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Your Stay CONTENTS From fine wines to prime accommodation, the complimentary services for visiting the gunmakers are in themselves steeped in excellence. Many are highly regarded in their field offering a way to include some of the regions` finest with your visit to the world of gunmaking. For a memorable visit to these gunmakers and advice on coordinating your stay email Jo Oliver.

BERETTA`S VINEYARD AT FRANCIACORTA Lo Sparviere, both elegant and beautiful, belongs to the Gussalli Beretta family with the building dating back to the 16th century. The wines produced from the surrounding vineyards are aged in the cellars below and comprise of Brut, and Extra Brut with Saten and Rosé versions of Franciacorta D.O.C.G. also produced there. The building hosts a historical and luxurious room which, upon private invitation, may be hired with a private chef for special occasions. Lo Sparviere is open for guided tours by appointment and Jo recommends a visit to this important vineyard. Visit Excellence LO SPARVIERE www.losparviere.it



YOUR STAY AT FRANCIACORTA Classic and rich L’Albereta is perfect for a relaxing stay. The elegant rooms are both cosy and tastefully furnished with a blend of contemporary furnishings and antiques. All around lie the hotel’s own vineyards, source of some fine sparkling wines which accompany the exalted cooking of Gualtiero Marchesi, the first Italian Chef that received 3 stars from the Michelin Guide. The fabulous 1400 square metres state-of-the-art SPA boasts a huge fitness centre, large indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam bath and every manner of health and beauty treatment featuring the products of Dr. Henri Chenot. Visit Excellence L`ALBERETA RELAIS & CHATEAUX www.albereta.it



GOLFING EXCELLENCE The golf club is situated in the heart of the wine producing area of Franciacorta and offers 27 holes of tournament level golf. Designed to be incorporated in the professional circuit the links provide golf at all levels in beautiful surroundings. Renowned by the professionals and keen amateurs that have played here for the individual personality of every single hole that make up this classic venue. Further amenities including stylish clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis court and restaurant. Visit Excellence FRANCIACORTA GOLF CLUB www.franciacortagolfclub.com



THE ART OF WINE The stunning grounds and buildings that house the wine cellars and wine making facilities of Ca`del Bosco impress upon every visitor their ethos and its application. In their pursuit of excellence, for both wine and cantina hosting, they have coupled state of the art equipment with the beauty of art. Striking pieces from renowned artists, many of grandiose stature, imbue its atmosphere and emphasise their philosophy. Classic ambiance projected into a contemporary environment, a micro mirror of its larger international standing. A must for wine connoisseurs everywhere, with wine tasting available, by appointment. Visit Excellence CA` DEL BOSCO



YOUR STAY AT CAPPUCCINI RESORT Cappuccini health and well being resort for complete relaxation. Fourteen rooms and a health and beauty facility set in the shallow hills and vineyards of Franciacorta. The rooms are tastefully furnished, the restaurant serves a range of regional cuisine and the health facilities comprise of indoor and outdoor pools, spa, and sauna. All of which are housed in a former 16th century convent that has been completely restored, but still encapsulates the relaxing atmosphere of a place of peace and tranquillity. Surrounding the resort are their own beautiful rose gardens and the countryside of Franciacorta. Visit Excellence CAPPUCCINI www.cappuccini.it



YOUR STAY AT I DUE ROCCOLI The panoramic position of the hotel and restaurant, gives an unrivalled view of Lake Iseo all year round. The first class hotel, excellent restaurant, position and landscaped grounds make it one of the area`s premier hosting venues. An elegant and established building that is combined with more recent conservatories to take advantage of the views, it is classic yet comfortable, rustic yet modern, traditional yet delicate. Tastefully furnished throughout, the grounds and rooms have those aesthetic finishing touches that bring guests and surroundings together. Visit Excellence I DUE ROCCOLI www.idueroccoli.com



Private Riva Collection Bellini Nautica have on show a piece of nautical history. A private collection of boats built by the Italian boat builder, Riva, some of which are for sale. www.nautica-bellini.it The boats are fully working and can be hired for a journey on Lake Iseo and a journey back to an era and benchmark in nautical history. Not usually open to the public, this truly special collection may be viewed.

Bellini Nautica Bellini Nautica is an authorised outlet for the sales of vintage Riva boats, in addition to a boat builder and dealership for the new generation of power boats. Situated on the banks of Lake Iseo and only 30 mins from the gunmakers, Bellini Nautica also offer luxury boat hire with skipper for their Riva collection of boats. www.nautica-bellini.it

HELICOPTER TOURS & TRANSFER SERVICE The terrain of the Pre Alps is beautiful and spectacular, from the air it is more so. Elimast are eminent masters of this aerial environment and provide a range of helicopter services for the area including airport transfers, sightseeing trips and air taxi service. The company has been operating in the sector for many years and has a choice of helicopters available depending on the number of passengers. Trips can include flying over Lake Garda and Lake Iseo, travelling to the gunmakers for the visits and wine tasting at some vineyards . Visit Excellence ELIMAST www.elimast.it



AWARD WINNING WINES OF CLOSEBY LAKE GARDA From the awards presented on the walls of this classic cantina it is possible to distinguish that Monte Cicogna produce wines of exception. A range of wines are made, of which several are DOC wines including Garda Classico Chiaretto & Reds and Lugana, a classic white wine made only from the grapes on the southern shores of Lake Garda. A region noted for its natural combination of weather, soil and lakeside setting that has a perceptible effect on the wines and olive oil that originate from there. `A generational wine producer representing the soil and climate of Lake Garda, superbly` Visit Excellence MONTE CICOGNA www.montecicogna.it





SLOW DRIVE Take a trip down memory lane, slowly. Slow Drive vintage cars for beautiful and inspiring journeys around some of the most beautiful countryside in Europe. Alfa Romeo, MG and Morgans available, amongst others, for those wanting to feel the past blowing in their hair on a warm, relaxing drive in the Italian countryside. A flexible hire service, based at Lake Garda, for the discerning wanting to sample the pleasures of past geographical and engineering highlights, with a beautiful backdrop.

Visit Excellence The Mille Miglia Museum is only 30 mins from the gunmakers. It contains a panoramic view of this era in motor cars encapsulated through their participation in this renowned event. It has much of the vintage excellence over the lifetime of the Mille Miglia race, in its original format, on show. An all year round visual delight of the once a year spectacle of this internationally acclaimed vintage car race. A fascinating visit to an exciting transitional time in car making, displayed with many of the atmospheric articles prevalent at that period. In itself the museum, once a monastery, is architecturally important. Some of its historic rooms, fitted to the theme of the Mille Miglia can be hired for special occasions. www.museomillemiglia.it

Visit Excellence looks forward to seeing you Email to arrange your visit to the gunmakers.