01 / GEOGRAPHY
Topography and Growing Environment
Piedmont has the hills of Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato, and to the north are the Alpine foothills. Relative position to rivers, elevation, and aspect differ by region. Knowing Barolo’s geology does not explain the vineyards of the whole region.
LOCATION & LANDSCAPE
Piedmont’s location and internal differences
Piedmont · Northwest
See the 20 regions on a map →Langhe
Barolo and Barbaresco: different zones sharing Nebbiolo.
Other regions within the state
Roero, Monferrato, and the foothills of the northern Alps.
The circles on the map mark representative locations within a state. They do not indicate state boundaries, appellation zones, or planted area. Section topics compare the regions discussed in the main text.Main text source / Topography:Natural Earth
02 / HISTORY
Historical and regional background
In Langhe, the landscape still features villages, vineyards, and winemaking facilities closely interconnected. Winemaking involves not only grape cultivation but also tasks such as vinification, aging, and bottling. By reading the background of each producer, you can learn which aspects of the regional trade they have carried out.
03 / GRAPES & APPELLATIONS
Main varieties and appellations
Principal varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Barbera
- Dolcetto
- Moscato Bianco
Representative appellations and regional names
- Barolo DOCG
- Barbaresco DOCG
- Asti DOCG
- Gavi DOCG
Representative items are listed. This is not a complete list of all grape varieties and appellations in the region. For detailed appellation types and current regulations, consult official sources.
04 / A CLOSER LOOK
Varieties and Appellation Comparison
Barolo and Barbaresco share Nebbiolo, but the zones and regulations differ. By contrast, wines made from Barbera, Dolcetto, or Moscato use different grapes. The shared conditions differ when comparing neighboring appellations or comparing different varieties within the region.
What conditions are shared and what are different when comparing Barolo and Barbaresco?
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Sources and reference materials
These are the sources used for the regional explanation and the EU register of geographical indications. For detailed production requirements, refer to the official documents for each appellation in the register.
- UNESCO | Vineyards of Piedmont Landscape ↗
- Protection Association｜Barolo Map ↗
- European Commission | Official register of geographical indications ↗