There are lots of wine producers and wineries based in Tuscany. In fact, one is completely spoiled for choice when it comes to picking a place to go and learn about wine-making, tour a vineyard, and sample some delicious Tuscan wines. However, among these incredible, and often historic, wineries, a newer generation and batch of different and more innovative establishments have cropped up in the last decade or so. One example of such a place is the lovely Frank & Serafico winery, located in the heart of the Maremma. If you have found a vacation rental in the Maremma and are looking for a wonderful foodie experience, it is an ideal choice.
Fattoria Betti is a vineyard and winery that was founded in 1900 and is located in Montalbano in Chianti. A quiet and beautiful part of the region that is made up of sleepy medieval villages, little churches, rolling fields of olive groves and vineyards, and old Medici villas.
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Apr
2018
2018
Italy is best known for her wines and images of the vineyards of Chianti and sipping prosecco in Venice are disseminated all over the internet, television and travel guides. However, wines are not the only delicious tipples that can be found in Italy. There are plenty of other liqueurs and cocktails and other alcoholic beverages that are unique to, and typical of, the country that you should try while relaxing there on your next Italian getaway.
China Massagli (pronounced KEE-nah Mah-SAH-lee) is a unique Tuscan liquor that was first created in the nineteenth century by a one doctor Massagli, who was the owner of a pharmacy in Piazza San Michele in Lucca. Originally sold as a medicinal beverage during the Malaria epidemic of the 19th century in the city, it is now a local tipple that is a must-try for any foodie that has found a vacation rental in Lucca and is exploring the gastronomy of the city.
One of the main ingredients of the drink, from which it partially gets its name, is China Ginebona Officinalis. Also known as Jesuit's bark, the plant contains quinine, an ingredient used to fight fever and malaria, which is still sold in pharmacies to this day.
One of the main ingredients of the drink, from which it partially gets its name, is China Ginebona Officinalis. Also known as Jesuit's bark, the plant contains quinine, an ingredient used to fight fever and malaria, which is still sold in pharmacies to this day.
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Mar
2018
2018
Tuscany is famous for her delicious food and wine. If you have found a vacation rental in Tuscany and are planning on exploring the region, then you will also need to explore the culinary landscape of the region as it is integral to the experience of this beautiful place. We have discussed wines and vineyards and wine shops on this blog on several occasions and now we are putting together a guide to the wines of Tuscany; the ones you won't want to miss and where to find them. Hereare more of the Tuscan wines that you need to try!
9. Sovana
Sovana is a DOC red or rosé wine that is produced in the south of Tuscany. Named after the ancient Etruscan settlement of Sovana, it received its DOC status in 1999.
9. Sovana
Sovana is a DOC red or rosé wine that is produced in the south of Tuscany. Named after the ancient Etruscan settlement of Sovana, it received its DOC status in 1999.