The terraces of Sassella in Valtellina. Are you dizzy yet?The terraces of Sassella in Valtellina. Are you dizzy yet?

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Some regions are entirely covered with heroic vineyards, but every now and then, you come across one in an unexpected place, like L'Aietta, in the heart of Montalcino.

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