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Commanding an exceptional and deeply historical position within the ancient hamlet near Alba and Bra, this magnificent 19th-century patrician compound stands as a true monument to Italian royal history and world-class wine culture. Originally established as an avant-garde country estate and "palace of delights" for King Charles Albert of Savoy, the monumental landmark is proudly protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enclosed within a sprawling, two-hectare private botanical parkland rich with ancient trees, the estate offers a rare level of absolute privacy, globally renowned as the birthplace of the Slow Food movement and home to the University of Gastronomic Sciences.

A meticulous historical restoration has masterfully preserved the property's rich aristocratic heritage while integrating premium contemporary comforts. The warm, light-filled interiors boast traditional handmade terracotta floors, noble wooden coffered ceilings, and extensive guest suites individually named after Piedmont’s finest wines. Outside, lifestyle centers around a magnificent summer swimming pool hidden within the lawns, complemented by a deluxe private wellness SPA, an executive fitness gym, and the dramatic, towering Neo-Gothic brick structures that provide an unmatched scenic backdrop for milestone weddings and high-profile private galas.

The estate’s versatile multi-building layout flows seamlessly across grand reception halls, subterranean vaults, and highly private residential quarters:
- The Wine Bank & Royal Cellars: Hidden beneath the ground are the estate’s original brick-arched vaults, now housing the world-famous Banca del Vino (The Wine Bank)—a living museum engineered to safeguard Italy's finest vintages, providing an elite environment for private sommelier masterclasses.
- The Gourmet Sanctuary (Garden Restaurant): Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows facing the manicured grounds, the grand stateroom hosts formal al fresco and indoor banqueting for up to 240 seated guests, pairing authentic Langa recipes with organic local ingredients.
- The Quarters & The Albertina Annex: Overnight guests enjoy elite comfort split across the main palace's luxury bedrooms (featuring premium custom marble bathrooms) and the 24 additional independent bedrooms located in the separate, fully private Corte Albertina detached guest annex.