The city of Canelli is the Italian capital of Spumante where, in 1865 , Asti Spumante was born by Carlo Gancia. It is famous above all for its underground cellars for aging wines, real and proper Underground Cathedrals that branch out under the town, masterpieces of architecture and enological engineering, where millions of bottles are left to ferment at a constant temperature of 12-14 degrees, taking on the typical aromas and flavors of sparkling wine and wines.
Canelli has a medieval layout built around the ancient structure formed by successive stratifications around the Castle. Its economy is therefore based on the processing of Spumante and Moscato and Canelli is known throughout the world for all the related wines and enology.
It is home to many historic wineries Bosca , Coppo , Contratto , Gancia and the historic Bocchino distillery.
They create a unique landscape developing along the rolling hills covered by vineyards as far as the eye can see and shaped over the years by man’s work.
The visit to the Underground Cathedrals is a unique experience, the most original and characteristic place you can discover in Canelli but also the least visible.
The project that led to the recognition of the Wine Landscapes of Langhe-Roero and Monferrato as 50th UNESCO site in Italy elected as a World Heritage Site.
A group of highly trained young people will guide you along the path enriching it with historical anecdotes that make your stay even more interesting. Before or after the visit and tasting of the wines of the cellars, a tasting menu of typical dishes of the area, will make the experience an unforgettable moment.