NYE already? Where did the year go?

It's been a quiet Christmas here at Montepulciano. The city looks beautiful and the Christmas market continues to pack 'em in. After a whirlwind of a year which involved major and minor projects at Poggio Golo, another successful tourist season, a continuing stream of legal work back in the UAE and a fair bit of travelling, we were very happy to be left alone at our home (Buon Vento), with just a ton of food, great wine and two very happy King Charles Spaniels.

We've had a few days where we have done nothing but go on long walks, read, eat leftovers, and take a lot of deep breaths...something we should do more often (and as Niall is quick to point out, keep doing)! And in response to a few questions, yes his rake is still looking fabulous...

We can't believe it is already the end of 2023. Where did the year go? And what lies ahead? Our 2022 Rosso and our 2021 Vino Nobile being released, our first time as a participant at the Anteprima in Montepulciano, at Prowein in Dusseldorf and, sure why not, at VinItaly in Veneto. And there is the small matter of building our new winery. But before we get too stressed out thinking about all that, we have one last thing to do this year.

And that is to wish you all the most fulfilling, joyous and happy festive period. May 2024 bring you everything you need - which may not be everything you wish for! Onwards and upwards. Happy New Year and thank you for reading!

A couple of videos of Poggio Golo to end our 2023 posts...

Toodles,

Paari & Niall