Views from Bohem, a stylish bistro that was once an old train station. The eatery is also a floral shop, cafe, candy store, and perfume boutique.
A much needed Americano at Bohem.
Beautiful candy display of treats and goodies at Bohem.
More sweet treats from Bohem.
A delicious dinner at Hostaria Uva Rara, a farmhouse-turned-restaurant Fresh burrata was enjoyed and shared with the group.
The most delicious ravioli from Hostaria Uva Rara.
Franciacorta wine was served at dinner.
Learning about the Franciacorta fermentation method at the Lo Spaviere winery, which in some instances takes three years to process.
The stunning views at the Lo Spaviere winery.
Tasting of the Lo Spaviere Extra Brut wine. Made of 100% chardonnay, the wine takes 36 months to process.
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.
Ingredients for fresh pasta.
The simplicity (and beauty) of making fresh pasta and ravioli at Trattoria del Gallo.
Fresh pasta on display at Trattoria del Gallo.
Delicious ravioli from Trattoria del Gallo with fresh spinach and ricotta.
A visit to the Ferghettina winery, currently run by Laura Gatti.
The winery, like many wineries in Franciacorta, adheres to organic practices.
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.
A trio of Franciacorta wines from Fergettina.
Soaking in the views of Franciacorta via a yacht tour.
Castle and srchitectural wonders, as seen on the yacht tour.
The famous Riva dock in Franciacorta.
Yoga at the stunning Villa Crespia winery. Many wineries in Franciacorta offer ways in which guests can enjoy its beautiful and natural landscape.
Post yoga tour of Villa Crespia, a vineyard owned by the Muratori family.
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.
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.
Enjoying a sampling of the Guido Berlucchi wines.
A glass of the Guido Berlucchi rose.
Gelato is a must in Franciacorta.
Cheese is a staple of many tastings at the winers in Franciacorta.
This article appears in the October 2019 issue of Over the Wire.