Semesterboende i Monte Antico Alto

When you arrive at our reception, take your time to take a drink at the bar. The receptionist will show you the way to the stables. The horses are cleaned and saddled and ready to go, unless you would like to come earlier and help or watch us preparing them. Riding helmets are available for you for the time of your ride. Meet your horses and make friends with them. Depending on your level of experience in horse riding, we will explain to you everything you need to know before we start the trail ride, and of course, we will help you to get up. And then let`s go! On our different routes, we pass by the incomparably beautiful and varied landscape of the Crete Senesi and the Val d'Arbia. Right in the beginning, you will already be able to see the symbol of our Fattoria, a centuries-old holm oak that stands all alone on it`s hill. We call it the “special wishing-tree”. While we circle it on horseback, your gaze can wander far across the valley called Val d`Arbia. On our following ride we will immerse ourselves in the varied landscape of the so called Crete Senesi, rich of beauty and history. Along hidden trails, across fields and oak groves, along lakeshores and over hills ridges you will collect unforgettable memories and the contact with the horse as a touching experience. Ansonsten zu beachten Body weight limit for our horses is 90 kg! You don't have to be an athlete to take part in our rides, nor do you need any previous experience. If you have good riding skills, we can try to put you in a group of experienced riders. Kids are welcome

Who it is for: for a serious wine lover that is curious to find out more about the crazy concept behind the Bonsai wine and wants to taste our whole selection. Winery, ecosystem, farmhouse, alive organism. Live the wine experience. Discover the Biodynamic vineyard and how producing a great wine means putting farming first. Come discover the densest vineyard in the world, where vines are planted only 40 centimeters apart resulting in a density of 62.500 plants per hectare. You will be guided through an exclusive tasting, having the chance to savor one of the most exclusive wines out there. Only 1000 bottles a year come from this very unique vineyard! Why do we produce a better wine from the Bonsai vineyards? Come find out why our plants’ roots can reach more than three meters in depth in a few years of growth. Giulia or Chiara will lead you throughout the whole winemaking journey, explaining how the biodynamic approach – carried out in absence of chemical interventions – preserves the beauty of nature and allows our plants to grow in the most natural way possible. This way they can express the authenticity of the soil, the microclimate, and the grape varieties of Podere Le Ripi.

Vi mostrero tutte le fasi della preparazione della pasta fatta a mano secondo la tradizione maremmana e toscana, dalle tagliatelle, pappardelle, tagliolini fino ad arrivare ai tortelli tipici maremmani. Dopo la preparazione della pasta ci focalizzeremo sulla preparazione del sugo tradizionale maremmano da abbinare: ragù di carne tipico toscano. Dopo assaggeremo i piatti da noi preparati degustando un ottimo vino rosso locale biologico. Altre cose da tenere a mente L'esperienza può anche essere tenuta in inglese. Ho vissuto all'estero e parlo benissimo Inglese.

You will fully immerse yourselves in the "local life", understanding how the farming culture of growing plants, pruning ancient olive trees and breeding farm animals is in our blood and with all probability the strongest feature that distinguishes Tuscan people. Who is it for: families and friends (of any age!) that love to have fun and curious to find out more about farming and wine. We will be showing you our most important Brunello vineyards, introducing the concept of microclimatic differences, and the respectful practices of biodynamic farming. We'd like to explain how understanding and respecting your land is part of Montalcino's culture and it's what allows us to become great winemakers. You will learn why having a large vegetable garden increases our biodiversity, life and interaction which all have a positive outcome on our wines. Chiara and David will lead you along an interactive journey through the garden. The tour path is designed as a learning game, purposely made for both younger and older guests. You'll be able to pet our animals, pick, taste and smell what nature will offer us according to the season. Don't worry, we'll dress you up in farmer clothing from head to toe, so you'll feel like one of us and we won't worry about getting dirty. Other things to note If you like to be 100% hands-on and in touch with nature, and if you like to get a little competitive, this is the perfect experience for you!

I want to show you the hilltop town of Montalcino via your smartphone and teach you how to take great travel pictures and some street photography. We’ll meet in front of the fortress at the top of the town and go from there exploring and seeking out great shots. Learn about composition and making the most of the available light. We’ll shoot people, details, urban landscapes, taking in the colours and ambience of this beautiful medieval town. Along the way a stop for coffee and I’ll talk you through some editing tips and tricks to enhance your shots. If you have Instagram or Facebook we can also talk about layouts and posting. We’ll finish our last section of walkabout with a theme/mini project in mind. Experience also available Siena/Pienza/St Quirico/Bagno Vignoni .. just ask! I am also very flexible with times .. please contact me if you'd like a different slot. Don’t worry if you have no photographic experience. You just need your iPhone/Smartphone. I’ll teach you about composition, natural light and tons of fantastic phone camera functions. Then it’s up to you to be as creative as you like. If you can, download Snapseed the editing app before we meet.