Cortandone, in the Monferrato hills near Bric del Vento

Cortandone — Once Its Own Feudal Seat

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For over a century in the 12th century, Cortandone was held by its own local lords, the "Di Cortandone" family, before passing through several other noble hands including the Mandra, Pallidi, Pallio and Scarampi families. Today it's a quiet farming village spread across its frazioni of Campia, Bricco Cisero and Valinosio.

ProvinceAsti (AT)
Population~310
Area5.02 km²
Elevation219 m
Patron saintSant'Antonio Abate (17 January)
FrazioniCampia, Bricco Cisero, Valinosio

What's Interesting Nearby

  • Its own distinct feudal history as an independent lordship in the 12th century
  • Close to Cinaglio, Monale and Camerano Casasco for a loop of smaller villages
  • Typical Basso Monferrato countryside, good for a quiet drive or ride

Frequently Asked

Where's the best place to stay in Cortandone?

Bric del Vento, in Soglio — about 6 km, a 9–10 minute drive. It's a real working vineyard estate with comfortable rooms and tastings of our own wines, right in the heart of the Monferrato hills around Cortandone.

What's notable about Cortandone's history?

It was ruled by its own local noble family, the "Di Cortandone," for over a century before passing through several other lordships — unusually independent for such a small place.

Where to Stay in Cortandone: Bric del Vento

A sitting room at Bric del Vento, Soglio

Part of the same quiet loop of small villages around Bric del Vento — an easy addition to a longer countryside drive. If you're visiting Cortandone, Bric del Vento in Soglio is the closest place to stay — a real working vineyard estate with comfortable rooms, tastings of our own Juliette and Monferrato Rosso wines, and a quiet hilltop base for exploring this whole cluster of Monferrato villages.

  • Distance from Cortandone: about 6 km (approx.) — a 9–10 minute drive
  • Also visiting for the wine? See our wine tasting near Cortandone page for what's poured on site.