay in Piedmont wine country? Castello di Sinio FOR THE WIN(E). As we continue our exploration of the Piedmont wine region, let’s start talking lodging and accommodations. First up, Hotel Castello di Sinio situated perfectly between...

barbera wine pairing - the best wines for bbq

Barbera Wine Pairing Lessons Direct from Piedmont

Tips from Piedmont on Barbera wine pairing. From fish to pasta to meats of all kinds as well as Barbera BBQ wine pairing ideas.

Barbaresco & Barolo Wine Pairing Tips Direct from Piedmont

Tips and tricks for Barbaresco and Barolo wine pairing with tips from the winemakers. Recipes and pairing ideas, both traditional and unique. Buon appetito!

What is Piedmont, Italy known for?

Everyone is talking about this Northern Italy travel destination. But, really, what is Piedmont, Italy known for?! Piedmont’s most obvious treasure is wine. More specifically, Barolo and Barbaresco. But, the Piedmont region offers far more than just world-famous wines....

Piedmont culture in a glass – vermouth and coffee

Turin is the capital city of Piedmont and a favorite cultural city of Europe for many reasons. But, two of the most fun, help you start the day and the evening. Piedmont culture is all about coffee and aperitivo. ...

Piedmont Food: The region’s gastronomic superstars

The Piedmont region in Northern Italy is known for its artisan cuisine. Here is everything you need to know about the local Piedmont food you must try!

When to Visit Piedmont, Italy

Want to visit Piedmont, Italy? Here is some information on travel seasonality, what to expect and Piedmont travel tips each season, event info and more.

Piedmont Region: One of the best places to visit in Northern Italy

Get to know the Piedmont region, a Northern Italy travel destination with a bit of everything. Learn where is Piedmont, top cities, activities and more.

Strawberry Tiramisu and Wine Pairing

Strawberry Tiramisu is a sweet Italian desert that pairs will with several wines. It's the perfect summer treat. Get the recipe!

Piedmont Wine: An intro to the grapes and wines

As part of our Piedmont Wine Travel Guide, we’ve shared all you need to know about the grapes and wines produced in Italy's Piedmont wine region.

Wine Travel to Piedmont Italy, touring Franco Rocca Wine

Armchair Food & Wine Travel to Barbaresco

Want to visit the Piedmont wine region? We've brought a little Piedmont to you! Franco Rocca dishes about his winery, pairings and discount on his wines.

Sipping Your Way Through History: 10 World Heritage Sites in Wine Country

Dreaming of European vacation full of history and wine? We have what you need! Sip your way through history with these 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wine Country.

Slow Wine movement for sustainable wineries

Pouring into the Slow Wine Movement to Sip in a Greener Glass

What is the Slow Wine movement? How can you support it along with wineries that are working towards a sustainable future? The Slow Wine guide book.

1881 Napa, one of the worlds wine museums to sip in

Think museums are boring? Time to sip in a wine museum.

We’ve uncorked wine museums around the world to sip in history, culture – and wine.

Pairing artistic treasures in Florence with wining and dining

Written by, Federico Morelli, Contributing Writer If you are planning a visit to Tuscany, you will be mesmerized by the region’s alluring undulating landscapes, splendid vineyards views, comprehensive wine tasting, and exciting gastronomic adventures. But a few days in...

Top one day visit from Milan with your kids

You may be aware that Milan is famous for its fashion, but its zoo is THE spot for kids - Le Cornelle Parco Faunistico.

Sampling Italy on a Cruise…

Looking to sip in more of Italy but have limited time to see the country? An Italian cruise can help.

Will Travel for Wine – Episode 4: Planning a Wine Trip to Piedmont, Italy

Planning a Wine Trip…to Piedmont, Italy In episode four of the Will Travel for Wine podcast, I speak with Valerie Quintanilla from the wine tour company, Girls Gotta drink to discuss the do, don’ts and how’s of setting up...

A Travelers Guide to Understanding the Italian Wine Classifications

Traveling to Italy? This guide helps to explain the Italian wine classifications so you can find the right wines for your pallet. By Alice Ross, contributing writer Italy is known for a lot of things, from the interesting Roman...

Planning a wine tour in Italy? Tips from wine tour guide to help you REALLY plan your wine tours..

Planning a wine tour in Italy? What the experts have to say on wine tasting in Italy.

Planning a wine tasting trip isn’t as easy as it may sound, especially if you’re planning one in a wine region you are unfamiliar with. I have learned this the hard way… When it comes to Napa Valley and...

Italy with Kids: Five Family Friendly Cities

Darren Ashley, contributing writer With a number of things to consider when looking to live in Italy with kids – be it for the summers or full-time – decisions aren’t made quickly and locations need to be researched meticulously....

Interview with a Winemaker: Sergio Germano of Ettore Germano in Piedmont

Touring vineyards is one of my favorite things to do when I travel. To learn about the local grapes, the terrior (a fancy word for the soil composition, climate and all that goes into the growing conditions) and the...

Exploring wines in the Piemonte wine region of Italy

Putting Piedmont Wine in Perspective

I’ve been exploring the process of becoming a certified sommelier, not because I need it but because I LOVE learning about wine, the regions and different methods used to create such an important piece of so many cultures. Not...

A complete guide regarding how to ship wine back to the United States from overseas.

5 Tips on Shipping Wine Back from Overseas

A sudden rainstorm drove us into the small wine shop off the main road in Castellina in Chianti in Italy. The walls inside Enoteca Biologica were lined with colorful wine bottles from the floor to ceiling and the proprietor...

Check-in: NH Santo Stefano in Turin, Italy

I think Turin is one of my new favorite cities in Italy… We only had a day to spend here but were able to see and do so much in just a short period of time, mainly because our...

10 Things to do in Turin, Italy

I have to be honest, I had never planned to visit Turin, Italy’s fourth-largest city. It was merely the closest city from Alba with an airport that could get us home. With an early morning flight we got into...

On the Piemonte Wine Trail: Barbaresco Tasting in Neviglie

The Piemonte Wine Trail: Barbaresco Wine Tasting in Neviglie

Happy Wine Wednesday! We’re in for a treat this week with a guest post from Valerie Quintanilla, one of Italy’s newest expats, living her dream in Piemonte, Italy and sharing her wine tales at GirlsGottaDrink. Her recent wine adventures...

On the Piemonte Wine Trail: Stella Giuseppe

Being in the right place at the right time = an unforgettable day of Montalcino wine tasting at Caparzo

One of the more interesting parts of traveling and exploring a new area is getting lost. And that’s a pretty easy for me, especially in Italy. But while this little tale starts off with dead ends at every where,...

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Travel to Piedmont Italy: Champagne Sabering – with a wine glass!

On my travels in Piedmont travel my tour guides with Travel Langhe took us to lunch in the Barolo town of Serralunga d’Alba. We were greeted at Centro Storico by the restaurant’s lively proprietor, Alessio. Armed with nothing more than a bottle of champagne and...

Italian Wine Merchants Redux: Wine Tasting New York City

Our frequent readers (thank you!) may recall a post I did last year about a trip to New York City that included a stop at Italian Wine Merchants (IWM). I was on a hunt for a New York City wine...

The Intoxication of Piedmont

By Valerie Quintanilla The food, the culture, and of course the people are nearly as intoxicating as the wines of Piedmont Italy. All have now firmly planted themselves in my heart and soul. Yes, if home is where the...

Hiking and Wine Tasting in Barolo

By Valerie Quintanilla I wanted to hike in Lake Como, but Mother Nature had other plans. Luckily I had a day of hiking and wine tasting in Barolo Italy planned with Kerrie from Australia. We started the near the...

Piedmont Wine Tours: Harvest Lunch in Barbaresco

By Valerie Quintanilla Tuesday morning started low key. I had no Piedmont wine tours planned so I thought I’d just hike it out a bit, write, read, and have a leisurely day in Neive. Returning from my morning walk...

Wine Tours in Barolo Italy

By Valerie Quintanilla Saturday morning started bright and early with a quick breakfast at my B&B (they just kept bringing food – such is the theme here!) Then, I was off with Robert for a wine tour in Barolo...

Italian Wine Travels: Ah, Piemonte….

By Valerie Quintanilla If there is a heaven and we each get our own version, mine would mirror Piemonte. Calgone, take me away. In 2009 I had a business meeting with an Italian colleague visiting Denver for a project....

Things to do in Lake Como

Day two of my travel to Lake Como brought more rain. Ah well, it wasn’t pouring as it had in Milano or Bellagio (or my first 18 years in Vancouver, Wash.) I still had hiking on the brain and...

A Rainy Stay in Italy’s Lake District: Things to do in Lake Como

By Valerie Quintanilla I made it to Varenna in just over an hour from Milano by train. The sun was shining when I arrived – I’d soon learn that wasn’t to last long. But, thank goodness for the dry...

Back to Italy – Take 4

I love first class. So, I knew I was in for a treat going into this trip to Italy. But, international first class is a whole different animal. The layout seat makes such a difference. I felt like...

A Cooking Class in Puglia, Italy

By Ylenia Sambati, Salento native and owner of YLE Tours Spring and summer are wonderful times in the south of Italy where colors and nature look perfect for a tour, a ride, a walk by the ocean and of...

Find Home in Paradise: Beautiful Salento in Puglia

In September 2011 I found my way to the heel of the boot, beautiful Lecce, Italy. The region remains a lesser known Italian tourist destination. Don’t misunderstand, the lesser known part only means a more authentic experience, incredible wines,...

The hills and wines of Piemonte

Today I start my Piemonte wine tours. I don’t think words can truly describe Piemonte (“Piedmont” to Westerners). Somehow breathtaking, beautiful, and awesome all seem quite hollow. The land showcases rolling hills, acres and acres of vineyards (150,000 acres...

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