As someone who’s been to Italy before, I know it’s a top tourist destination for those who live in Hawaii. On my last visit, there were hordes of Mauians there just like me, drinking in the Italian hospitality that exudes from the people like aloha. Besides magnificent architecture, scenery and history, food and the wine are also a big draw.The city of Florence will set the stage May 17 to 20 for Divino Tuscany, a one-of-a-kind, four-day celebration of the best Tuscan wines, food and culture.
Participating winemakers include Marchesi Antinori, Frescobaldi, Mazzei, Ricasoli, Il Borro, Petrolo and Castello Banfi, and more.Highlights include a festive welcome dinner with the Italian premiere screening of James Suckling’s and James Orr’s film “Heart and Soul of Cuba,” recently shown to rave reviews at the Sonoma Film Festival, live music from Havana’s hottest pianist, Ernán López Nussa performing with his trio, and Grappa tasting with Cuban cigars.Gala dinner at the opulent Palazzo Corsini on the banks of the Arno.
Grand Tastings at the Grand Hotel Villa Cora poured by the winemakers and proprietors themselves.Saturday night dinners in the private Palazzi of the most well known Tuscan wine families.Join James Suckling as he escorts you through private tastings with winemakers he has personally invited for this intimate experience. The distinctive program will offer wine tastings with Tuscany’s top winemakers, seminars and grand tastings curated by James Suckling, former Senior Editor and European Bureau Chief of Wine Spectator and one of the world's most influential wine critics; special luncheons and dinners prepared by Michelin-starred chefs and entertainment organized by IMG Artists, one of the leading producers of cultural and lifestyle festivals.
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