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for the love of Tuscany
Tuscany from the Renaissance cities to small medieval villages, from mountains to the coast Tuscany has something for everyone, but be warned once Tuscany is in your heart you will have a thirst, an unquenchable desire to return time and again. When asked why did we choose Tuscany I often reply Tuscany chose us.
Toscanavibe's aim is to inspire people to visit this wonderful region. To enchant you with her beauty, friendly people, wine, cuisine, culture, art and history that Tuscany is blessed with.
The blogs are interesting and informative yet purposely short to stimulate the reader to explore and ask questions.
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Wine Tasting in Geneva - Italian Excellence
Exploring Family-Run Wineries and Outstanding Wines at the “Taste of Italy” Event. The recent “Taste of Italy” wine event hosted by the Italian Chamber of Commerce Geneva was a true celebration of Italy’s rich vinicultural heritage. The showcase brought together a remarkable selection of small, predominantly family-run wineries from across Italy, offering visitors the chance to discover both familiar favourites and hidden gems. What struck me most was the sheer dedication and
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2 days ago4 min read
Special Wine and Stemware
Some wines are more than a drink — they’re a moment, a memory, a quiet kind of magic. Such beauty deserves to be cradled in the most exquisite stemware, where every swirl becomes a little celebration. 🍷 Poldo crafted by Villa S. Anna Montepulciano https://www.villasantanna.it/en/tuscany-selected-wines/ Stemware Josephinenhütte Josephine N° 2 https://josephinen.com/products/josephine-2 Cheers…saluti
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Jan 161 min read
Wine mastery
Wine making isn’t just a craft it’s a symphony of nature and human devotion. It begins deep in the earth, where terroir whispers its secrets to the roots and the grape listens. Each vine draws character from the soil, sun and climate, shaping the soul of the wine long before it’s touched by human hands. But it’s the winemaker’s touch that transforms potential into poetry. With unwavering dedication, refined skill and boundless passion, they guide the grape through its metamor
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Oct 22, 20251 min read
Two of my favourite wines
Villa S. Anna is a fantastic winery operated by women in Montepulciano. Simona, along with her daughters, granddaughter, and team,...
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Feb 6, 20251 min read
October in Tuscany
Anticipation is building as we count down the days to our upcoming adventure. October holds a significant milestone for my brother, and...
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Sep 21, 20232 min read
Tuscan summer festivals
Easter has ended and now spring has sprung in Tuscany, a time to look forward to warmer days and the impending summer season. Summer is...
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Apr 13, 20233 min read
Wow
Borgodivino in Montepulciano stock an amazing selection of premium Tuscan wines. Your eyes flash everywhere at the sight of such...
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Jan 20, 20231 min read
Chianti Classico
We had a wonderful afternoon at Poggio Amorelli in Castellina in Chianti Wines are sublime paired with “light lunch” which is a 4 course...
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Jan 20, 20231 min read
Ebike tours
Had a wonderful trip with Ebike Montieri very professional, enthusiastic, their local knowledge was first class. From Gerfalco through...
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Jan 20, 20231 min read
Marvelous Maremma with Simone
Simone was born and raised in Montieri. His passion is to share the history, nature, fauna and flora of wonderful Maremma with tourists...
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Sep 13, 20221 min read
Italian Duty free shopping
While many countries have stopped the tax refund for tourists, Italy have an efficient system to refund tourists for their purchases....
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Aug 3, 20221 min read
Wine windows of Florence
The Buchette del vino are small doors in the walls of some of the grandest houses in Florence. During medieval times when wealthy...
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Aug 3, 20221 min read
Wines of Toscana
Every wine seeking traveller inevitably finds themselves in Tuscany, the hilly land of winding roads lined with sculpted cypress trees...
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Jul 8, 20224 min read
Tuscan zafferano
Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of the saffron crocus (Crocus sativus) - a genus in the family Iridaceae - whose...
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Jun 24, 20223 min read
Andre Bocelli - Teatro del Silenzio
At the end of July every year Andre Bocelli entertains in the most wonderful of settings. Near his home town set amongst the rolling...
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Jun 7, 20222 min read
Panettone Panettone Panettone
One of the most delightful Christmas, (or any time of the year) delights is opening a fresh Panettone. These are available in stores...
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Jun 6, 20221 min read
Toscano Cigars.
Yes this was somewhat of a surprise. Being a non smoker and unsure as to the qualities of cigars, with the advice of the shop assistant I...
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Jun 6, 20224 min read
Art, biology, passion, frustration, genius, arrogance & the edge of madness Michelangelo Buonarroti
”The best artist has that thought alone which is contained within the marble shell; The sculptor's hand can only break the spell To free...
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May 13, 20222 min read
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May 11, 20220 min read
"I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free". Michelangelo Buonarroti
The Romans built the Pantheon with it, Michelangelo used the elegant white stone for his statue of David. Carrara marble has been...
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May 11, 20222 min read
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