undiscovered umbria and tuscany_wine experience
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A connoisseur's itinerary among prestigious cellars and fine local food, pampered in country estates and spa, and visiting amazing Italian landscapes
UNDISCOVERED UMBRIA With a Tuscany twist
UMBRIA connects history, people, nature, civilizations and traditions remaining deeply rooted in ancient farming cultures. It is a land known for its heady fragrances, the simplicity of its cuisine and its deeply genuine flavors. Umbria is the land of olive oil and great wineries, featuring 22 cities recognized as Italian most beautiful villages
Wine is the main focus of this experience. Private and long established cellars, architectural marvels, award-winning vintages. A local Sommelier will travel with you for the whole itinerary
TOPICS
WINE
Everybody knows Tuscany, but Umbria hide amazing villages and art, settled in inspiring landscapes
LANDSCAPES & CULTURE
We selected private estates, able to offer the comfort of beautiful nature, Spa services, and local food
Lodging & SPA
BORGO DEI CONTI_4*
DAY ONE
VILLA DI MONTE SOLARE_SLH
HOTEL OPTIONS (4 Nights)
The complex is surrounded not only by the garden, but also by a beautiful imposing park installed at the same time as the restoration during the second half of the 19th century. With an "English-style" landscaping, the park crossed by long paths, each of which marked by various types of essences - covers the whole hill up to the valley entrance where the characteristic Monumental Tower stands. Within, we find various types of century-old trees and distinctive elements like the pools and small like where a single "imbarcadero" originally flowed, starting from the courtyard in front of the villa.
The Villa has been a noble residence and the centre of the important agricultural work of the farm. Its architecture dates back to 1780 and it retains unaltered its original characteristics: large fireplaces, murals, ancient cotto floors and period furniture. The 80 hectares of olives trees offers a lot of possibilities for our guests. The "Mongiovino" outdoor swimming pool, 12 x 6 metres, is situated about 100 metres away from the Villa and from the Limonaia and offers a wonderful panoramic view of the hills of Mongiovino. The "Muserale" outdoor swimming pool, 12 x 6 metres, is located close to Casa dei Gelsi and near Olivaia and the view sweeps over the Muserale Valley.
Leaving Rome toward north, we head toward the Calanchi Valley, a peculiar an scenographic area, where the astounding city of Civita di Bagnoregio is towering high. After visit the Cantina d’Amico (Vinitaly winner in 2012), you will have the chance to savour a fine cuisine by Mr. Vissani, in his eclectic restaurant. Orvieto, the ancient city that boast a very interesting Duomo will offer the opportunity to savour some grapes in his enoteca. After visiting the city last option would be to visit the Decugnano dei Barbi (winner of 3 Glass Gambero Rosso) on the hill overlooking the city Then you will head to the hotel for rest, and for dinner.
Day One
Visit of the town of Perugia – hosting the famous jazz festival. Heading to the countryside you may have a peculiar wine tour – having the opportunity to inspect the vineyards on board of a cart-golf, in the Montevibiano estate. (2013 winner for “3 Glass” by Gambero Rosso) Close by you will visit the smallest Theatre in the World, still in use. Todi city will close the sightseeing of the day.
Back to the hotel a fine selection of wine is awaiting you matching your dinner. An expert sommelier will give details during the dinner.
DAY TWO
Day Two
Today the highlights will be the visits of two beatiful villages:Montefalco & Bevagna, where a suggestive apertive will take place. You will visit the Caprai Cellar – Best European Cellar in 2013. After lunch – hosted in the very property – you will visit the astonishing Castelbuono cellar, design by the famous artist Pomodoro. Back to the hotel
Dinner will be served in Spello – the very medieval jewel of the whole region. We reserved a table at the Spello Cellar – intriguing and first-class gourmet.
DAY TWO
Day Three
You will start the morning with Assisi visit – World Heritage. Lunch at the refined Brilli Bistrot, and a tasting at Lungarotti Cellar. On the way back you will visit one of the most important ceramic laboratories in Italy: Deruta.
Back to the hotel – for dinner we prepared a selection of Italian wines. The unique vendor in the region will explain details.
DAY TWO
Day Four
Today you will enter Tuscany, and specifically the beautiful Val d’Orcia.We will allow you to visit some of the “Medieval Jewels”, suc as for example the “Perfect City” realized by the Pope Pio II in 1459. You will visit one of the seven historical cellar, built in 1300. Lunch will be hosted in Avignonesi, famous for its Nobile di Montepulciano, and the “round vineyard”. Back to the hotel. * Tonight lodging will be provided by a different property
Day Five
CASTELLO DI RESCHIO
PALAZZO TERRANOVA
HOTEL OPTIONS (2 Nights)
Hidden amongst the hills and valleys of Reschio are eight houses available to let, from small cottages to substantial palazzos, forming part of the over two dozen properties completed to date. Restored by the Bolza family from ancient farmsteads into breath-taking, light-filled modern houses, each is hidden at the end of miles of winding, private bridleways and set within its own landscaped Mediterranean gardens. Amongst the most well-appointed properties in Italy, the Reschio houses are country havens where privacy, seclusion and proximity to nature have not come at the expense of comfort, technology and service.
Palazzo Terranova is an exclusive and luxurious villa nestling in the hills of Umbria. This idyllic, rustic scene has changed little since the late 17th century when the palazzo’s original owners gazed from the romantic Romeo and Juliet balconies. High in the tranquil hills of Umbria, among the most poetic of Italian landscapes, the good life -La Dolce Vita - still reigns. The villa is also a temple to luxury and comfort, offering the choice of swimming in the sublime pool, enjoying aromatic, spoiling treatments, or relaxing in soft towelling robes in spacious suites. Guests can dine on delicious local food and wine at the hotel’s private and romantic restaurant, and sleep deeply in over-sized beds among the finest soft cottons. If the Italians had one word for ‘cleansing the soul’ it would be Terranova.
The Tuscany’s jewel visits proceeds with Montalcino, Sant’Antimo Abbey (the monks still perfom the rite singing in latin – creating a unique suggestion) and S.Galgano Abbey, where the Sword still how itself in the rock. Lunch will be in Banfi Castle – wine producer.
Back to the hotel.
Day Six
BORGO SAN FELICE – 5*
HOTEL OPTION (2 Nights)
Today this former Chianti village is a fabulous Relais & Chateaux where guests can expect the warmest of welcomes and the highest levels of service. We are pleased to announce that Chef Francesco Bracali, 2 Michelin stars, Tuscan born, will supervise the hotel gastronomy with the objective of offering to our guests emotions rooted in the authentic Chianti region produce. Moreover, as well as beauty treatments and massages we offer the winetherapy experience: a bath in essences of must products which are rich in polyphenols that help regenerate the skin. The treatment ends with a massage with oils.
DAY TWO
Today will be an amazing opportunity to visit one of the best world cellar: Antinori’s last achievement in Bargino. You then will have lunch in Borgo San felice (Relais Chateaux property), and then a tasting in the very property. Later, you will reach a “diffuse’ cellar concept, at the Volpaia Castle.
Overnight in the very Borgo San Felice.
Day Seven
DAY TWO
Today we move toward the coast. Theme will be architecture matched with wine excellency: First you will have Petra Cellar, from the Architect botta – very similar to the Millenium Monument in Beijing.
Then a beautiful lunch on the beach – fish of course will be served – by one of the best 10 restaurant in Italy – according to the Conde Nast Traveller. To close, a visit to Renzo Piano’s cellar : Rocca di Fassinello.
Day Eight
Heading back to Rome according to your flight schedule. In case of request, a Roman extension may be added, according to each client’s need.
Day Nine
What will be included in the price: all services as per proposal description, VAT included. What is NOT included: International Flights, VISA arrangements and expenses, insurance
BASED ON THE TIME OF BOOKING AND AVAILABILITY, MINOR CHANGES MAY OCCOUR
During all stay guiding service and private cars (Mercedes Minivan for
groups) will be provided.
A professional Sommelier will accompany the group for the whole
itinerary
Tailor made options are available.
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rooms categories.
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Ca’ Marcello Levada di Piombino Dese ITALIA [email protected]
Ca’ Marcello Levada di Piombino Dese ITALIA [email protected]
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