Tourism in summer 2020? It's in Monferrato, a pristine land rich in tradition, offering numerous sensory experiences to reconnect with its roots. And the roots of Mazzetti d’Altavilla are here, in the land that saw its birth 174 years ago, transforming this grappa distillery into the most historic distillery in the Northwest.
A new welcome campaign is launching from the UNESCO hills of Piedmont , aimed at all visitors, with a variety of services now available again after being suspended in recent months. The first to restart in recent weeks are guided tours of the company , a journey through several stages (from the Piazzale delle Vinacce to the Grappa Store , passing through the Distillery, the Barrique Cellar, and the Galleria della Grappa) to raise awareness of the wealth of knowledge linked to Italy's flagship distillate and all the productions of the " Casa della Grappa ," as the headquarters Mazzetti d’Altavilla, the ancient monastery located atop the Altavilla Monferrato hill, is nicknamed. The tours, accompanied by guided tastings , have resumed safely: booking allows us to manage the number of participants in order to prevent any type of crowding while also maximizing the opportunity for visitors to learn more. For summer 2020, Mazzetti d’Altavilla also offers those staying in Monferrato the opportunity to take a Tour of the Panoramic Tower . This small-group tour, filled with fascinating anecdotes of history, nature, art, and legend, takes you up the various levels of the historic structure, which soars to a height of 27 meters, offering breathtaking open-air views of the UNESCO-listed hills. The hospitality also extends to the Restaurant Materia Prima , which has reopened its doors with new specialties showcasing local and seasonal cuisine. It also offers the exceptional opportunity to pair the experience with tastings featuring locally sourced spirits, allowing you to appreciate the principles of pairing spirits with culinary art. All the services listed are available by reservation to ensure compliance with required safety standards. Every day, without reservations, you can also access the Historic Park, the La Rotonda, the photography exhibitions, and the Grappa Store for guided tastings. Also welcoming are some new additions to the Votive Chapel Mazzetti Mazzetti d’Altavilla , such as the 2020 Collection Liquorice and Lemon liqueurs , enhanced by carefully crafted packaging. Not only the Altavilla headquarters, but also the Grappa Store in Marcallo and Milan are preparing for a summer of tastings and meetings with visitors who wish to delve deeper into the world of Piedmontese spirits.
