Global gastronomic routes highlight wine, cheese, and tequila

Various international regions offer specialized gastronomic and beverage routes for travelers.

In Tuscany, Italy, wine routes traverse areas such as Chianti, Montalcino, and Montepulciano. These itineraries focus on Sangiovese-based red wines, traditional dishes like ribollita and bistecca alla fiorentina, and protected origin extra virgin olive oil.

France features cheese routes in regions including Normandy, Savoy, and Auvergne. These tours highlight diverse varieties such as Camembert, cave-aged blue cheeses, and raw milk mountain cheeses, often including visits to stables and maturation facilities.

In Jalisco, Mexico, the agave landscape offers a tequila-focused route. Travelers can visit blue agave plantations, tour historic distilleries using both artisanal and contemporary methods, and participate in tastings of blanco, reposado, and añejo varieties.