Decanter Presents... new event series

Decanter invites you to an exclusive tasting of the three soles of Bardolino.

With over a century of history and widespread recognition, wines from Bardolino reflect a profound connection to its territory, a distinctive microclimate, and a consistent ability to produce modern and contemporary wines from its indigenous grape variety Corvina Veronese.

The evening’s program will concentrate on three principal styles of the region, highlighting Corvina’s versatility and its remarkable ability to convey terroir characteristics.

The tasting will begin with different expressions of Chiaretto di Bardolino—a classic rosé that offers an elegant alternative to traditional white wines.

Two types of red wines will be the next focus: First, Bardolino: a highly adaptable red wine, ideal as an aperitif or paired throughout a meal due to its harmonious acidity followed by various vintages of Bardolino di Sottozona: three distinctive interpretations of the grape, each representing specific zones within the region and illustrating the diverse climates and terroir of the region.

Michelle is a dual Italian/Canadian citizen who left corporate life in Toronto and moved to London to pursue her passion for wine. Today she is a highly respected and sought-after wine lecturer, having taught wine industry professionals since 2004 at WSET in London where she is a consultant tutor, specialising in Italy, France and the New World.

She has authored articles on wines, wine regions and wine-related events in trade publications and WSET journals. She became a Master of Wine in 2015. Utilising her specialist knowledge of wine regions, Cherutti-Kowal is a consultant to restaurants and wineries and also acts as an ambassador for trade bodies.

Michelle joined the DWWA as a judge for the first time in 2020 and is currently the Regional Chair for Tuscany.

Costantino Gabardi works across the fields of wine, gastronomy and territorial culture, bringing together experience in tasting, communication and consultancy. A close observer of both the Italian and international wine scene, he has followed the evolution of the sector over many years, with a particular focus on the relationship between wine, identity and contemporary consumption.

He has collaborated with wineries, institutions and events linked to the world of wine and food, contributing to educational projects, sensory analysis and cultural research. His interests centre on quality, the history of wine regions and the changing language of taste.

As a speaker and writer, Gabardi advocates a contemporary understanding of wine that combines technical knowledge with cultural and social perspectives. His work explores the dialogue between tradition and innovation, with particular attention to market dynamics and the interpretation and promotion of wine territories.