There's a stunning view across vineyards to a wall of snow-capped mountains from the rustic farmhouse tables that grace the light open space at Brandini, while the food is similarly a coming together of tradition and fresh ideas using local produce and organic vegetables from Brandini's own gardens. Ask about the cooking classes if you're keen to reproduce the Piedmontese kitchen at home.
If you miss lunch service, the young, knowledgeable and chatty staff are happy to rustle up a plate of cheese and salumi to have with a bottle of their excellent wine.