Itinerari nelle Marche: Gourmet relaxation in Vallesina

A weekend to dedicate to the discovery of the most authentic Marche region and its most precious local foods!

A weekend dedicated to relaxation and fine foods!
Marche region is the setting for this romantic getaway full of unique encounters and emotions!

YOUR SOUVENIR

the professional tasting technique for extra virgin olive oils and the secrets of truffle hunting

Duration

3 days and 2 nights
From October to April

Accommodation Facility

A charming agriturismo nestled in the olive groves in the hills near Jesi, in the heart of the Marche region.
The farm is specialised in the production of extra virgin olive oil and the agriturismo is located in a beautiful, skilfully restored farmhouse.
There is a panoramic lounge on the ground floor from which to enjoy a beautiful view during breakfast and in moments of relaxation, and 4 rooms on the upper floor.

TRAVEL JOURNAL

DAY 1

Arrival at the accommodation in the early afternoon. Here you will be welcomed by Paola, who will take you on a tour of the farm’s oil mill to learn more about the techniques for extracting oil from olives and discover the secrets for safeguarding quality.
At the end of the walk you will turn into real extra virgin olive oil tasters!
Following Paola’s tips, you will taste the company’s monovarietal oils, refine your sense of smell and taste, and embark on a real mini course in professional olive oil tasting!

DAY 2

In the morning, a good breakfast from a champion is just what you need to face the day!
Early in the morning, you set off with Antonio and one of his friendly dogs for a truffle hunt!
You will turn into truffle hunters for a day. You will follow the dog, which, depending on its breed, character, age and experience, will behave in its own characteristic way!
But we won’t reveal anything; it is worth being surprised.
During the hike, you will reach a meadow with a unique view of the valley below and the San Vicino mountain in front.
The hunt will bear fruit and on the way home it is time to reward yourself!
Having collected some eggs from the henhouse everything is ready for a truffle tasting snack at Antonio’s house accompanied by a good glass of Verdicchio wine!

By the way! In the afternoon, you are awaited by Maurizio and Marco to discover their winery not far from Antonio’s truffle fields. They will lead you on a discovery of Verdicchio, an indigenous grape variety of this area, and in particular you will discover the secrets of classic method Spumante production by wandering around the winery!
A tasting of 3 wines, including the classic method sparkling wine, will end the day on a high note!

DAY 3

Check-out from the accommodation, but before returning home a walk through the streets of Jesi awaits you, a medieval town with many stories to tell, which for a series of events and coincidences gave birth to Frederick II of Svevia!
In particular, you are expected at the museum dedicated to this multifaceted character for a guided tour that will immerse you in his extraordinary history as a man!

PRICE: 230 € per person

THE FEE INCLUDES

• 2 overnight stays on a farm (breakfast not included à la carte)
• farm visit to the oil mill
• mini tasting course of monovarietal olive oils
• truffle hunting and "truffle hunter's" lunch
• visit to the Verdicchio dei castelli di Jesi wine cellar and tasting of 3 wines (including classic method sparkling wine)
• entrance and guided tour of the Stupor Mundi Museum in Jesi dedicated to the figure of Frederick II of Svevia

THE FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Trasferimenti per e dalla struttura ricettiva
• Colazioni (la struttura mette a disposizione un menù in ogni stanza per ordinare la propria colazione)
• Tutto quanto non previsto nella sezione “La quota comprende”

Please do not hesitate to contact us for special requests, tailor-made quotes or to customise the programme!
It is possible to add one night to the programme at a price of 45,00 € per person in a double room.

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