Tours of Orsara

Today we toured the vineyards at Peppe Zullo!  Over the past 3 years, Peppe has been working on a museum and vine tasting area.  It is amazing to see how his projects are coming to fruition and the dream is now more and more a reality. We were able to enjoy a wine tasting as well.

We also took a tour to the gardens, once more, to see the layout of his plantings.  Peppe also has livestock, swans, pigs, ducks and more.  So very interesting to see how this truly is a sustainable farm, supporting the restaurant, cooking school and reception hall.  Which there was a wedding this evening, complete with fireworks!  Such a splendid night for an outdoor reception.  They celebrated well into the night and wee hours of the morning.

After our farm and vineyard tours... we made our way into town for lunch at the restaurant Medina.  This is the same place we ate last year and met more relatives.  They were happy to see us again and of course the food was bounissimo!

Then we were treated to a tour of St. Michael's Grotto.  This grotto was a popular pilgrimage in the 18th century.  As the town's patron Saint, one never has to fear for St. Michael is always near!
 
Being in town is always a sweet surprise, because we never know which relative we will meet!   We were able to meet up with some of our family and truly it is a special event for all.

Tomorrow is a last day.. so much to be grateful for this year on our trip.