Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont UNESCO World Heritage

An unusual UNESCO World Heritage Site encompasses the vineyard landscapes of southern Piedmont, between the Po Valley and Ligurian Apennine range. There are five distinct wine zones included in the Langhe-Roero and Monferrato areas, where they have been cultivating vines since the 5th century BC! The area was a crossroads along the trade routes between the Etruscans and the Celts; in fact, some wine-related words from those languages are still used in the local dialect.

The wine-producing zone was referred to by Pliny the Elder for its ideal growing conditions, while Greek historian Strabo mentioned its barrels.

The landscape of carefully cultivated hillsides is impressive; indeed, it looks sculpted, through millennia of human work. The inclusion as a UNESCO site is owing to its asthetic qualities and historical diversity among the architecture, varietals, soil and vineyard structure. It is unique, in short.

The landscape..."is a reflection of man and his environment. A visual and manual comprensive social, rural and urban integration to sustain economic structures." That means, you get a feast for your eyes and your palate, and partake in a cultural experience like no other!

Most of all, it is beautiful! And the wines produced here are truly special and historic, so enjoy this unique UNESCO site - in the glass!