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Cascina Fontanette: Wineries Open Their Doors for Vinum
An experience not to be missed: simplicity, friendliness and excellent tastings. Franco Ariano opens the doors of his winery to present and let guests taste the wide range of wines from his production.
from Friday
25 April 2025
at 10:00
to Sunday
04 May 2025
at 19:00
Appuntamenti
Giorno Dalle Alle
La Cantina
At the foot of the scenic Moncucco Hill, celebrated by Cesare Pavese in his poem I Mari del Sud is the Cascina Fontanette Farm run by the Ariano family.
From the 8 hectares of vineyards, about 25,000 bottles are produced each year.
The wines produced are many and representative of this area between the extreme edges of the Langhe and the foothills of the Monferrato.
The winery produces its wines with respect for the vineyard and nature, using natural fertilizers and taking care to reduce the use of pesticides. The vines are treated only with sulfur and verdigris to ensure customers receive a natural and transparent product.
In addition, Cascina Fontanette produces clean energy through 4 photovoltaic systems.
Dates
from 25 April 2025 to 04 May 2025 — vedile tutte ↝
How to participate
Tasting types
Reduced→ 20.00 € per person (3 wines)
Full → 25.00 € per person (5 wines)
Premium → 30.00 € per person (7 wines)
All tasting types will be accompanied by a wide selection of local products.
Visits & Tastings
Discover the secrets of great Langa wines with Franco.
The cellar, which is easily accessible, is located on the outskirts of the town and has ample parking.
Upon receiving guests and introducing the farm, it is possible to visit the adjacent vineyards: Moscato, Dolcetto and Barbera.
We then visit the processing and aging rooms located on two floors. Among the cold rooms, press and press, the stages of winemaking are illustrated, from the arrival of the grapes in the cellar to bottling.
Tasting takes place in the new room where wines are paired with local products, including bread, breadsticks, cheeses, and cured meats.
Reduced→ 20,00 € per person
3 wines to choose from the basic ones. Recommended wines: Brut, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC, Barbera d'Asti DOCG.
Full → 25,00 € per person
5 wines to choose from all those produced. Recommended wines: Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC, Monferrato Rosso DOC, Moscato DOCG, Vino Bianco Vendemmia Tardiva (Passito), Aromino Rosso Chinato.
Premium → 30,00 € per person
7 wines to choose from all those produced. Recommended wines: Spumante Brut wine, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC, Barbera d'Alba DOC, Barbera d'Asti DOC, Moscato d'Asti DOCG, Aromino Rosso Chinato, Vendemmia Tardiva (Passito) white wine.
All types of tastings will be accompanied by a wide selection of local products.
Among the offerings you can find tuma (Piedmontese cow's milk cheese), salami, lard , and cugnà (a typical compote from the Langhe with mixed fruit, spices, and nuts).
In addition to the wines, IGP Piedmont hazelnuts and Taggiascha Extra Virgin Olive Oil from the Antico Frantoio Saguato in Diano Marina can be purchased at the winery.
