Barbaresco is located northeast of Alba, and emerges hill-by-hill through seemingly endless vineyards rooted in sandy soil. Like many wines in Piemonte, the famed Barbaresco is made from the Nebbiolo grape, but generally has softer tannins and a more fruity flavor than Barolo. In fact, under DOCG rules, Barbaresco is allowed to age one year less than Barolo, making these lighter wines slightly more approachable than other variations of the grape. The three villages of Barbaresco, Neive, and Treiso make up the production region, which boasts over 130 wineries today.

This quick trail is perfect for exploring the wine town of Barbaresco and a bit of its surrounding territory in just half a day. Circle vineyards of Barbaresco around and up to hamlets of houses and groves of hazelnut trees, never far from a chance to taste this famous wine.

Climb the hills to Barbaresco from Alba through grapevines and orchards with seasonally changing colors. The trip through this magnificent panorama is sure to leave long-lasting memories.

This itinerary is for cycling enthusiasts with a thirst to ride through some of the oldest Barbaresco paths, avoiding the paved roadways in favor of packed dirt trails running through the vineyards.