Press Release August 2016
Savour the Truffle season in Tuscany Experience the thrill of a traditional Truffle hunt in the heart of the Tuscan countryside
Visit Tuscany this autumn and take part in a traditional truffle hunt in the heart of the Tuscan countryside. Learn the ancient skills used to unearth these gourmet treasures and savour the enticing aromas and delicious flavours of fresh truffles. Sign up to a classic truffle hunting adventure and join a local truffle hunter and his dog who will guide you around the woodlands and fields of one of Tuscany’s most enchanting country estates at Borgo Pignano near Volterra. Borgo Pignano is offering a new truffle-infused gastronomic break which includes a cooking class where you will learn the art of using truffles within seasonal Tuscan cuisine. During your stay at the Pignano you will also have the chance to take a behind the scenes farm tour and visit the organic vegetable gardens, spend time with the estate’s bee-keeper and learn how we make organic honey. To complete your gourmet experience, sample head chef Vincenzo Martella’s Autumnal tasting menu with wines paired by Pignano’s wine connoisseur Francesco Dell’Aiuto. The truffle hunting offer includes elegant accommodation within Pignano’s beautiful 18th Century villa overlooking the medieval town of Volterra.
Package for two people includes:
Three nights in a Room with Charm or Room with a View Welcome bottle of Prosecco Daily organic buffet breakfast Truffle Hunting adventure in the grounds of Borgo Pignano One Truffle Inspired Cooking Class for two, including the basics of fresh pasta making Farm Tour – take a look behind the scenes at Pignano’s organic farm and vegetable gardens, see how the farm produce is nurtured and harvested Honey making – visit the bees and enjoy an introduction to natural honey production One Fine-Dining tasting menu for two at Villa Pignano’s restaurant Laboratory tour – see how Pignano make organic jams and sauces, soaps, perfumed oils and organic products Free Mountain Bikes at your disposal to explore the nearby Castelvecchio and Berignone Natural Parks Free Wi-Fi in rooms and in public areas Use of outdoor infinity pool overlooking the medieval city of Volterra Use of our fitness suite Use of TV room Billiard Room, Library, Bocce Court
€550 per person from October 1st until 5th November. In a Villa Room with Charm
The promotion is applicable for stays from October1st to November 5th 2016 The promotion is valid for all types of rooms and suites Beverages are not included in the fine-dining tasting menu To book, contact Borgo Pignano by calling +39 0588 35032, or send a request to reservations@borgopignano.com For more information on Borgo Pignano please go to:
www.borgopignano.com For any photos used in this release and further media enquiries including press trips please contact Sharon Kilby at Arthouse PR, tel: 0203 745 4445 email: info@arthousepr.com