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Roero: The Part of Piemonte's Wine Country, without the Crowds

Simone makes the case for the Roero, the wine region across the Tanaro river from the Langhe. UNESCO-listed, almost no queues, the Big Benches project, white truffle season, and a glass of Arneis at the source.

Piemonte Has a Hidden Alpine Valley. Most Visitors Drive Past It on the Way to a Tasting Room.

Heaven Crawley has lived in Piemonte long enough to know what visitors miss. Valle Maira, a balloon flight at first light, tajarin with truffle, and the one rule she would impose on every itinerary.

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