Alba Accademia Alberghiera ★ 4.5
Food, wine and tourism training academy in Alba and an official WSET Approved Programme Provider. Delivers the WSET Award in Wines at Levels 1 to 3 from its Alba base in the Langhe.
Tastings, courses and structured sessions in Piedmont that teach you the region in a glass.
Classes worth booking
AIS Piemonte Sommelier School ★ 4.4
The Piedmont regional arm of the Associazione Italiana Sommelier, running the three-level professional sommelier course from its Turin headquarters with delegations across the region.
Banca del Vino Tasting Laboratories ★ 4.4
The national wine bank in the Savoy cellars at Pollenzo, holding more than 100,000 bottles. Runs guided tastings and region-by-region discovery laboratories alongside the University of Gastronomic Sciences.
Book wine schools in Piedmont
Culinary Journey of Langhe Chef's Market Tour+Cooking Class
Guided tour of Langhe’s historic markets to select ingredients, followed by a cooking class in Alba preparing a three-course lunch, a tasty journey through Langhe’s fo...
Vineyard Walk with Wine & Cheese Pairing at a Langhe Winery
Explore our private Alterris estate, strolling through the vineyards, visiting our cellar dug into the hillside, and enjoying an exclusive wine and cheese pairing experience
Luxury Wine Tasting with Finger Foods in Alba City Center
Indulge in a wine tasting experience in Alba, featuring five exceptional wines and a selection of finger foods. Enjoy a curated selection of wines, including Barolo an...
Wine Schools in Piedmont, FAQ
When is the best time to visit Piedmont for wine?
Peak wine-travel season in Piedmont is spring through autumn, with harvest the standout window.
Do I need an appointment to taste at Piedmont estates?
classified-growth and grand-cru estates require booking days to weeks ahead; smaller family domaines often take walk-ins midweek.
What hours do Piedmont cellars and tasting rooms keep?
most estates open 10:00 to 17:00 by appointment, often closed Sunday and Monday.
How does tipping work at Piedmont tastings?
tipping is not expected at tastings; buying a bottle from the cellar door is the customary thank-you.
What is the one wine to try in Piedmont?
Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Piedmont rewards trust.