Message in a Bottle: Wine Stories from Italy
by Lisa Morales
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Not so long ago, tariffs were the only thing that seemed to be getting in between the winemaker and consumer. That threat is now miniscule compared to Italy’s battle with COVID-19. Sadly, over 30,000 Italians have died as a result of the pandemic and it’s only now that citizens can return to work and daily
100 Years of La Scolca: Looking Forward In Times of Uncertainty
by Lisa Morales
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Often when a company reaches its centennial, it places the focus on reminiscing over years gone by. Chiara Soldati does just the opposite. True to her brand’s name La Scolca, which means looking forward, she is doing just that. Since we first met in February, life has drastically changed. Because COVID-19 has brought Italy to
Italian Wines for Summer Sipping
by Lisa Morales
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No Need to Complicate Matters. Just Keep It, “Simply Italian.” If you’re a seasonal Italian wine lover, it’ll soon be time to switch bold wines like Barolo for lighter ones like Spumante. The time for summertime sips is near and the Simply Italian Wines Tour 2020 offered members of the trade and some lucky consumers
Rest Your Art Basel Weary Feet at These Miami Hotels
by Lisa Morales
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Did you know that Art Miami is Miami’s longest-running contemporary art fair? Hopefully you’ve made plans for Miami Art Week (December 2-8, 2019) because it is THE time to enjoy art at some of the 18 art fairs in Miami and Miami Beach. If you haven’t planned but still want to go, find a friend
Far From Isolated and Ordinary: Australian Wine Industry is Achieving Global Connectivity
by Lisa Morales
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Miami marked the middle of the Far From Ordinary Roadshow 2019 presented by Wine Australia. The event commenced in New York City on September 19 and concluded in San Francisco on October 3. I was delighted to attend this event through an invitation from good friend and mentor, Stefano Campanini, who is the founder of