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Castel Monastero, tuscan retreat & SPA in the heart of Chianti in Tuscany (Italy)
November 29th, 2012 | admin
Nestled within one of Italy’s most beautiful stretches of countryside, the Castel Monastero infuses a sense of noble grace upon the gorgeous Ombrone Valley, a unique corner of the world filled with Chianti vines, corn fields, chestnut forests and long rows of cypress trees. Set within thousand-ye…
Dave & Julie at the Badia di Passignano in Chianti Tuscany Italy
November 29th, 2012 | admin
Road trip to the Chianti Hills in Tuscany Italy. Enjoying the view of the hills and valleys coltivated by grapevine and olives. Meeting Davide C. a friend of mine that works in a famous restaurant in this place. Rhey came with us. My sis doesn’t like to go home anymore! Pablo Bisquera. www.yoputube.com
[E] Fattoria Poggerino (#2) in Chianti, biodynamism by Piero Lanza
November 29th, 2012 | admin
www.bkwine.com — Part 2 of the interview with Piero Lanza, co-owner (together with his sister) and winemaker at Fattoria Poggerino, Radda in Chianti. In part 2 Piero explains what it means to be a biodynamic winery. Piero explains how he farms his vineyard with biodynamic principles, how he works with preparations and how he started with organic viticulture and then moved further to biodynamism. Biodynamic farming is focused on the ground, the soil. They use for example the 500 treatment, which is based on cow manure prepared and matured under ground in cow horns. It is used to prepare treatments to spray on the vineyards. Before spraying the preparations have to be ‚dynamised‘ in a ‚dynamiser‘. The biodynamic treatments increase the energy and the humus in the ground. It helps the vineyard to survive in extreme climate and weather conditions. They also use 501 which is based on quartz powder which helps the plants, the leaves, to capture the sunshine. It can also help close to harvest time if there are poor and wet conditions. During the growing season they also use herb preparations to help the vines grow. They use a well known biodynamic consultant from Burgundy called Pierre Masson. Do not miss part 1 where Piero Lanza talks about his wines and vineyards. www.poggerino.com Music: George Wood, One more for the road, www.podsafeaudio.com By BKWine, http See all our wine videos on our BKWine TV channel: www.youtube.com
Chianti – holidays and wines
November 29th, 2012 | admin
Winery of the year and best agriturismo in chianti Volpaia is a wonderful medioeval village. Villas and apartments for rent, cookery classes, wine tastings, guided tours of the cellars are just one of the experiences offered by the Volpaia. Visti also www.volpaia.com
Gaiole in Chianti Tuscany Italy
November 29th, 2012 | admin
Gaiole is an old little town in Chianti at the province of Siena Italy. As we see it has no walls for protection during the medieval times because it has been a place for market. Pablo Bisquera. www.youtube.com
Blind Tasting Chianti — Episode #979
November 29th, 2012 | admin
Gary Vaynerchuk blind tastes 3 different Chiantis with some interesting results.
Chianti Lessons
November 29th, 2012 | admin
Sorry for the bad audio. It was an impromptu filming session. I’ll do a proper one someday.
Hannibal Lecter, Fava Beans and Chianti
November 29th, 2012 | admin
Hannibal Lecter, Fava Beans and Chianti
Cycling In Chianti Tuscany Bike Tours
November 29th, 2012 | admin
The second part of the day out with Tuscany Bike Tours is cycling! After the tour of the castle, you are fitted for a bicycle and helmet. There’s a short safety briefing and an explanation of the gears and then it’s off. Starting along the tree-lined avenue, there are breaks along the way for photos including some spectacular views and before you know it, it’s time for lunch. After salad, pasta, ice cream (or fruit!) and coffee and a chat, it’s time to get going again. The route is along the valley floor, with vines on the left and woods and open farmland on the right. When you’ve had your fill of scenery there is the optional hill climb. It’s a tough one, even for seasoned cyclists but you can always go up the the van with the bike on a trailer! Finally, after a pause at the cafe at the top of the hill, it’s a 20 minute gentle ride back to the castle. Phew!
Chianti Mrazik v. Kayleigh Longley, Noble – Exhibition
November 29th, 2012 | admin