As I continue my journeys around the world I now …moreAs I continue my journeys around the world I now find myself in one of Europe most historical city I'm your host Michael Murphy and this is Destination Unknown Prague, Czech republic less
A 360 degree view from the summit of a mountain o…moreA 360 degree view from the summit of a mountain on a beautiful Summer day. On the island, Hareid in Western Norway looking down on fjords and valleys. less
The annual spring Festival of the Transhumance in…moreThe annual spring Festival of the Transhumance in St. Rémy de Provence, France, features the local shepherds running their sheep through the town. They are taking them to cooler, higher elevations for the summer months. less
10 Best series highlights the best things to do i…more10 Best series highlights the best things to do in the top cities around the world.
Designed by Daniel Libeskind, the architect who has been awarded the design for ground zero and the World Trade Center site, the Museum opened in Berlin in 2001 to great acclaim.
The Museum, with its slanted walls and floors evokes dislocation, anxiety and memory.
Hosted by Julia Grimpe, a well known theater and TV star who resides in Berlin. less
Far from the madding crowd.... EmmaOntheLoose in …moreFar from the madding crowd.... EmmaOntheLoose in Devon, England. Featuring Exmoor Ponies & The National Trust. less
The area in Piedmont called Langhe Roero has give…moreThe area in Piedmont called Langhe Roero has given the world the gift of truffles, the Nebbiolo grape, from which Barolo and Barbaresco come from and a dazzling cuisine that is both aristocratic and simple. Let iexplore guide you on this luxury wine tour among castles and vineyards. There you’ll meet the makers of these great wines and the chefs working their dazzling cuisine in some of the most charming medieval towns in Italy.
Your trip starts at the Villa Tiboldi, luxuriously renovated Villa and Farmhouse surrounded by Nebbiolo and Arneis vineyards with views that go on forever.
Alba has a beautiful Cathedral from the XIth Century and a rich historic center. However Alba’s heart beats to the tune of the truffle.
Renato Agnello, truffle hunter of of 60 years leads a search for truffles in the woods with his dog Diana.
Tartufi Morra is a truffle emporium Established in 1930. It has the ultimate selection of everything truffle.
The restaurant Piazza Duomo owned by the Ceretto winemaking family is a shocking pink space with frescoes by Francesco Clemente.The avant-garde cuisine of Chef Enrico Crippa has earned the restaurant a one Michelin star.
The healthy pastry shop created by chef Luca Mentersino uses no sugar, milk or flour. So go ahead and splurge.
Neive is at the heart of Barbaresco. Katja and Ivan Rivetti are the third generation of Rivetti making this wine here. Tops labels are Bricco Barbaresco and Bricco de Neveis.
The Stupino brothers winery is housed in a sprawling 18th century castle. In the 70’s the Stupino’s cloned an old variety of Arneis vine producing a remarkable sparkling Pinot Noir besides their well known Barbaresco.
The restaurant La Ciau del Tornavento is owned by chef Maurilio Garola. The Chef has consistently received one Michelin star for his groundbreaking dishes.
The fortified Castle of Grinzane was erected in the XIth Century. Today it houses a very large Enoteca representing the best of Piedmont wines and grappas.
Barolo is a charming medieval town surrounded by wineries
The Marchesi Falletti created the first Barolo in this village.The first bottle, "Cannubbio 1861” is on permanent display.Today the original 19-century chestnut barrels have been reconditioned to age the Barolo Cannubi or Barolo Riserva.
Locanda nel Borgo Antico is set in an hamlet outside Barolo. In this elegant restaurant Chef Massimo Camia prepares the classic dishes which have earned the restaurant a Michelin star.
The Ceretto brothers have created a 300 acres network of small estates producing some outstanding labels. Top wines are Bricco Rocche, Brunate and Prapo’.
They have also sponsored major art projects the Sol Lewitt Chapel among the vineyards and in their winery their futuristic wine-tasting glass cube.
You will stay in the Hotel Villa Beccaris an 18th century palazzo surrounded by vineyards near the historic town of Monforte DAlba.
3 sisters from the Burlotto family run the Castle which their grandfather bought from the first King of Italy. The family restored the original frescos and furniture. Here you’ll attend cooking lesson in classic Piedmontese dishes.
Their winery has some of the oldest vintages going back to the 1850’s. Top wines are Verduno Basadone, Barbaresco Rabaja’ .
A truly royal lunch is served in the castle courtyard.
Pietro Ratti runs the business founded by his father in the 60’s. Today this state of the arts winery produces an outstanding Barolo Marcenasco.
After this magical tour with iexplore.com, Langhe Roero will stay with you forever. For more information on this privately guided, dream luxury wine tour call us at 1-800 iexplore or visit iexplore.com
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Brindisi is an old roman port in Puglia, at the …moreBrindisi is an old roman port in Puglia, at the heel of Italy. In fact it still has a column marking the end of the Appian way.
During Roman times Puglia used to be the major wine producer of the empire. Today it is still the major wine producer in Italy hosting some ambitious wine producers .like the Rubino's.
Luigi Rubino showcases his 3 best wines with interesting food pairing at the restaurant Penny in Brindisi.
Penny is an old favorite in town housed in a 12th century building and serving some of the most authentic local dishes prepared by Chef cosimo Orfano .
The wines Negroamaro Red, Malvasia Giancola and Torre Testa have all unique characteristics given Puglia's 1000 hours more sun than any other region of Italy.
Torre Testa is made from a grape called Susumaniello which came from Dalmatia in the 7th century bc. It is exclusively cultivated in Puglia and only in the Brindisi area.
The Rubino Estate produces 800,000 bottles a year with 70 % of the production exported to 20 countries.
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30 seconds of experimental footage; just messing …more30 seconds of experimental footage; just messing around.
Music sound familiar? Smooth Criminal (Michael Jackson) rendition by http://www.youtube.com/Godhjul
Experimented with Magic Bullet filters and my 35mm DOF adapter.
Filmed on Sony HDR-HC5.
Me: http://www.b.eaudacio.us/
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Sagrantino is a unique grape only grown in the Mo…moreSagrantino is a unique grape only grown in the Montefalco Assisi area. It was probably brought here in the 1400’s by Franciscan monks followers of St Francis. The sweet wine has been drunk by locals on weddings and Easter ever since.
In the 70’s Arnaldo Caprai bought 10 acres of land and decided to focus on this old vine and for the first time make a dry red wine.
In the 80 his son Marco who had graduated as an enologyst brought to the winery a desire to experiment and innovate. The Caprai’s convinced the University of Milan to come on board on a research project to clone the various strains of old Sagrantino vines which were on the verge of disappearing. The experiment was very successful and the rest is history. In 1992 the top appellation DPCG was awarded to sagrantino winning Caprai international recognition and many awards.
Under strict Italian law, "Montefalco Sagrantino Secco" DOCG defines a wine guaranteed to come exclusively from Sagrantino grapes, exclusively from the Province of Perugia
Secco means dry. The wine ages for 30 months, of which at least 12 in oak barrels. This wine is a DOCG, the highest-ranking category of Italian wine denominations
Sagrantino di Montefalco, is a DOCG wine that must be made from 100 percent Sagrantino. Most wines in the world are made from the same 5-6 different types of grapes. Sagrantino di Montefalco is unique because it is made from a single grape and only made here.
Sagrantino di Montefalco Collepiani first produced in 1979 is possibly the star of the collection.
Caprai still produces Sagrantino di Montefalco Passito (also DOCG), the sweet wine that gave birth to the modern sagrantino . Today thanks to Caprai this wine once almost forgotten is drunk the world over.
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Surrounded by olive groves and right on the Ionia…moreSurrounded by olive groves and right on the Ionian sea, on Italy’s southern tip near the village of San Gregorio is the Hotel Montecallini.
The Hotel was built on a hilltop on the plan of the ancient masseries, the old apulian farmhouses as a comfortable 4 star resort, a few steps from one of the most pristine seas in Italy.
Like the old farmhouses it has its own orchard where seasonal fruits and vegetables are grown for its kitchen.
Their family restaurant on the beach right below the hotel is a hot spot and serves the freshest local sea food.
From San Gregorio one can hire a boat to ride along the coastline which is dotted with Paleolithic caves and endless coves for bathing. The trip continues to Leuca and its lighthouse. This is the southernmost tip of the peninsula where the Ionian sea and the Adriatic sea meet.
If one is in the mood for culture the city Lecce is very close by. This is a jewel of a baroque city with dramatic architecture and a lively scene. Highly recommended.
73053 Loc. San Gregorio (Le) - Puglia Italy
Tel. 0039 (0) 833 767850 Fax 0039 (0) 833 767851
http://www.hotelmontecallini.com
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This movies will be part of a Keynote presentatio…moreThis movies will be part of a Keynote presentation on one of my next
Mediterranean voyages a cruise ship lecturer. It was shot in HD 16x9 and
down converted to DV 4X3. From now on all of our footage will be shot in
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10 Best series highlights the best things to do i…more10 Best series highlights the best things to do in the top cities around the world.
Once the busiest intersection in Europe, it was totalled during WWI and it remained a wasteland during the cold war with the wall running across it.
After the wall came down, glittering new building mushroomed and with its new architectural landmarks like the Sony Center it is now a symbol of the new Berlin.
Hosted by Julia Grimpe, a well known actress of theater and TV and a resident of Berlin. less
Austria is a place of rich mountain traditions, s…moreAustria is a place of rich mountain traditions, skiing, dance, and food.
Travel video clip directed by by Curt Faudon. less
The Piazza Republica is one of Rome's many beauti…moreThe Piazza Republica is one of Rome's many beautiful intersections. Located on the east side of the city, the piazza features the Naiad fountain, built on what was once a Roman bath. Next to the fountain is the Santa Maria degli Angeli. This church was built on and around the ruins of the Emperor Diocletian's bath.
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In Bordeaux the word Chateaux can be applied to anything, from an imposing esta…moreIn Bordeaux the word Chateaux can be applied to anything, from an imposing estate to a simple country house to a few rows of vines that constitute a small vineyard. There are over 3,000 Chateaux names in the Bordeaux area but they do not represent a corresponding number of palatial mansions. less
The annual spring Festival of the Transhumance in St. Rémy de Provence, France,…moreThe annual spring Festival of the Transhumance in St. Rémy de Provence, France, features the local shepherds running their sheep through the town. They are taking them to cooler, higher elevations for the summer months. less
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