Cannubi Path: our new artistic trail is now open!
Dedicated to Michele Chiarlo and inspired by the La Court Art Park, the multisensory experience designed by Ugo Nespolo is now open to the public, free of charge
A celebration of a fruitful and inspiring partnership spanning over a decade, and an opportunity to make Cannubi an even more shared and accessible treasure: we are thrilled to announce the opening of the Cannubi Path, an artistic journey created by Maestro Ugo Nespolo and dedicated to Michele Chiarlo.
“It’s a special day for us—not just because we’re unveiling the Cannubi Path dedicated to our father Michele—but because we’re continuing a dream that began nearly 70 years ago. With Maestro Nespolo by our side, we’re bringing to life a project that invites everyone to experience the culture and passion that these vines represent.” says Stefano Chiarlo. “Over the years, we’ve cultivated some of the finest vineyards in Barolo, Barbaresco and Nizza. These vineyards have always been at the heart of everything we do, but there was a moment when we began to see them differently. That turning point came in the summer of 1996, during a sunset party at Cerequio. Back then, Palás was still a run-down village, there was nothing there, but it was one of the best celebrations we’ve ever hosted. It was then we realized that producing great wine wasn’t enough— we wanted to bring people into these vineyards and share them.” adds Alberto Chiarlo.
The Cannubi Path draws its inspiration from the Art Park La Court, winding through the rows of Italy’s oldest cru. This is more than a visual embellishment—it’s a heartfelt tribute to the land, transforming a visit into a deep, multisensory experience. With installations set among the vines and in the ciabot, visitors are invited to fully connect with the landscape and feel the passion of those who cultivate it. The project celebrates the region’s rich winemaking history and cultural significance, further cementing the synergy between Nespolo’s art and Michele Chiarlo’s winemaking legacy— a collaboration that has already led to notable projects like the Art Park La Court and the label for La Court Vignaveja Nizza DOCG Riserva.
This latest initiative adds to the exciting developments of 2024, showcasing the many facets of the Chiarlo winery. Among these is the Sky Bar & Lounge, which opened in June at the Palás Cerequio resort in La Morra, right in the heart of one of Barolo’s most renowned crus, as well as the exhibition “Nespolo & Chiarlo: since 2010, Art in the Vineyard”, currently on display in the Caveau of Barolo until the end of the year. Visitors can view some of Ugo Nespolo’s most significant works, along with previously unseen sketches that tell the story of his long-standing partnership with Michele Chiarlo.
“We warmly invite everyone to explore the Cannubi Path, which is open to the public and free of charge throughout the year. Let’s come together to celebrate and preserve Cannubi as a shared cultural heritage!
Alberto&Stefano Chiarlo