Last night, we had the pleasure of hosting an exquisite dinner in collaboration with Viñedo Chadwick at Restaurant Aklin in Zug. The evening was graced by the presence of two distinguished guests: Eduardo Chadwick, the visionary founder of Viñedo Chadwick, and Thomas Beaucousin, the Commercial Director EMEA of Seña & Viñedo Chadwick.
Their presence added a special touch to the event, making it an unforgettable experience for all attendees. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for this memorable occasion.
WINE LIST
Viñedo Chadwick 2020
Viñedo Chadwick 2017
Viñedo Chadwick 2015
Viñedo Chadwick 2012
Viñedo Chadwick 2010
Exclusive vertical tasting Screaming Eagle
Wednesday, 28 February 2024
An unforgettable vertical tasting dedicated to the iconic wines of Screaming Eagle.
The event took place in the elegant Tasting Room at the ARVI headquarters in Melano. Leading the event was 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 of the World in 2013.
Participants tasted 15 vintages of Screaming Eagle, accompanied by a specially curated menu by Chef Dario Ranza of Restaurant Ciani.
Wine&Dine: Domaine de La Chapelle & Château La Lagune
Wednesday, 7 February 2024
An unforgettable evening of fine wines and culinary excellence at Hotel des Balances in the heart of Luzern.
Participants had the opportunity to taste different vintages from Domaine de La Chapelle and Château La Lagune, renowned for their unparalleled quality and craftsmanship. From the elegant reds to the crisp whites, each wine tells a story of terroir, tradition, and passion.
The esteemed producers from Château La Lagune and Domaine de La Chapelle, along with our knowledgeable sommeliers, attended the event to personally guide participants through an immersive wine experience.
WINE LIST
Chevalier of Sterimberg 2021
Château La Lagune 2015
Château La Lagune 2012
La Chapelle - Hermitage 2011
La Chapelle - Hermitage 2006
Château La Lagune 1981
Wine tasting experience with Pessac-Léognan: the true taste of Bordeaux
Wednesday, 24 January & Thursday, 25 January 2024
Arvi’s first events of the year, an absolute premiere in Switzerland.Two exclusive wine tasting experiences at the discovery of one of Bordeaux most iconic appellations: Pessac-Léognan
29 Châteaux and their producers attended the events in person to present their wines, carefully selected to offer a complete overview of the appellation. Pessac-Léognan has become one of the world's leading wine tourism destinations, thanks to the history of its Châteaux, its heritage, its terroir and its great red and white wines.
The 24th January we hosted a private client dinner experience at The Dolder Grand in Zurich, with 51 wines in degustation accompanied by a carefully crafted menu designed to complement the nuances of these exceptional wines.
The following day, we extended the experience to a select group of professional sommeliers and esteemed members of the press. The focus shifted to a more educational format, allowing participants to delve deeper into the terroir and craftsmanship that define Pessac-Léognan wines.
These two events stand as testaments to our commitment to providing exceptional experiences that go beyond the bottle.
Explore Italy 2023
Saturday, 25 November 2023
Last Saturday 25 November 2023, the fourth edition of Explore Italy, the exclusive tasting event to discover the most iconic Italian wine regions - Piedmont, Veneto, Trentino, Tuscany, Marche, Abruzzo, Campania and Sicily - was held at our Arvi headquarters in Melano.
The event was memorable: more than thirty producers present, more than 100 labels tasted, 306 total participants over the course of the day, and an exciting atmosphere.
Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux – tasting vintage 2021
Monday, 6 November 2023
We are honoured to have participated exclusively as a partner in the event organised by Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux to present the 2021 vintage.
The participants tasted more than 100 wines from the different Châteaux of Bordeaux, including Châteaux Léoville Barton, Châteaux Pichon Lalande, Châteaux Lynch-Bages, Châteaux Larcis Ducasse and Châteaux Pape Clément.
Wine & Dine: discovering Uccelliera
Tuesday, 16 May 2023, 7:00 p.m.
ARVI is pleased to present the next event in collaboration with Uccelliera: historic Montalcino winery located on the hillside of Castelnuovo dell'Abate. Language: Italian Maximum number of attendees: 25
WINES
TASTED WINES:
Rosso di Montalcino 2020
Rosso di Montalcino 2019
Brunello di Montalcino 2018
Brunello di Montalcino 2017
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2012
Costabate 2016 (formato magnum)
Wine & Dine: discovering Pomerol Séduction
Wednesday, 10 May 2023, 7:30 p.m.
ARVI is pleased to present the next event in collaboration with Pomerol Séduction: a team of ambassadors who are proudly representing one of the most admired appellations of Bordeaux. Language: English, French Maximum number of attendees:25
WINES
TASTED WINES:
Château Rouget 2016
Château Beauregard 2015
Château La Pointe 2016
Château Mazeyres 2016
Château Clinet 2012
Château Vieux Maillet 2018
Château Gazin 2010
Clos du Clocher 2011
Wine & Dine: discovering Château Montrose
Wednesday 19 April 2023 7:30 p.m.
ARVI is pleased to present the next event in collaboration with Château Montrose to discover the most representative labels of the producer. Romain Bellone, Sales Manager SCDM Domaines will be present at the evening to lead you through this tasting perfectly combined with the 4 courses of the menu specially designed to be paired with the selection of wines. Language: English, French Maximum number of attendees:25
WINES
TASTED WINES:
Château Tronquoy-Lalande Blanc 2018
Tronquoy Lalande Rouge 2018
La Dame de Montrose 2016
Château Montrose 2015
Château Montrose 2010
Château Montrose Ex-Château Magnum 2006
Wine & Dine: discovering Seña Wines
Wednesday 12 April 2023 7 p.m.
ARVI is pleased to present the next event in collaboration with Seña Wines to discover the most representative labels of the producer. Thomas Beaucousin, Commercial Director EMEA Seña e Viñedo Chadwick will be present at the evening to lead you through this tasting perfectly combined with the 4 courses of the menu specially designed to be paired with the selection of wines. Language: English Maximum number of attendees:20
WINES
TASTED WINES:
Seña 2020
Seña 2017
Seña 2012
Seña 2011
Seña 2009
Sweetzerland: Iginio Massari in Switzerland
Thursday 30 March 2023
Luxury pastry meets prestigious wines and fine art. An exclusive event with the attendance of the renowned Master Pastry Chef Iginio Massari, on 30 March 2023 at Artrust Gallery in Zurich, Bärengasse 16, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Master will be accompanied by the presence of four iconic producers of sweet wines, which will further enhance Iginio Massari's delicacies. Language: English, German
PRODUCERS
PRODUCERS:
La Spinetta
Klein consantia
Château Rieussec
Quinta do Noval
Wine & Dine: discovering LE DÔME in Geneva
Friday 24 March 2023, 6.30 p.m.
ARVI is pleased to present the next event in collaboration with LE DÔME to discover the most representative labels of the producer. Jonathan Maltus, English vigneron and Winemaker Château LE DÔME and Vanessa Tomaselli, Export Sales Manager LE DÔMEwill be present at the evening to lead you through this tasting perfectly combined with the 4 courses of the menu specially designed to be paired with the selection of wines. Language: English, French Maximum number of attendees:15
WINES
TASTED WINES:
Le Nardian 2020
LE DÔME 2018
LE DÔME 2016
Vieux Château Mazerat 2018
Vieux Château Mazerat 2016
And a sweet wine as final surprise as well as a special LE DÔME vintage
Wine & Dine: discovering LE DÔME in Ticino
Wednesday 22 March 2023, 7 p.m.
ARVI is pleased to present the next event in collaboration with LE DÔME to discover the most representative labels of the producer.Vanessa Tomaselli, Export Sales Manager LE DÔME, will be present at the evening to lead you through this tasting perfectly combined with the 4 courses of the menu specially designed to be paired with the selection of wines. Language: English, French Maximum number of attendees: 20
WINES
TASTED WINES:
Le Nardian 2020
LE DÔME 2018
LE DÔME 2011
Vieux Château Mazerat 2018
Vieux Château Mazerat 2015
And a sweet wine as final surprise
Wine & Dine: discovering Bibi Graetz
Thursday, January 26th 2023, 7 pm
ARVI is pleased to present the next event in collaboration with Bibi Graetz to discover the most representative labels of the producer. Ludovica Mazzanti will be present at the evening to lead you through this tasting perfectly combined with the 4 courses of the menu specially designed to be paired with the selection of wines. Language: Italian Maximum number of attendees: 20
WINES
TASTED WINES:
Testamatta Bianco 2021
Colore Bianco 2021
Testamatta 2020
Colore 2020
Testamatta 2015
Colore 2015
Bollamatta NV
EXPLORE ITALY TASTING
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26th 2022
ARVI SA is pleased to introduce you to the third edition of this extraordinary wine tasting experience that will make you travel through the most iconic Italian winemaking regions. You will meet more than 30 winemakers and taste 100+ labels presented personally by the different wine producers themselves. Our sales team and sommelier are at your complete disposal throughout the day, in order to make this experience even more unforgettable.You will also have the chance to purchase the products that have excited you the most during the tasting at a more favourable price. The experience will be split into three sessions. Choose the best time for you:
WINE TASTING: Sandrone Luciano - Experience, reasoning and heart
THURSDAY, MAY 5th, 2022 19.00–22.00
ARVI is pleased to present the next event in collaboration with Sandrone Luciano to discover the most representative labels and expression of the Piedmont territory. Barbara Sandrone in person will be present at the evening to lead you through this tasting journey perfectly paired with the 4 courses of the menu specially designed to be paired with the selection of Barolo in store for the evening. Language: Italian Maximum number of attendees: 20
WINES
TASTED WINES:
Complementary bubble - Champagne Barons de Rothschild
Barolo Le Vigne - Sandrone Luciano Azienda Agricola - 2012
Barolo Le Vigne - Sandrone Luciano Azienda Agricola – 2014
Barolo Le Vigne - Sandrone Luciano Azienda Agricola – 2018
Barolo Vite Talin - Sandrone Luciano Azienda Agricola - 2014
Barolo Vite Talin - Sandrone Luciano Azienda Agricola - 2015
Barolo Vite Talin - Sandrone Luciano Azienda Agricola - 2016
PRODUCER
Sandrone Luciano
PRODUCER DESCRIPTION
WINE TASTING: Tenuta Luce - Tuscany in a unique light
THURSDAY, MAY 5th, 2022 19.00–22.00
Speaker: Peter Fergusson – Global Sales Director of Tenuta Luce Location: Ristorante Arté Al Lago, Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola - Lugano Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 20
WINES
TASTED WINES:
75cl Gorgona Bianco, Frescobaldi, 2020
150cl Lucente, Tenuta Luce, 2019
150cl Luce, Tenuta Luce, 2008
150cl Luce, Tenuta Luce 2013
150cl Luce Brunello, Tenuta Luce 2012
50cl Grappa di Luce, Tenuta Luce
PRODUCER
Tenuta Luce
Tenuta Luce is a joint venture between two of the leading figures in the wine world, Vittorio Frescobaldi and Robert Mondavi, that started in the early 1990s. The union was built out of their shared goal to offer the world a truly impassioned, unique wine from Montalcino – while encompassing both of their personal traditions. Following due course, twenty years ago, thanks to their sons and winemakers, Lamberto and Tim, their thrilling blend of Sangiovese and Merlot, Luce was born. The estate comprises of 192-hectares, with 77 devoted to vineyards. These plots producing their flagship, Luce, and more recently their second wine, Lucente. Five hectares of the vineyard are registered as Brunello di Montalcino DOCG and these are devoted to the creation of their territorial expressive Luce Brunello.
WINE TASTING: Château Pichon Baron & Quinta do Noval
THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 2022 19.00–22.00
Speakers: Xavier Sanchez – Commercial & Marketing Director Axa Millésimes David Betti – Commercial Director Quinta do Noval Location: Casa Aurelio Zurich Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 20
WINES
TASTED WINES:
150cl Griffons de Pichon Baron, Château Pichon Baron 2015
150cl Château Pichon Baron 2015
150cl Château Pichon Baron 2009
150cl 150cl Château Pichon Baron 2000
150cl 150cl Château Pichon Baron 1957
75cl Porto Vintage Quinta do Noval 2000
75cl Porto Colheita Quinta do Noval 2000
75cl Porto Nacional Quinta do Noval 1997
PRODUCER
Château Pichon Baron
The estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siècle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. In 1987 the estate was bought by AXA Millésimes, whose aim is to enable great wines from vineyards with a glorious past to achieve their full potential. An architectural competition was launched in collaboration with the Paris Pompidou Centre to provide the estate with new operational buildings. The comprehensive reconstruction of the fermenting room and cellar, and renovation of the château, began in 1988. Quinta do Noval The name of Quinta do Noval first appeared in land registries in 1715. The history of Quinta do Noval is marked by the action of visionaries: António José da Silva, a port shipper from Porto, acquired Quinta do Noval in 1894, after its devastation by phylloxera. He restored the property by replanting the vines. Since 1993, Quinta do Noval is part of the international viticultural group of AXA Millésimes. A new bottling line and warehouse was completed in 1997 in Alijo, near Pinhão. This project made Quinta do Noval the first of the traditional Port shippers to centralise all its activities in the Douro Valley .
WINE TASTING HOME EXPERIENCE: ColleMassari - A Terroir of Excellence
THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2022 19.00–20.00 - LIVE STREAMING
Speakers: Luca Marrone - Oenologue Tracey Dobbin - Master of Wine Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 30
50cl Extra Virgin Olive Oil (special gift from Colle Massari )
PRODUCER
The Domaine ColleMassari
The ColleMassari Domaine comprises today four estates: from 1998 Castello di Colle Massari, Grattamacco since 2002, the Poggio di Sotto Estate since 2011 and San Giorgio since 2017. Grattamacco was founded at the end of the 70’s in the DOC area of Bolgheri where the growing of Cabernet Sauvignon in this particular region gained great popularity.The first vintage produced was 1982 as a result of blending Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Sangiovese. Poggio di Sotto, established at the end of the 80’s and situated in the territory of Montalcino, first DOCG in Italy, and home of the famous Brunello.The first vintage produced was the 1991 harvest and within a short time the winery distinguished itself for its wines of great elegance and complexity. Castello ColleMassari was founded in 1998 and is part of the Montecucco DOC area in Upper Maremma, a territory which is ideal for the growing of Sangiovese, and situated between the DOCG areas of Brunello di Montalcino and Morellino di Scansano.The first vintage produced was 2000.
WINE TASTING HOME EXPERIENCE: Château Ducru-Beaucaillou - 300th anniversary
WEDNESDAY 26 JANUARY 2022 18.00-19.00 - LIVE STREAMING
Speakers: Bruno Eugène Borie - CEO Château Ducru-Beaucaillou Tracey Dobbin - Master of Wine Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 100
WINES
TASTED WINES:
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou
1982
1985
1995
2006
2017
2018
PRODUCER
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou
Its families were never short of praise for it. Over the decades, this devotion has managed to overcome all that is accidental or fleeting, as if passion perfected Nature’s opus. Château Ducru-Beaucaillou owes its name to its “beautiful pebbles” (“beaux Cailloux”, in French) that geologists refer to less romanti- cally as Gunzian gravel. These quartz pebbles were deposited by the ancient Garonne at the beginning of the early Quaternary period, some two million years ago. It suffices to take a walk through the vineyards to make rich lithological finds. Lydian jasper from the Pyrenees, flint, quartz, agatoids... These Gunzian gravels make for soils that are poor in plant nutrients. But it is their very agrological paucity that guarantees the qualitative excellence of the wines. A choice of nature. The other privilege enjoyed by Ducru-Beau- caillou is its proximity to the vast Gironde River estuary (some 635 km2). The four daily tides that stir up this massive body of water mitigate the rigors of winter, moderate the summer heatwaves, and deflect the devastating trajectory of hailstorms. No less than 50 manual interventions contribute to the crafting of Ducru-Beaucaillou “grand vin”. This united, multicultural team shares a common philosophy: to push the demands of their profession to the limits. Great wine is an accumulation of care and attention to detail. The viticulture is wilfully elitist and respectful, from the technical winegrowing process to the reconstitution of the soils, from the traditional Médoc-style pruning to the meticulous green harvesting and the staggered replanting of each vineyard blocks. Selection of the grapes is ever more stringent, vinification is adapted to the specific identity of each plot. All of these efforts contribute to the extraordinary purity of the blends that subsequently undergo slow aging in 100% new French oak barrels for 18 months. Not to mention the unending listening, questioning, reflecting. The result is in the glass. The allure is immediate. A soft, fruity attack on the palate, a voluptuousness underscored by perfectly integrated, silky tannins that culminate in an exceptionally lengthy finish. The aromas dance, flatter the nose, seduce the soul and penetrate the memory. A muse that arrives on tiptoe and leave a lasting, infinite souvenir.
Explore Italy 2021 - Discovering the best italian producers
SAMEDI 27 NOVEMBRE 2021 10H00-17H30
Location: Arvi's Headquarters in Melano Language: Italian/English Maximum number of attendees: 300
PRODUCER
Over 25 among the most famous Italian producers, such as:
CHIARA BOSCHIS
ELIO GRASSO
LUCIANO SANDRONE
BIBI GRAETZ
CASANOVA DI NERI
PODERE GIODO
TENUTA TRINORO
BARONE RICASOLI
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WINE TASTING HOME EXPERIENCE: Domaine La Barroche - People, Terroir and Passion
THURSDAY 25 NOVEMBRE 2021 19.00-20.00 - LIVE STREAMING
Speaker: Laetitia Barrot – Owner and Winemaker Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 30
WINES
TASTED WINES:
75cl Châteauneuf du Pape Signature Julien Barrot 2019
75cl Châteauneuf du Pape Signature Julien Barrot 2018
75cl Châteauneuf du Pape Signature Julien Barrot 2017
75cl Châteauneuf du Pape Signature Julien Barrot 2016
PRODUCER
Domaine La Barroche
When it comes to high-level people on the wine scene, brothers Julien and Laetitia Barrot can’t miss the list. The roots of the Domaine Barroche date back to the year 1703, but only once the Barrot brothers took over the management in 2002 the company started to grow rapidly. A relatively short time to establish itself among the best in the world; A family-run business that boasts a winemaking tradition with few equals within an important area of France such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Domaine La Barroche is now considered one of Châteauneuf-du- Pape’s flagship businesses. Despite numerous flattering ratings, the wines remained at a very fair price level. Their flagship wine “Pure”, which is often recognize for its quality, also falls in the mid-price range for these wines. Due to the limited surface area and the very low yield of the old vines, the wines are in great demand and therefore rare. The vines grow on arid and stony soils, and some are 120 years old. The oldest Grenache vineyard, from which the grapes for “Pure” come, produces only 13 hectolitres per hectare. The reputation of the winery was built in just a few years, being today recognized by the press and international critics as one of the absolute excellences of Châteauneuf. Eleven hectares of vines, all sapling, most of them made up of centuries-old plants on sandy and gravelly soils, beaten by the notorious and very strong Mistral Wind of the region. Wines of great elegance, structure and minerality, with formidable aging potential. The production is carried out following the most traditional methods, applying maniacal attention both in the vineyard (selecting the grapes on the belt already in the vineyard) and in the cellar (vinifying by vine in separate barrels and carrying out the assembly only after long refinements and studies). Organic viticulture, mass selection and refilling of the barrels following evaporation, according to the traditional recipe. The power of La Barroche products represents a benchmark of elegance to produce this special appellation.
WINE TASTING HOME EXPERIENCE: Château de La Tour - A Family Story
FRIDAY 25 JUNE 2021 19.00-20.00 - LIVE STREAMING
Speaker: Edouard Labet, General Manager Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 30
WINES
TASTED WINES:
75cl Meursault Les Tillets 2016
75cl Gevrey Chambertin Vieilles Vignes 2016
75cl Clos Vougeot 2016
PRODUCER
Chateau de la Tour
Chateau de la Tour is closely related to the history of Burgundy. The Labet-Dechelette keeps ancient traditions, passed on from father to son since generations. François Labet leads Domaine Pierre Labet and Château de La Tour, a wonderful estate managed nowadays by Edouard, the latest generation of the Labet Family. The Estate always had a high qualitative policy and, in the 90’s, they introduced organic techniques and low yields. They worked on their own selection of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay varieties, without using clones. Since 1890, Château de la Tour has been dominating the famous Clos de Vougeot. A precious and unique vineyard of Cote de Nuits, founded during the 12th century by the monks of Citeaux abbey. 50 hectares split into 80 owners like Musigny, Romanee and Chambertin. The Château is the biggest owner of Clos de Vougeot and is the only estate that can produce within the Clos, like the monks did in the past.
WINE TASTING HOME EXPERIENCE: Vini Franchetti - From the Tuscan hills to the Etna's slope
FRIDAY 28 MAI 2021 19.00-20.00 - LIVE STREAMING
Speaker: Andrea Franchetti, Owner and Winemaker Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 30
WINES
TASTED WINES:
75cl Franchetti 2018
75cl Le Cupole 2018
75cl Tenuta di Trinoro 2018
PRODUCER
Vini Franchetti
Tenuta Di Trinoro Vintage 2018 After the sweltering summer of 2017, they welcomed the cooler, more even temperatures of 2018 in the valley. As they neared the end of August, they were looking at larger than usual clusters, not too sweet for the period, and unusually soft in their early fruit. Because of these cooler temperatures, the vineyards were able to ripen the fruit and tannins earlier; all of that is usually kept back because of heat in August. The skins, thin as they were, were incredibly forward in color – they stained the fingers! Usually, that happens in mid-October. A strange wind and drop in temperature arrived in the valley between the merlot and the harvest of the rest of the grapes – they had huge clusters for the first time in their history, but the fruit began to lose its swelling, and the berries began to get softer. With this situation, they couldn’t yet pick the grapes — they’re too flat yet full of sweetness — so they misted the fields to give the grapes the final push, followed by a real rain. Then the sun a bit far in the season, low, orange, saving again until this very last new moon. Everything again became profound and ripe, and they picked. Mysterious for now, fascinating. This vintage will be an original one. Passopisciaro Vintage 2018 2018 was one of the rainiest and most tropical vintages they’ve seen on Etna, especially at the end of the summer. This year, they had to increase the number of times they passed through the vineyards to remove leaves mindfully, avoiding any burning but allowing air to pass through the canopy to mitigate the effects of this wet and humid climate. They countered effects of disease with natural products like clay and propolis as well. The Cesanese stood up well to the vintage’s difficult nature, although they picked it slightly earlier than usual. It gives more pronounced aromas of orange blossom this vintage, while maintaining its typical acidity. The Petit Verdot was picked 10 days later, with the second quarter of the waxing moon, allowing them to bring in perfectly healthy grapes with a classical structure alongside the Mediterranean richness that growing here on Etna brings to this Bordeaux variety. Franchetti 2018 will be a long-lived wine, a quiet wine in its youth that will crescendo with years in bottle.
WINE TASTING HOME EXPERIENCE: Bibi Graetz - Inspired by the tuscan sun
FRIDAY, 30 APRIL 2021 19.00-20.00 - LIVE STREAMING
Speaker: Bibi Graetz, Owner and Winemaker Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 20
WINES
TASTED WINES:
75cl Colore 2015, Bibi Graetz
75cl Colore 2016, Bibi Graetz
75cl Colore 2018, Bibi Graetz
PRODUCER
Bibi Graetz
From artist to cult winemaker, Bibi Graetz has become one of Italy's most inspired self-taught winemakers. Known for his production of native Tuscan varietals, Bibi Graetz began making wine in the late 1990s. Mainly Sangiovese, but also Colorino and Canaiolo are used for the reds, while native varieties of Ansonica and Vermentino are used for the whites, most of them coming from old vineyards around the Chianti Classico area, including Maremma, Giglio Island and Montalcino. Another fascinating characteristic of its wines is that all their labels have been designed by Graetz himself, ultimately inspired by the Tuscan sun. "
PRIVATE TASTING: En Primeur 2020
THURSDAY 26 APRIL 2021 10H00-15H30
Location Arvi's Headquarters in Melano Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 30
PRODUCERS
Over 100 among the most famous French Châteaux, such as:
Château Latour
Château de Fieuza
Château Pape Clément
Château Smith Haut Lafitte
Château La Gaffelière
Château Larcis Ducasse
Château Pavie Macquin
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WINE TASTING HOME EXPERIENCE: Barton Family - Elegance of the earth
THURSDAY 18 MARCH 2021 19.00-20.00 - LIVE STREAMING
Speaker: Damien Barton Sartorius, Manager Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 90
WINES
TASTED WINES:
50ml Château Léoville Barton 2012
50ml Château Léoville Barton 2017
50ml Château Langoa Barton 2009
50ml Château Langoa Barton 2015
50ml Château Mauvesin Barton 2014
50ml Château Mauvesin Barton 2016
PRODUCER
Barton Family
In 1722, Thomas Barton left his native Ireland to settle in Bordeaux, founding few years later a wine merchant company - that still bears the name Barton today. In 1821, his grandson, Hugh Barton, purchased Château Langoa, an elegant residence built in 1758. Seduced by the architecture and its 20 hectares of vines planted in the Saint-Julien appellation, Hugh re-named the estate Château Langoa Barton. His passion and pride in his wine were only to grow when he saw Langoa awarded the rank of “Third Classified Growth” in the historic 1855 classification. 6 generations later, the Barton story continues with Anthony’s daughter, Lilian, and her two children, now writing the chapter of the 10th generation. In 1826, Hugh Barton, purchased 50 hectares of vines located in the Saint Julien appellation. In the historic 1855 classification the Château Léoville Barton was to be awarded the rank of “Second Classified Growth”. The property was managed by the various generations over the years until Anthony Barton raised Château Léoville Barton to the level of international recognition it enjoys today. In August 2011, The Barton Sartorius family acquired an historical wine producing estate and its Château that was re-baptized Château Mauvesin Barton. With the Barton family’s centuries of experience and unique expertise behind them, each of the four family members plays a specific role, perpetuating tradition and sharing their passion: Lilian Barton Sartorius takes on the management of the Château, Michel Sartorius takes care of the wine distribution, Mélanie Barton Sartorius becomes technical manager and Damien Barton Sartorius brings his expertise to the commercialisation of the wine.
WINE TASTING HOME EXPERIENCE: Catena Zapata - Discovering the new world
FRIDAY 19 FEBRUARY 2021 19.00-20.00 - LIVE STREAMING
Speakers: Richard Gordon, Export Manager Fernando Buscema, Executive Director & Winemaker Language: English Maximum number of attendees: 20
WINES
TASTED WINES:
100ml Nicolás Catena Zapata 2015
100ml Nicolás Catena Zapata 2016
100ml Nicolás Catena Zapata 2017
PRODUCER
Catena Bodega Zapata
The Catena Zapata family’s mission is to make profound and unforgettable wines; wines that reflect the special character of each vine within the family’s historic vineyards. Constantly pushing the viticultural envelope, Nicolás and Laura Catena have identified Mendoza’s best microclimates, selected the highest quality Malbec vines and pioneered viticulture in un- discovered regions - the Adrianna Vineyard at almost 5,000 feet elevation in the Andean foothills. Their vision has been to uncover those magical places in each of the family’s vineyards which offer the purest expression of the land. Farming these special lots manually, hand-tending each of the vines, has led to the identification of individual plants which consistently produce the most exceptional fruit. These Zapata Vines have been physically marked with a red sash, ensuring the most demanding attention to detail in their care. Harvested separately in multiple passes through the vineyard, the Zapata Vines form the foundation of the Catena Zapata wines. The inaugural 1997 vintage of this Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec blend set a new standard of quality for wines from South America when it won a series of blind tastings against other prestigious cuvées from around the world. With its inaugural 1997 vintage, Nicolás Catena Zapata became the first luxury cuvée from Argentina to be exported around the world. The wine recreates the “Original Bordeaux Blend” of the 18th and 19th Centuries when Malbec dominated over Merlot and was in equal standing to Cabernet Sauvignon in the Médoc. Prephylloxeric Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon massale selections of ungrafted vines give rise to this wine, opening a window to the past from the mountain vineyards of Mendoza, Argentina. Four generations of the Catena family have farmed the vineyards of Mendoza, ever since Italian founder Nicola Catena planted his first Malbec vines in 1902. Robert Parker’s 2005 book about the 100 “Greatest World Wine Estates” featured only one winery from South America: Catena Zapata. Parker wrote: “Argentina’s greatest visionary is Nicolás Catena Zapata, and his crusade for high-altitude vineyards and con- servative viticultural practices has resulted in one after another breakthrough wines that have pushed Argentina to the forefront of the modern winemaking revolution.” Joined by his daughter Dr. Laura Catena in 1995, the father-daughter team’s vision is to elevate Argentine wine for another 100 years. In 2018 Catena Zapata joined La Place with two wines: Nicolás Catena Zapata, the winery’s top Cabernet Sauvignon blend, and Adrianna Vineyard Mundus Bacillus Terrae, the winery’s top Malbec cru.