Piedmont is located in Northwest Italy, near the Swiss Alps. Its wine region is known for its red wines, including Barolo and Barbaresco, and its indigenous grape varieties: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Cortese, Arneis, and Moscato.

The Piedmont wine region has a cold, continental winter climate, and reduced rainfall due to the rain shadow effect of the Alps. The valley and the mountains contribute to the area's noted fog cover which aids in the ripening of Nebbiolo grapes. The soil is rich in minerals, producing full-bodied, complex wines.

Piedmont is a region celebrated for its beef - Piedmontese cattle are famous worldwide. They produce great quality milk, cheese, and particularly lean and tender meat. The region's cuisine reflects the long, cold months, robust and ideal to pair with its full-bodied red wines.