High Monferrato

The Monferrato is a historical-geographical region of Piedmont, located between the provinces of Alessandria and Asti. It extends to the foothills of the Ligurian Apennines and borders the Langhe, Roero, and the Turin Hills.
 

The Monferrato includes: 

• Lower Monferrato: The northern part, around Casale Monferrato, in the province of Alessandria.
• Astigiano Monferrato: The part located in the province of Asti.
• Upper Monferrato: The southern part, which extends towards the Val Bormida and the foothills of the Ligurian Apennines.

The Monferrato is famous for its hilly landscapes, vineyards, historic villages, and its rich food and wine tradition, particularly for the production of wine, such as Barbera del Monferrato.