Who would expect that in a little hilltown in Piemonte there would be a castle devoted to wine-making, complete with a documentary and actors portraying the history of this fascinating area. The museum is well-done and certainly held our interest for the hour or so that we were there. If you're visiting Piemonte, it would be good to take time...
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Grinzane di Cavour
Alba, Italy
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Ranked #3 of 3 attractions in Alba
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Type: Castles, Wineries, History Museums
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There are so many beautiful places to visit in Piedmont. This is one that is worth a visit : well resored and maintained castle,lovely setting, good museum, enoteca/ shop and just drenched in the history of wine, the locality and Italy itself. I'm biassed: I love the area and the wines. Nevertheless this is worth a couple of hours out...
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Impressive looking castle that has been well restored. Castle was formally once the home of Count Cavour, he of Italian reunification fame and who a street in just about every Italian city and town is named after. Museum has some interesting exhibits including some on white truffles and the auction of truffles that is held in the castle each year....
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A good tourist castle and easy to get around. I wishit was more appointed with relics but understand the circumsatances.
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