Siena and Tuscany's Wine Country
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WINE TASTING IN TUSCANY ITALY
WINE TASTING IN TUSCANY ITALY
We had a brilliant day doing a wine tasting tour from Florence into the beautiful countryside of Tuscany, Italy
Our first stop in Tuscany was the Chianti region where we tried 4 different Chianti wines. We then had around 40 minutes to explore a small Tuscany village. The second Vineyard was our favourite, set in the stunning hills of the Siena region of Tuscany, hills and vineyards as far as the eye could see and we got to watch the beautiful sunset.
It was a truly magical experience and we had the best day doing wine tasting in Tuscany, Italy
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Get away from the lines and crowds in downtown Florence! We rode along on I Bike Italy's Classic Tuscany Full Day Tour with founder, Bill, and guide, Dawn. Follow Whitney Richelle of and see just how much more fun olive oil and wine tasting in the countryside is when you do it on a bike instead of on a bus. Another plus to tours by bike? Burning more calories = a good excuse to eat and drink more at lunch in the villa!
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Siena, Tuscany walking tour on east side
We’re going to take you on an extensive walk in little lanes in the residential neighborhoods on the east side of town strolling along via di Pantaneto which is the eastern extension that main lane, via Banchi di Sotto, which later changes names again to Via Roma. In this neighborhood you'll find the Siena University, one of the first in Europe when it was established in the year 1240. And naturally you'll find quite a few young people here and inexpensive restaurants, and a very casual kind of atmosphere. Even though Siena is a historical town, almost an outdoor museum, it's very much a residential community as it has been for about 1000 years. The dog has a right to walk freely because, well, he's at a street called Dog and Cat. The little alleys are called vicolo, and they are charming and quiet and peaceful places to live. It's really quite amazing how the Italians figured this out hundreds of years ago, in fact the way the cities developed in the Middle Ages often made more sense than the way we develop today, with our massive traffic congestions and remote suburban sprawl. Here you've got a compact town with lots of people living together in pretty high density, and yet you have quiet little lanes like this that would be a wonderful place to live. And then around the corner in easy walking distance you've got your shops, your piazza, you've got the church, you've got schools nearby – everything you need is in easy walking distance. Take advantage of this excellent historic preservation because it presents a golden opportunity for some extensive walking in the many little back alleys. Casual strolls could easily keep you busy for several hours. There is so much more to see in this town beyond the major sites. Exploring off the beaten track, away from the tourist centers and shopping streets, can be a very rewarding experience for the intrepid traveler. And to help navigate through these winding pedestrian lanes – you might get a little lost but there are usually street names up on the buildings, and get a good map. It’s a small town, so you can’t get too lost. And if you should get disoriented while you’re out walking, that’s a great excuse to stop a local and ask them for some directions. You might even get into a friendly conversation. A view of the Church of San Giorgio. We are down at the Piazza del Mercato, the ancient market square which still today has outdoor produce market several times a week. Otherwise it's kind of a parking lot surrounded by very old pastel colored residential buildings. This Mercato is a lovely nook of the city, just two blocks south of the Campo, the main busy square, and yet 95% of the visitors never get here. On the map you'll see the approximate route. We have just been walking along that main lane, via di Pantaneto, via Roma. And now we're going to continue walking on other nearby lanes, especially Giglio and Rossi, and various alleys that will lead us there and take us around. For those travelers who love to get away from the shops and stroll through quiet residential alleys, Siena offers many more possibilities. These little byways are your gateway to enter the authentic side of Siena. You can get free information from the official tourist office while you're there and they have brochures that will help you find your way. They outline various walks that you can take on your own, and also available as downloads from their website. The name of that official tourist office website is enjoysiena.it and it's got different itineraries suggested for you – if you have three days they've got an outline, or two days, or three hours, or one day. But something you don't find even on their website or in the tourist guide books are these simple little residential neighborhoods and yet this can be a most rewarding part of your visit. The church of San Francisco was first built from the year 1228 and expanded from the original Romanesque into the larger Gothic style we see now in the 14th and 15th centuries. The vast interior could handle large crowds of the faithful. We are finishing up our tour of Siena with a stroll along another wonderful lane, via dei Rossi, which leads back to the main street, via Banchi di Sopra, and from there you can find your own way home. A typical but unusual for you site that you'll run into is somebody twirling a flag around. They are practicing because this is one of the great traditions of Siena. They'll put on a performance at various festivals and parades in full costume. We are going to leave you with images of these young lads practicing their rituals that have been handed down for 1000 years in Siena – a wonderful look into the future with the young generation carrying on traditions that are been hammered out over countless centuries.
Wine & Cooking in the Heart of Chianti Tuscany and Florence
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This week-long vacation will consist of a small and intimate group of no more than 18 people. It is an 8 day, 7 night all-inclusive experience that offers a wonderful mixture of some of Central and Southern Tuscany's highlights, including the magnificent cities of Florence and Siena, along with some off-the-beaten-path treasures unique to the area. It is a week that embraces Italian cooking, culinary and artistic tradition with some of the most wonderful locations in Tuscany. It is a week of discovery as you integrate into Italian village life, living among the villagers, and getting to know them. Most of all, it is a week of fun, family and laughter as we share what makes Italy so special in a very personal way.
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Explore more of the chianti wine region with me in Tuscany (Toscana) Italy. Learn about the making of chianti classico and catch a snippet of our vineyard and wine cellars tour at the Castello Vicchiomaggio. Then, enjoy a drive with us through the Tuscan countryside to check out the second largest town in Tuscany- Siena- and its breathtaking Duomo di Siena.
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If your looking for great Italian dining experience that goes beyond the food, Siena is one of my top recommendations. With authentic ingredients and an American meat and potatoes twist on some famous dishes, Siena Ristorante is anything but your typical red sauce Italian restaurant. With their exquisite decor and the fire burning in their open fireplace, it makes for a perfect romantic dining get away. The inside is so breathtaking, it makes you feel as though you are in a serene farmhouse in Italy. My two favorite pasta dishes on the menu hands down are the Pappardelle al Cinghiale, and the Taglierini al Funghi. The Pappardelle is fresh pasta with wild boar ragu and is out of this world. You can taste a hint of the Chianti wine that they infused during the cooking process which is absolutely delicious. This fantastic dish would blend well with one of their Chianti wines. If you're new to blending wines and dishes, ask your waiter for his or her recommendation. The Taglierini al Funghi is fresh pasta with cremini mushrooms, shallots, Grana Padano (Italian cheese) and black truffle butter. Wow, this dish is bursting with flavor. If you like mushrooms, you'll love this rich buttery flavor with just the right amount truffles and mushrooms. I crave this entrée! I also was very excited when I tried their 32oz Angus Porterhouse grilled with sea salt, black pepper and extra virgin olive oil, served with sautéed spinach and rosemary roasted potatoes. This beef was the most tender beef I've had in a long time and just melted in my mouth. This entrée is recommended for two because it's so big and definitely a must eat. If you love Italian food as much as I do, you'll have to put Siena Ristorante Toscano at the top of your list for your next night out. Known for exceptional ingredients, a fantastic wine cellar and a warm, inviting atmosphere, Siena is always an excellent choice for great, hearty, Tuscan Italian cuisine. They really bring Italy to Austin! See you there!
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Being for centuries at the center of Italian history explains why this beautiful region has so many Unesco world heritage sights and iron-strong traditions.
Rustic farms, manicured fields, cypress driveways and roman-medieval-renaissance citadels overlooking vast green landscapes from hill tops.
1)San Gimignano
San Gimignano is a small medieval hill town in the province of Siena. Famous for its medieval architecture, preserved tall tower houses and encircling walls located on the top of a hill. Also known for it's San Gimignano wine, Vernaccia.
2)Agriturismo dell'Arnano (Agriturismo is a luxurious farm stay away from the city)
We chose to book a Farm stay away from the city noise and stress.
15 km from Siena, in the town of Sovicille
This agriturismo cost us 324 euros for 3 guests for 7 nights for a total of 15.5 Euros pp per night. That's insane!
3)Siena and it's Palio horse race
Siena is a city in Tuscany, Italy.
The historic centre of Siena has been declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site.
It is one of the nation's most visited tourist attractions. Siena is famous for its cuisine, art, museums, medieval cityscape and the Palio Horse race.
According to local legend, Siena was founded by Senius and Aschius, two sons of Remus and thus nephews of Romulus, after whom Rome was named.
Supposedly after their father's assassination by Romulus, they fled Rome, taking the statue of the she-wolf suckling the infants (Capitoline Wolf), thus appropriating that symbol for the town.
The Palio di Siena is a horse race that is held twice each year, on 2 July and 16 August, in Siena, Italy. Ten horses and riders, bareback and dressed in the appropriate colours, represent ten of the seventeen contrade, or city wards.
4)Monteriggioni
Monteriggioni is a comune in the province of Siena in the Italian region Tuscany. The town hosts several piazzas and is referenced in Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy. Strategically positioned outpost later fortified to be the first line of defense against the enemy neighbor Florence.
5)La Speranza Restaurant
By far my favorite restaurant for its price and it's quality. Few tourists know about this place, mainly attended by local farmers, hunters, police officers, fire brigade, etc.
6)Castles around our farm stay ( Str. della Villa, 7, 53035 Monteriggioni Loc. La Villa SI, Italy)
If you go to Tuscany you'll find castles scattered all over the place just like these ones. This one is B&B “la torre della signoria”. Within walking distance is another castle called Castello della Chiocciola, named after it's spiral staircase.
7)Castellina in Chianti
Castellina in Chianti is a municipality of 2,800 inhabitants, located about 15 kilometres northwest of Siena. It is part of the Chianti Hills.
The first settlements date from the Etruscan age.
The city has roman and medieval details.
8)Cecchi Wine Tour
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-A wine tour of the vineyards and line of production executed by a professional master sommelier
-Wine tasting of 2 flagship wines and 3 premium signature wines
-Coupling of wine with food (aperitivo with locally cured meat and bruschetta)
-Olive oil tasting
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Small group best of Tuscany tour: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Chianti
A magnificent journey through the Middle Ages and Renaissance, exploring Siena and San Gimignano, gazing in awe at the world-renowned Pisa Leaning Tower, savouring a delicious Tuscan lunch with Chianti Wine tasting and discovering fascinating Lucca.
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→ Learn about Tuscan wine production during the tasting of some great Chianti wines
→ Savour a delicious typical Tuscan lunch at the ancient noble Wine Estate
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A comfortable minivan with A/C will be your vessel through gorgeous Tuscan landscapes throughout the day. Gentle Chianti hills framed by cypress trees, vineyards and olive groves, little hilltop ancient villages, wine estates, the fertile plain reaching Pisa, will all fill your eyes with beauty during the transfers.
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Hop into a 4x4 off-road vehicle and explore the Tuscan countryside stopping along the way to visit vineyards, villas, and taste the fires specialties before settling into a 3-course meal just outside of Florence, Italy.
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Siena is the embodiment of a medieval city. Its inhabitants pursued their rivalry with Florence right into the area of urban planning. Throughout the centuries, they preserved their city's Gothic appearance, acquired between the 12th and 15th centuries. During this period the work of Duccio, the Lorenzetti brothers and Simone Martini was to influence the course of Italian and, more broadly, European art. The whole city of Siena, built around the Piazza del Campo, was devised as a work of art that blends into the surrounding landscape.
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