WHAT AWAITS YOU
WINE EXPERIENCE WITH
EUGENIA SURIANI
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Curated Wine Journey
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Daily tastings and education
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Visit to pre-phylloxera vineyards
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Traditional wine-making insights
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Pairing principles
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A historical context of Sicilian wines





Tasting Experiences:
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Estate wine collections
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Regional variety exploration
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Vintage evaluations
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Terroir understanding
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Professional tasting techniques
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Food and wine harmony



SICILIAN IMMERSION
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Historic site visits
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Local market exploration
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Traditional cooking demonstration
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Artisan craft encounters
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Evening cultural discussions
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Photography opportunities
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Mount Etna excursions
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Ancient ruins exploration
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Local festivals (seasonal)
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Cultural performances




ART PROGRAM WITH
CARMELO BLANDINO
Daily Creative Journey
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Morning and afternoon art sessions
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Professional art supplies provided
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Individual guidance and instruction
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Both indoor and outdoor settings
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Focus on technique and personal expression
Artistic Elements:
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Color theory and composition
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Light and shadow techniques
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Perspective and proportion
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Material exploration
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Creative development
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Portfolio enhancement

Morning yoga sessions
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Spa access (1 hour daily)
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Meditation opportunities
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Turkish bath
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Emotional shower experience
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Air bubble massage
Additional Activities:
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Garden walks
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Beach club visits
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Pool relaxation
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Wellness workshops
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Mindfulness sessions
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Evening relaxation





Zaferrana Sicily / Wine & Art
Sept 15 - Sept 22, 2025
Set on an organic farm along the base of Mt. Etna, this space in a 19th-century residence with annexes lies 8 km from Guardia Mangano Santa Venerina train station and 15 km from Paradise Beach along the Mediterranean Sea.
Featuring vineyard views, the chic rooms have free Wi-Fi, minibars, Bose speakers and patios. Some offer exposed lava rock walls. Suites and villas add mountain views, fireplaces, outdoor hot tubs and/or living areas with pull-out sofas.

Giarre Sicily / Wine & Art
Sept 29 - Oct 6, 2025
Offering views of the Ionian Sea, this luxe hotel is 4 km from both Praiola Beach and Radicepura Horticultural Park. Catania Airport is 43 km away.
Ranging from rooms and suites to villas, the chic quarters feature Wi-Fi, TVs and terraces, plus minibars and Nespresso machines. Some have sitting areas, saunas, private outdoor pools and/or soaking tubs.

Zaferrana Sicily / Art & Wine
Oct 11 - Oct 18, 2025
Taking a workshop with Carmelo Blandino is an invitation to immerse yourself in an enriching artistic journey led by the masterful fine artist renowned for his unique vision and technical expertise.
The exclusive Art Retreat will take place in the heart of Sicily, at a prestigious Organic Wine Resort and Farm with a Michelin-rated Restaurant on the extraordinary Mount Etna, featuring a luxurious spa center, an infinity pool immersed in the natural surroundings, and enchanting gardens and orchards that embody the essence of Sicilian beauty.
