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Happy #WineWednesday! The incredible lineup of world-renowned vintners includes Giampiero Bertolini of Biondi-Santi Tenuta Greppo in Montalcino, Italy.
Giampiero Bertolini, CEO of Biondi-Santi since 2018, has spent decades shaping the global presence of some of Italy’s most iconic wines. After earning a master’s in economy and marketing from the Università di Firenze and completing an international marketing program at MIT, he began his career at Procter & Gamble before moving into the wine world with Marchesi Frescobaldi Group, where he spent 16 years leading marketing and sales for four of its flagship brands. At Biondi-Santi, Giampiero’s mission is to honor the estate’s centuries-old traditions while continuously enhancing wine quality and expanding its presence in the world’s finest restaurants and private collections. Born in Quito, Ecuador, he balances his passion for wine with outdoor sports, music, travel and family life with his wife and three children.

We are beyond excited to release the full list of

We are beyond excited to release the full list of Featured Sommeliers headlining the 2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival! The Featured Sommeliers will travel from all across the United States to share their intimate knowledge of wine vintage, terroir and styles with Festival patrons, enhancing appreciation for the unique and rare wines that will be tasted at Friday night’s intimate Vintner Dinners and during Saturday’s signature Live Auction. Throughout the weekend, they will pour distinguished selections while imparting their expertise, further elevating the patrons’ understanding and enjoyment of each exceptional wine.
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Inside the Naples Winter Wine Festival Video Series: Celebration Brunch!
This is the perfect ending to a perfect weekend. And what better way to recognize this unforgettable weekend than over a sumptuous Champagne Brunch with our chefs, vintner and sponsors? Bid farewell to friends, old and new, until next year’s Festival.

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NWWF26 Celebrity Chef highlights are here! Today we are featuring Angelo Auriana of The Factory Kitchen in Los Angeles, California.
Born in Bergamo, Italy, Chef Angelo Auriana has built a celebrated career bringing authentic Italian cuisine to the U.S. From leading Valentino Ristorante for 18 years to co-founding Factory Place Hospitality Group with acclaimed restaurants in LA and Las Vegas, he’s known for his “cucina dei sapori” style—elevating ingredients and flavors with heart.

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Happy #WineWednesday! The incredible lineup of world-renowned vintners includes Bernardino Sani of Argiano in Montalcino, Italy.
Born in Siena, Bernardino Sani has dedicated his life to wine. After studying viticulture in Florence and Montpellier, he began his career in Montalcino before gaining international experience in the U.S. and Caribbean. In 2012, he returned to Tuscany as CEO and winemaker at Argiano, where he restored the historic estate. Today, Bernardino continues to shape the world of wine, consulting for leading vineyards from Napa to Piedmont.

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Inside the Naples Winter Wine Festival Video Series: Wine Down!
Celebrate the enormous generosity of the winning bidders as we “wine down” and relax to more great food. Dance the night away to live music as some of the world’s greatest wines are poured.

NWWF26 Celebrity Chef highlights are here! Today w

NWWF26 Celebrity Chef highlights are here! Today we are featuring Karen Akunowicz of Fox & the Knife in Boston, Massachusetts.
Chef Karen Akunowicz, James Beard Award winner and fan-favorite on Bravo’s Top Chef, has become one of Boston’s most beloved culinary voices. Known as “Boston’s Queen of Pasta,” she’s the chef/owner of Fox & the Knife, Bar Volpe, Fox Pasta Co. and most recently Fox & Flight at Boston Logan Airport. Her bold, flavor-driven cooking has earned national recognition. Beyond the kitchen, Karen connects with home cooks through her bestselling cookbook Crave, honored as “2023 Cookbook of the Year,” bringing her vibrant, approachable style to tables everywhere.

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Happy Labor Day! 🌟 Today we celebrate workers in every field, with a special thank you to the educators and childcare professionals whose dedication strengthens our community every day. Your impact is deeply valued. #LaborDay

T-Minus 5 Months! The 2026 Naples Winter Wine Fest

T-Minus 5 Months! The 2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival is five months away! With the theme “Picture This,” the 2026 Naples Winter Wine Festival returns showcasing the finest wines, impeccable cuisine and rare and exotic auction lots, all to benefit the most vulnerable children in Collier County. Vintners, chefs and featured sommeliers hailing from six different countries will set the stage for a weekend of unique, one-of-a-kind wine and culinary experiences. Cheers!

Happy National Red Wine Day! #ThrowbackThursday to

Happy National Red Wine Day! #ThrowbackThursday to this year’s Shining Stars vintner dinner. Hosted by Kathy & Andy Moock with Karen & Dale Medford. Vintners: Kary & David R. Duncan of Silver Oak in Oakville, California Chef: Elliot Bell of Charlie's in St. Helena, California. Party planner: Lisa Resch of Carolina Catering Company. Cheers!

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