the new POA revitalized but true to its roots a striking image has defined Italy's Puglia region for decades the white conical ston house is called truli built by layering stones without mortar Legend has it that the truli were designed to avoid taxation since they could be quickly dismantled when the tax man cometh alberobello the symbolic home of the trly has been a UNESCO world heritage site since 1996 while the truly are a must sea they are the tip of the Iceberg when discovering pula's [Music] Soul wine from pulia Pia's Flagship wines are Primitivo and negro
Amaro and Rosato made with these varietal has always been a mainstate Fano Vera malesia Nera susum manello and nroa are also indigenous to the area the most significant production of Primitivo is in Primitivo di mandura doc n tanto [Music] vagon 1921 Toronto history and wine Innovation vagon 1921 is one of the oldest wineries in Southern Italy and exports 5 million bottles to over 70 countries the varagon family now headed by Maria Teresa and Kimo vlone the wine maker has been farming their land for 100 years the Next Generation Maria Angelo and Franchesca is focused on
Innovations in Vineyard sustainability like an on-site worm farm and making wine in new ways like launching a non-alcohol Spritz and the 12E Meto line offering wines with just 12.5% alcohol the winery has Ked gber Roso has awarded Tre biker to several of its wines including the 20201 Kimo vvon Private Collection negro Amaro Del salento igp in addition to Kimo's namesake all the wines dedicated to family members were standouts Mari verason pulia igp daughter Marcia primadona shardon di igp wife Maria Teresa tat Primo Del salento igp son Angelo an Prim dial daughter Franchesca a visit to
their estate outside Toranto can include horseback riding through The Vineyards upon request incidentally taranto itself is worth a visit part of the Magna graia it hosts an elaborate collection of Antiquities in the National archaeological Museum of Tanto Marta the old town is a Labyrinth of falling down buildings and expertly muraled walls and the contrast is eily beautiful taranto muscles are grown in marola a just off thee sea natural Basin that gave taranto the nickname city of two Seas the combination of Salty Sea water and sweet fresh water that flows through marip Picola adds a delicious
oneof a kind flavor most Michelin starred restaurants that offer muscles are offering Toranto muscles according to Angelo varagon Leon de Castries Rosato ties to America this Salis salentino Dock Winery has a special place for Americans since American soldiers inadvertently helped it continue bottling wine during and after World War II the winery was out of glass but it found American beer bottles littering the area and use them to hold Leon de castri wine some of the these bottles are still on display in the winery according to the estate Leon the castri five roses Rosato was the
first to be sold in the United States comprised primarily of negro Amaro with a small amount of malvasia Nera deche five roses is Cherry pink with notes of strawberry and Rose and its name comes from the odd fact that several generations of the dri's family had five children [Music] taresa Marquez antinori is puglian estate the Tuscan wine Dynasty antinori owns taresa located in minino merge in the Castel Del Monte do region calua Rosato salento IGT a crisp and elegant Rosato of negro Amaro is grown in their Vineyards along the Adriatic Coast antinori has wineries around
the world including two in Napa Valley Stags Leap and antia [Music] libraria liima Bari the central Bari spot melds two complimentary forces wine and books it is half book store and half fully stocked and expertly guided anota making for a tasty and informative stop it's also a great way to get a sample Flight of the wines the region is most known for while nibbling on tarali and picking out a book for the next trip two finds during a recent tasting 2023 Marco ludovico pusio Rosato klia IGT and 2023 I pastina Bianco Delano valri igp Val
Dria Antonello losito the founder of Southern Visions travel based in poano almare started his bespoke travel operation to show visitors the authentic pulia from old recipes from the old days to Young innovators Reviving ancient traditions in a modern way he's a proponent of many places that lie in the Val Dria the heart of pulia north of the southernmost tip of the boots Hill salento bordering Bari taranto and brindisi provinces and coincidentally inclusive of alberobello he argues that other upand cominging towns ostuni Cino and altamura among them offer the experiences most visitors dream of Lux lodgings
in the itria valley Masia Lear maseri are large country farm houses where in the past Farm Workers lived and worked near the principal residents if you're seeking Tranquility in the bulian countryside the ancient but perfectly restored Masia laru offers 19 unique rooms each featuring a private Courtyard Garden framed by stone walls and vibrant Bugan vilia Olive Groves and fruit trees surround The Rustic Retreat the restaurant offers a delight delightful vegetarian menu inspired by local traditions and seasonal ingredients from nearby farms and maseras gardens Masia Tor MIT a Roco Forte property Tor MIT is a beautifully
restored 16th century Masia that combines traditional kouan architecture with modern sophistication the resort features spacious rooms and Suites some with private rooftop Terraces overlooking the surrounding Olive Groves golf course and the Sea The Culinary team is exceptional and guests can indulge in extraordinary locally inspired dishes that emphasiz fresh seasonal produce and traditional Italian flavors kasab badra here's where you'll get your truly fit 11 truly were combined to make one fully staffed Villa with five bedrooms six baths three kitchens a heated pool a Terrace 300 olive trees and as the property puts it one Moon it
is designed for outdoor living but has Exquisite taste on the inside combining the truly gives many rooms the signature truly vaulted ceiling comfort and indisputable [Music] charm experiences T the Puglia cycling culture Puglia is a mecca for cycling enthusiasts and Antonello himself was a professional cyclist who brought that expertise to Southern Vision cycling program he is now the Region's most significant cycling tour operator we have 150 bikes and a fleet of operators and guides I have top-of-the-line $6,000 bikes electric bikes and all sorts of inventory his company also has a picnic Department that focuses on
the most decadent romantic and meaningful day tours we can do it operates as a destination management company working with travel agents worldwide to create bespoke Adventures like cycling the Puglia Aqueduct cycle route to Cino this root goes through the Mediterranean scrub of the rria valley the 500 Journey's experience another southern Visions travel bespoke experience is 500 Journeys which offers restored Fiat 500s for rent imagine renting a restored Fiat 500 driving along the Magnificent Adriatic coast and dining at the seaside with a pizza and bottle of local bubbly for a quintessential ping experience that will never
be forgotten
