A talented Piedmontese photographer—who isn't just a photographer, and who isn't just Piedmontese, because he's about to be adopted by the island of Elba—and a curious Roman journalist—who isn't just a journalist, but also Milanese—invite us to travel to some of their beloved Piedmontese places, places they long for from afar: the smell of verdigris that covers the vineyards at the beginning of summer, the scent of must in the Langhe villages, and the natural, slightly earthy aroma of truffles. And there's no better way than to spend a few days in castles, farmhouses, stately homes, monasteries, and even old peasant dwellings, once abandoned and now tastefully and passionately restored, fully respecting their ancient structures and original functions.
The book offers forty extraordinary examples, charming resorts and relais where you are welcomed as friends.
Preface by Arturo Brachetti Text by Franco Faggiani
