La Spinetta — Winery in Castagnole delle Lanze

Giuseppe Rivetti started La Spinetta in 1977 after returning from Argentina, with Moscato d'Asti as his first wine. In the 1990s he moved into Barbaresco and Barolo, and added Tuscany too. The rhinoceros on the label is his trademark, a symbol of power and strength. La Spinetta grew into one of the most international and best-known names in Piedmont, now run by his sons Giorgio and Carlo and daughter Giovanna. One of the most extensive wineries in the Langhe: Moscato d'Asti, Barbaresco (Gallina, Vursù, Starderi), Barolo (Campè, Vigneto Garretti), Barbera d'Asti, Langhe Nebbiolo Pin (a Nebbiolo/Barbera blend), Chardonnay, Sauvignon, and Tuscan wines from Casanova della Spinetta. You can book several tastings through the website, from tasting 3 wines to a whole day visiting several locations with lunch. There are three locations, so check the website carefully before you go.