6 Piemonte-Inspired Gift Ideas
Give la dolce vita this Christmas with these Piedmont-inspired presents.
If you’re tired of giving (and receiving) the same generic gifts every year, Piedmont offers an antidote to mass-produced stocking-fillers that end up forgotten by January.
These gift ideas support local producers and artisans and celebrate craftsmanship while showing your loved ones how much you care.
Ready to level up your gift-giving game? Browse these Piedmontese treats—perfect for the Italophile in your life.
If you're visiting Piedmont this December, head to the Christmas market at Govone for your Christmas shopping.
1. Wine, Vermouth, & Grappa
Bottles of Barolo and Barberesco make wonderful gifts, but for the wine lover who’s tasted them all, why not get a crisp Erbaluce, a rare Prunent, or one of the region’s many excellent vermouths and grappas?
These retailers ship internationally and carry reliable selections.
Wine.com (US): Carries a huge Piedmont selection, and regular buyers can enjoy lower delivery costs with the subscription shipping pass.
Mr D Wine Merchant (US): A boutique importer specialising in Italy, with an excellent curated range from small Piedmont producers you won’t easily find elsewhere.
Great Wines Direct (UK): A reliable UK-based retailer with strong stock levels, their Piedmont range usually spans the classics.
Love Langhe Shop (EU + International): Based in Piedmont, this shop stocks locally sourced wines direct from producers.
Berry Bros. & Rudd (UK): A historic, trusted retailer that offers tasting notes and curated regional lists—handy if you want buying guidance as well as choice.
Master of Malt (UK + International): Best known for spirits, they also carry a solid selection of vermouths and aperitivo staples.
The Whisky Exchange (UK + International): Primarily a spirits specialist, but with a range of vermouths and grappas for gifting aperitivo and after-dinner bottles.
Want to go a step further and gift a trip to Piedmont? This guide will help you decide when to visit.
2. Truffles & Truffle Pasta
We all have that one foodie friend who loves recreating Michelin-worthy dishes and posting them on Instagram—so why not give them something worth posting this Christmas?
While fresh white truffles only grow from October to January—making them the perfect holiday gift—black truffles are available year-round.
Tartuflanghe (International): This Piedmont truffle retailer is leading the way with its range, which includes the first truffle-infused pasta, chips, salts, condiments, and chocolates, along with non-truffle sauces.
Love Langhe Shop (International): Sells fresh white truffles by the gram when in season, plus preserved products.
Urbani Truffles (Europe): A long-standing exporter offering fresh and preserved truffles, truffle snacks, oils, sauces, and Piedmontese mushrooms. Urbani USA is a good option for fresh truffles in the US.
Gourmet Food Store (US): Stocks truffle condiments, oils, and pastas from several producers.
Gifting truffles is great—but nothing beats experiencing the real thing. Plan your visit to the Alba truffle fair with this guide.
3. Hazelnuts, Cheese, and Honey
Piedmont’s reputation for excellence doesn’t stop at wine and truffles. It also produces Italy’s most prized hazelnut—the Nocciola Piemonte IGP—along with delicate acacia honeys and more than 30 regional cheeses that all make perfect hamper fillers.
Cuor di Nocciola (EU): Direct from the producer; their hazelnut spread gift sets make excellent seasonal presents.
Caseificio Rosso (Italy): Alpine cheeses from the Biella area, with curated gift boxes available. (International shipping on request.)
Love Langhe Shop (International): Carries local honey and hazelnut products.
Shop Piemonte (International): Wide range of cheeses, salamis, and hazelnut products.
Eataly (International): Good source for hazelnut spreads and Piedmont pantry items like pasta, cheese, and chocolate.
Vallebona (UK): Selects Italian cheeses and salamis, including some from Piedmont.
Did you know Piedmont holds annual festivals celebrating all its produce? Here are 19 food and wine festivals to explore beyond the truffle fair.
4. Chocolate, Sweets, & Panettone
Piedmont is the birthplace of gianduja—hazelnut chocolate—and home to some of Italy’s most respected chocolatiers. From silky gianduiotti to torrone (nougat) and festive panettoni, these treats make classic, crowd-pleasing gifts.
Venchi: Known for high-quality gianduia, filled pralines, and beautifully packaged seasonal tins.
Barbero: Historic confectioner known for its baci di Cherasco chocolates still sold from the original store in Cherasco.
Guido Gobino: A Turin institution offering beautiful seasonal gift boxes, 3D advent calendars, and decadent chocolate spreads.
Barrati & Milano: Another historic Turin chocolatier, their chocolate gift sets and panettone boxes evoke nostalgia for Christmases past.
Eataly: Carries a rotating selection of Piedmontese sweets from brands and seasonal panettoni. A convenient one-stop shop for international customers.
Shop Piemonte: Carries a selection of gianduiotti, torrone, baci di dama biscuits, and panettone.
Galup: Piedmont’s most famous panettone brand is known for its Piedmontese twist on the classic Christmas cake, topped with hazelnut icing and whole almonds.
5. Coffee
Turin’s love affair with coffee is reflected in its café culture—and your favourite coffee purist can channel Italian elegance into their cup of morning joe with a gift from these Turin-based brands.
Lavazza: One of Italy’s most well-known coffee brands, they offer a wide range of blends—from classic espresso roasts to single-origin lines—and international shipping.
Caffè Vergnano: Another roastery with a long heritage, known for its slow-roasted beans and balanced blends.
Secret Piemonte runs mostly on coffee—if you want to support me this Christmas, why not buy me a cuppa?
6. Cookbooks & Books on Piedmont
For the bookworm in your life who loves the region—or wants to understand it more deeply—these books offer a mix of culinary insight, travel writing, and Piedmontese literature.
A Passion for Piedmont: Italy’s Most Glorious Regional Table, Matt Kramer: An in-depth introduction to Piedmontese cooking, combining recipes with context about the region’s food culture.
Autumn in Piemonte: Food and Travels in Italy's Northwest, Manuela Darling-Gansser: Part cookbook, part travel diary, this beautifully photographed book follows the author through harvest season, blending recipes with storytelling.
The Wines of Piemonte, David Way: A detailed yet approachable guide to the region’s key grapes, terroirs, and appellations—ideal for wine lovers who want to go beyond Barolo.
The Wines and Foods of Piemonte, Tom Hyland: A comprehensive overview of the region’s culinary and wine traditions, with profiles of producers and restaurant recommendations.
La luna e i falò (The Moon and the Bonfires), Cesare Pavese: A post-war classic set in the Langhe hills, exploring memory, identity, and the pull of home. Essential reading for anyone drawn to the region.
Il partigiano Johnny (Johnny the Partisan), Beppe Fenoglio: A raw, powerful novel based on Fenoglio’s own experience in the Resistance, offering a vivid portrait of wartime life in the Langhe.
In the Sea There Are Crocodiles, Fabio Geda: Based on a true story, this novel follows an Afghan boy’s journey across borders to Italy. Not Piedmont-specific, but written by a Turinese author.
Give the Gift of Piedmont this Christmas
Buying from Piedmont means championing its landscapes, artisans, and culinary heritage—and giving someone a little taste of Italian warmth.
Keep this guide handy for your festive shopping—or pass it on and see if they take the hint.
Looking for a festive getaway as the ultimate gift? Here’s how to spend the holidays in Piedmont.
