Join us in Sinalunga for classic Cooking Chianti-classic Tuscan cooking classes using the regional Chianti wines.  The classes, which incorporate a variety of ways to use wine in your foods preparation, are taught by Chef Annunziata. Chef Annuziata will lead you through colorful recipes of Tuscan classics that use the region’s award-winning wines in the recipes and the fresh produce from the Villa’s organic garden.

Chianti The Chianti region is nestled between the towns of Siena and Florence. Chianti is a major Italian wine-growing region and is rich in culture, scenery and attractions. It is also known throughout the world for exceptional food. Chianti is a must for people seeking a vacation in Italy set in the beautiful Tuscan hillside.

Chianti wine is made from the Sangiovese grape, with small amounts of other grapes, including Cabernet Sauvignon. The best wines are from the Chianti Classico sub-region, but there are also other great finds like Chianti Rufina.

The Villa
The villa is located high on the top of a lush green hillside with a panoramic view of the Tuscan vineyards, cypress trees and sunflowers. The villa is a quiet, restful resort in the heart of the rolling green countryside. In the surrounding areas there are many small villages and farms to visit on foot, bike or horseback. The villa's location makes it easy for you to swim in the Trasimeno Lake, cool down on the top of the Amiata Mountain, or admire the view of the Sienese clay hills.

From Sinalunga, the nearest town, you can easily drive or take the train to Central Italy and visit places such as Florence, Siena, Arezzo, Perugia, Pienza, Montepulciano or Montalcino. Visit Sinalunga, a charming city in the heart of Tuscany, and dine at one of its many enchanting little restaurants, which serve Tuscan dishes such as Ribollita. The local wine of Chianti, which the region is famous for, is always served at lunch and dinner.

The accommodations include independent apartments (45 sq. meters) with one bedrooms, a double bed, a living room, a private bathroom and shower, and kitchen. Satellite TV and self-governing heating are also available in each apartment. The swimming pool (7 x 14 meters) is open from June 15 until September 30.

Itinerary:

Day One

• Arrive at the Villa.
• Settle into your room after meeting your hosts.
• Aperitivo and presentation of the program.
• Welcome dinner.

Day Two

• Breakfast is served.
• Excursion to Chianti with a visit to a wine cellar.
• Lunch at the Villa.
• Culinary lesson with Chef Annunziata featuring Tuscan recipes using wine. This lesson consists of learning first courses, meats and cakes.
• Dinner with the menu prepared in class. Wine, café and dessert included.

Day Three

• Breakfast is served.
• Culinary lesson with Chef Annunziata featuring antipasti and risotto.
• Lunch with the menu prepared in class.
• In the afternoon there is an excursion to Pienza and Montepulciano, with a visit to a winery and dinner at a typical restaurant.

Day Four

• Breakfast and departure.