The House
Where Barolo Was Born
For an illustration of Piedmontese winemaking
past and present, one need look no further than
the Marchesi di Barolo estate. The origins of
Marchesi di Barolo are almost as ancient as Barolo
itself, dating back to the 12th century when the
land-owning Falletti family of Barolo received
titles of nobility. Successive generations of
Fallettis went on to develop a sterling reputation
for the wines of their region. Today the Marchesi
di Barolo estate owns approximately 100 acres
of vineyard in the Langhe, including over 50%
of the historic cru Cannubi – the finest
Barolo vineyard of all.Read more about Marchesi
di Barolo here.
A guided tour will take you through the estate’s
historic cellars, where fermentation and aging
takes place. The pride of the Marchesi di Barolo
cellars lies in the extraordinary library of older
vintage Barolos. Some 20,000 bottles are housed
in the collection, which features every vintage
of the 20th century plus great vintages from the
previous 100 years. (The oldest bottle is an 1859
Barolo Cannubi.) At the conclusion of the tour,
you’ll be invited to taste a specially selected
Marchesi di Barolo wine, and a more comprehensive
tasting is offered for a fee of 3 euros per person.
Please allow 30 minutes for the tour.
Savor the finest in regional gastronomy at the
winery’s onsite restaurant, serving traditional
Piedmontese cuisine matched with Marchesi di Barolo’s
finest wines. Before departing, browse the shop
for the best local products and estate wines.
While in the region, don’t miss the Castle
of Barolo and the Castle of Grinzane Cavour, which
houses a regional enoteca and the Museum of Wine.
A trip to the historical city of Alba, known for
its churches and museums, is also highly recommended.
|
 |
General Information at a Glance
- Appointment required
- Fees apply, please inquire
- Guided tours available
- Group tours available by appointment (fee
may apply)
- English-speaking staff
- Parking available
- Buses accommodated
- Wheelchair accessible
- Dining facilities on-site
- Retail shop on-site
Nearest
cities
Alba – 13 km (approximately 15 minutes)
Driving directions
Marchesi di Barolo is located in the center of
Barolo, approximately 15 minutes drive from Alba.
Please call +0173 564400 for detailed directions
from your place of origin.
Postcard from Piedmont
|
