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Route - the Suvereto sub
region of the Val di Cornia
Doc region - winds its way
through countryside rich with
agricultural traditions, among
cork, oak and ilex woods and
Mediterranean scrub.
Increasingly better-known and
appreciated wines are made
here by blending the traditional
grapes of this region, such as
Sangiovese, with Cabernet,
Merlot and Sirah to create a
fusion of tradition and
innovation.
A number of the wine cellars
built in this area have been
recognized by architects and
art critics as some of the most
beautiful in the world.
Suvereto is an important stop
on the "Win and oil
producing town" circuit and
is also noted for its oil mills.
Extra virgin olive oil is a true
quality product and a fine
accompaniment to the
delicious cuisine of this area.
Visits to the cellars and oil
mills for wine, oil, and local
product tasting make this
gastronomic tour unforgettable.
"Calici di Stelle" on 10 August
is a fascinating opportunity to
taste wines in the magical
atmosphere of the historic
centre.
The traditions of Suvereto's
delicious cuisine have been
handed down from generation
to generation.
The area is famous for top
quality, flavoursome vegetables
such as purple artichokes and
spinach, as well as vegetable
soups, fresh stuffed pasta
(tortelli) and wild boar cooked
to ancient recipes.
Salamis, sweets, exquisite
honey and a wide range of
organic products, together with
fine wines and fruity olive oil,
can all be tasted on
"gastronomic tours", which can
also be organized.
Noted restaurants and local
trattorias offer excellent
cuisine, and gastronomic
tourism agencies help promote
its cultural value.
Restaurants mentioned in the main italian food guides
Organic producer
Olive oil producers
Wine producers
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