Occasionally, I forgo my practical nature and allow wisps of romantic idealism to creep into my head. When I do, I often go to a small villa wrapped by a beautiful vineyard smack dab in the heart of Tuscany. I really can see myself throwing fabulous dinner parties under a vine-covered portico that last into the wee hours with local friends; waking to the sounds of harvesters reaping the fruits of the crops; and filling my days with simplistic pleasures . . . that's about the time I hear the squeal of breaks and a loud crash--back to reality I go!
My dream led me to read A Vineyard in Tuscany: A Wine Lover's Dream. I was immediately drawn in by the masculine romanticism. Ferenc Mate tells of his dream to own a Tuscan vineyard, and against all odds--and a lot of hilarious trials and errors--he achieves it. But more than his story of pursuing and obtaining a vineyard, it's the heartwarming and funny stories Mate shares of life in Italy, his friends, and the places he visits that touched me most.
This endearing book is a light read and great for a weekend getaway or a long airplane ride. I highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys escaping into a few minutes of romantic idealism!
