Truffle Hunt & Wine Tasting
I'm a professional truffle hunter from 3 generations in Alba. My grandfather after the 2nd world war was one of the first truffle hunters in Alba, he taught my father all the secrets about the precious "ipogean fungus" then my father taught it to me. I'm a dog trainer & actually I've got 3 great dogs: Isi, Palli & Lisa. I would like to teach "some' 'of my truffle hunting secrets to travelers. During the tour you will be helped by my friend Margherita. She's an official tourist guide with great passion for truffles and local traditions to translate every part of the hunting.
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Truffle Hunt & Wine Tasting
What's included in Truffle Hunt & Wine Tasting
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Discover the secrets and traditional techniques in a real hunt for the precious white or black truffle with a professional "Trifolao" and his inseparable dog. Understand how, where and why truffles grow in our area, how dogs are trained, learn the differences between white and black truffles and enjoy the intense aroma. You will meet the guide at the meeting point, follow her car to one of the secret places where the "Trifolao" awaits you for a pleasant nature walk in search of truffles! After the search you can enjoy a wine tasting in a typical family-run winery where you will taste different wines including the renowned Barolo, accompanied by small samples of typical and local products such as salami or cheese and breadsticks. White truffle season: from 1st of Oct. to 31st of Jan.-black truffle: different types at different times of the year. Truffles found during the search are not included but can be purchased from Trifolao. During the autumn season, warm and comfortable clothing is recommended, rain coats and rubber boots are available. A car it's necessary to move between Alba, the woods and the winery. Transfer can be provided on request. Meeting point can be change.
Food Menu
STARTER - cheese and salami
Inclusions
- barolo or Barbaresco wine tasting plus other 3 wines degustation.
- Raincoat and boots
- cheese , salame and grissin
- Private transportation
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The guide waits you outside cemetery main entrance. You can follow the guide car with your car. The meeting point can be change.
