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    Explore " chianti classico" with insightful episodes like "Tenuta di Arceno with Pepe Schib, Winery Ambassador", "Casalvento: House of the Wind with Author and Winemaker Gudrun Cuillo", "Discovering the Wines of Chianti: From Classic Reds to Super Tuscans | Ep 85", "9. Memories Of Good Times….and Some Things To Know About Chianti!" and "Passion for Italy Podcast Episode 15: Meet the Winemaker - A Super Tuscan Experience !" from podcasts like ""Bud Break", "A Writer In Italy - travel, books, art and life", "The Wine Shop Talk", "The Wineitupanotch Podcast" and "Passion For Italy Travel Podcast"" and more!

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    Casalvento: House of the Wind with Author and Winemaker Gudrun Cuillo

    Casalvento: House of the Wind with Author and Winemaker Gudrun Cuillo

    "I thought I had the perfect life in New York, but fate had something different in mind for me.  I've fallen in love with this place and what it has to offer"  -   Casalvento: House of the Wind by Gudrun Cuillo

    Welcome to Episode #79:

    About twenty five years ago, Bob and Gudrun Cuillo were looking for a place to buy in Capri Italy, not far from Benevento, near Naples where Bob had family ties to the region.   The Capri property fell through and next they found themselves in Tuscany talking to friends when they were introduced to an ancient Borgo in Radda, Chianti that might be up for sale.  A week later they were the owners of medieval Casalvento, a hamlet of land and historic buildings.  Bob And Gudrun didn’t even realise there was a vineyard, and on the ground were vines of Chianti Classico.   Bob and Gudrun’s fate was sealed and the next twenty years or so were spent restoring the vineyard, the olives and the Borgo, amongst other projects in their busy and creative lives. Later they purchased more land close by, a medieval hamlet called Livernano and onwards they went.  

    Today I introduce to Gudrun Cuillo and her book of fiction Casalvento - House of the Wind.  If you love a book set in Italy, and heart thudding, more palpitations set in the beautiful hills of Tuscany, but not just Tuscany that Italian Ideal, the Italian beauty Chianti, one of the oldest settlements ancient Radda, and if you love a little romance and travel, and Italian history and a story that makes you want to jump on a plane, well as soon as possible,  well then Casalvento: House of the Wind is a book to escape with, wherever you are in the world.

    Gudrun’s estate these days makes award winning wines, Chianti Classico, Chianti Riserva, those gorgeous Super Tuscans and much more.  You can also stay and sip at your own leisure, do cooking classes, and wine tours, but mostly if you are intrigued you can visit her website Livernano Winery and Resort and follow Gudrun on Instagram at livernano_casalvento_ ….

    Or just listen along and enjoy Gudrun’s story about the vines, the wine making and the writing journey.  And the surprising and wonderful process of becoming a fiction author, something she turned to at a time of grief and loss.  You can find her book Casalvento:  House of the Wind at all the usual places. 

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    Discovering the Wines of Chianti: From Classic Reds to Super Tuscans | Ep 85

    Discovering the Wines of Chianti: From Classic Reds to Super Tuscans | Ep 85

    In this episode, sommelier Erin takes a deep dive into the wines of Chianti, exploring the region's rich history, unique terroir, and diverse range of wine styles.

    Join her as she breaks down the seven subregions of Chianti and what sets each one apart. She also breakdown the three levels of wine label classifications so you’ll be able to shop with ease the next time you’re in the wine shop and shares the history of the iconic and collectible Super Tuscan wines.

    Erin also provides expert tips on food pairings for Chianti wines. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or a curious beginner, you'll come away from this episode with a newfound appreciation for the wines of Chianti.


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    9. Memories Of Good Times….and Some Things To Know About Chianti!

    9. Memories Of Good Times….and Some Things To Know About Chianti!

    I’m reminiscing in this episode….a past trip to Tuscany has got me daydreaming!  It’s a wonderful place for a family trip and I’ll tell you why I think so.  I’ll also tell you about one of Tuscany’s most famous wine regions….none other than the famous Chianti!

    Chianti is a really large place that produces some of the world’s best known wines!  Listen to this episode to learn a little bit more about this wonderful part of the wine world.

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    Let’s stay in touch - we always love to hear from you! Follow the wine related antics and fun on the following social channels:

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    Passion for Italy Podcast Episode 15: Meet the Winemaker - A Super Tuscan Experience !

    Passion for Italy Podcast Episode 15: Meet the Winemaker - A Super Tuscan Experience !
    Hi and welcome to the Passion for Italy Travel Podcast. This is Lindsay, from the Tampa, Florida office. Have you ever noticed the power of flavor and aroma to transport you to places far from home, but close to your heart? One night this week it was storming in Tampa. Our usual evening walk was not possible. So, instead, my husband reached for one of our special bottles of wine and we went out on the porch to listen to the rain and dream of Tuscany. Today, we will share with you the winery that has brought us and all of our clients who have visited such joy through the years. We will hear from the wine maker himself as he shares a special message with our Passion for Italy Travel clients and followers, and some stories about the family; their recipes, their wines, and their passion.

    Best Wine of December 2015: Palafreno 2012, Querciabella

    Best Wine of December 2015: Palafreno 2012, Querciabella
    Quereciabella, one of the most prestigious and interesting wineries of Tuscany and Italy, conquers, with its extraordinary Palafreno 2012, the title of the best wine for December 2015. A Merlot of absolute wine making magnificence, of rare quality and class, Palafreno 2012 is certainly a wine reaching the top of worldwide enology, five DiWineTaste diamonds of excellence.

    Il Migliore Vino di Dicembre 2015: Palafreno 2012, Querciabella

    Il Migliore Vino di Dicembre 2015: Palafreno 2012, Querciabella
    Quereciabella, una delle più prestigiose e interessanti realtà viticolturali della Toscana e d'Italia, conquista con il suo straordinario Palafreno 2012 il titolo di migliore vini di Dicembre 2015. Un Merlot di assoluta grandezza enologica, di rara pulizia e classe, Palafreno 2012 è certamente un vino che si colloca ai vertici dell'enologia mondiale, cinque diamanti DiWineTaste di eccellenza.