Monte Compatri

This morning, we headed from Rome to the Frascati wine region in the hills of Castelli Romani, a collection of wine-producing hills just southeast of Rome.

We were the only ones who went on the tour, so had a very personal experience.

We visited the Cantine Santa Benedetta, a family owned winery that has been producing wines at their vineyard since 1712 (13 generations).

We tasted a white, which was a Bellone and Malvasia blend, varieties we had never heard of, but which are native to this region. The red was a Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc blend, as well as their rose. All were great and they can ship to Australia, so some are on their way home.

Each wine was paired with a local food dish.Read more