Locanda del Pilone

Locanda del Pilone, nestled in the heart of the Langhe hills in Alba, Italy, is a luxurious resort featuring a Michelin-starred restaurant under Chef Federico Gallo. The restaurant highlights local Piedmontese products, creating innovative dishes that fuse traditional flavors with Mediterranean influences and place special emphasis on the region’s renowned truffles. Guests enjoy refined accommodations alongside breathtaking panoramic views of vineyards and the Alps, complemented by a spectacular pool overlooking the landscape. The resort offers two dining experiences: the main elegant restaurant and La Terrazza bistrot, which serves lighter gourmet dishes amid views of the Barbaresco vineyards and the Alps. The extensive wine cellar includes over 1400 labels, showcasing Piedmontese wines alongside prestigious Italian, French, and international selections. Seasonal menus emphasize locally sourced, high-quality ingredients, featuring specialties such as truffle dishes, Chiocciole Sloweat with Pilpil sauce, Capunet with veal and foie gras, and freshwater fish like smoked tench and sturgeon. Beyond dining, Locanda del Pilone arranges exclusive activities including truffle hunting, wine tastings at historic cellars, horseback riding, hot air ballooning, cooking classes with Chef Gallo, and spa massages, ensuring a culturally immersive and memorable stay.