Outside of good food and wine, its the only thing I cant miss.
On my mind this month is the upcomingVenice Biennale.
Wherever you go, take note of the wines you love, especially those from Friuli.

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Its just an hour from Venice!
Maggie Harrisonis the founder, creative director, and winemaker of Antica Terra.
Luca is a sommelier by trade and knows every bottle on the wine list inside and out.

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The list itself is both extremely sane, and wildly exultant.
Make reservations, as this is a tough table to get.
Estro Vino e Cucina
There are so many ways a wine bar can go wrong.

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An overwhelming hit-or-miss wine list, mediocre food, weird atmosphere.
Instead,Estro Vino e Cucinais the argument for why they should exist.
The result is a cohesive collection, even at 700 bottles.

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Al Covo
For a moment of respite, sink into the cushioned seats ofal Covo.

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