Great wines from Piemonte: the past and future of Barolo and Barbaresco wines

This year UNISG offers a journey to discover the most iconic Piedmontese wines, with insights into history, places and people who determine their success, the link between land, climate and sensory characteristics, economics and market strategies which made them famous all over the world.

Four days during which very topical issues will emerge such as sustainability in its various forms and climate change to which the future of Italian wine depends

Seminars conducted by UNISG professors and experts, workshops and guided tastings which will alternate with convivial moments and educational visits to the Langhe wine region

Registrations open

Start date: July 1​8th – ​21​st, 2023

Language:  English

Cost: 1.250€ + 22% VAT – includes all the training activities (lessons, tastings, visits), 4 lunches, 1 dinner and transport during day 4 for the tour in Barolo and Barbaresco area)

20% discount for UNISG students and alumni, UNISG Partners and Slow Food members

For further information and logistic support: summerschool@unisg.it

 

Programme

Morning

  • Presentation of the University of Pollenzo and the multidisciplinary approach to the study of wine and gastronomy
  • The HISTORY of Langhe wines from their origins to the 80s

LUNCH

Afternoon

  • SENSORY ANALYSIS tests in the lab to recognize the flavours and aromas of wines and to discover their differences

Morning

  • HISTORY: the last 40 years in the Langhe wine region
  • CRUs – 4 production areas for 4 vintages – with tasting

LUNCH

Afternoon

  • WINE AND FOOD: cooking lab of traditional Piedmontese dishes followed by a food and wine pairing activity

Morning

  • WINE AND SUSTAINABILITY: trends and scenarios, the impacts of climate change on production and the challenges of the future of wine
  • Natural Wines – with tasting

LUNCH

Afternoon

  • ECONOMICS AND MARKETING

Piedmontese wines in the world

Group DINNER in the Langhe

Tour of the lands of Barolo and Barbaresco with visit and tasting at 2 symbolic cellars

Confirmation Process: Upon achieving the required minimum number of participants, you will receive an email from summerschool@unisg.it, confirming the acceptance of your application. This email will include instructions for the submission of a deposit of 150€ + 22% VAT.

Waiting List: In the event that the number of applications surpasses the available spaces, applicants not initially selected will be placed on a waiting list. Should any spaces become available, individuals on the waiting list will be notified.

Final Payment: Subsequently, an email will be sent regarding the second payment of the outstanding balance, which must be settled by July 3, 2023. Failure to complete this payment by the stipulated deadline will result in the risk of losing your spot to an applicant on the waiting list.

 

Refunds and Cancellations:

Refunds: Should the course not reach the minimum number of participants, the deposit (150€ + 22% VAT) will be refunded. Please note that under no other circumstances will refund of the deposit be issued.

Cancellations: If you have already paid the second installment and wish to cancel your participation, you must communicate this intention via email to summerschool@unisg.it by July 3, 2023. In this scenario, 50% of the total amount paid will be refunded. Beyond this date, no refunds for cancellations will be granted.

Inquiries: For any further questions or clarifications, please reach out to summerschool@unisg.it.