Life in Italy has been turned upside down many times over the centuries, but the ancient landscapes never seem to change. In the UNESCO World Heritage area, Langhe Monferrato Roero (aka “Le Langhe”), in southern Piemonte, it seems the lush vineyards have been in place since the beginning of time. 

But, the past here can be interrupted by the present, with flashes of geometric neon colors peeking through the endless green. Thinking we’d come just for the wine and food, we discovered Le Langhe’s art scene, beginning with the outdoor installations of David Tremlett.