Piazza Monte Cervino, 1, Maretto

This is low hill country of the Monferrato and Astigiano, with vineyards, mixed fields and small woods. The area is shaped by ridges and shallow valleys rather than by mountains or a major river. Asti is the nearest town of size, with a substantial historic centre, services and rail connections. This part of the province is known for wine, especially Barbera and other Monferrato wines, and for a landscape of vine-covered hills and farm villages.