This article is published in the number 28/29 of Vanity Fair on newsstands until July 19, 2022
The heroic path of wine
Are we in Italy or in Bali? At first glance the green terraces of the Banks of the Conegliano Valdobbiadene they recall the exotic rice fields of the island of the Gods, which in common also have the wording for both of Unesco World Heritage Sites. To get to know this national treasure better where Prosecco is bornthe Charmat method sparkling wine that drives the export of Italian wine around the world, an official itinerary of 50 km to discover the territory was also born: a slow walking experience among hills, ancient villages, vineyards, cellars, abbeys and medieval strongholds , with a network of bed and breakfasts, hotels and restaurants where the “pilgrims of bubbles” can rest and learn about the types of wine, the heroic cultivation of vines on the banks (due to the slope of the land), traditional dishes, the history and memories, equally heroic, linked to the Great War in the Piave area (visits to the cellars and appointments on the site coneglianovaldobbiadene.it). But all of Italy is a great wine heritage in continuous evolution: the extraordinary terroirs where great wines are born have become places to host events and holiday destinations to be experienced in total relaxation in nature.
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Happy birthday!
The Lunelli family celebrates in the famous cellars of Trentodoc and in the renovated spaces of Villa Margon 120 years of Ferrari Trentomaison ambassador of the Italian art of living, strengthening its commitment to sustainability with the achievement of Carbon Neutrality
(ferraritrento.com).
Chalice with a view
To the historian Kettmeir winery (Santa Margherita Group) in Caldaro (Bolzano), surrounded by South Tyrolean vineyards, the summer aperitifs on Friday evenings continue. In the living rooms en plein air you can try scented and elegant classic method sparkling wines, expression of a terroir among the most suitable
of Italy (kettmeir.com)
That great genius of Leonardo
Agronomist, oenologist and taster: Leonardo da Vinci was also this. In the village of Vinci, in the Chianti area, the new Wine Genius exhibition and tasting space, created by Leonardo da Vinci cellars (Caviro) with Giunti Editore, hosts the interactive exhibition The gift of the vine (Leonardodavinci.it). \
To see the stars
The “supreme” event of the summer of The Possessions Serego Alighieri, in the Classic Valpolicella? The Dinner under the stars on 29 July, organized on the estate that was bought by Pietro Alighieri, son of the poet Dante and still managed after 21 generations by his heirs, supported by the Masi Group. In addition to visits to the cellar and tours in the area, it is possible to stay in the Foresteria (seregoalighieri.it).
The night of San Lorenzo
A great author’s architecture (Mario Botta), a natural oasis, excellent wines to taste with the specialties of the Maremma: the Petra winery (Terra Moretti) in Suvereto is an ideal destination for those wishing to visit one of the most important wine temples in Tuscany. To try, Petra, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and the white La Balena. Most awaited appointment on August 6, with the event Waiting for San Lorenzo, an evening dedicated to food and wine and the stars (petrawine.it).
The fruit of an ancient art
Fresh hints of rose, notes of red fruits and spices: it is the super awarded Brut Rosé Classic method from Cesarini Sforzaborn from Chardonnay grapes and a percentage of Pinot Noir from Val di Cembra (Trentino) grown on the centuries-old terraces created with stone walls, structures
protagonists of a true art included in the Unesco Intangible Heritage List (cesarinisforza.it).
At the origins of the Franciacorta method
Elegant, refined, ideal aperitif to combine with tasty dishes and delicate shellfish, ’61 Rosé is the classic Method in pink version produced by the Franciacorta winery Guido Berlucchiamong the recommended destinations for those wishing to visit the ancient noble palace of the Ziliani family and discover the
secrets of the Franciacorta method in the historic galleries that saw it born (berlucchi.it).
Tradition in the glass
Visits to the vineyard, vertical tastings of historic vintages, picnics: a summer full of events for La Scolca, the oldest winery in Gavi (takes its name from a town in the Apennines between Piedmont and Liguria) led by the new Cavaliere del Lavoro Chiara Soldati. Among the most representative wines, Gavi dei Gavi® La Scolca® Black labelgreat fresh and harmonious white (lascolca.net).
Prosecco, from aperitif to dessert
1) From the high hill of Valdobbiadene, Nadin Millesimato Dry by Foss Marai: soft, fruity, it is a Prosecco as an aperitif and at the end of a meal.
2) Viaventi Rosé Brut Millesimato 2020 Doc Treviso by Masottinafresh, round, in perfect balance between floral notes of rose and violet and hints of red fruits.
3) Harmonious, soft, ideal as an aperitif: Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore Extra Dry Millesimato Giustino B. di Ruggeridedicated to the founder Giustino Bisol.
4) Prosecco Rosé Doc di Ruffino, fruity aroma of wild strawberry and black currant, ideal
for the summer to combine with cold dishes and fried food.
5) Mineral, persistent, hints of tropical fruit, Montelvini’s Asolo Prosecco Superiore Docg Brut Millesimato FM333 2021, to accompany crudité of fish and seafood.
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