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  Italian and wine harvesting

Idea

At the time of the wine-harvest, Tuscany is at its most picturesque, with people working among the vines, colours turning towards autumn and the scent of fermenting grapes. A wonderful moment for a farm-stay in the hills of the Chianti, with the aim of learning Italian. Terre di Baccio is a farm, but also a place dedicated to making its guests feel truly welcome. Beautiful original furniture, carefully chosen ingredients and skilful preparation of breakfast and meals, which are accompanied by a selection of quality wines and olive oil.

Duration 1 week

Programme         

  • Sunday Arrive late afternoon and settle into the Fattoria Terre di Baccio , meet your teacher and dine at the farm. (Transfer from Florence’s airport or train station by request )
  • from Monday to Friday
    • mornings 9.30 - 12.30  three-hour Italian lesson and light lunch
    • afternoons 3.30  - 5.30 pm grape-harvesting with a wine-expert who will provide information on viticulture, wine-production and the properties of Tuscan wines. The grape-harvest takes place in the vineyards of the Fattoria Terre di Baccio or on another nearby property.
    • evenings dinner with guided wine-tasting and a different menu every evening. An expert will introduce the main characteristics of Tuscan cuisine and explain the properties of the wines.
  • Saturday Departure from Terre di Baccio (transfer to Florence airport or station on request)

Group minimum 3 maximum 19 participants
Language           Italian
Minimum age       18
Levels 1 - 3       There may be slight differences in level among participants but as groups are small, students are given plenty of individual attention. The teacher is adept at managing situations of this kind and will organize group work in such a way as to ensure that everyone benefits.

Dates September 26 to October 2 or October 3 to 9
Accommodation 6 nights in single or double room with bathroom and full board (breakfast, light lunch and dinner, wine included) at the Fattoria Terre di Baccio

Fees                       

1 week  € 850  (in double room)
1 week € 910  (in single room)

Included in the fee   the whole program  as described above, the accompanying teacher, accommodation with full board

Not included transfer from Florence station or airport to the Farm € 80

This course may also be taken by single individuals or small groups on dates chosen by the participants during harvest time - from mid September to approximately 20 October. Request further information.


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Last Updated: Saturday, 04 September 2010 23:56