Vigna Rocchetta | Cheese Tasting
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Cheese Lover´s Journey
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Imagine winding through the sun-drenched hills of Piedmont, where the scent of wildflowers mingles with the earthy aroma of aging cheese. In this corner of Italy, the art of cheesemaking is not just a craft but a way of life. The towns of Roccaverano, Canelli, Nizza Monferrato, and Rocchetta Palafea invite travelers with their charm, offering a taste of authenticity and tradition that lingers long after your visit.
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iscovering Robiola di Roccaverano
Your journey begins in Roccaverano, a small hilltop village where goats graze freely on lush meadows, their milk transformed into the creamy, tangy delight known as Robiola di Roccaverano DOP. Picture yourself stepping into a rustic dairy, the air filled with the warmth of fresh curds being gently ladled into molds. As you take your first bite of Robiola, paired with a drizzle of golden honey, you taste the terroir itself—a perfect expression of the land.
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Celebration of Pairings in Canelli and Nizza Monferrato
In Canelli, home to UNESCO-listed wine cellars, cheese and wine come together in a perfect harmony of flavours. Here, you might sip on sparkling Moscato while sampling Gorgonzola Dolce, its creamy blue veins melting on your palate. A short journey away in Nizza Monferrato, robust Barbera wines meet the nutty elegance of Toma Piemontese.
Toma Piemontese, a semi-hard cow’s milk cheese, is mild yet flavourful, with variations depending on its aging. Creamy when young and nuttier with age, it pairs beautifully with bread and wine, making it a local favourite.
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Picnic with a View
In Rocchetta Palafea, where rolling vineyards stretch to the horizon. Imagine laying out a blanket near the medieval lookout point, unpacking a basket filled with local cheeses, freshly baked bread, and a bottle of chilled Alta Langa wine. As the sun sets, casting golden hues over the landscape, each bite connects you to centuries of tradition and the simple pleasures of life.