After a brief and un-photographed stop in rainy Florence, we travelled to our favorite destination of our trip, Tuscany.
Our rental car gave us reign to explore the hills, small towns and valleys of this beautiful countryside. Jesse and I prefer the quite, private, relaxed feel of the country over city destinations. Not to mention, wine tasting in one of the world's richest wine regions.
We found this perfect combination in Follonico, a new Bed and Breakfast that has been immaculately designed to reflect the classic Tuscan farm house.
Our room gave us three panoramic views of the vineyards and the nearby medieval city of Montepulciano.
Our gracious hosts, Fabio and Suzanne, exceeded the bounds of hospitality by providing us with vintage salami, toasted crostini, and sweet cake for Jesse's birthday.
This was Rose's favorite home away from home.
Jesse and I toured the local wineries, sampling and learning about the history of wine in Montepulciano. The Icario winery was Jesse's favorite.
Jesse holding an Italian salami.
Hi Rose!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy looking at all your pictures!I'm so glad you guys are taking advantage of your stay in Europe and visiting lots of places.
Love,
Caro
But did you see the "David" in Florence??? Aughhhh!
ReplyDeleteTuscanny looks idyllic - and very apt comment re: Rose's second home. She looks so natural as to be her first home.
And you two are amazing at resourcing the internet - from Jesse's pizza find in Venice to Rose's B&B in Tuscanny. Remind me to travel with you again - but not in the winter in Eastern Europe!
Steve
My favorite pic (and I want a copy) - Rose with the picnic lunch in front of her and the Tuscanny countryside behindher.
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