Tuscany, Big Drive & Walk show. New – Leica M11 pictures inside! 4K/60fps.
Tuscany is a region in central Italy. Its capital, Florence, is home to some of the world’s most recognizable Renaissance art and architecture, including Michelangelo’s “David” statue, Botticelli’s works in the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo basilica. Its diverse natural landscape encompasses the rugged Apennine Mountains, the island of Elba’s beaches on the Tyrrhenian Sea and Chianti’s olive groves and vineyards. ― Google
00:00 Welcome Tuscany
02:07 The Magic road to Banfi Castle
06:47 Castello Banfi
11:28 Enoteca Banfi
15:30 La Taverna Banfi
17:14 On the way to Montepulciano
27:36 Orcia Valley
27:57 Magical time of poppy blossom in Orcia Valley
30:36 Trattoria del Barbarossa
39:38 Montepulciano
50:14 The way to Montalcino
53:52 Montalcino Castle
Banfi Castle
“We are waiting for you to discover our Tuscan landscape and our wine world heritage”
A hamlet perched on a hill south of Siena, Castello Banfi Wine Resort proudly reigns over its prestigious vineyards. Along the rolling landscape of the estate, discover a classic and romantic Tuscan kaleidoscope of grapevines, plum orchards and woodlands.As great vintages call for the finest in hospitality, the decor of the former farm buildings was entrusted to renowned interior designer Federico Forquet. He designed the suites, reading room and restaurants to all be warm and elegant spaces, conducive to the pleasures of tasting the exquisite wines produced by the Mariani family.
Val d’Orcia
UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Val d’Orcia or Valdorcia (Italian pronunciation: [ˌvalˈdortʃa]) is a region of Tuscany, central Italy, which extends from the hills south of Siena to Monte Amiata. Its gentle, cultivated hills are occasionally broken by gullies and by picturesque towns and villages such as Pienza (rebuilt as an “ideal town” in the 15th century under the patronage of Pope Pius II),[1] Radicofani (home to the notorious brigand-hero Ghino di Tacco) and Montalcino (the Brunello di Montalcino is counted among the most prestigious of Italian wines).[2] Its landscape has been depicted in works of art from Renaissance painting to modern photography.
Montalcino.
The hill upon which Montalcino sits has probably been settled since Etruscan times. Its first mention in historical documents in 814 AD suggests there was a church here in the 9th century, most likely built by monks associated with the nearby Abbey of Sant’Antimo. The population grew suddenly in the middle of the tenth century, when people fleeing the nearby town of Roselle took up residence in the town. The town takes its name from a variety of oak tree that once covered the terrain. The very high site of the town offers stunning views over the Asso, Ombrone and Arbia valleys of Tuscany, dotted with silvery olive orchards, vineyards, fields and villages. The lower slopes of the Montalcino hill itself are dominated by highly productive vines and olive orchards. Love to travel by car/walking – this show is for you! Frequent traveler with a camera. If you enjoy the videos, subscribe or leave a comment with your thoughts!
***Montepulciano
Montepulciano is a medieval hilltop town in Tuscany, Italy. Surrounded by vineyards, it’s known for its vino nobile red wine. The Torre di Pulcinella is a clock tower topped by a figure of the Pulcinella, a commedia dell’arte character. On the Piazza Grande is the 14th-century Palazzo Comunale, with a tower offering views of the surrounding countryside. Also here is the Duomo, with a huge triptych above its altar. ― Google
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