MATTER OF TASTE ZURICH
2-3 March 2024
We are delighted to share with you our recent participation in a truly exceptional event, Matter of Taste 2024, held in Zurich on the weekend of March 2nd and 3rd. This event, which celebrates excellence in the world of wine, brought together some of the finest wineries from around the globe alongside a vibrant community of discerning palates.
At Matter of Taste, ARVI had the privilege of representing St. Géron, the water of choice for wine enthusiasts, as the official distributor and partner of MOT Zurich. Our team was actively engaged in various activities throughout the event, including participating in the highly anticipated RP 100 points masterclass hosted by esteemed wine critics William Kelley and Monica Larner.
Matter of Taste serves as a platform to foster a dynamic community where wine lovers, producers, and critics come together to explore and celebrate the world of fine wines through tastings, masterclasses, and food and wine pairings. We are proud to have been a part of this extraordinary experience and to have had the opportunity to engage with fellow enthusiasts and industry experts alike.
At Matter of Taste, ARVI had the privilege of representing St. Géron, the water of choice for wine enthusiasts, as the official distributor and partner of MOT Zurich. Our team was actively engaged in various activities throughout the event, including participating in the highly anticipated RP 100 points masterclass hosted by esteemed wine critics William Kelley and Monica Larner.
Matter of Taste serves as a platform to foster a dynamic community where wine lovers, producers, and critics come together to explore and celebrate the world of fine wines through tastings, masterclasses, and food and wine pairings. We are proud to have been a part of this extraordinary experience and to have had the opportunity to engage with fellow enthusiasts and industry experts alike.
THE UNIQUE SHOW SAINT MORITZ
Monday 4 March 2024
The Unique Show is an exclusive exhibition dedicated to high jewellery brands and designers, a pop-up event series perfect to discover the most prestigious Brands and Designers of High Jewellery, and luxury industry in general. The event aims to connect passionate and buyers with selected brands, designers and companies exhibiting.
Arvi was present as official sponsor and wine partner in St. Moritz on the 23rd, 24th and 25th February.
The wonderful and suggestive location at Grand Hotel Des Bains Kempinski was the perfect landscape for the vernissages and masterclass presented in collaboration. Arvi held three different masterclasses for interested clients, dedicated to Bordeaux, Burgundy and Italian wines.
Arvi was present as official sponsor and wine partner in St. Moritz on the 23rd, 24th and 25th February.
The wonderful and suggestive location at Grand Hotel Des Bains Kempinski was the perfect landscape for the vernissages and masterclass presented in collaboration. Arvi held three different masterclasses for interested clients, dedicated to Bordeaux, Burgundy and Italian wines.
ARVI CELEBRATES ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY
Friday 23 Februry 2024
ARVI will soon celebrate a significant milestone: twenty years. Twenty years of history, outstanding wines, commitment, passion, and accolades.
Founded in 2004 by Paolo Cattaneo, the company has evolved over the years into a globally active enterprise: 'Since its foundation, ARVI has always had strong values: innovation, passion, trust, and, today more than ever, sustainability. After 20 years since its founding, we can only be proud of what we have built. Such an anniversary deserves to be celebrated appropriately.'
For this reason, ARVI has decided to return to the connection between art and wine, which is the origin of its name, involving the renowned artist Andrea Ravo Mattoni. He was commissioned to create an imposing work of over twelve by four meters, assembled from the lids of no less than 300 wine crates. The motif painted by Ravo using the spray can technique was created with the help of new generative technologies of artificial intelligence, starting from a series of proposed keywords from the six prestigious Châteaux in Bordeaux and inspired by the values and guiding principles of each producer.
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, Château Lafite Rothschild, Château La Mission Haut-Brion, Château Léoville Las Cases, Château Palmer, and Château Troplong Mondot are the producers participating in this project, each providing 300 bottles directly from the reserves of their cellars (Ex-Château) with the vintage 2004, the founding year of ARVI. The six bottles form a special wine crate, whose lid was used for Ravo's work. Interested customers can purchase this unique and numbered crate to be part of this grand project.
The purchase of one of the 300 crates also enables participation in the exclusive celebration for the 20th anniversary on March 23, 2024, at the Kunsthaus Museum in Zurich, where the finished work will be unveiled for the first and only time in its entirety.
During the festivities, there will be an opportunity to taste various wines from the six Châteaux in the presence of the artist and producers and receive a print of the complete work signed by the artist.
Founded in 2004 by Paolo Cattaneo, the company has evolved over the years into a globally active enterprise: 'Since its foundation, ARVI has always had strong values: innovation, passion, trust, and, today more than ever, sustainability. After 20 years since its founding, we can only be proud of what we have built. Such an anniversary deserves to be celebrated appropriately.'
For this reason, ARVI has decided to return to the connection between art and wine, which is the origin of its name, involving the renowned artist Andrea Ravo Mattoni. He was commissioned to create an imposing work of over twelve by four meters, assembled from the lids of no less than 300 wine crates. The motif painted by Ravo using the spray can technique was created with the help of new generative technologies of artificial intelligence, starting from a series of proposed keywords from the six prestigious Châteaux in Bordeaux and inspired by the values and guiding principles of each producer.
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, Château Lafite Rothschild, Château La Mission Haut-Brion, Château Léoville Las Cases, Château Palmer, and Château Troplong Mondot are the producers participating in this project, each providing 300 bottles directly from the reserves of their cellars (Ex-Château) with the vintage 2004, the founding year of ARVI. The six bottles form a special wine crate, whose lid was used for Ravo's work. Interested customers can purchase this unique and numbered crate to be part of this grand project.
The purchase of one of the 300 crates also enables participation in the exclusive celebration for the 20th anniversary on March 23, 2024, at the Kunsthaus Museum in Zurich, where the finished work will be unveiled for the first and only time in its entirety.
During the festivities, there will be an opportunity to taste various wines from the six Châteaux in the presence of the artist and producers and receive a print of the complete work signed by the artist.
ARVI PRESENTS THREE VERTICAL TASTINGS DEDICATED TO GREAT WINES
Wednesday 21 Feb 2024
ARVI is pleased to announce three exclusive events on the occasion of its 20th corporate anniversary throughout 2024.
Three vertical tastings that will provide the opportunity to explore the evolution and complexity of some of the world's greatest wines. These events will be dedicated to a very limited number of participants: a unique experience for wine enthusiasts.
The first event, dedicated to the iconic wines of Screaming Eagle, will take place on Wednesday, February 28th. The event will be held in the elegant Tasting Room at the ARVI headquarters in Melano and will be accompanied by a specially crafted menu by Chef Dario Ranza of the Ciani Restaurant. Guiding the event will be Paolo Basso, a Swiss-Italian sommelier with extensive experience in the industry, an extraordinary career in the world of wine, and numerous awards for his work over the years, including the title of Best Sommelier in the World in 2013.
The second event will take place on Thursday, April 18th, and will be dedicated to Masseto, one of the most celebrated Italian wines globally. The location will be the picturesque Sign Eat&Drink restaurant in Wallisellen, and the menu will be specially crafted for the occasion by Chef Antonio Colaianni, the iconic Chef of the Ornellaia Restaurant in Zurich. Participants will taste the most prestigious vintages of this renowned wine guided by Masseto's Wine Maker and Cellar Master, Gaia Cinnirella.
The third event, scheduled for early December, will be dedicated to the wines of Mouton Rothschild. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the history and tradition behind one of the great names in the world of wine. For this third and final event in the series, ARVI will select an exceptional mountainous location for an exclusive experience.
"We are proud and excited to offer our customers and partners the opportunity to participate in these unique tastings and to create unforgettable memories together, especially in the year of our 20th anniversary." - Stated Paolo Cattaneo, President of ARVI.
Three vertical tastings that will provide the opportunity to explore the evolution and complexity of some of the world's greatest wines. These events will be dedicated to a very limited number of participants: a unique experience for wine enthusiasts.
The first event, dedicated to the iconic wines of Screaming Eagle, will take place on Wednesday, February 28th. The event will be held in the elegant Tasting Room at the ARVI headquarters in Melano and will be accompanied by a specially crafted menu by Chef Dario Ranza of the Ciani Restaurant. Guiding the event will be Paolo Basso, a Swiss-Italian sommelier with extensive experience in the industry, an extraordinary career in the world of wine, and numerous awards for his work over the years, including the title of Best Sommelier in the World in 2013.
The second event will take place on Thursday, April 18th, and will be dedicated to Masseto, one of the most celebrated Italian wines globally. The location will be the picturesque Sign Eat&Drink restaurant in Wallisellen, and the menu will be specially crafted for the occasion by Chef Antonio Colaianni, the iconic Chef of the Ornellaia Restaurant in Zurich. Participants will taste the most prestigious vintages of this renowned wine guided by Masseto's Wine Maker and Cellar Master, Gaia Cinnirella.
The third event, scheduled for early December, will be dedicated to the wines of Mouton Rothschild. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the history and tradition behind one of the great names in the world of wine. For this third and final event in the series, ARVI will select an exceptional mountainous location for an exclusive experience.
"We are proud and excited to offer our customers and partners the opportunity to participate in these unique tastings and to create unforgettable memories together, especially in the year of our 20th anniversary." - Stated Paolo Cattaneo, President of ARVI.
WINE TASTING POMEROL SÉDUCTION 11.5.2023
Thursday 11 May 2023
ARVI is honoured to have hosted in Artrust Gallery Zurich an exclusive wine tasting event in collaboration with Pomerol Séduction.
Eight Châteaux, a true snapshot of the mosaic of expressions that make up Pomerol. A team of ambassadors who are proudly representing one of the most admired appellations of Bordeaux: Château Beauregard, Château Clinet, Château Gazin, Château La Pointe, Château Mazeyres, Château Rouget, Château Vieux Maillet and Clos du Clocher.
Here below the wines that have been tasted by participants:
Eight Châteaux, a true snapshot of the mosaic of expressions that make up Pomerol. A team of ambassadors who are proudly representing one of the most admired appellations of Bordeaux: Château Beauregard, Château Clinet, Château Gazin, Château La Pointe, Château Mazeyres, Château Rouget, Château Vieux Maillet and Clos du Clocher.
Here below the wines that have been tasted by participants:
- Château Beauregard 2018 and 2019
- Château Clinet 2018 and 2019
- Château Gazin 2018 and 2019
- Château Mazeyres 2018 and 2019
- Château Rouget 2018 and 2019
- Château Vieux Maillet 2018 and 2019
- Clos du Clocher 2018 and 2019
MASTERCLASS CHÂTEAU MONTROSE 19.4.2023
Wednesday 19 April 2023
ARVI is honoured to have hosted on Wednesday 19th April 2023 an exclusive Masterclass led by Château Montrose.
The history of Montrose, written over two centuries by three families of owners, is repository of their spirit, marked by the quest for excellence and legendary vintages.
Pioneers of the Médoc, visionary builders and wise entrepreneurs, all these families have known how to work and enhance this unique terroir.
The estate owes to them the foundations on which Montrose today builds its image and its unique place in the world of exceptional wines.
The masterclass has been guided by da Romain Bellone, Sales Manager SCDM Domaines - Château Montrose.
Here below the wines that have been tasted by participants:
The history of Montrose, written over two centuries by three families of owners, is repository of their spirit, marked by the quest for excellence and legendary vintages.
Pioneers of the Médoc, visionary builders and wise entrepreneurs, all these families have known how to work and enhance this unique terroir.
The estate owes to them the foundations on which Montrose today builds its image and its unique place in the world of exceptional wines.
The masterclass has been guided by da Romain Bellone, Sales Manager SCDM Domaines - Château Montrose.
Here below the wines that have been tasted by participants:
- Château Tronquoy-Lalande Blanc 2018
- Tronquoy Lalande Rouge 2018
- La Dame de Montrose 2016
- Château Montrose 2015
- Château Montrose 2010
- Château Montrose 2009
SWEETZERLAND: IGINIO MASSARI IN SWITZERLAND
Thursday 30 March 2023
Yesterday Sweetzerland took place, where luxury pastry met prestigious wines and fine art.
This exclusive wine tasting event has been held in the evocative setting of Artrust Gallery in Zurich with the attendance of the renowned Master Pastry Chef Iginio Massari and four iconic producers of sweet wine: La Spinetta, Klein Constantia, Chateâu Rieussec and Quinta do Noval.
While tasting the Master’s delicacies and the sweet wines participants were surrounded by the works of art in the new Artrust exhibition venue that has recently opened in Zurich, in the heart of the city.
This exclusive wine tasting event has been held in the evocative setting of Artrust Gallery in Zurich with the attendance of the renowned Master Pastry Chef Iginio Massari and four iconic producers of sweet wine: La Spinetta, Klein Constantia, Chateâu Rieussec and Quinta do Noval.
While tasting the Master’s delicacies and the sweet wines participants were surrounded by the works of art in the new Artrust exhibition venue that has recently opened in Zurich, in the heart of the city.
MASTERCLASS SAINT-GÉRON: WATER FOR WINE LOVERS
Tuesday 14 March 2023
ARVI is honoured to have hosted Tuesday 14th March 2023 an interesting Masterclass led by Saint-Géron.
Coming from the pristine area of Auvergne, France, the spring of Saint-Géron represents vitality drawn from the heart of the earth. Far from sources of pollution, the spring benefits from a natural and constant movement of water.
The resulting, naturally effervescent water, is one of the finest in France. It is thanks to the spring’s unique geological terroir, that Saint-Géron is exceptionally pure and full of rich minerals and elements.
Coming from the pristine area of Auvergne, France, the spring of Saint-Géron represents vitality drawn from the heart of the earth. Far from sources of pollution, the spring benefits from a natural and constant movement of water.
The resulting, naturally effervescent water, is one of the finest in France. It is thanks to the spring’s unique geological terroir, that Saint-Géron is exceptionally pure and full of rich minerals and elements.
CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 2020 USCITA
Mercoledì 1 marzo 2023
ARVI is honoured to have been chosen by Chateau d’Yquem for the release in exclusive preview of the 2020 vintage.
To celebrate this special release ARVI has organized a private lunch with its best sommeliers of Swiss Hotellerie
The exclusive event took place Wednesday 1st March 2023 at Widder Hotel in Zurich with the presence of Pierre Lurton, President Château d'Yquem, as special guest. Mr. Lurton has presented the new vintage, and the menu has been tasted with the following wines:
Château d'Yquem 2020
Yquem 2016
Château d'Yquem 2015
Château d'Yquem 2005
Château d'Yquem 1990
Château d'Yquem 1971
To celebrate this special release ARVI has organized a private lunch with its best sommeliers of Swiss Hotellerie
The exclusive event took place Wednesday 1st March 2023 at Widder Hotel in Zurich with the presence of Pierre Lurton, President Château d'Yquem, as special guest. Mr. Lurton has presented the new vintage, and the menu has been tasted with the following wines:
Château d'Yquem 2020
Yquem 2016
Château d'Yquem 2015
Château d'Yquem 2005
Château d'Yquem 1990
Château d'Yquem 1971
NEW RELEASE: BIBI GRAETZ BALOCCHI DI COLORE 2020
Tuesday, 28 February 2023
20 years of the legendary Colore inspired Bibi Graetz to create three special wines representing the DNA of Colore and its marvellous heritage.
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On 28th February 2023 ARVI took part to the exclusive online global preview tasting of Bibi Graetz’s BALOCCHI DI COLORE. More than 20 different countries were connected at the same time and Bibi Graetz in person has guided all of us and our guests through the tasting, discovering the hidden gems that combined create Colore.
“Colore is my first love – a wine that truly ignited my passion for old vines and their propensity to grow worldclass grapes. The climate in 2020 was warmer than usual and gave us a powerful, complex vintage. The combination of our old vines, high-altitude sites, and their exposure created a magical effect. A wine with a perfect balance and lively tension, in which the character of the vintage dances harmoniously with the elegance of our Sangiovese. We came full circle in 2020, and I genuinely think we made the best Colore we’ve ever made”
“Balocchi” in Italian means toys, given to children to play with. Bibi Graetz is excited to present for the first time his Balocchi di Colore: three special wines made with autochthonous varieties of Canaiolo, Colorino and Sangiovese that were carefully selected from the oldest parcels of the historical Vincigliata and Olmo vineyard, the new treasure in the Bibi Graetz vines collection. These three parcels reveal the DNA of the estate’s icon wine, Colore, and provide insight into its heart and heritage.
Balocchi di Colore N°1 – is a 100% Sangiovese from the Vincigliata vineyard. The parcel where Balocchi di Colore N°1 comes from is the first one in Bibi Graetz collection.
Balocchi di Colore N°3 – is a 100% Colorino from the Vincigliata vineyard. The parcel where Balocchi di Colore N°3 comes from is the third one in Bibi Graetz collection.
Balocchi di Colore N°8– is a 100% Canaiolo from the Olmo vineyard. The parcel where Balocchi di Colore N°8 comes from is the eighth one in Bibi Graetz collection. - Bibi Graetz
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On 28th February 2023 ARVI took part to the exclusive online global preview tasting of Bibi Graetz’s BALOCCHI DI COLORE. More than 20 different countries were connected at the same time and Bibi Graetz in person has guided all of us and our guests through the tasting, discovering the hidden gems that combined create Colore.
“Colore is my first love – a wine that truly ignited my passion for old vines and their propensity to grow worldclass grapes. The climate in 2020 was warmer than usual and gave us a powerful, complex vintage. The combination of our old vines, high-altitude sites, and their exposure created a magical effect. A wine with a perfect balance and lively tension, in which the character of the vintage dances harmoniously with the elegance of our Sangiovese. We came full circle in 2020, and I genuinely think we made the best Colore we’ve ever made”
“Balocchi” in Italian means toys, given to children to play with. Bibi Graetz is excited to present for the first time his Balocchi di Colore: three special wines made with autochthonous varieties of Canaiolo, Colorino and Sangiovese that were carefully selected from the oldest parcels of the historical Vincigliata and Olmo vineyard, the new treasure in the Bibi Graetz vines collection. These three parcels reveal the DNA of the estate’s icon wine, Colore, and provide insight into its heart and heritage.
Balocchi di Colore N°1 – is a 100% Sangiovese from the Vincigliata vineyard. The parcel where Balocchi di Colore N°1 comes from is the first one in Bibi Graetz collection.
Balocchi di Colore N°3 – is a 100% Colorino from the Vincigliata vineyard. The parcel where Balocchi di Colore N°3 comes from is the third one in Bibi Graetz collection.
Balocchi di Colore N°8– is a 100% Canaiolo from the Olmo vineyard. The parcel where Balocchi di Colore N°8 comes from is the eighth one in Bibi Graetz collection. - Bibi Graetz