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𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢: 600 years of winemaking history. From 1385 to the present day. Changing the Italian wine industry and becoming the best vineyards. The company has always been associated with art and fundamental aspects of winemaking throughout its history. It became one of the most important wine families in Italy as a result of the 1970 “Super Tuscan” revolution. In San Casciano, Villa Antinori was born in 1928. In Bolgheri, on the coast of Tuscany, the first and second vintages sparked the super Tuscan revolution. The business is now managed by the family’s 26th generation, who emphasizes the company’s traditions, setting, and innovative spirit.

𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐚 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞: Situated close to the hamlet of Calino in the center of Franciacorta. The Antinori family bought the Montenisa estate in 1999 to make sparkling wines using the traditional method. Some of the best wines are the result of the connection that exists between the Antinori family and the terroir of Franciacorta.

𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚: A Michelin star destination partner with a record-breaking 20 million bottles sold in 2022. Began with the 1960 harvest of the first Pinot di Franciacorta. In 1995, Franciacorta became the first region in Italy to receive the Protected & Guaranteed origin label. Franciacorta offers a comprehensive selection of vintage wines. It has made a name for itself in the travel industry and produces exceptional wines. A part of Lombardy in the north of Italy that makes some of the best and most prestigious sparkling wines. A group of 121 wineries known as Villa Franciacorta was established in 1990 by 29 producers.

𝐁𝐫𝐮𝐭: Franciacorta Blanc de Blancs is composed of 15% Pinot Blanc and 85% Chardonnay. Creamy texture with a pale yellow color. Aromas of green apple & peach. The palate of the brut is fresh, soft with balanced tannins. A superb brut

Garesio Winery: It was established in 2010 when the Garesio family bought land and divided it up between Serralunga D’alba, also known as the “heart of Barolo,” Perletto, which is in Alta Langa, Incisa Scapaccino, and Castelnuovo calcea, which is in Monferrato. In Serralunga d’Alba, the Garesio family also took on the task of renovating an old farmstead. The goal of this project is to create a one-of-a-kind hospitality and wine experience. Since 2014, it has been recognized as a UNESCO world heritage site. The Garesio family’s history began in faraway lands in the Salento vineyards. They were able to produce exceptional wines because of their love and devotion to one of the rarest and most prized terroirs in the world.

Serralunga D’Alba: The only location which is more Barolo than Barolo itself. The Serralunga wine is beautiful and elegant because of the terroir. A place with a lot of internal diversity and complexity. Serralunga wines always have great structure and strong, powerful characters. Because it is a distinctive landmark in the landscape of the Piedmontese vineyard, the entire Serralunga is playing an important role in the wine industry.

Wine: Serralunga D’Alba, Barolo DOCG 2015. A heavy bodied wine with brilliant garnet red color. Cherry, strawberry, red fruit, and licorice hints. 100% Nebbiolo is used in the production, which is selected and harvested manually. Excellent earthy notes accompany the spice aromas. The wine is perfectly balanced and has a great structure and texture. The wine is extremely dry and smooth on the palate.

Podere Fortuna: Founded in 2001 in Mugello on the slopes of the Tuscan-Emilian Appenines. The vineyards and the villa Cafaggiolo are owned by the Lowenstein family, which started their own wine business. The best Pinot Noir is produced by the company in the Mugello region of Tuscany. The grapes for the wines were planted in 2001 in a location where vineyards have been documented since 1400. The company is the first to produce Pinot Noir in the Mugello region.

Tuscan Pinot Nero: Pinot Noir, a French grape, has gained popularity in Northern Italy, where Italy has its own 500+ varieties. Growing and cultivating the Pinot Noir grape variety is challenging. Pinot Noir finds its ideal Terroir in Mugello, a specific region in Tuscany’s cooler apennine mountains.

Wine: IGT 2016 Tuscan Pinot Nero, Fortuni, Rosso. A full bodied wine. Deep red color with purple reflections. Aromas of blackberry and black cherry. The wine is crisp, soft, and dry on the palate. The taste and elegance of this Tuscan Pinot Noir is outstanding. Vanilla, blueberries, and chocolate are all present in this well-balanced, smooth wine. A great Pinot Noir from Tuscany.

Marchesi di Barolo: A tale of love that has been told for more than two centuries. Everything began in 1807 when Carlo Tancredi Falletti fell in love with Juliette Colbert de Maulévrier. They realized that long Barolo wines, also known as “King of Wines” or “Wine of Kings & Queens,” have the potential to change the wine scene around the world. They then set up the wine cellar and gave it the name of its origin. In point of fact, Juliette Colbert de Maulévrier introduced the world to the most prestigious wines from Italy. She left the world in 1864, leaving behind a legacy of her love of Barolo. The winery was purchased by the Abbona family in 1929, and they started a new era for Barolo by honoring the legacy of love for the grape. The Abbona family has passed down their love of Barolo from generation to generation. The family has maintained its traditional heritage by producing the most prestigious and exceptional wines, and their motto is “to combine passion, tradition, and evolution.”

Wine: 2017, Serragrilli Barbaresco DOCG. A full bodied wine, made entirely of Nebbiolo. With aromas of plum and red fruits, this is unquestionably one of the finest wines. A very impressive wine with flavors of mocha, spice, and red berries. Nebbiolo grapes are grown on a gentle hill in Neive called the Serragrilli. Regarded as a region with a significant wine-growing industry. The wine has sweet tannins and is powerful while also being harmonious and balanced.

Castelli Martinozzi Winery: In Villa Santa Restituta, there is an estate winery that dates back to the 18th century. This villa is one of Montalcino’s oldest. For its wine, the estate won the oldest prize in Siena, which was given out in 1892. The family has run the winery for several generations, and it only produces wines with the typical Montalcino flavor. Over the past more than 130 years, the business has been producing premium wines. Today, the business is managed and led with passion and dedication to winemaking.

The Montalcino region: It was first mentioned in 814 AD. Montalcino persevered for four years following Florence’s defeat of Siena before joining a unified Italy in 1861. When it comes to winemaking, it is one of the best regions in Italy and the world. On a global scale, it would appear that Montalcino receives more attention. There are now over 200 winemakers in Montalcino, compared to just 11 in the 1960s.

Wine: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. A robust red wine with a lot of body. 100%Sangiovese-based, with aromas of spice and red fruits. Aged for four years in Slavonian oak barrels. The flavor is robust, dry, and has a flavorful finish. A powerful, elegant, and complex wine.

Amarone Tasting: Legacy, 𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐄 Della Valpolicella DOCG 2019. Corvina e Rondinella, Cantine Bertani , Veneto

Bertani Estate: Founded in 1857 in the heart of Valpolicella’s “Valley of the Gods,” Quinto di Valpantena. The company is in charge of managing over 200 hectares of vineyards in the province of Verona, known for producing Venetian wines and has two cellars and vineyards in the Valpantena classico region as well as a Soave and Lake Garda estate. Bertani is the first Italian company to improve wine bottling through investments and cutting-edge viticulture. The regions extend from Valpolicella classica to Valpantena, from Soave to Lugana. Bertani is a symbol of 𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐄 and the most passionately authentic winery in Italy. Amarone’s birthplace was Villa Mosconi Bertani.

𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐄: Born of Error. According to the locals, an experiment was carried out in the historic BERTANI CELLARS. Bertani was where Amarone was born in 1958. Rather than a lengthy history, this is an incredible tale. The official source of Amarone’s discovery was a rumored forgotten barrel of RECIOTO wine, which was then excellently aged to become more robust. The BERTANI winery was the first to produce Amarone. The fact that Amarone wine has evolved into a fascinating dialogue with literature and film over time is no accident. This unexpected effect is now appreciated by people all over the world.

Wine: 𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐄 Della Valpolicella 2019. A heavy bodied wine with a deep red color and aromas of blackberry and cherry. Made with a blend of 80% Corvina and 20% Rondinella. There are hints of pepper spice and cinnamon. The wine is creamy on the palate with a long, persistent finish.

Brut Tasting: Villa Franciacorta DOCG Millesimato Emozione (Emotion) 2018. Made with a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc, Villa Franciacorta Lombardy

Villa Franciacorta: A Michelin star destination partner with record-breaking 20 million bottles sold in 2022. Began with the first vintage of Pinot di Franciacorta in 1960. Franciacorta was the first region in Italy to receive the Protected and Guaranteed designation of origin in 1995. Vintage wines make up Villa Franciacorta’s entire product line. Today, Villa Franciacorta stands out in the tourism industry and produces exceptional wines.

Franciacorta: A subregion of Lombardy in the Northern part of Italy that produces some of the finest and most prestigious sparkling wines. Villa Franciacorta is a consortium of 121 wineries, founded in 1990 by 29 producers.

Wine: From the grape plantations situated in the Monticelli Brusati. The 2018 Villa Franciacorta Millesimato Brut Emozione. Tradition’s Manifesto: This is Villa Franciacorta’s Emotion. The only Franciacorta in the house is made with three different grape varieties. Straw yellow with hints of fresh fruits and sweetness of acacia. Created with a blend of 85% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Noir, and 5% Pinot Blanc. Additionally, the wine has an elegant structure and lingering aftertaste because it is a blend of 26 base wines from the estate winery.

Wine Tasting: Marina Cvetić, Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC 2018 Riserva, San Martino Rosso, Masciarelli Winery, Abruzzo, Chieti

Masciarelli: Founded by Gianni Masciarelli in 1981. After a lengthy reclamation, the company opened “Castello di Semivicoli,” a baronial chateau from the seventeenth century that is now a “Relais de Charme” in the grape plantations, which is the primary focus of the wine industry. The company currently offers five products and 18 labels: Castello di Semivicoli, Classicline, Gianni Masciarelli, Estate Gemma, and Marina Cvetic. Marina Cvetić: A line of wines that are destined to win the highest accolades received its name. A desire passed down from his wife, Marina Cvetić, to dedicate a whole product line to his companion at work and in life. For more than three decades, the Masciarelli winery has elevated the region’s status. Today, the vineyards span more than 300 hectares in four Abruzzo provinces and are present in 53 countries.

Wine: Marina Cvetić, Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC 2018. One of the finest wines produced in Abruzzo. Crafted entirely from Montepulciano grapes. Amazing wine with a heavy body and aromas of black cherries, rose, jam, and Mediterranean scrub. A deep red color wine with purple undertones and aromas of licorice & cinchona. This wine is the best seller from the particular product line. The wine has great structure, fine tannins, and is balanced, as well as complex.

Wine Tasting: The Volcanic wine. Sicilia Eruzione ( Eruption) 1614, Etna DOC. Made with Carricante and Riesling, 2019, Planeta Winery, Sicily

Planeta: The journey began in Sambuca di Sicilia, on the family’s estate, which had been in their possession since the 1600s. The Planeta family has been making wine in the world’s most exciting viticulture regions for five centuries and seventeen generations. Planeta’s wineries can be found in Menfi, Vittoria, Noto, Etna, and Capo Milazzo. They were established in the 1990s. Planeta also has a restaurant, a hotel/hospitality business, olive oil production, and winemaking, among other important businesses. Planeta Winery is now one of Sicily’s leading wineries and a real wine empire.

Etna DOC: Italy’s most stunning wine region and Europe’s largest active volcanic region. Etna stands out because of its exceptional terroir. The exceptional wines and distinctive volcanic terroir that make up the appellation are what makes it so well-known. Winemakers are planting vineyards and producing excellent wines despite the risk. Over 150 wineries produce exceptional wines in Etna today.

Wine: Etna Bianco, Sicilia Eruzione (Eruption)1614. 2019, made with a blend of 90% Carricante and 10% Riesling. Born between the lava soils and altitude of the Etna eruption of 1614. With aromas of citrus fruits, green apples, this wine is bright, rich golden yellow. A medium to full bodied wine. The wine has rich, soft flavors of lemon peel on the palate. The wine has a long finish and excellent structure and texture.