点评:We decided to do the truffle hunting experience at Casa Nepeta and had an unforgettable time. The countryside around Casa Nepeta is spectacular and was worth the drive in itself. We were warmly greeted by Frederiko who had helped organise the experience and Andrea, our truffle hunter and two of his energetic Lagotto Romagnolo dogs Maya and Jeena. Frederiko first gave us a brief introduction of the distillery where they make their amaro bitters, Nepeta (Organic wild mint, Organic lemon peel), Majora (Marjoram flowers and bitter orange peel) and Timous (Bush thyme and Bergamot peel) as well as their Noto Gin (Juniper, Jasmine, Pink pepper and Bergamot).
We then drove to a nearby forested area to let Maya and Jeena show their skills. The walk itself through the well preserved Hyblean forest was fantastic and unexpectedly cool with some panoramic views into the valley. It is an area also known for its wild boar hunting. We found 6 black summer truffles as well as being introduced to many of the wild herbs featured in their liquors. Maya and Jeena clearly loved their work. Maya also works as a therapy dog working with local kids
The one hour truffle hunt was followed by a return to Casa Nepeta and a chance to enjoy a tasting of their bitters and a bbq brunch featuring cheese, breads, eggs and meats sourced directly from neighbouring farms as well as the truffles we had found. Another fantastic experience
A great morning out thanks to the superb combination of great hospitality, truffle hunting experience, Liquor tasting and bbq. Very highly recommended
翻译:我们决定在Casa Nepeta体验松露采集活动,度过了一段难忘的时光。Casa Nepeta周边的乡村景色美不胜收,光是驱车前往这一路就非常值得。热情的弗雷德里科负责安排此次体验活动,他向我们表示了热烈欢迎;随后我们的松露向导安德烈亚也出现了,他带着两只活泼可爱的拉古托·罗马尼奥洛犬——玛雅和吉娜。弗雷德里科首先向我们简要介绍了这家酿酒厂,这里正是他们生产阿玛罗苦酒的地方,酒名就叫Nepeta(由有机野薄荷和有机柠檬皮调制而成)。Majora(马乔兰花与苦橙皮)和Timous(灌木百里香与佛手柑皮),以及它们制作的Noto Gin(配方包含杜松子、茉莉、粉红胡椒和佛手柑)。
随后我们驱车前往附近的林区,让Maya和Jeena展示她们的技艺。漫步在保存完好的希布莱安森林中实在是一种享受——这里出奇地凉爽,还能欣赏到山谷的全景。这一地区也以猎捕野猪而闻名。我们找到了6颗黑色夏季松露,还领略到了他们制作的利口酒中所使用的多种野生香草。Maya和Jeena显然非常热爱自己的工作。Maya还担任治疗犬,协助帮助当地的孩子们。
一小时的松露搜寻结束后,我们回到了Casa Nepeta,有机会品尝他们制作的苦酒。随后还享用了一场烧烤早午餐——食材包括来自周边农场的奶酪、面包、鸡蛋和肉类,当然还有我们亲手找到的松露。又一次美妙的体验
由于热情周到的接待、美妙的松露搜寻体验、酒类品鉴以及烧烤活动相得益彰,这个早晨过得极其愉快。强烈推荐!