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Day 1 of the actual Wine Media Conference! We bega

Day 1 of the actual Wine Media Conference!
We began with a walk by the lake, (and a pair of new shoes!)
Then it was on to the conference with a session on Consorzio del Sannio DOP with Laura Donadoni, followed by a session with Le Donne del Vino: women of wine and their stories with Christina Scarpellini of Tenuta Scerscé of Valtelina and the wonderful Francesca Pagnoncelli of Cantina Pagnoncelli Folcieri of Moscato di Scanzo!
Michael tasted and filmed while I typed away with notes. (You will notice the headset for translation)
Our last session on this 1/2 day was about independent winemakers! The panel included Davide Lazzari of Lazzari in Capriano del Colle, Alessio Brandolini of Azienda Agricola Brandolini in Oltrepò Pavese and Paolo Pasini who we met yesterday at Pasini San Giovanni!
We wrapped the day up with a reception by Garda DOC & Piave DOP. With a range of delicious foods including some I would classify as "Tempting Spoonfuls!"
A last look at the beautiful Lake Garda and we are calling it an early night.
I managed to do my annual voice loss day (at least I don't have to call a show!) Hopefully a bit of extra rest will see it return tomorrow! I have so many people I want to catch up with!
Here is to an amazing start to the 2022 Wine Media Conference! Thank you Allan and Sarah!
#WMC22
#wineanditaly
#lombardia
#desenzanodelgarda

How do I express the exquisite beauty of this day

How do I express the exquisite beauty of this day in just a few photos?
We spent the day exploring and learning about Valtenèsi DOC on the western and southern shores of Lake Garda. Wait, have you not heard of Valtenesi? There is so much to know, but let us focus on one thing. Valtenesi means high quality rosé. When you think of rosé you should immediately think of Valtenesi and Provençe.
The rosés are so expressive!
This was a glorious day with beautiful art and gardens, wonderful people, delicious foods and amazing wines.
Don't worry you will hear more soon!
@consorziovaltenesi
#valtenesirosé
@fondazione_vittoriale
@lechiusure
@pasinisangiovanni
@costaripa
@camaiol
@cobue_cantina_wineresort
#winemediaconference
#zephyrtours
@zephyr_wine
#Lombardi
#LakeGarda
#WMC22

Last night Valcalepio DOC welcomed us at the Villa

Last night Valcalepio DOC welcomed us at the Villa Redona with Medalago Albani winery. This was a beautiful location for wine and a "light snacks" LOL! So much delicious food!
@consorziotutelavalcalepio
@medolagoalbani_wine
#WMC22
#winemediaconference
#beautifullombardia

This region, the people, the wine! I cannot wait

This region, the people, the wine! I cannot wait to tell you more about the Moscato di Scanzo DOCG. @consorziomoscatodiscanzo

Unretouched photos of St. Moritz Switzerland where

Unretouched photos of St. Moritz Switzerland where we took the Bernina Express back to Tirano. Sometimes scenery is almost too beautiful.

Dinner at Nabucco in Brera. Tortino di melanzane

Dinner at Nabucco in Brera.
Tortino di melanzane al basilico,
bufala affumicata e datterino giallo
Aubergine pie with basil, smoked buffalo
and yellow datterino tomatoes
Lasagnetta con porri brasati, pesto di basilico e fiori di zucchina
Lasagna with braised leeks, basil pesto and courgette flowers
Fragoline di bosco con crema pasticcera
e crumble di frutta secca
Wild strawberries with custard and dried fruit crumble
Deliciouso!
#WMC22
#Milano
@nabuccomilano

Lunch on the Naviglio Grande at Pinch Spirits & Ki

Lunch on the Naviglio Grande at Pinch Spirits & Kitchen.
Nebbiolo and steak tartar...

We spent the afternoon at the market in Navigli.

We spent the afternoon at the market in Navigli. Antiques, furniture etc...in stalls lining the canals.
#Milano
#navigliogrande
#WMC22

This morning we had the opportunity to speak with

This morning we had the opportunity to speak with Francesca of @vigna_petrussa . She works with her mother Hilde on their vineyards and winery in Fruili near the Slovenian border. Her mother was the President of the Associazione Produtorri Schiopettino di Prepotto DOC. This is the region where the soils and climate allow Schiopettino to express itself fully.
This woman run winery has sustainability built into their history. It is simply the way that they have always farmed and respected the land.
If you are attending #WMC22 at Lake Garda you will be able to hear her story at the Saturday morning Panel discussion the Gwendolyn Alley is leading!
#SchipettinodePrepotto
#VignaPetrussa
#WMC22
@art_predator
#storiesbehindthewine
@discoverwinecgc

Milan for Fashion Week! Okay, it wasn't on purpos

Milan for Fashion Week!
Okay, it wasn't on purpose, but we are here and it's happening and it's a fun time to see amazing fashion on the streets of downtown Milan!
#milanfashionweek
#wmc22

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Day 1 of the actual Wine Media Conference! We bega

Day 1 of the actual Wine Media Conference!
We began with a walk by the lake, (and a pair of new shoes!)
Then it was on to the conference with a session on Consorzio del Sannio DOP with Laura Donadoni, followed by a session with Le Donne del Vino: women of wine and their stories with Christina Scarpellini of Tenuta Scerscé of Valtelina and the wonderful Francesca Pagnoncelli of Cantina Pagnoncelli Folcieri of Moscato di Scanzo!
Michael tasted and filmed while I typed away with notes. (You will notice the headset for translation)
Our last session on this 1/2 day was about independent winemakers! The panel included Davide Lazzari of Lazzari in Capriano del Colle, Alessio Brandolini of Azienda Agricola Brandolini in Oltrepò Pavese and Paolo Pasini who we met yesterday at Pasini San Giovanni!
We wrapped the day up with a reception by Garda DOC & Piave DOP. With a range of delicious foods including some I would classify as "Tempting Spoonfuls!"
A last look at the beautiful Lake Garda and we are calling it an early night.
I managed to do my annual voice loss day (at least I don't have to call a show!) Hopefully a bit of extra rest will see it return tomorrow! I have so many people I want to catch up with!
Here is to an amazing start to the 2022 Wine Media Conference! Thank you Allan and Sarah!
#WMC22
#wineanditaly
#lombardia
#desenzanodelgarda

How do I express the exquisite beauty of this day

How do I express the exquisite beauty of this day in just a few photos?
We spent the day exploring and learning about Valtenèsi DOC on the western and southern shores of Lake Garda. Wait, have you not heard of Valtenesi? There is so much to know, but let us focus on one thing. Valtenesi means high quality rosé. When you think of rosé you should immediately think of Valtenesi and Provençe.
The rosés are so expressive!
This was a glorious day with beautiful art and gardens, wonderful people, delicious foods and amazing wines.
Don't worry you will hear more soon!
@consorziovaltenesi
#valtenesirosé
@fondazione_vittoriale
@lechiusure
@pasinisangiovanni
@costaripa
@camaiol
@cobue_cantina_wineresort
#winemediaconference
#zephyrtours
@zephyr_wine
#Lombardi
#LakeGarda
#WMC22

Last night Valcalepio DOC welcomed us at the Villa

Last night Valcalepio DOC welcomed us at the Villa Redona with Medalago Albani winery. This was a beautiful location for wine and a "light snacks" LOL! So much delicious food!
@consorziotutelavalcalepio
@medolagoalbani_wine
#WMC22
#winemediaconference
#beautifullombardia

This region, the people, the wine! I cannot wait

This region, the people, the wine! I cannot wait to tell you more about the Moscato di Scanzo DOCG. @consorziomoscatodiscanzo

Unretouched photos of St. Moritz Switzerland where

Unretouched photos of St. Moritz Switzerland where we took the Bernina Express back to Tirano. Sometimes scenery is almost too beautiful.

Dinner at Nabucco in Brera. Tortino di melanzane

Dinner at Nabucco in Brera.
Tortino di melanzane al basilico,
bufala affumicata e datterino giallo
Aubergine pie with basil, smoked buffalo
and yellow datterino tomatoes
Lasagnetta con porri brasati, pesto di basilico e fiori di zucchina
Lasagna with braised leeks, basil pesto and courgette flowers
Fragoline di bosco con crema pasticcera
e crumble di frutta secca
Wild strawberries with custard and dried fruit crumble
Deliciouso!
#WMC22
#Milano
@nabuccomilano

Lunch on the Naviglio Grande at Pinch Spirits & Ki

Lunch on the Naviglio Grande at Pinch Spirits & Kitchen.
Nebbiolo and steak tartar...

We spent the afternoon at the market in Navigli.

We spent the afternoon at the market in Navigli. Antiques, furniture etc...in stalls lining the canals.
#Milano
#navigliogrande
#WMC22

This morning we had the opportunity to speak with

This morning we had the opportunity to speak with Francesca of @vigna_petrussa . She works with her mother Hilde on their vineyards and winery in Fruili near the Slovenian border. Her mother was the President of the Associazione Produtorri Schiopettino di Prepotto DOC. This is the region where the soils and climate allow Schiopettino to express itself fully.
This woman run winery has sustainability built into their history. It is simply the way that they have always farmed and respected the land.
If you are attending #WMC22 at Lake Garda you will be able to hear her story at the Saturday morning Panel discussion the Gwendolyn Alley is leading!
#SchipettinodePrepotto
#VignaPetrussa
#WMC22
@art_predator
#storiesbehindthewine
@discoverwinecgc

Milan for Fashion Week! Okay, it wasn't on purpos

Milan for Fashion Week!
Okay, it wasn't on purpose, but we are here and it's happening and it's a fun time to see amazing fashion on the streets of downtown Milan!
#milanfashionweek
#wmc22

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