Meet Xandra – Your Italian Aunt Xandra Derks – lovingly called Mijn Italiaanse Tante (“My Italian Aunt”) knows all the hidden gems in Piedmont. She runs a travel agency specializing in this beautiful region and can arrange unforgettable activities for you: from truffle hunts to wine & food pairings. She works closely with local entrepreneurs to give you an authentic experience and a stay you’ll never forget. Hospitality here means tuning in to what you need, sharing good conversations over a glass of wine in the historic cellar or the cozy garden, and letting you experience Piedmont like a true local. At Casa di Mia Zia Bed & Wine, you’ll quickly feel part of the family – enjoy the gastronomy, the wine, the landscape, and each other!

Villa Uve – Your Home Away from Home in Piedmont Villa Uve is more than just a holiday home – its luxury and charm make it feel like your home. Enjoy a private 130 m² garden with breathtaking views over the rolling wine hills and the majestic Alps. Complete privacy and a serene atmosphere invite you to truly relax. Downstairs, the perfectly insulated bedroom features a queen-size bed with ergonomic mattresses, an antique wardrobe for your clothes, and a large platform under the stairs for your suitcases. Elegant artwork adds a warm, stylish touch. Upstairs, reached via both an indoor and outdoor staircase, you’ll find the inviting living room with an open kitchen. The interior is thoughtfully designed: real artwork on the walls, lush plants, quality kitchen equipment – including an espresso machine with cappuccino function – and a cozy atmosphere throughout. A compact yet comfortable bathroom is also located on this floor. Outside, enjoy a glass of wine at the dining table under the grapevines, doze off on your lounge sofa, or soak up the sun on the deckchairs. Take a refreshing dip in the shared above-ground pool in the garden of Casa di Mia Zia Bed & Wine, or explore the fascinating historic wine cellar. Within five minutes, you’re in the charming village center, with plenty of restaurants, cafés, and shops to discover nearby. ✨ Come as a guest, leave as family. At Villa Uve and Casa di Mia Zia Bed & Wine, you don’t just visit Piedmont – you experience it.

Discover Costigliole d'Asti Perfectly located between Alba and Asti, Costigliole d’Asti sits right on the border of the famous Langhe and Monferrato wine regions. This authentic village boasts an impressive castle that hosts Rosso Barbera – the largest Barbera tasting event – during the first weekend of the festival. In summer, the Barbera Summer Festival at the amphitheater is an experience not to be missed. The village offers everything you need: a bank, bakeries, post office, three supermarkets, cafés, boutiques, and restaurants. Nearby you’ll find countless wineries and picturesque wine villages waiting to be explored. Two Panchine Giganti (Giant Benches) are located in Costigliole for stunning photo opportunities. Genoa is just 1.5 hours away, Turin 1 hour, and Milan 2 hours. Even the ski slopes are within 1.5–2 hours’ drive.