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These editions are limited, as only a small number of bottles are produced each year.To complement the wines, you will enjoy a selection of local delicacies, including a platter of cured meats and cheeses, homemade jams, flavorful crostini and traditional \"fettunte\" (soaked bread slices) with the estate’s own extra virgin olive oil.Children will be served the same food and will have water instead of the wines.","brand":"Slow Travel Italia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52595152552277,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/2159\/8293\/files\/i-5-utzb81Av1ndUfB3ajTnenuDO5smlCBv8ngcgNQI.jpg?v=1778329914"},{"product_id":"renaissance-florentine-mosaic-art-live-show-and-workshop-visit-in-florence","title":"Renaissance Florentine Mosaic Art: Live Show \u0026 Workshop Visit in Florence","description":"Florentine mosaics have their roots in the Renaissance, when the city became the center of an extraordinary artistic technique known as commesso fiorentino. 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The guide will be with you at all times, sharing stories about donkey life, sustainable farming, and the traditions that have shaped this region for generations.This is not a hurried tour but a mindful stroll — a chance to breathe, observe, and feel the texture of Tuscany’s rural life. The farm is a place where nature, animals, and people live in balance, following a philosophy of integrity, sustainability, and respect for all living things.At the end of your walk, you’ll gather to enjoy a tasting of the estate’s organic extra virgin olive oil, served with fresh bread made from ancient grains. The oil is produced right here, using traditional cold-pressing methods that preserve its natural aromas and flavor. It’s the perfect way to close a morning or afternoon immersed in the land’s beauty and simplicity.Whether you are traveling as a couple, with family, or alone, this experience offers something rare: a moment to slow down and truly connect. 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