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A timeless memory
Choosing a wine resort as your wedding location means immersing yourself in a romantic and refined atmosphere. Where nature, tradition and taste come together in an unforgettable experience, surrounded by breathtaking views and refined flavours.
Vineyards stretching to the horizon, golden sunsets and structures with a rustic yet elegant charm create the perfect setting to celebrate love.
N. 1 LOCATION OF THE MONTH: WEDDING FULL OF CHARM, NATURE AND ELEGANCE
Why choose a wine resort?
The vineyards offer an enchanting panorama in every season, perfect for an outdoor ceremony and glamorous photo shoots.
Should the bride and groom and their guests prefer a more immersive and intimate experience, many resorts can offer the option of reserving the entire property for the event. They also have versatile spaces for every need: from gardens for the ceremony or reception to wine cellars for an aperitif and elegant reception rooms.
A wedding must also be a journey through flavours, to give guests a unique gastronomic experience: menus are designed to enhance the wines of the area, offering a perfect balance between gourmet cuisine and local tradition.
For those who dream of a refined wedding, immersed in the beauty of nature and enriched by the flavours of the land, we recommend a few resorts where you can tell your love story:
- Villa Tiboldi – Canale (CN)
- Reva Resort – Monforte d’Alba (CN)
- Villa Sparina Resort – Gavi (AL)
- La Porta delle Langhe – Cherasco (CN)
- Braida Wine Resort – Rocchetta Tanaro (AT)
- Tenuta Bussia – Monforte d’Alba (CN)
- Poderi Einaudi – Dogliani (CN)
N. 2 MISE EN PLACE: THE ETIQUETTE OF GLASSES
The mise en place is an art that combines aesthetics and functionality, and glasses are an essential element of it. Since ancient Rome, a precise arrangement of glasses on the table has been observed, which has evolved to define the rules we know today.
For the big day, with attention to the smallest details, it is right to know the combination of wine with its ideal glass to enhance its aromas and flavours:
For sparkling wine:
- Half flute and Flute: dry sparkling wines, using the ‘Charmat’ and ‘Classic’ methods respectively;
- Wide-bellied flute: dry, mature and vintage sparkling wines and champagnes;
- Coppa: sweet sparkling wines and champagnes
For white wine:
- Tulip: fresh white wines
- Chalice: full-bodied white wines (or rosé wines)
- Rhenish: structured, sweet, dessert white wines
For red wine:
- Baloon: young red wines and young wines
- Burgundy: full-bodied but not very mature red wines
- Grand Baloon: full-bodied, mature red wines
For an elegant table, glasses must follow a correct arrangement with precise logic:
They should always be placed above the knife, to the right of the diner.
If several wines are served, they should be arranged diagonally from right to left: first the white glass, then the red and finally the water glass.The sparkling wine flute, if provided, goes on the top right.
Attention to detail makes every dining experience more refined and harmonious, enhancing each glass served.
N. 3 STYLE TREND: ELEGANCE IN DETAIL AND THE ROLE OF JEWELLERY
On your wedding day, jewellery is not just an accessory, but a symbol of style and meaning. From engagement rings to sparkling earrings, each piece adds light and personality to the wedding outfit.
Whether family heirlooms or modern creations, jewellery completes the bridal look, combining tradition and elegance. Prominent among these are the creations of handicraft artists, who with great attention to detail create unique and perfect jewellery.
Their choice is not only aesthetic, but a detail that makes an unforgettable day even more special.
Here are some designer choices that reflect nature with their original touch:
- Valentina Laganà: she brings a touch of creativity and lightness to her unique pieces, moving from a minimalist style to a grittier one. She gives dynamism, liveliness and at the same time freshness to each piece of jewellery.
- Francesco Tramontano: a contemporary Neapolitan goldsmith, descendant of a family of artists. He creates unique pieces, with a slightly eccentric style, that tell of his roots in Mediterranean culture.
- Giulia Lentini: her creations take a more intimate route, recalling nature and its essence. She uses the irregularity and uniqueness of organisms to give rise to jewellery that is different from each other.
- Angelo Bordino: an artist with a dreamy soul, based in Alba, who gives beauty to the everyday with the lost-wax casting technique. A union of nature, inspiration and harmony.
N. 4 EVENT OF THE MONTH: ROME BRIDIAL WEEK
From 23 to 25 March, the Rome Fair Centre will host the sixth edition of Rome Bridal Week, one of the most eagerly awaited international events in the wedding world. An unmissable opportunity to discover the latest news and emerging trends in haute couture creations designed for one of the most important days.
This year, the event will be enriched with an area dedicated to couture fashion that will welcome wedding haute couture enthusiasts, where they will be able to admire some unique and extraordinary bridal collections.
Among the protagonists of this new area will be brands such as: Sophie et Voilà, a Maison from Bilbao with a minimalist character, Rolling in Roses, an English brand that goes hand in hand with sustainability, and Carta Branca, with its avant-garde spirit.
There will also be Italian talents such as Simone Marulli, Emanuele Bilancia Couture, Maura Brandino and Barbara Beltrame, to name but a few.
Each creation will tell a story of elegance, innovation and passion, confirming the importance of quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Rome Bridal Week is not only an event for those looking for the perfect dress, but also an opportunity to discover the trends of the future, which will herald a 2025 full of novelty, sustainability and personality, designed to reflect the individuality of the lucky brides and grooms.
N. 5 TOI ET MOI SECRETS: A PERMANENT REMINDER OF THE WEDDING
The bridal bouquet is more than just a bunch of flowers, it is a symbol of love, emotion and beauty. After the wedding, however, time inevitably marks its fate and it would be a regret to see it wither away.
For those who wish to preserve the bouquet without giving up its memory, there are different solutions to turn it into a lasting memory.
There are various, innovative techniques to prolong the life of the flowers, such as:
- the pressing technique: a method that gives a touch of originality to conservation. When the flowers are still fresh, simply press them between sheets of waxed paper, wait for them to dry, about ten days, and then they can be framed as desired;
- simply drying the flower: a much simpler process, simply hang the flowers in a dry, dark place and wait about two weeks for a more vintage-style result.
- the use of silica gel: this is the most functional way of drying. The use of silica gel will allow the moisture to be absorbed while preserving its appearance, shape and colour, resulting in a product more similar to the original bouquet within a week.
- resin immersion: a more creative technique to make the wedding memory last. It starts with a preparation of the bouquet and the resin, which will be used to best preserve the details. The result will be obtained at the end of the solidification time. A true personalised work of art, which, if desired, can become an elegant decorative object.
More and more brides are opting for home-made methods.
These techniques offer the opportunity to preserve a fragment of the most beautiful day forever, transforming the memory into a unique, meaningful piece.
