Why the Elaborate Franciacorta Wine Region Needs to be on Your Radar
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2/32A much needed Americano at Bohem.
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3/32Beautiful candy display of treats and goodies at Bohem.
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4/32More sweet treats from Bohem.
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5/32A delicious dinner at Hostaria Uva Rara, a farmhouse-turned-restaurant Fresh burrata was enjoyed and shared with the group.A delicious dinner at Hostaria Uva Rara, a farmhouse-turned-restaurant Fresh burrata was enjoyed and shared with the group.
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6/32The most delicious ravioli from Hostaria Uva Rara.
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7/32Franciacorta wine was served at dinner.
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8/32Tour of the Lo Spaviere winery in the rural area of Monticelli Brusati.
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9/32Learning about the Franciacorta fermentation method at the Lo Spaviere winery, which in some instances takes three years to process.Learning about the Franciacorta fermentation method at the Lo Spaviere winery, which in some instances takes three years to process.
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10/32The stunning views at the Lo Spaviere winery.
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11/32Tasting of the Lo Spaviere Extra Brut wine. Made of 100% chardonnay, the wine takes 36 months to process.Tasting of the Lo Spaviere Extra Brut wine. Made of 100% chardonnay, the wine takes 36 months to process.
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12/32Adventures in Italian cooking at Trattoria del Gallo. This quaint eatery is located in the foot of Monte Orfano and is known for serving local Brescia cuisine.Adventures in Italian cooking at Trattoria del Gallo. This quaint eatery is located in the foot of Monte Orfano and is known for serving local Brescia cuisine.
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13/32Ingredients for fresh pasta.
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14/32The simplicity (and beauty) of making fresh pasta and ravioli at Trattoria del Gallo.
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15/32Fresh pasta on display at Trattoria del Gallo.
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16/32Delicious ravioli from Trattoria del Gallo with fresh spinach and ricotta.
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17/32A visit to the Ferghettina winery, currently run by Laura Gatti.
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18/32The winery, like many wineries in Franciacorta, adheres to organic practices.
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19/32Tasting of the Franciacorta Rose Brut Cocg. Currently available in the U.S., the wine is made with 100% pinot grapes that is processed for 36 months.Tasting of the Franciacorta Rose Brut Cocg. Currently available in the U.S., the wine is made with 100% pinot grapes that is processed for 36 months.
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20/32A trio of Franciacorta wines from Fergettina.
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21/32Soaking in the views of Franciacorta via a yacht tour.
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22/32Castle and srchitectural wonders, as seen on the yacht tour.
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23/32The famous Riva dock in Franciacorta.
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24/32Yoga at the stunning Villa Crespia winery. Many wineries in Franciacorta offer ways in which guests can enjoy its beautiful and natural landscape.Yoga at the stunning Villa Crespia winery. Many wineries in Franciacorta offer ways in which guests can enjoy its beautiful and natural landscape.
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25/32Post yoga tour of Villa Crespia, a vineyard owned by the Muratori family.
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26/32Enjoying a glass of Franciacorta Brut at the Villa Crespia winery. Made of 100% Chardonnay, the wine is kept in stainless steel tanks on yeast for five months and bottled for at least 24 months.Enjoying a glass of Franciacorta Brut at the Villa Crespia winery. Made of 100% Chardonnay, the wine is kept in stainless steel tanks on yeast for five months and bottled for at least 24 months.
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27/32A visit to the Guido Berlucchi winery. They were one of the first producers of Franciacorta back in 1961 and offer numerous tours and opportunities for guests to see their historic cellar.A visit to the Guido Berlucchi winery. They were one of the first producers of Franciacorta back in 1961 and offer numerous tours and opportunities for guests to see their historic cellar.
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28/32Enjoying a sampling of the Guido Berlucchi wines.
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29/32A glass of the Guido Berlucchi rose.
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30/32Gelato is a must in Franciacorta.
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31/32The final dinner included delicious treats from Al Maló Cucina e Miscelazione.
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32/32Cheese is a staple of many tastings at the winers in Franciacorta.
