The Alto Monferrato – split into two provinces, Asti and Alessandria – owes its name not to the geographical position but to the rather prominent hills that characterise the area.
The variety of landscapes that one can admire presents unique sceneries, where woods alternate with precious vineyards that often dominate old hamlets with austere castles.

Besides Acqui Terme, a visit to Ovada – surrounded by wonderful castles – and to Gavi, famous for its homonymous white d.o.c.g. wine, is a must.
The Alto Monferrato lies where Piedmont borders Liguria.
It was a land of passage and conquest. The gastronomy took advantage of that and - still today - it is rich in flavours and tastes.

The local dishes got the sea breeze - above all in the aromas.
“Focacce”, “fritti di magro”, “torte verdi”, “salsa di noci and pesto” alternate with the typical earthy dishes of the Monferrato.
“Ravioli” and the classic “fritto misto” are strongly linked to the Piedmontese tradition.

It’s a land to discover and to live!