Autunno a Frontignano

Posted by Casa Betti on Oct 18, 2011 in Wine & Food | 0 comments Autumn has arrived in Frontignano with the leaves changing colors and the crisp air. I am looking out my window at the vineyards that have already been harvested and the olive trees that are ready for harvest in a few days.  The sun is shining which is a good day to go and gather the walnuts from my trees.  The walnuts are in a pod, which you break open, and if the shell of the nut is black it...
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Traditional Umbrian Dish

Posted by Casa Betti on Feb 26, 2011 in Wine & Food | 0 comments A traditional dish of the region, Todi/Frontignano, is Italian sausage with lentils.  It is tasty and simple to prepare.  I usually get about 10 sausages for 4 people.  I cook the sausage in the oven for about 2 hours.  I like to cook slowly so they get nice and brown but still remain juicy.  Next brown a whole clove of garlic and add a package of lentils to the pan.  I cook the lentils...
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Sagrantino Grape

Posted by Casa Betti on Jan 26, 2011 in Activities, Wine & Food | 0 comments The sagrantino grape is indigenous to the Montefalco region in Umbria.  My favorite wine is the Sagrantino Wine from Antionelli.  It is full body and smooth on the palate.  The wine can be bought to drink now or you can store for up to 15  years.  Antionelli Cantina is located about 20 minutes from the house.  It is a small-medium size winery with a friendly staff.    I would highly...
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