Archive for 'Wineries & Breweries'

Prosecco: it's affordable and tasty and something that is a part of many of our lives. Unlike other wines, however, it is often consumed a little less consciously. Yet, it is a celebrated and storied beverage that is worth much more consideration. Why not learn a little more about this famous wine? Then you can find a vacation rental in Friuli Venezia Giulia or a luxury villa in Veneto so you can enjoy it in situ, while armed with more knowledge about what you're actually tasting!

Prosecco is actually a 16th century recreation of a wine that dates back to antiquity and is named after the supposed place of production of that ancient drink. The wine has been made since then but production methods were refined and improved in the 1960s. This has greatly increased the quality of the wine and allowed it to become so popular and famous globally today.

Sitting back with a wine and taking in the distinctly Italian landscape is a must for any person of legal age that appreciates a drink and has found a vacation rental in Italy. Italy is, of course, famous for her cuisine and wine and visiting a winery to taste and learn about local wines is a wonderful way to spend a day. We have compiled a list of some of the country's best and most beloved wineries for you to peruse so all you need to do is get planning your next trip!

In the penultimate post in this series, we are looking at some more of the finest and most famous wineries in Italy. No trip to Italy would be complete without enjoying the local cuisine and wine that the country is so famous for and there are few activities that are more pleasant and relaxing on a holiday than visiting a winery. Tour the grounds, learn about Italian wine and, of course, sample some!

Food and wine, alongside culture and history, is one of the main things that attracts many tourists to Italy and for good reason: both Italian food and wine have excellent reputations. Now that you have found a vacation rental in Italy and are planning your trip, why not make time to stop by a winery? It is a great way to learn about wine and food culture in Italy, learn about the winemaking process and spend a pleasant day tasting wines and trying local delicacies. We have compiled a list of some of the country's best-loved and most famous wineries to help you find the right one to visit. Or you could just do a wine tour and visit them all!

If you have found a vacation rental in Italy and are planning your trip, you probably have certain images and ideas in mind. No doubt, you are most likely looking forward to a different pace of life, relaxing and taking it easy and the best thing for that? Italian wine, of course! Just imagine it, sitting out in one of our stunning rentals, a glass of wine in hand, a setting sun and a wonderful view to enjoy.

For those interested in learning more about Italian wine, tasting it and finding some of the best wine to bring home, just take a look at our list of some of the best wineries and vineyards in the country that are open for visits, tours and tastings!