Strada dei Vini e dei Sapori dei Colli Piacentini – A journey through taste, history and timeless hills. In the heart of western Emilia-Romagna, the Strada dei Vini e dei Sapori dei Colli Piacentini winds through rolling hills, ancient castles and picturesque villages. A route that crosses the valleys of Arda, Nure, Tidone and Trebbia, where the peasant culture has left a legacy rich in flavors and traditions. 🍷 Straightforward wines, as authentic as the territory: The Colli Piacentini DOC are synonymous with quality: from the full-bodied Gutturnio to the delicate Ortrugo, passing through Malvasia, Barbera, Bonarda and the extraordinary Vin Santo di Vigoleno. Each glass tells of a hill, a harvest, a family. 👉 Tip: Visit a family-run winery and ask to taste the sparkling Gutturnio with local cured meats – it's a pairing that never disappoints. 🏰 Fascinating villages and postcard views: Walking through Castell'Arquato, Bobbio, Grazzano Visconti or Vigoleno is like entering a history book. Fortresses, Romanesque churches and stone bridges blend with the landscape in a perfect balance between man and nature. 👉 Tip: Stop in Bobbio for a walk on the Devil's Bridge and a lunch of typical dishes: unforgettable views and cuisine. 🍽️ Flavors of the Piacenza tradition: At the table, pisarei and fasò, tortelli with tail, DOP cured meats such as pancetta, coppa and salami, accompanied by fragrant bread and local cheeses, reign supreme. The cuisine is simple, but full of character. 👉 Tip: Don't miss the tortelli with tail with butter and sage: a classic of the area to be enjoyed with a glass of Ortrugo. 🚶 Nature, relaxation and slow rhythms: The valleys of Piacenza are perfect for excursions, cycling routes, visits to the vineyard or simple days in the open air. Every season has its charm: autumn offers intense colors, spring scents and regenerating silences. 👉 Tip: Cycle through the Trebbia Valley to Rivergaro: a ride through gentle curves and postcard views. The Strada dei Vini e dei Sapori dei Colli Piacentini is more than a food and wine itinerary: it is an experience of authenticity, where time slows down and each stage has the taste of home.