Bientina

A relaxing drive in the Tuscan countryside are not the words I would use to describe today's journey. Graham is now officially an Italian driver. He was getting annoyed with a tourist who had the nerve to do the speed limit. To add to the excitement level we had a bit of rain as we were weaving our way down the highway,
The countryside is spectacular; well I think so from what I could see when I was brave enough to look away from the road.
Stopped in Cortona for morning tea (gelato) and a wander. Lots of middle aged men in lycra making the most of the hills.
Then off to Siena for lunch, limoncello and a look at the town. They have an annual bare back horserace in the piazza which is madness. The cathedral here is spectacular - black and white striped marble. It took 150 years to build and I see why. We only planned to have lunch and a quick look at the town but before we knew it, it was 6.30pm and we still had a two hour drive to Calcinaia. Oh well, we are on Italian time. Once again eating at 10.30pm.Read more