Santa Margherita, USA invites you to apply for a trip to Northern Italy in partnership with Lars Leicht of The SOMMJournal and Vino Viaggio, and the SommFoundation for an immersive educational experience throughout Northern Italy.
Highlights of the Trip Include:
- A unique educational opportunity to visit Tuscany, Alto Adige, Valdidage, Valpolicella, Franciacorta, and Lago di Garda.
- Tour diverse terroirs and get familiar with ancient and modern winemaking techniques.
- Taste alongside passionate winemakers and experts.
- Learn more about local traditions and culture.
- Roundtrip airfare, local transport, lodging, and meals are included. (You will need to provide your own transport to/from your US airport).
Eligibility Requirements:
- CMS-A Certified, WSET Level 3, or equivalent
- Work and reside in the United States
- Have a valid passport at the time of application. You will be required to provide your passport information immediately at the time of acceptance.
- Ensure that your schedule will allow you to travel from August 28th through September 6th (you will arrive in Milan on August 29th)
- If selected, must submit a negative COVID-19 test within 48 hours before departure
About Santa Margherita USA:
Santa Margherita USA is a fine wine import company representing premium and ultra-premium wine estates. They represent over ten world-renowned wineries throughout the United States, including Santa Margherita, Ca’ del Bosco, Masi, Kettmeir, Lamole di Lamole, Sassoregale, Torresella, Fattoria Sardi, Cà Maiol, and Cantina Mesa. The wine portfolio is a dynamic and diverse mosaic of Italy’s finest wine regions, including the Veneto, Alto Adige, Franciacorta, Lugana, Tuscany, and Sardinia. In 2022, the group made its first winery investment outside of Italy with the acquisition of ROCO Winery in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. To learn more about Santa Margherita USA, please visit: https://santamargheritausa.com/
DEADLINE TO APPLY: AUGUST 1 ST, 2023, 11:00 PM PACIFIC