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Wheels, Wine and Vittles
Tuscany, Italy
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Tour
Description |
 About
the location: Prepare yourself to be swept away by the
magnificent beauty of this property, really a small “borgo” or
village in the heart of the Chianti countryside, close to Arezzo
and Siena. This is the Pellegrino family’s incredible estate,
comprised of the main building, the clusters of apartments, and
a veritable castle, in which the family resides. The village
lies within 750 acres of vineyards and centuries-old olive
trees. This is an area, which has remained miraculously intact
and unspoiled, offering an oasis of peace and serenity. The
rooms and apartments have been lovingly and carefully restored
with elegance and taste and are filled with beautiful antiques
and all modern amenities, including air conditioning, satellite
TV and internet access. The landscaping throughout is
spectacular, with the alluring pool providing a vista of the
area.
About the cooking lessons: We won’t let you laze forever. The
cooking lessons will take place on the estate, either in the
kitchen of the castle for small groups or in the restaurant
kitchen for larger groups. Your lessons are with a wonderful
local “nonna,” with over 20 years of teaching experience and
known for her wonderful Tuscan recipes. During the week you will
go through the preparation of all the courses of a meal.
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Included
in the Program: |
- Three nights accommodation
in a standard double room
- Daily breakfast
- One full day mountain bike
rental (bike due back by 7:00 pm)
- Maps of the area
- One visit and wine tasting
at Castello di Volpaia.
- One visit and wine tasting
at Castello di Fonterutoli in Radda in Chianti
- One dinner at Restaurant
La Torre (or similar) in Castellina in Chianti, local wine
included
- One cooking class at
Querceto Winery in Chianti followed by dinner, beverage
included
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Tour
Itinerary |
Day One
Afternoon arrival on your own to the charming town of
Castellina in Chianti, a small village not far from Siena. Check
into the Hotel Palazzo Squarcialupi, a three star hotel located
in the center of the village. Today dinner on your own; the
hotel will be happy to make some recommendations for a trattoria
or restaurant in town. Overnight.
Day Two
Full American breakfast in the morning, followed by a meeting
with your local contact and delivery of the bikes, along with
maps of the area. Enjoy a full day, self-guided biking tour
among the beautiful Chianti hills and discover this amazing
countryside. Stop at your leisure for lunch on your own. Back to
Castellina and return your bikes to the local Tourist Office
located close to the hotel. Dinner tonight at a characteristic
restaurant located in the center of Castellina
Return to the hotel and overnight.
Day Three
Following breakfast, depart for Radda in Chianti to Castello di
Volpaia for your first wine tasting with degustation. Lunch on
your own. In the afternoon, visit the cellar and olive press of
Castello di Fonterutoli, followed by a tasting of three wines
along with a light degustation. At 4:30 PM meet in Querceto for
your cooking class. Laura, a local well-known cook, will lead
you through the preparation of four courses of typical Tuscan
cooking. Dinner to follow based on your efforts! Return to the
hotel and overnight.
Day Four
Buffet breakfast followed by departure.
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Dates and Rates |
2008 Price Per Person
US$950 based on double occupancy
Single supplement available upon request
2008 Tour Dates
Available year-round on request for a minimum of 2.
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