La Primavera del Castellinaldo Barbera d'Alba
Tasting tables and producers' dinner dedicated to the Barbera d'Alba of Roero
About Primavera del Castellinaldo
A weekend dedicated to the Barbera d'Alba of Roero
La Primavera del Castellinaldo Barbera d'Alba is the event that every spring transforms the small village of Castellinaldo d'Alba, in the province of Cuneo, into the capital of one of the most unique Barbera wines in Piedmont. Promoted by the Associazione Vinaioli del Castellinaldo—which currently brings together about twenty local wineries—in collaboration with Go Wine, the event is dedicated to showcasing the Castellinaldo Barbera d'Alba, the sub-zone of the denomination that uniquely defines this corner of Roero.
The tasting tables in Piazza Castello
The heart of the day is the tasting table setup in Piazza Castello on Sunday afternoon: producers are present in person at their stands, pouring their wines and sharing insights into their work in the vineyard and cellar, their stylistic choices, and their bond with the land. Available for tasting are the two signature wines of the village: Castellinaldo Barbera d'Alba and Arneis, the iconic white wine of Roero. It is a rare opportunity to taste and compare wines from an entire denomination while speaking directly with the winemakers.
The Producers' Dinner
The tasting session is followed in the evening by the Producers' Dinner: a gastronomic journey paired with Castellinaldo wines, a convivial moment that concludes the public-facing portion of the day. The event then continues with a day reserved for industry professionals, restaurateurs, wine merchants, and specialized press, dedicated to a technical deep dive into the denomination.
Castellinaldo and the Roero
Castellinaldo d'Alba is a hillside village in the Roero region, part of the Piedmontese Langhe-Roero-Monferrato territory recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Castellinaldo Barbera d'Alba denomination originates here from soils and microclimates that give this wine a recognizable, elegant, and long-lived character. The event is held under the patronage of the Enoteca Regionale del Roero and the Centro Studi sul Paesaggio Culturale Langhe Roero Monferrato, and is now a highly anticipated appointment for lovers of Piedmontese wine and slow enogastronomic tourism among the hills.
Why it's worth the trip
- Tastings guided by the producers themselves in an intimate and welcoming square.
- Focus on a niche denomination: the Castellinaldo Barbera d'Alba.
- Convivial dinner paired with local wines.
- Just minutes away from Alba, Bra, and the hills of Roero and the Langhe.
Primavera del Castellinaldo — edition 2026
La Primavera del Castellinaldo 2026 — third edition
The third edition of the event took place on Sunday, May 17 and Monday, May 18, 2026 in Castellinaldo d'Alba (CN), in the Roero region. Promoted by the Associazione Vinaioli del Castellinaldo together with Go Wine, and under the patronage of the Enoteca Regionale del Roero, it confirmed the format dedicated to the Castellinaldo Barbera d'Alba and the local Arneis.
A denomination told by the producers
The president of the Associazione Vinaioli del Castellinaldo, Riccardo Grasso, emphasized how this third edition confirms "the value of a shared project" for the identity-based promotion of the territory. The public Sunday brought wineries together around the tasting tables, while Monday was reserved for technical deep dives with operators, restaurateurs, wine merchants, and industry press.
Programme Primavera del Castellinaldo 2026
Sunday, May 17, 2026 — day open to the public
- Inaugural moment in Piazza Castello with producers and association representatives.
- 15:00 - 19:00 — Tasting tables in Piazza Castello: tastings of Castellinaldo Barbera d'Alba and Arneis with the direct presence of the producers (about 17-20 wineries). Entry €10 per person, tastings and appetizers included.
- From 19:30 — Producers' Dinner, a gastronomic journey paired with wines, curated by Coj – More than Food. Price €35 per person; tasting table + dinner package at €40. Reservation mandatory.
Monday, May 18, 2026 — reserved day
- Tasting tables and technical sessions reserved for industry professionals, restaurateurs, wine merchants, and specialized press to get to know the Castellinaldo Barbera d'Alba denomination up close.
Highlights Primavera del Castellinaldo 2026
Prices Primavera del Castellinaldo 2026
Practical information — Primavera del Castellinaldo
How to get there
Castellinaldo d'Alba is located in the Roero region, a few kilometers from Alba and Bra (province of Cuneo). By car, it can be reached via the A33 Asti-Cuneo motorway (Alba exit) or the A21 (Asti Est exit), then continuing along the hilly roads of Roero. By train, the reference station is Alba, from where you can continue by car or local bus.
Where it takes place
Tastings are held in Piazza Castello, in the town center. The location of the Producers' Dinner is provided upon booking.
Tickets and reservations
Entry to the tasting tables requires a fee which includes the tastings; the Producers' Dinner requires a reservation. For accreditation and information, contact Go Wine (tel. +39 0173 364631, [email protected]) or the channels of the Associazione Vinaioli del Castellinaldo.
Tips
Take advantage of your visit to explore the hills of Roero and the Langhe: wineries, villages, and traditional restaurants are all within a short distance. Please arrange for a designated driver or plan an overnight stay in the area.
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Where does it take place — Primavera del Castellinaldo
Piazza Castello
Piazza Castello, 12050 Castellinaldo d'Alba