The cool new but also ancient trend in Italian Wine you haven’t heard about
#lavitasieme Cassandra Kane #lavitasieme Cassandra Kane

The cool new but also ancient trend in Italian Wine you haven’t heard about

When you finally take that tour of your chosen Tuscan Winery, you may be surprised to find giant terracotta pots filled with wine nestled in between the typical steel and oak barrels. These giant pots are called Amphora in Italy and they are actually an extremely old method of winemaking that is quickly making a huge comeback! Because they are a natural material, and very porous, these Amphora allow a lot of oxygen to age the wine, however they do not add ANY additional flavoring. The end result is a beautifully aged wine that is extremely pure and fruit forward, a true wine love’s dream!

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#lavitasieme - A DAY IN MONTEPULCIANO
#lavitasieme, Life in Tuscany Cassandra Kane #lavitasieme, Life in Tuscany Cassandra Kane

#lavitasieme - A DAY IN MONTEPULCIANO

One of our absolute favorite towns in Tuscany, Montepulciano is nestled into the southern Val D’Orcia region, the area famously highlighted in movies spanning from Under the Tuscan Sun to Gladiator! For this series of La Vita Sieme, we take you on a whirlwind day trip through this medieval town believed to date back to the 6th century A.D.! From delicious wine, to handmade pici pasta, gorgeous sunset views and picturesque piazzas, you won’t want to miss our virtual trip or the perfect itinerary we’ve crafted to add to your “visit Tuscany” bucket list!

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