Roaring passion, in the heart of Tuscany

Hair in the wind, sun kissing the cheeks. With an impertinent air, the Lancia Aurelia B24 spider speeds along. On board Gassman and Trintignan: the bittersweet side of the economic boom in the stills of “Il sorpasso” (directed by Dino Risi, 1962). Behind, Rome, indifferent, and onwards, towards adventure and the Via Aurelia, taking the curves of the Romito, suspended between precipices and flashes of calm seas, from Castiglioncello to Livorno. To understand its beauty, one must look with a curious eye. Only then will the landscape expand and become a dimension of the soul. The many faces of Tuscany are offered in a kaleidoscope of subtle splendours. The heart rules the head. Beyond the film. Our journey begins in the south. The Tyrrhenian Sea embraces the promontory of Argentario along a series of terraces cultivated with vines, olive groves and small bays. Here lies a secret treasure trove of exclusive villas, the realm of celebrities and lovers of sailing; beyond the half-moon island of Giannutri, and then Giglio.

Tuscany offers historic routes, circuits, drivers, races and roads, which every car lover needs to discover, as well as exploring fascinating places. 

 

Published on Avion Luxury #19/2017-18