Simply Italian - Great Wines 2010 US Tour, NYC
Posted By Joel on October 28, 2010
Almost two years ago, one of the first sentences I wrote on Vintrospective:
“That its wine regions are beautifully different, distinct and many is Italy’s strength and its difficulty. “
Underscoring that very point, the Italian wine event called Simply Italian - Great Wines 2010 kicked off its US Tour from New York City this past Monday with a panel discussion, “The Diversity of Italy”. Presented by the Instituto del Vino Italiano di Qualità together with the Institute of Masters of Wine, the panel included Piero Antinori and producer representatives of the Grandi Marchi, along with Charles Curtis, MW, of Christie’s, moderating, and Gregory dal Piaz, Editor in Chief of Snooth.
Held in the Trustees Room of the New York City Public Library, the panel discussion illuminated the diversity and quality of Italian wines, a message I believe is vastly important in the promotion of Italy’s wines. The topic revealed some intriguing questions: What is the best tool to communicate the message about Italy’s oenological diversity?, raised by Jose Ralla of Donnafugata, and Who is controlling that message?, raised by Gregory dal Piaz of Snooth.
In addition to other seminars, the day included a walk-around tasting which showcased traditional wine regions while shining a light upon lesser known territories and varietals: wonderful Zibibbo of Donnafugata, emotional Nero di Troia produced by Rivera, and sensational Verduzzo from Giovanni Dri were all tasting highlights for me.
The New York City Public Library, a place where Knowledge and Appreciation are a natural part of the physical environment, proved a wonderful choice of venue for this Italian wine event where Discovery, Learning, and Understanding served as important themes.
From concept through execution, an event Well Done.
I leave you with the following words, from above the fireplace in the Library’s Trustees Room:
“I look to the diffusion of light and education as the resource most to be relied on for ameliorating the condition, promoting the virtue, and advancing the happiness of man.”
—– Thomas Jefferson, third President of United States and well-known wine lover 
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