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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.

Those who have found a vacation rental in Tuscany and are planning a trip to the region, are probably expecting to eat a lot of great food but they should also be excited for all of the wines that they will be able to try. I've heard many say that the Italians keep the best of their wines for themselves and travelling in Italy allows you to tap into that precious supply for yourself and see what you've been missing out on.

We have discussed wines and vineyards and wine shops on this blog on several occasions and thought it only fitting to put together a guide to the wines of Tuscany; the ones you won't want to miss and where to find them.

3. Vin Santo

Vin Santo is made in many parts of Italy, but the best comes from Tuscany. There are three recognized DOC’s in Tuscany for Vin Santo: Vin Santo del Chianti (created in 1997), Vin Santo del Chianti Classico (1995) and Vin Santo di Montepulciano (1996).

If you have found a luxury villa in Florence, you are probably planning to track down and visit as many of the city's important tourist attractions and cultural gems as possible and that's busy work that will be sure to work up an appetite! Tuscany and Florence, in particular, are wonderful places to be hungry as there is a wealth of incredible dishes and a staggering amount of restaurants and eateries to choose from. If you are planning your visit for March, then you're really in luck as that is when Taste, the biggest foodie festival in the city, takes place!

Now in its 13th edition, Taste is an annual hybrid fair for both traders and the general public that began in 2006 and is an exploration and celebration of food, beverages, hospitality and restaurants in Italy. Planned as a collaboration between Pitti Immagine Srl and Davide Paolini, the fair will take place at Stazione Leopolda from March 10th to 12th this year.

If you want to experience the work of Monet, you're likely to plan a trip to France. However, one of the best introductions to that famous and great artist currently available in the world is actually in Florence. “Monet Experience and the Impressionists” is a new Crossmedia Group production that is a virtual and experience-based journey of images and sounds. The exhibition immerses viewers into the works of that legendary 19th century artist, taking his works beyond the canvas into a 360° environment, projected across huge screens, the architectural elements of the Church of Santo Stefano al Ponte and VR headsets and accompanies them with a combination of narration and music.

This immersive experience is a whole new way to appreciate the art of Monet and the Impressionists and is a must-see for any art-lovers who have found a luxury villa in Florence and are planning a visit to the city before the 1st of May 2018.

There is much to see and do in Florence. It is positively stuffed with tourist attractions and cultural gems. In between the mad dash from museums to churches to sculptures to famous square and streets and more, be sure to take a moment to pause and take the city in as a whole. Florence is many things but it is also, undoubtedly, a city with a very pretty skyline. Taking in her views is a must for anyone visiting Florence so browse our beautiful luxury villas in Florence and, when you visit, make time to take in some of the best views in Florence. Luckily, we've been compiling a list of some of the ultimate spots to take in said views so take note and get planning your trip.

5. Giardino Bardini

The Giardino Bardini, or Bardini Garden, is a Renaissance garden that is still a bit of a well-kept secret devoid of crazy crowds of tourists. Filled with beautiful canals, fountains, flowers and sculptures, it also boasts some exceptional views over the city.