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POLO LIFESTYLES EDITORS & CONTRIBUTORS
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Savor the wine country of Rhônes page 160
The inaugural Al Ula Desert Polo pg 50
Louis Vuitton's FW2020 Men's Collection page 138
Chrissy Teigen's Grammy look and more page 82
INDULGENT WEEKENDS AWAY
Reconnect with a loved one at a chic and unexpected destination
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VA L E N T I N E S DAY F E B R UA R Y 1 4 , 2 0 2 0 GIVELANDEAU.COM
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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR I was in the home office reviewing and editing page layouts for this month’s Love Issue when I heard the news: Kobe Bryant confirmed dead in a helicopter crash. Worse yet, his daughter was later confirmed to be lost alongside him. To the family in their time of mourning and grief, we offer our deepest sympathies. The February 2020 issue of Polo Lifestyles is dedicated to Kobe Bryant and his memory. Loss in life is unavoidable, but sudden loss all the harder. Already in the first month of 2020, it has felt like loss after loss in our crazy world. In a time of uncertainty, all we can do is hold our loved ones tight and treasure every moment spent together. We’ve put a special focus on reconnecting and refreshing in our annual Love Issue. February is a wonderful time of year to focus on that – close enough to January for that new-yearnew-me and far enough into 2020 for a reality check. We’ve assembled a list 19 unique luxury weekend getaway ideas in unexpected destinations. A current favorite, and our leading lady this month, is the Waldorf Astoria Chicago. “Chicago? This time of year, you say?” The answer is a resounding, Yes! The downtown luxury tower is a self-contained, well-oiled mechanism of service with a smile. Relax and rejuvenate in the spa and nourish your body and soul in the restaurant or with room service. Eighteen additional properties, all chosen for their unique features, luxurious accommodations and interesting geography, have been curated carefully for your late-winterearly-spring consideration. The great thing about romantic weekend getaways is that they can work for a friends or family trip, too. Valentine’s falls on a weekend this year, so gather your loved ones and meet up somewhere beautiful and new; you won’t regret it. While you’re reconnecting, make sure you catch our features on Gucci’s new Beverly Hills rooftop location, all the fashion choices from the Golden Globes and Grammys, our wellness writers’ columns on living in the moment; the common, indestructible thread; and keeping up with your core exercises. Quiz those around you on their Châteauneuf-duPape know-how after Cezar Kusik educates you on the ins and outs of Rhone Valley wines, and shake up your golf game with a virtual caddy on your wrist (makes a great Valentine’s gift, too, or so my golfing-brother-in-law tells me). In all you do this month, do it with Love! Josh Jakobitz josh@pololifestyles.com
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thebakerhouse1650 Come by for the weekend at @thebakerhouse1650 where spa treatments will have you 100% again
j_o_r_t_a_y News of the loss of Kobe Bryant and his daughter in a helicopter crash shocked the world
lizzobeeating Lizzo can't stop winning... the artist took home three Grammys just weeks after her Rolling Stone cover page 22
santafepolo.open New Mexico Governor welcomes Santa Fe Polo Open organizers to a cocktail for 2020 assembly opening
graciousopulence Get away for the weekend, some place unique and unexpected to reconnect and rekindle
royalsalute The perfect complement to Snow Polo may be Royal Salute Whiskey, distilled and branded for polo
bridestodayin @irisvanherpen presented at Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture to rave reviews
harryandmeghan_the_sussex
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex made headlines and caused a media stir with their announcement
mudurbanflowers Flower delivery for someone special this Valentine's weekend #flowers #floraldelivery #love
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eva.espresso Streetwear in Paris is always a crowdpleaser during major fashion week events
jewellery_historian The official account of the "best kept secret in the world" features this masterpiece from @beganjewels
vitoriaportes Day 2 of Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture shows and influencers and critics were out in style
footwearnews Another red carpet, another overthe-top look from Billy Porter (not pictured custom @coach boots)
kitzpolo Europe's first snow polo tournament of the year kicked off in Kitzbuhel where World Polo League reigned
lagospoloclub It's Lagos Polo season in Nigeria where weekend tournaments draw a young, chic crowd
gauntletofpolo These ponies are ready for the International Polo Club calendar and second annual Gauntlet of Polo series
margeauxchicago Make a brunch reservation at Margeaux Brasserie @wachicago where the champagne flows all day
bawatchesandjewelry The @hublot Spirit of Big Bang King Gold Rainbow in a 42mm tonneau shaped case in King Gold page 23
L E G E N D S I N LU X U R Y F R O M FAT H E R TO S O N SINCE 1760 P R E S E N T I N G S P O N S O R O F T H E C A P TA I N S C U P I N L AG O S
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FINAL: DEBBS 6.5 / 7 OLASHOJA SUBSIDIARY FINAL: ALAKIJA 5 / 5.5 FASINRO
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18TH BENDURA BANK SNOW POLO WORLD CUP FINAL: WORLD POLO LEAGUE 10 / 8 GP MOBILITY JANUARY 16-19, 2020 KITZBUHEL, AUSTRIA
TEAM BENDURA BANK
TEAM GP MOBILITY
Melissa Ganzi (USA – Captain)
Henrique Schalldach (BRA)
Alejandro Novillo Astrada ARG)
TEAM CORUM
Marcus Schalldach (BRA – Captain)
Tito Gaudenzi (CH)
Eckhardt Juls (GER – Captain)
Guilhermo Lins (BRA)
Patrick Maleitzke (GER) TEAM ENGEL & VÖLKERS
Juan Ruiz-Guiñazú (ARG)
Ana Escobedo (MEX – Captain)
TEAM INTOCAST Matthias Normann (AUS – Captain)
Segundo Darritchon (ARG)
TEAM BERND GRUBER
Micky Duggan (ARG)
Jonny Good (ENG)
Helmet Wieser (AUS – Captain)
Martin Juaregui (ARG)
Pato Bolanterio (ARG) TEAM WORLD POLO LEAGUE
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Santiago Marambio (ARG)
TEAM LAURENT-PERRIER
Marc Ganzi (USA – Captain)
Sebastian Schneberger (GER – Capt.)
Juan Bautista Peluso (ARG)
Phillip de Groot (NED)
Nic Roldan (USA)
Valentin Novillo Astrada (ARG)
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WORLD POLO LEAGUE GRABS SNOW TROPHY The first-year team and sponsor captured the prestigious title and Bendura Bank Trophy Cup with a thrilling 10-8 victory over GP Mobility on a snowy Sunday in front of a sold-out VIP tent.
Roldan finished with a game-high eight goals. Ganzi and Peluso each had one.
World Polo League (Marc Ganzi, 2, Juan Bautista Peluso, 3, Nic Roldan, 8) finished the eight-team tournament undefeated with a 3-0 record. GP Mobility (Henrique Schalldach, 2, TC Marcus Schalldach, 2, Guilhermo Lins, 6) finished 2-1.
GP Mobility’s Marcus Schalldach was named Most Valuable Player. Lins, who led GP Mobility with five goals, earned the Fair Play Award. Joya, played by Roldan and owned by Frenchman Pierre Henri Ngoumou, was selected Best Playing Pony.
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“The crowd was great, they love their polo here,” Roldan said. “It was a great tournament and we were fortunate to come out with a win. It’s great for a firstyear team and World Polo League.”
Ngoumou was team captain for France in the International Cup in November at Grand Champions Polo Club and competed in the St. Regis World Snow Polo Championship in December.
The game was close between the two evenly balanced teams. GP Mobility had the advantage early with a 2-0 lead on handicap. World Polo League quickly dug itself out the hole with goals from Ganzi and Roldan. Lins’ 15-yard penalty conversion enabled GP Mobility to regain the lead, 3-2. But back-toback goals by Roldan gave World Polo League a 4-3 lead after the first chukker.
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World Polo League, in their first year fielding a team, grabbed the championship trophy. Local artist Stephanie Leitner presented an original polo art piece during the trophy presentation. Perfect weather conditions contributed to a memorable tournament.
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Marcus Schdallach scored early in the second chukker to tie the game again. World Polo League had two-goal leads twice before GP Mobility narrowed the gap to one and trailed 7-6 at the half. GP Mobility opened the third chukker with a goal from Lins to tie the game at 7-7. Peluso’s goal just before the bell gave World Polo League the lead again at 8-7.
The fourth chukker belonged to the World Polo League. Playing well on both ends of the field, World Polo League took a 10-7 lead on back-toback goals from Roldan. For his first goal the crowd-pleasing Roldan took the ball at the half line, bounced the ball three times on his mallet before hitting a tough angle neck shot to score. Roldan scored an insurance goal before Lins added another field goal to end the game.
Local artist Stephanie Leitner presented a personal world to Fairest Player, Brazilian Guilherme Lins. “My enthusiasm for painting artworks about Polo has developed through the playful and, at the same time, incredibly dynamic intensity that this sport has on me.” Her work captures the rapid change between total action and the intimate,
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relaxed breaks at the end of every chukker. “I mostly implement my work in graphite and powerful acrylic colors on large formats and it makes me very proud that my work has found a home in polo clubs and with the best polo players around the world,� Leitner said. All photos courtesy Stephanie Leitner
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A RACING MACHINE ON THE WRIST
RM 70-01
Manual Winding Tourbillon Alain Prost Alain Prost is an artist in the realm of speed. The collaboration between the brand and the four-time Formula 1 World Champion is based on unshakable loyalty. This time, a shared interest in cycling provided inspiration. Much like the aeronautics and automotive industries, where R&D plays an essential role, cycling is constantly evolving from a technical perspective.
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AUSTRALIA MAGIC MILLIONS ON THE AUSTRALIAN COAST
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Photos courtesy Al Habtoor Marketing
Magic Millions and Ferrari organized a star-studded polo event headlined by Nacho Figueras.
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2020 F8 TRIBUTO
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Saudi Arabia’s first official polo title was presented in Al Ula UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nacho Figueras led Team Amaala to a 7-3 Grand Final victory in the twoday Al Ula Desert Polo tournament on Saturday against Team Al Ula to take Saudi Arabia’s first official polo title, 2020 Al Ula Desert Polo Champions. The tournament was staged at the hispage 50
toric UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al Ula and organized through a partnership of the Royal Commission for Al Ula and the newly formed Saudi Polo Federation. Forming part of the Winter at Tantora festival, running from December 19 to March 7, Al Ula Desert Polo is one of 12 weekends of cultural and sporting activities taking place at the ancient site.
Players from all over the world took to the Desert Polo Arena, including team members of the world-famous La Dolfina polo outfit from Argentina, including 10-goalers Adolfo Cambiaso, Pelon Stirling and Pablo Mac Donough, in addition to the world's most-recognizable polo player, Nacho Figueras. The specially built Desert Polo Arena was situated in the heart of Al Ula,
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an area of historical, cultural and archaeological significance and surrounded by towering sandstone outcrops, framing the on-pitch action for the assembled VIP guests. The third-place playoff was won by Team Al Nahla Bentley with HRH Sheikha Alya Al Maktoum scoring three of the side’s four goals and earning Most Valuable Player, for a 4-2 victory over Richard Mille. Figueras, who was part of the winning Team Amaala, said: “It’s an amazing place with an amazing history, an amazing heritage and an amazing first tournament for the Saudi Polo Federation. I’m very honored to be here, and I’m delighted that we were able to win.” “This country is going through a transformation and there are page 51
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amazing years to come.” Saudi Polo Federation chairman, Amr F Zedan, who played on Team Richard Mille during the tournament, said: “I see this event as a launching pad for the future. We have big plans for polo
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in Saudi Arabia that include the establishment of development programs and the construction of facilities to assist in building a polo infrastructure in The Kingdom. “We would like to thank all of our
guests and players and crucially sponsors for their support here this weekend. It means a lot that our friends from the international polo community are completely on board with what we are trying to achieve.”
Adolfo Cambiaso, of La Dolfina, headlined the Al Ula Team during the inaugural event of the newly formed Saudi Polo Club.
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SILVER CUP
AL HABTOOR POLO RESORT & CLUB UAE POLO 13.5 / 10 AM/UAE POLO HABTOOR POLO 10 / 9 GHANTOOT POLO
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The Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series 2020 kicked-off with the Silver Cup with two matches featuring four strong teams: UAE Polo, AM/UAE Polo, Habtoor Polo and Ghantoot Polo on
the grounds of Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club. The Silver Cup, an 18-goal handicap tournament, saw Tomas Panelo
score the opening goal of the match. The UAE Polo team controlled the chukker given their 1.5 handicap advantage and the consecutive goals from Tommy Beresford. AM/UAE
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goal league. Sheikha Maitha bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the patron of UAE Polo team, scored one for the team close to the end of the chukker that allowed them to maintain their lead. The final chukker saw the Panelo brothers take home the win and closed the game at 13.5 goals to 10.
The anticipated second match between Habtoor Polo and Ghantoot Polo teams did not disappoint as the crowd witnessed another nail-biting game. The first goal of the match was from Marcos Araya from Ghantoot Polo however, Habtoor Polo team took the lead by the end of the first chukker and held on to it until the second with a 1 goal advantage. Both teams picked
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up the pace and were at a tie by halftime. The crowd cheered as both teams tried to score goals which resulted in a tie by the end of the fourth chukker. The teams demonstrated a strong defense during the last game with Gregorio Gellosi taking Ghantoot Polo ahead at 9 goals against 7. Felix Esien’s steady performance
and Martin Podesta’s goal had both teams at a tie with thirty seconds left on the clock. With a sixth chukker looming and four seconds left Facundo Sola took the victory home for Habtoor Polo team ending the game at 10 goals to 9.
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PLAYGROUND OF THE RICH & FAMOUS & KING OF SNOW POLO
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St. Moritz, Switzerland – The by-line of St. Moritz is ‘Top of the World’ and sitting in the packed grandstands for the Finals, it did truly feel like there is no place better to be anywhere on the globe. Record crowds descended upon the iconic frozen lake, set in the beautiful, sun-bathed setting of the Engadin page 64
Valley, to watch the snow polo giants do battle. The sunshine was super-hot, the champagne ice-chilled, the setting unbeatable and the polo truly world-class. The first match of the day was the La Martina Trophy played between Badrutt’s Palace and Maserati for third and fourth place. Melissa Ganzi made history last year by being crowned as the ‘First Lady of Snow Polo’ to secure
victory for her team as the first female player to do so. This year it was another first for the Ganzis as Melissa was joined on her team by her husband Marc. The couple are the first husband and wife duo to play in a final in St. Moritz - and what a match it was. Those that had been expecting the players to merely go through the motions were proved wrong from the first throw-in as
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SEMI FINAL: MASERATI 7.5 / 5 BADRUTT'S PALACE FINAL: ST. MORITZ 4 / 1.5 AZERBAIJAN LAND OF FIRE
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Maserati seized on the ball and scored within seconds of the starting bell; quickly capitalizing on the 2.5 goal lead they had for goal allowance. But the impressive work rate of Nic Roldan, teamed with the amazing 8-goal skills of his teammate Alejandro Novillo Astrada, showed that Badrutt’s meant business from the get-go and were clearly not taking the Maserati attack lightly as they swiftly notched up two goals to make it anybody’s game 3.5-2 in Maserati’s favor at the end of the first chukka. As the teams fought for possession in a wonderful, page 70
almost whistle-less passage of play, an amazing goal from Roldan and one in reply from Adrian Laplacette Jr. meant it was too close to call at half-time with the scores resting at 5.5-3. There was no score in the third chukka, but this did not reflect the end-to-end display of world-class polo as the battle for third place continued. The fourth chukka was edge of the seat stuff as Swiss National Team player Fabio Meier delighted the crowd with an amazing goal for Maserati to match that of any higher handicapped player. However, Meier’s goal seemed to ignite
the afterburners of the Badrutt’s Palace team with Novillo Astrada scoring from a great setup by Melissa Ganzi, followed just 30 seconds later by him once again finding the posts. In a nail-biting cliffhanger and with just over a minute on the clock, it looked as though last years’ champions were going to pull a proverbial rabbit out of the hat as a penalty was awarded to them. But it was not to be as the ball went wide, final time was called and Maserati ran out the winners with a close victory of 7.5 - 5.
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AN EXPECTED CLASH OF THE TITANS So it was on to the climax of the weekend: the final between Azerbaijan - Land of Fire and St. Moritz. After the clash between these two teams only yesterday which resulted in a very close score, it was certainly hard to predict who would be victorious. Talk in the players’ ranks was of an expected Clash of the Titans with both teams giving their all to secure the coveted title in this, the 36th year. The Azeri team started with a half goal advantage due to handicap, but despite expectations of a cohesive and multi-faceted attacking style, the boys in white did not ignite their polo fires and the result was that Valery Mishchenko’s ‘Red Devils’ in the iconic scarlet shirts of St. Moritz found the posts twice before the half time bell with nothing in reply from the Azeris. In the second half, the Azerbaijan - Land of Fire team rekindled their polo flame and began to give 10 goal arena player Max Charlton and 4 time-winner of the event, Nacho Gonzales, something to think about with a changed game plan. However, together, team St. Moritz played strong, close polo and despite their best endeavors, the Azeri team could not sufficiently shut down Max Charlton and his red shirted polo assassins in their quest for victory. With the wind beginning to pick up, it meant that accuracy on goal was hard, and two pivotal goal chances were missed by Azerbaijan, but it was a case of third time lucky as a goal from the Azerbaijan Captain, the talented Elchin Jamalli signaled the start of their offensive attack bringing the scores to a close 1.5 -3. The fourth chukka was thrilling, but it was Robert Strom page 73
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who needs a special mention – the Frenchman’s work rate was off the chart, with an easy, fluid style that attracted little response from the two mounted umpires. His endeavors were rewarded with a great goal that sealed the deal for his team. As the final bell sounded the final score was 1.5 -4. The Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz Trophy, sponsored by Chopard, was presented by Evelyne Sutter, Manager of the Chopard Boutique St. Moritz and Marijana Jakic, Brand Manager St. Moritz to a delighted Valery Mishchenko. The four winning players page 74
each received a Mille Miglia Chopard watch. The best Playing Patron, presented by Piero Dillier, Eviva Polo St. Moritz, was awarded to Fabio Meier. The Most Valuable Player was awarded to Max Charlton, who received a Chopard Alpine Eagle St. Moritz Edition, as sponsored by Chopard. While the Polo Times Best Playing Pony was awarded to Casanova played by Nacho Gonzalez for the majority of the fourth chukka, who received a bespoke pony rug and 200 Swiss Francs for the grooms.
And so, after such an amazing three days of fantastic polo, the birthplace of polo bid farewell to the 36th edition of the event. The Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz 2020 had managed to surpass all expectations and had once again been a triumph at every level and a credit to Reto Gaudenzi and his 250 strong team. The iconic resort of St. Moritz had achieved the pinnacle of beauty, hospitality and world class polo. If you were not here this year, you have missed out on something truly special. All photos by Eva Thompson for Polo Lifestyles 2020.
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GRAMMY AWARDS
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SOMBER TRIBUTES & BOLD FASHION A USUALLY FLAMBOYANT EVENT FOR FASHION AND POLITICS WAS DECIDEDLY RESERVED IN THE WAKE OF LOSS
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usic biggest event of the year has arrived in Hollywood: The 62nd annual Grammy Awards kick off in Los Angeles Sunday night in the wake of Kobe Bryant’s sudden death. Mourners gathered outside of the Staples Center. Tribute was paid to the basketball star from the onset of the evening. The awards ceremony, hosted by Alicia Keys, featured performances from musicians Billie Eilish and Lizzo, two of the Grammy’s most-nominat-
Left: Alicia Keys hosted the 62nd Grammy Awards show. Above: Billie Eilish was the big winner of the night.
ed artists. Stars such as Ariana Grande, the Jonas Brothers, Tyler, the Creator, John Legend, Usher and others joined the leading ladies for the awards show program as well. The ceremony has a history of bold, outré fashions. For fashion-history buffs, it’s hard to believe that it’s been 20 years since Jennifer Lopez’ Versace dress went viral and caused the invention of the modern Google Image search. Here are some of 2020’s top looks from the Polo Lifestyles fashion critics.
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Lil Nas X sported all-pink Versace, while Trevor Noah's striking tux was an updated look on traditional. Ariana Grande was stunning in Giambattista Valli. Right: Chrissy Teigen wowed in Yanina Couture.
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Album of the year “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?,” Billie Eilish Record of the year “Bad Guy,” Billie Eilish Song of the year “Bad Guy,” Billie Eilish Best new artist Billie Eilish Best rap/sung performance “Higher,” DJ Khaled featuring Nipsey Hussle and John Legend Best R&B album “Ventura,” Anderson .Paak
Best R&B song “Say So,” PJ Morton featuring JoJo
Town Road,” Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus
Best R&B performance “Come Home,” Anderson .Paak featuring André 3000
Best traditional pop vocal album “Look Now,” Elvis Costello & the Imposters
Best urban contemporary album “Cuz I Love You,” Lizzo
Best rock album “Social Cues,” Cage the Elephant
Best pop vocal album “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?” Billie Eilish
Best rock song “This Land,” Gary Clark Jr.
Best pop solo performance “Truth Hurts,” Lizzo Best pop duo/group performance “Old Best country album “While I’m Livin’,” Tanya Tucker Best country song “Bring My Flowers Now,” Tanya Tucker Best country solo performance “Ride Me Back Home,” Willie Nelson Best country duo/ group performance “Speechless,” Dan + Shay
Best alternative music album “Father of the Bride,” Vampire Weekend Best metal performance “7empest,” Tool Best traditional R&B performance “Jerome,” Lizzo Best new age album “Wings,” Peter Kater Best jazz vocal album “12 Little Spells,” Esperanza Spalding Best improvised jazz solo “Sozinho,” Randy Brecker
Best dance/electronic album “No Geography,” The Chemical Brothers
Best jazz instrumental album “Finding Gabriel,” Brad Mehldau
Best dance recording “Got to Keep On,” The Chemical Brothers
Best large jazz ensemble album “The Omni-American Book Club,” Brian Lynch Big Band
Best comedy album “Sticks and Stones,” Dave Chapelle Best music video “Old Town Road (Official Movie),” Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus Best contemporary instrumental album “Mettavolution,” Rodrigo y Gabriela
Top: Billy Porter in a custom Baja East sequined look and Demi Lovato sang "Anyone," her first live performance in two years.
Best rock performance “This Land,” Gary Clark Jr.
Best Latin jazz album “Antidote,” Chick Corea & the Spanish Heart Band Best gospel performance/song “Love Theory,” Kirk Franklin Best contemporary Christian music performance/song “God Only Knows,” For King & Country & Dolly Parton page 89
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Top: Lizzo wore a black gown by Christian Siriano, one of three outfits during the Grammys. Above: Priyanka Chopra and husband Nick Jonas. Chopra wore Ralph & Russo for the red carpet. Tyler, the Creator wore a pink bellhop outfit, complete with a suitcase that he carried on the red carpet. page 90
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Usher honored Prince's songs and memory with a mash-up of the icon's greatest hits. page 91
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Saint Valentine Extravaganza TO REPLENISH, REFOCUS & RECONNECT IN AN UNEXPECTED DESTINATION A CURATION OF EXQUISITE EXPERIENCES BY
AND OUR PARTNERS, INCLUDING
Waldorf Astoria CHICAGO
The Baker House THE HAMPTONS
Hotel Yountville N A PA VA LLE Y
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A WORLD OF LUXURY AWAITS AT CHICAGO'S
MOST ROMANTIC HOTEL The Waldorf Astoria
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This page: Dior men's show opened Art Basel Miami Beach 2019 to acclaim, but it was the sand sculptures and a $120,000 banana that shook headlines in the following days.
Left: Arriving at the Waldorf Astoria's well-appointed lobby that sparkles in the light of a massive crystal chandelier leaves a lasting impression. This page: Enjoy a relaxing soak in one of the property's opulently outfitted bathrooms with champagne and other room service delights.
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f curling up care-free in front of a roaring fire with a glass of Grand Cru and someone special sounds like the way you’d like to spend Valentine’s weekend, then the Presidential Suite at the Waldorf Astoria in Chicago is the answer to all of your heart’s desires.
Equally spacious and chic, with attentive yet discreet service, the two-bedroom unit with separate living and dining rooms, as well as a chef ’s kitchen and private prep space, the Presidential Suite commands a bird’s eye view of Chicago’s high-rise grid of luxury below.
Ask the concierge to book you into the indulgent haven, the Waldorf Astoria Spa, and take a quick trip down the elevator to revel in the award-winning spa experience, complete with quiet spaces, tea stations, pools and steam rooms. Or choose the more romantic option – have your treatment up in the Presidential Suite, utilizing the bonus media room tucked between the master bedroom and the living room. With its dark walls and soundproofing, it’s the perfect set up for a 90-minute couples massage, followed by a mani-pedi combo that will have you ready for your evening reservation at Chef Michael Mina’s Margeaux Brasserie.
One of the great advantages to the Waldorf Astoria Chicago is the on-site restaurant headed by its award-winning chef. Since it’s still chilly in Chicago this time of year, you don’t need to step foot outside of the property to continue your pampering. Let the staff at Margeaux Brasserie spoil you with recommendations and delicacies from the kitchen. The fine wine selection, along with signature cocktails – try a Casadragones Blanco-based House of Targaryen, a Patron-tequila Patroni, a Hennessey XO, or a Glenmorangie Signet – complements an ever-changing menu along with some special additions. Valentine’s will feature a five-course, page 97
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prix fixe menu that will personify the beloved 1920s Années Folles grandeur. Ask for dessert to be served back in the Presidential Suite and toast to your romance with Taittinger Brut La Francaise that finishes the French Vanilla Souffle course perfectly. Not spending the weekend with a partner? The Presidential Suite sleeps four comfortably, so organizing a group of friends or family for a weekend of fun and pampering is simple. Turn it up a notch by asking the concierge for an evening-out option and hit the town in style with drop off and pick up by the house car. Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Margeaux Brasserie, complete with a Bottomless Rose option to accompany decadent French-inspired takes on brunch staples, is a do-notmiss, so set that alarm clock to make your reservation on time. The Waldorf Astoria Chicago truly lives up to its reputation as the Most Romantic Hotel in Chicago, and that’s something you can enjoy whether you’re spending the weekend with a lover or someone you love. Top: Let the staff of Margeaux Brasserie delight your senses with refreshing cocktails, champagne selections and mouth-watering dishes from Michael Mina's kitchen. Above: The spacious Presidential Suite is perfect for a romantic weekend or getaway with friends. page 98
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Top: Book a spa appointment for yourself or for both of us... in the award-winning spa or in-room. Above: The house car awaits to take you to your destination of choice, but with the close proximity to the best of Chicago, you might choose a romantic stroll under the lights. page 99
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A Sweet New Year Ring in 2020 with rare bejeweled confections from the Winston Candy Collection. Bold, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind candy-colored gems promise to make this your sweetest year yet.
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SLEEPING IN LUXURY: HAMPTONS MOST NOTABLE INN
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Romance awaits at The Baker House 1650, where richly appointed rooms blend thoughtful technology and modern convenience.
ocumented as one of the oldest continuously occupied structures in the United States, The Baker House 1650 and its history make it a truly a movie-worthy estate. Yet the patrons that frequent the establishment don’t come here for the flamboyant glitz of the Hamptons, but for the secluded, casual luxury it provides. Located in East Hampton, just a twohour drive from New York City, this extensive property was built in 1648 by a sea captain who chose the location for the central access to water and its notable serenity. Founder and owner Antonella Bertello acquired the property almost 16 years ago who, at that time, lovingly coorpage 102
dinated a complete renovation of the Elizabethan-style estate, which stands the same as you see it today – absolutely flawless. The property is divided into two spectacular homes: The Baker House and The Carriage House. Great care and attention to historical detail have been taken to preserve the unique features of both centuries-old homes. From their original wood and slate floors to the exposed hand-sewn wooden beams, the integrity of what shaped the personality of each home remain untouched yet updated to the premiums of five-star luxury. The boutique property features richly appointed rooms blending thoughtful technology and modern convenience into this icon of history. This Frette exclusive property means you will
sleep - and even beach - on the softest sheets and towels known to man and you will find L’Occitane products in each bathroom. For guests needing more space to sprawl out, there are two expansive luxury suites in the Baker Carriage House that will definitely fit that qualification. Around Valentine’s Day is always an exciting time for The Baker House as the property’s hidden treasure, The Baker Spa, comes alive. An intimate and indulgent environment featuring innovative spa treatments, magnificent facilities and the most gracious, expert service keep both individuals or couples in pure bliss. Guests leave the world behind during one of the popular Oxygen Facials by the Swiss luxury skincare line, Luzern Labs, or opt for the ultimate in relax-
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ation with the signature Deep Tissue Experience. The Baker Spa features a stunning collection of signature treatments and also includes a spacious steam and dry sauna, pool, soaking tub, and private changing room – all perfect for getting away, refreshing and reconnecting.
The Baker House 1650 has been selected by Conde Nast Johansens, as the “Most Excellent Inn of the Americas” and was named “Inn of the Month” by Travel and Leisure Magazine. Town and Country said the property “offers the kind of plush accommodations that you’d expect to find in an area famous for its residen-
The Baker Spa features a stunning collection of signature treatments, all perfect for getting away, refreshing and reconnecting, while the rooms are oases of luxurious finishes complemented by signature service.
tial real estate.” Time Out New York said “the most distinctive B&B on the East End is so mind-boggling gorgeous that it’s hard to believe anyone is actually allowed to sleep here.” We suggest you make it your business to visit The Baker House 1650, for here time stands still while luxury surrounds your every move.
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HOTEL & SPA YOUNTVILLE
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ucked away in the heart of wine country sits a charming, bucolic paradise, where the number of Michelin stars outnumber the square mileage and the vino flows free: Welcome to Hotel Yountville.
Rooms are bright and airy, decorated with natural fibers, shades of cream and camel, and pops of sunset orange, some featuring vaulted ceilings and French doors that open onto a private patio and cool Napa breezes. Suites have white bead-board barn doors, in-room wet bars, and stone fireplaces. Bathrooms are spa-like with white herringbone subway tile showers and deep alcove bathtubs. page 106
The town of Yountville, named for the presumed first English-speaking resident and first winemaker of Napa County, Charles C. Yount, is one of the oldest incorporated towns in California and has long been a quaint haven for winemakers and oenophiles alike. The opening of a number of sublime restaurants put Yountville on the map, so to speak. Still, Yountville has managed to preserve its cozy, rustic feel, and Hotel Yountville perfectly captures the town’s down-to-earth ethos. Style: A charming, country-chic retreat constructed from Napa river rocks and exposed timber beams captures the natural beauty of the surrounding valley while still main-
taining an elegant, modern feel. Standout Detail: The centuries-old Heritage Oak tree, the oldest in the valley, around which the property was constructed and after which the hotel’s on-site restaurant was named. This Place is Perfect For: Couples splurging on a romantic wine country getaway and au courant oenophiles looking for a tasteful place to bed down while exploring nearby vineyards. Rooms: 80, designed with the simple, sophisticated aesthetic of a stylish country home. Fieldstone fireplaces, high vaulted ceilings, whitewashed exposed wooden beams, four poster beds, and a bright, earthy palette lend each room a rustic feel, and in the
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bathroom, sunken tubs are the height of comfort. On Site: The Spa at Hotel Yountville, an 80-person private event space with adjoining terraces, a fitness center, an outdoor pool and poolside lounge with a fire pit, and complimentary
bicycle rentals. Food and Drink: Heritage Oak, the hotel’s signature restaurant, serves decadent, modern American breakfast and lunchtime fare that highlights fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Guests can dine on the outdoor ter-
race, poolside, in-room — and have a meal delivered via three-wheel bicycle — or order a prepared picnic basket to take on the road. The Lobby Lounge is an intimate spot for cocktails and small bites. page 107
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IN THE WORLD'S TOP PROPERTIES
POST RANCH INN BIG SUR The 39-room Post Ranch Inn is one of the most beautiful hotels in the United States -- if not the entire world -- and offers a romantic, intimate stay amid gorgeous natural surroundings. The hotel is built into the cliffs of Big Sur, and the organic architecture is breathtaking, seeming to grow out of the ground beside the hotel’s surpage 110
rounding redwoods. The spacious, eco-sensitive rooms have ocean or mountain views (that are sometimes obstructed by the pervasive fog that the area is known for) and many feature floor-to-ceiling windows to better show them off. Rooms also have wood-burning fireplaces, radiant floor heating, outdoor showers or hot tubs, private decks, and organic bath
products and linens -- but no televisions or alarm clocks as the hotel strives for a peaceful environment. The award-winning spa focuses on rejuvenating services and even has a shaman on-site; the restaurant, Sierra Mar, is one of the best in Big Sur; the hotel’s clifftop pools are stunning; and free amenities (such as yoga and stargazing) are abundant.
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ENCHANTMENT RESORT SEDONA You’d imagine that an isolated canyon resort would be a tranquil place to relax and do nothing—and it is—but there are also myriad activities available daily for those who want to do more than lounge by the pool looking at the scenery. Hiking Boynton Canyon is probably the most popular activity, but there are jeep tours, hot air balloon rides, tennis courts, a golf club, cooking demos, wine tastings and wellness workshops…and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Accommodation at Enchantment is in adobe casitas that complement the landscape; inside, natural materials including wool Pendleton blankets, benches upholstered in leather, and stone countertops help enhance the feeling of being in one of nature’s most spectacular achievements. Comforts aren’t neglected—beehive fireplaces occupy a corner of most rooms and are deliciously cozy on cool desert nights, viewing decks are generously sized and look out onto the red rock formations, and the pool suites have heated outdoor spa pools with waterfall features that are a romantic’s dream.
SALAMANDER RESORT & SPA MIDDLEBURG VA Sprawling over 340 acres of rolling foothill outside historic Middleburg, this is Horse Country’s blue-ribbon steed, with a 168-room French manor hotel, a splurge-worthy spa and a state-of-the-art equestrian center. Salamander Hotel & Resorts CEO Sheila C. Johnson was personally involved in every detail, from the manicured entry to the clubby Gold Cup billiards room to the spa’s infinity pool terrace, which is based on the one on her own estate (just down the tree-lined country lane). Her boldest statement is the formal parlor, where a classic French aesthetic is updated with bright robin’s egg–blues, pops of sunny yellow and sleek wood and leather furnishings bracketed by white stone fireplaces; a wall of three French doors opens onto the Grand Lawn and the hills beyond. The clubby, equestrian vibe works well in the guestrooms and suites, too, with leather chairs, rich wood furnishings and pops of baby blue. Dinner is served at Harrimans Virginia Piedmont Grill — the name is a nod to the estate’s former owners, and the menu is an ode to the countryside, with local meat, fish and cheese, and many vegetables grown in the property’s garden, just outside the window. page 111
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AMANGIRI CANYON POINT UTAH Set within a postcard-perfect corner of southern Utah and surrounded by national parks, the 600-acre Amangiri is tucked away in a protected valley among the canyons, flat-topped mesas, and desert landscapes of the Grand Circle. The resort’s architecture and decor allow the area’s natural beauty to take center stage—interiors are decorated in a minimalist fashion, using natural materials such as white stone and concrete, Douglas fir timber, blackened steel, and polished glass. The 34 accommodations range from 1,150-square-foot mesa- or desert-view suites to larger options with private pools, plus one four-bedroom home with living and dining areas and a kitchen; all include private outdoor space (terraces or courtyards), fireplaces, and heated floors for cooler desert nights. The local landscape also shines through in the cuisine, which includes Southwestern-inspired dishes served in view of the sweeping desert. In the sprawling 25,000-square-foot spa, treatments are inspired by Navajo healing traditions and begin with sage smudging ceremonies. When you’re not exploring the surroundings on guided hikes and horseback rides, or kayaking on nearby Lake Powell, linger on property for the cold and heated pools and yoga pavilion.
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LAKE PLACID LODGE LAKE PLACID On the shores of Lake Placid, its mirror-like waters reflecting the majestic Adirondack Mountains, sits Lake Placid Lodge. Guests are charmed by the distinctive Arts and Crafts style of the main lodge and the craftsmanship evident throughout the resort. Everything from the beds to the great stone fireplaces has been built by hand by local artisans. A stay here revolves around nature and the outdoors, with activities like hiking, biking, boating and skiing. Of course, relaxation is always available, as is the excellent farm-to-table cuisine in the Lodge’s restaurants. Meals savored on the deck are made even more enjoyable by the spectacular lake and mountain views.
HOTEL WAILEA MAUI The property was once a private club for Japanese investors—it’s that unusual history that explains the Zen-like beauty of the grounds, filled with mango trees, bamboo stands, koi ponds, cascading waterfalls and timber footbridges. The 72 suites, grouped in sets of four, feature a kitchenette and separate living and sleeping quarters. Guest room bathrooms are built for a king: cue a deep, angular soaking tub set on a pedestal, next to an enormous rain shower, with the stone-tiled bathroom separate from vanity and toilet. Bedrooms feature natural textures and tones from polished timber floorboards through to marine-themed artwork. The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea offers romantic dining with a view from the balcony or more intimate low-walled garden. Hawaiian ingredients—think Kona lobster and Kauai shrimp—are highlighted throughout the Italian menu. The pool area features private cabanas and a full bar service, along with evening fire pits. page 113
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THE CLOISTER AT SEA ISLAND GA The Cloister was founded more than 80 years ago. The original building was razed in 2006 to make way for the new 175-room Cloister and beach club. The $350 million expansion added modern amenities and a spa, while retaining the original Mediterranean-style red-tiled roofs, stuccoed arches and tower stairways. The property’s interior evokes the feeling of a private home. All rooms come with butler service and are dressed in floral print draperies with trim custom-made in Portugal, dark wood armoires and deep soaking tubs. Suites run as large as 2,200; the views vary from ocean to river to garden to marsh. The charm is in the details. The finishes are muted, never shiny. The artwork is by local painters and European masters alike. A collection of 670 handmade Turkish rugs cloak the floors. There’s a smoking lounge, an atrium and the Spanish Lounge, with stained glass windows and pocket doors. A husband-and-wife team helms the kitchen of the Georgian Room, where the tables are set with hand-painted Bernardaud china and Waterford crystal in preparation for the refined Southern dishes of chef Daniel Zeal. Imagine wagyu short ribs with hominy relish and strawberry custard pie with vanilla Chantilly and rhubarb sherbet.
CALISTOGA RANCH CALISTOGA CA Though just near downtown Calistoga, this collection of cottages feels like a woodsy escape, its cedar-shingled buildings blending into its forested canyon setting. Floor-to-ceiling windows, indoor-outdoor showers and spacious decks keep the focus on nature. The look inside is more minimalist with a muted palette, clean-lined furniture and a focus on natural textures—rough-hewn woods, woven seagrass, stone. There’s a tucked away romance to the 50 private cottages, which range from 600 to a massive 2,400 square feet. All accommodations have outdoor living areas with fireplaces, the perfect spot to curl up with a glass of red as the sun sets. Oversized bathrooms have both indoor and outdoor copper showers, double vanities and botanical bath products. page 114
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SURF AND SAND RESORT LAGUNA BEACH CA Surf and Sand blends Golden Age glamor with bungalow-style beach appeal. Right on 500 feet of Laguna Beach’s premier sandy beach, the hotel tumbles down a hill to the water. Described as its own sun-drenched village, Surf and Sand feels intimate and secluded despite its prime address in the center of town. Private, oceanfront balconies grace all 167 guestrooms overlooking the beach, the lounger-dotted pool and the ocean beyond, or the sand. Interiors capture the spirit of beach life in a palette of ocean-blue and white, bleached wood and plantation shutters, and an abundance of original artwork gives a nod to Laguna Beach’s artsy reputation. Spacious and simple bathrooms have separate tubs and showers, plus double vanities and luxe products by Philosophy.
J.K. PLACE CAPRI ITALY Discreet charm and home-like ease, this is the philosophy behind the creation of the J.K. Place Capri. The hotel’s interiors echo the style and the concept of a luxurious residence, enhanced by the light and color of the sea. Spacious rooms where the artful revival of the classical style is accented by the sunny curtains and the luminous white floors, highlighting the spectacular views of the Capri coastlines through the windows and balconies. Additional stylish touches: precious marbles of the bathrooms, and the elegant black-and-white carpets, conceived like frames marking out the various areas of the bedrooms. The sumptuousness of subtle elegance and taste makes the J.K. Place Capri a place where comfort and well-being are combined with an exceptional location, overlooking the sea along the luxuriant coastline that has long been a sought-after destination. page 115
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HUKA LODGE NEW ZEALAND Huka Lodge has long been considered one of the top retreats in the world, with an extensive and continuous list of prestigious awards bearing testament to this. Nestling within a riverside location of great natural beauty, guests find true relaxation and inner peace as the real world is left behind. Nurtured by gourmet food, fine wine and attentive service guests luxuriate within the privacy of 17-acres of manicured grounds, within a Garden of National Significance. With over 20 unique and deliberately romantic venues available for private dining, guests are spoiled for choice and every last detail is considered for their comfort.
BADRUTT’S PALACE ST. MORITZ
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the things that have made this hotel famous – its long-running tradition of excellent service and its legendary parties. Today the resort offers access to an incredible 350 kilometers of pistes between the top funicular station to the village of Celerina. Like everything in this luxurious town, the lift passes don’t come cheap, but the terrain that
skiers can access is truly spectacular. St. Moritz is also the home of bobsledding, boasting the world’s first run, which dates from 1904. Olympians train here (the Olympics has been held here twice) but you can still have a go as a paying customer should you have a Cool Runnings fantasy you wish to fulfill.
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ZOETRY PARAISO DE LA BONITA PUERTO MORELOS MEXICO
SHANGRI-LA PARIS The Eiffel Tower views, the indulgent French pastries, the quaint homes lining cobblestone streets — it’s hard not to have a magical time on a trip to Paris. But if you’re traveling from afar and hoping to return home with truly unforgettable memories of the City of Light, a stay in an actual Parisian palace may be up your alley. The elegant Shangri-La Hotel on the quieter west side of Paris was originally built in the late 1800s as a glitzy home for Prince Roland Bonaparte. Re-opened as a hotel in 2010, it now boasts an indoor pool (a space that was once a stable), restored grand salons and 101 spacious-yet-cozy guest rooms. The former royal residence sits directly across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower, meaning half of the rooms feature picturesque, close-up views of the monument that may or may not have been the motivation behind your whole trip.
Zoëtry offers the usual Riviera Maya delights: salt and freshwater pools, a white sand beach, and more margaritas than you could possibly drink. On top of all of that, this 90-suite wellness resort encourages visitors to tap into the local culture. Take free Spanish—or Mayan—classes, participate in an indigenous shamanic
Temazcal ritual, take an ecologist-led tour of the nearby coral reefs, or even help a local farmer feed his animals. The on-site restaurants (there’s La Canoa, which is French, Kaax, which is Yucatecan, plus the beach-side grill El Chiringuito) serve organic cuisine and fresh juices.
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LA RESIDENCE FRANSCHHOEK SOUTH AFRICA
HOTEL DU CAP EDEN ROC CAP D’ANTIBES FRANCE
Set in the heart of a private working farm, La Residence is encircled by lush vineyards, flourishing plum orchards and fragrant manicured gardens. Guests can unwind in luxuriously appointed suites exquisitely adorned with ornate antiques and plush Persian carpets, complete with palatial bathrooms and sunny verandas.
Located at the tip of the Cap d’Antibes peninsula midway between Cannes and Nice, this exceptionally luxurious and atmospheric 19th-century mansion overlooks 22 acres of manicured gardens edged by the Mediterranean. The château’s ornate reception area leads to four floors containing 118 elegant, antiques-filled rooms, many with small private terraces and all offering spacious marble baths. Most exclusive is the all-suite Eden-Roc Pavilion wing, secluded by the water’s edge. Fine dining is served at Eden-Roc Restaurant, which offers traditional Mediterranean cuisine and breathtaking views. Other public areas include the gorgeous Bar Bellini, a Champagne lounge and a chocolate atelier. Additional amenities are highlighted by private beach cabanas, a kids’ club from June to September, a heated infinity pool, five clay tennis courts, a wellness center and a La Prairie spa.
Dining at La Residence is a leisurely, palate-delighting experience where guests will discover the fine flavors, diverse textures and superbly fresh ingredients of the picturesque Franschhoek Valley. Those in search of relaxation can unwind in the villa’s magnificent infinity pool or indulge in soul-soothing wellness treatments. Adventures include golf, trout fishing, quad-biking, scenic helicopter flights, para-gliding, hot-air ballooning and horseback tours of the surrounding wine farms. page 118
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ith the help of an extensive panel of industry leaders, GOLFSCAPE brings the official countdown of the Top Golf Courses in the World. Join us as we travel through forests, over clifftops, and across the desert to uncover the world’s top golf courses.
The golf courses featured in this official ranking offer experiences to remember, from Scotland’s legendary layouts as the birthplace of golf, to the unspoiled spectacular nature of golf courses in South Africa. page 122
BANDON DUNES AT BANDON DUNES GOLF RESORT USA Staying true to the spirit of Scotland’s ancient links, Bandon Dunes offers a timeless game in the heart of Oregon’s rugged coast. Pristine native dunes, sparkling ocean views, and indigenous vegetation are revealed in almost every hole.
THE LINKS COURSE AT FANCOURT SOUTH AFRICA Sculpted into what golfing icon Gary Player has described as his greatest feat as a designer, The Links is the golf-
ing hallmark of the Fancourt estate. Featuring a dune-style landscape, the course is the collaborative handiwork of Player, course designer Phil Jacobs, and Fancourt’s owner Dr. Hasso Plattner.
THE OCONEE COURSE AT REYNOLDS LAKE OCONEE USA Nestled along the Lake Oconee shoreline, the Oconee Course is a dramatic layout with a rewarding play. Designed by Rees Jones, the course offers five holes in which the lake comes directly into play while the four other holes offer superb lake views.
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in late 2015, it’s since attracted golfers from all over the globe to its location on King Island. Surrounded by ocean views on all sides and each hole varying from the last, this is a tribute to pure links golf not to be forgotten.
TARA ITI GOLF CLUB NEW ZEALAND
Newly opened since just 2015, this beautiful layout is the first-ever American-style private club to grace New Zealand. Wide ocean views and bold mountainous scenery are the backdrops of this course. Greens are open and the location is perfectly nestled by the glistening shoreline.
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THE WEST LINKS AT NORTH BERWICK GOLF CLUB SCOTLAND
Since the 17th century, golf has been played on the remarkable West Links course – a championship course with a true links experience. The course offers breathtaking views of the Firth of Forth, the Islands of Bass Rock, Craigleith, and the town of North Berwick itself.
CAPE WICKHAM LINKS AUSTRALIA
Cape Wickham quickly gained international recognition upon its completion
Set along the charming North Sea coastline, Kingsbarns offers traditional Scottish links golf just 7 miles from St Andrews. Additionally, the course is the annual co-host for European Tour’s Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, presenting players with a majestic sea view from each hole.
CAPE KIDNAPPERS GOLF COURSE NEW ZEALAND Built on a ridge-and-valley landscape and with stunning sea views, Cape Kidnappers Golf Course plays high above the ocean atop dramatic cliffs.
Designed by legendary golf architect Tom Doak, the Cape Kidnappers par-71 golf course measures 7,147 yards and will challenge golfers of all skill levels.
ROYAL BIRKDALE GOLF CLUB UNITED KINGDOM
Nestled in Southport’s golden links, Royal Birkdale has hosted more Championship and International tournaments since the second world war than any other course in the world. Golfers are assured to follow in the footsteps of many greats with a warm welcome and a golfing experience second to none.
NEW SOUTH WALES GOLF CLUB AUSTRALIA
Proudly standing since 1928, this historic location is flanked by water on 3 sides and perched amongst foliage-covered sandhills. The inspiring layout has small greens with undulating fairways and has many features that represent true links golf.
THE OLD COURSE AT BALLYBUNION GOLF CLUB IRELAND
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with sparkling ocean views and a raw challenge.
KINGSTON HEATH GOLF CLUB AUSTRALIA
The course is renowned for its natural charm and strategies created by its superbly crafted greens and bunkers. Designed by Dan Soutar and built by one of golf ’s unsung heroes – Mick Morcom – the course opened in 1925 at 6,800 yards and par-82 which made it one of the longest and hardest courses in Australia.
PACIFIC DUNES AT BANDON DUNES RESORT USA The wind bustles through 60 ft sand dunes, fairways and bunkers flow to the rugged landscape, and shore pine trees accent the grounds. Many holes provide amazing views of the Pacific Ocean. Designed by Tom Doak, this course demands accuracy. page 124
THE OLD COURSE AT ST. ANDREWS SCOTLAND Despite being acknowledged as one of the best and oldest courses in the world, the Old Course at St Andrews is open to all. Widely known by many as the home of golf, the iconic public course is recognized from the Swilcan Bridge and Hell Bunkers.
CABOT CLIFFS, CAPE BRETON CANADA
Meandering through the coastal dunes and ocean-side cliffs of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, lies the world-class Cabot Cliffs. Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw designed an even mix of par 3s, 4s, and 5s to offer golfers a wide array of shots with breathtaking ocean views from every hole.
PEBBLE BEACH GOLF LINKS USA Known as one of the United States’ best public courses, Pebble Beach Golf Links is a regular host for international tournaments such as the U.S. Open. Golfers can enjoy breathtaking sea views for 8 holes and finish off with the iconic hourglass-shaped green on the 17th followed by the most famous finishing hole in golf.
THE WEST COURSE AT ROYAL MELBOURNE GOLF CLUB AUSTRALIA
The West Course has a rugged, natural character, accented by native grasses framing each hole. The bunkering is bold with large, beautifully contoured putting surfaces. Most holes are dogleg, meaning distance means nothing while angle into the pin is everything.
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ROYAL COUNTY DOWN GOLF CLUB NORTHERN IRELAND
Royal County Down is uniquely located in a beautiful and natural setting in the Murlough Nature Reserve with a magnificent backdrop of the Mountains of Morne. As the course stretches along Dundrum Bay, every hole offers a different view – in particular, the ninth hole is favored amongst many golfers.
ROYAL DORNOCH GOLF CLUB SCOTLAND
Bordering the Dornoch Firth, the classic links land will offer you nothing but wild magnificent seas, skies, and mountains with ancient grass covering the dunes. Additionally, the par-70 Championship Course’s first 8 holes are played on the upper level of the duneland while the rest are found at beach level. page 125
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FASHION RECAP & LOOKS FROM THE RED CARPET
Left: Winnie Harlow in sequins; Above: Kerry Washington and Rene Zellweger. STANLEY PIERRE-ETIENNE @lanmoupouranyon Style Contributor & Host "Glamour TV Show"
The Golden Globes are the first red carpet event of the award season, so the expectations are high for stars to come out with a bang. Aside from being the first, the red carpet of the Golden Globes is also one of the most glamorous, prestigious and anticipated of all award shows.
The looks from this year’s Golden Globes were great…for the most part. We did have some surprises, what with a few stars who we expected to wow us but did the exact opposite. For example, in the case of Jennifer Lopez, who looked like a giant gift wrapped up in a green and gold ribbon, or Charlize Theron in that corseted green dress with a train. Despite those mishaps, let’s turn our attention to the best fashion of the night. Black was one of the trending colors on the red carpet this year with Jennifer Aniston wearing a plain black gown from Dior. Rooney Mara and Michelle
Pfeiffer both wore sleeveless black dresses, with Mara in a Givenchy, and Pfieffer in a Brunello Cucinelli. Winnie Harlow wore a fringe dress from LaQuan, which was more suited for an after party than for the carpet, but she looked stunning nonetheless. How can we forget Ana de Armas in her Ralph & Russo Couture princess gown looking absolutely breathtaking? But the best-dressed star award went to Kerry Washington with her risky choice of a long, black skirt with only a gorgeous diamond chain as a top under a black blazer. page 131
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RED CARPET FASHION WINNERS NICOLE KIDMAN VERSACE
MARGOT ROBBIE CHANEL COUTURE
SIENNA MILLER GUCCI
Another trend was black and white, with Zoe Kravitz wearing a polka dot dress in two different fabrics from YSL, Cynthia Erivo in a Thom Browne gown that took 800 hours to make and Awkwafina’s Dior black jacket and simple skirt paired with page 132
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a dramatic white waffled tulle collar. We had a lot of color too, especially Red with Nicole Kidman in her brightred Atelier Versace gown, and Scarlett Johansson with her dramatic and
glamorous voluminous red ball gown by Vera Wang. Zoey Deutch rocked a statement-making Fendi bright yellow gown with enormous long sleeves, and Priyanka Chopra looked beyond gorgeous and old Hollywood glamorous
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CYNTHIA ERIVO THOM BROWNE
wearing a pink flamingo off-shoulder gown with a train by Cristina Ottaviano. Some other looks had us all in a clamor, like the sheer tulle Fendi Brown gown worn by Gwyneth Paltrow and the citric
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acid Gucci dress in yellow/lime green and beige Sienna Miller wore, the minimal ice-blue, strapless column gown by Armani Privé that Renée Zellweger dazzled us with or the pocketed long white skirt with an strapless sequined
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embellished bodice top Chanel Couture outfit worn by Margot Robbie. By Stanley Pierre Etienne Style Contributor Polo Lifestyles 2020 •
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he first month of 2020 heralded a heightened sense of political activism shown through designers’ creativity, as evidenced by many Top 10 Fall 2020 Men’s Fashion shows. Perhaps most ubiquitous was the concept of gender-nonconformity and inclusion of the non-binary elements, illustrated in various degrees by Marni, JW Anderson, Dior Men’s and others. Alessandro Michele of Gucci tackled issues of gender head-on by calling out toxic masculinity and producing a collection that embraces the idea of carefree boys
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playing dress-up, heedless of the gender norms society might try to impose on them. Interestingly, Virgil Abloh for Louis Vuitton also delved into childhood memories for inspiration, although the results were less gender-fluid than Gucci’s collection. The outcome did include various interpretations of men’s suiting that incorporated out-sized frills and ruffles, plus a shirt with lace-like cut-outs using shapes from Louis Vuitton’s iconic luggage motif. Perhaps the most impactful political statement came from Raf Simons,
whose “Solar Youth” walked down the runway with arms constricted by clear plastic, zippered textile wraps and furlined hand warmers under a blaze of yellow light, which seemed to mimic sunshine struggling through a haze of smog. Dystopian and post-apocalyptic with hints of grunge and metal, Simons seemed to be channeling the sad beauty of a dying world, which future generations may inherit if we do not implement systems to reduce ecological degradation in the coming decades. Here are The Impression Top 10 Men’s fashion shows of Fall 2020 season.
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JW ANDERSON
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LOUIS VUITTON
JW ANDERSON
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FOOD AS ART
GUCCI AND CHEF MASSIMO BOTTURA WILL OPEN A NEW ROOFTOP RESTAURANT IN BEVERLY HILLS
The DAEM x Basquiat Collaboration Tells More Than Time
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ashion and food are not the most natural fit, but when I see Massimo Bottura sporting a colorful Gucci sweater it all makes perfect sense. The stylish Italian chef was in New York for a brief visit and he couldn’t conceal his excitement for a project in Los Angeles: the new Gucci Osteria which is opening stateside in spring 2020.
The interior of Gucci's Osteria in Florence, a fun and casual restaurant concept.
“It will be a very cool rooftop terrace on Rodeo Drive,” the Michelin three-star chef says. The smart-casual venue will be the second that he and the storied fashion house have opened together. The first Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura in Florence, Italy, opened in 2018 and has been an overwhelming success, earning its first Michelin star earlier this month.
twice—the chef is vying for a more relaxed atmosphere within the new LA joint.
Segueing slightly from the fine dining format that put him on the map— Bottura’s Osteria Francescana has been dubbed the World’s Best Restaurant
Michele, the creative director of Gucci since 2015, was responsible for designing the Florence space—which is adorned in shades of lush green and panels of plush
“Just like the Gucci Osteria in Florence, we want it to be fun and casual Italian,” Bottura says. “We’re planning to use high-quality produce from the LA Farmers Market and it will look amazing thanks to Alessandro Michele.”
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Gucci's Marco Bizzarri and Chef Massimo Bottura are also working on the first American refettorio—which is basically a soup kitchen that also fights food surplus. Bottura launched the very first refettorio at the 2015 Milan Expo and is now bringing the concept Stateside “For the fragile souls. For the people who need it. For the community.” Left: Fresh menu options. This page: Chef Massimo Bottura (pictured) will team up with Gucci's CEO Marco Bizzarri to open the Beverly Hills Gucci Osteria sometime this spring.
velvet—and he will also helm the Los Angeles fit-out. Foodwise, diners can expect elevated yet lively dishes—the Italian counterpart serves up pork buns, burgers and tortellini, for instance—which capitalizes on the mash-up of cultures found in the West Coast city. And will Bottura be in the kitchen? “I’ll be there for the launch, yes.”
The partnership between the chef and luxury label spans many decades—Gucci’s CEO Marco Bizzarri and Bottura have been best friends for over 40 years—and Bottura believes this relationship is a catalyst for ongoing success. “When ideas are born of friendships, they harness a different strength, and this is just the beginning of an exciting adventure.”
The pair are also working on the first American refettorio—which is basically a soup kitchen that also fights food surplus. Bottura launched the very first refettorio at the 2015 Milan Expo and is now bringing the concept stateside, “For the fragile souls. For the people who need it. For the community.” Bottura will leverage his rela-
tionships with the country’s top chefs to turn the excess food from supermarkets into comforting meals, while Gucci focuses on transforming the old Church—located in Harlem around 19th Street—into a beautiful new space. “With beauty, you really can rebuild the dignity of the people,” Bottura says. page 149
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THE VIRTUAL CADDY SHAKING UP GOLF
What if your watch could advise you on the course? Garmin has introduced a product that can do just that and more.
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Garmin's New Smartwatch Guides You Through 41,000 Worldwide Golf Courses
Imagine a caddie you can carry on your wrist—a pocket-sized helper that will tell you wind speed or selects the best club for each shot all while weighing just 2.2 ounces.
ing technology that promises to drastically improve the time you spend on the course. The “Virtual Caddie” feature includes detailed golf maps for more than 41,000 courses worldwide and can analyze critical factors, like wind speed, terrain and club type.
No need to imagine. Garmin’s new ceramic golf watch does exactly that. Known as Approach S62, the sleek GPS smartwatch boasts premium golf-track-
The “PinPointer” option can assist golfers who are stuck with a blind shot and gives exact directions to the pin, while the “PlaysLike Distance” feature adjusts
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yardages to compensate for uphill and downhill shots. Additionally, “Hazard View” allows golfers to quickly locate (and subsequently avoid) hazards on the course and the “Green View” displays each green’s true shape. Avid golfers can make use of the “Autoshot” analyzer to measure and record each shot and gain even more insight into their game by pairing the watch with the Garmin Golf app post
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play. The app calculates an array of performance stats—like hit/miss percentage and handicap—to keep your game on track.
Virtual Caddy and More Approach S62 also features general fitness tracking—such as heart rate monitoring and blood oxygen levels—and has in-built smart notifications to alert you to new emails and texts. It even has Garmin Pay, a contactless payment
solution that effectively replaces your wallet. The timepiece pairs perfectly with swanky golf attire, too. Approach S62 can be fitted with a white or black strap—available in leather, silicone, nylon, or titanium—and features a large scratch-resistant ceramic bezel. The 1.3-inch color touchscreen is 17 percent larger than the previous model and can be easily read while on the go.
“The Approach S62 gives golfers access to essential golfing information like no other watch on the market with a style that goes beyond the clubhouse,” said Garmin vice president of global consumer sales Dan Bartel. It really is the golf watch to end all golf watches. The Approach S62 is available now via the Garmin website and is priced at $499.99.
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SUBLIME & GENEROUSLY FLAVORFUL GRAPES CEZAR KUSIK @cezareatsdirt Wine Contributor
The Rhone Valley wine region of France is roughly divided into the two sub-regions of Northern and Southern, which, considering their geographic positioning, differ dramatically in their climate, topography and geology. Northern Rhone has a continental climate with overall cooler temperatures, more precipitation and less sunshine. The landscape is rugged with steep hills along the banks of the river, and the soil is composed mainly of hardened granite. The Southern Rhone is gentler, and proximity to the Mediterranean Sea influences its mild weather. The land flattens here, and the soil becomes more agriculturally manageable, comprised predominantly of limestone and alluvial deposits. The farther south, the warmer it gets allowing for a wider range of grape varieties to be planted. Twenty-plus wine grapes are grown in Southern Rhone wherein the north’s more restrictive climate, the choice of grapes is limited to only a handful. Finally, the north-south division is reflected quantitatively. The north boasts page 160
appellations of stronger pedigree and international renown: Hermitage, Côte Rotie and Condrieu, but it produces only about five percent of the whole Rhone Valley wines. The south, with its multitude of sub-regions, offers a variety of styles of wines of substantially different qualities. Châteauneuf-duPape appellation is, without a doubt, the region’s flagship and pride. In the year 1305 the cardinal of Bordeaux, Bertrand de Got, was elected Pope of the Catholic Church and assumed the name, Clement V. Having had strong affiliations with France and exhibiting a bit of the classic French arrogance, he moved the capital of papacy from Rome to the French city of Avignon, giving birth to a line of the so-called “Avignonese Popes” who flourished until 1377. The reign of Clement V was relatively short, only lasting until 1314, but in that period, he developed a reputation of an avid connoisseur and a passionate wine drinker. Burgundy was his wine of choice, but he didn’t shy away from wines of other regions. The city of Avignon lies along the banks of the Rhone River, where vines had grown and wines been made for centuries before the Pope’s residency in the region; their quality and reputation were sub-standard.
A small village in proximity to Avignon became a frequent vacation destination for the clergy of the era. It later came to be known as Châteauneuf-du-Pape. During their rule, the Avignonese Popes contributed greatly to popularizing the viticulture in the region. Did you know? Châteauneuf-duPape translates to “Pope’s new castle.” Traditionally the bottles of wine from the region sport an engraving of a tiara, a ceremonial head wear of Popes. Until the mid-19th century, Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines did not stand on their own and were mainly shipped in bulk up north to Burgundy. At the end of the 1800s and during the early 1900s, the popularity of Châteauneuf -du-Pape rose to its peak, but without any legislative regulations, fraud plagued the region. Namely, wines and grapes from outside infiltrated the area to benefit from its reputation. There needed to be action. Starting in the early 1920s, a local syndicate of wine enthusiasts took it upon themselves to implement laws and regulations to protect the authenticity of the local wines. As a result, in May of 1936, a decree was published to become the first wine-making Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) in France. The region produces both white and red
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Did you know? Châteauneuf-du-Pape translates to "Pope's New Castle," and that bottles from his region traditionally sport an engraving of a tiara.
wines, with the reds dominating over 90 percent of the appellation’s production.
sue. Also, because the grape is prone to oxidation, it is vinified in cement tanks.
At the inception, Châteauneuf du Pape allowed 13 different grape varieties in their blends. Eventually, the number increased to 19 (10 reds and nine whites), with Grenache Noir leading (about 70 percent of the total vineyard surface), followed by Syrah, then Mourvedre and the rest of the gang.
The vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape are bordered by the Rhone River from the west and are situated on rolling land and a vast plateau composed of diverse soil. One of the characteristic features of the landscape here are the galets, which are large, whitish pebbles carpeting many of the vineyards.
There are 7,746 acres of vineyards in the region, which produce an average of 14 million bottles each year. Grenache is perfectly suitable for the region with its strong resistance to heat, drought and wind factors. It is high in sugar content, so alcohol management, especially in overly hot vintages, can become an is-
The highest concentration of pebbles can be found in the historic vineyard of La Crau. This site, which is farmed bio-dynamically, produces some of the best fruit of the appellation, and only a few top producers are privileged to source the grapes from it.
Red Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines are almost always blends, and wineries have their unique recipes as to which grapes constitute the blend. Grenache, on its own, can sometimes lack acidity and tannins. Syrah, Mourvedre and Cinsault are often thrown into the mix to add density, firmness, and additional aromatic nuance. At their best, the red wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape can be texturally sublime and generously flavorful. They have excellent aging potential, and when coming from acclaimed producers and good vintages, can easily last several decades. Their flavor profile exhibits the warmth of the region. In their classic expression, page 161
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the aromas are redolent of warm, summer farmland, Provençal herbs, white pepper, lavender, raspberry confiture and a sprinkle of better times to come. Did you know? Mistral is a strong wind originating in the north and sweeping down south toward the Mediterranean Coast, often reaching speeds of 60 to 70 miles per hour. It is most active during the change from winter to spring, often causing damage to the crops. During the summertime, it can actually have a cooling effect on the overheated vineyards. Even though white wines constitute only about seven percent of the region, they should not be treated as an afterthought. The most prominent white varieties of the area are Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Bourboulenc. The whites are tougher to cultivate in the hot climate of the region, but in favorable vintages, the wines can be delicious with enticing flavors of tropical fruits of papaya, guava and mango. They can boast impressive richness, concentration, and
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complexity, allowing them to age gracefully for years. Did you know? Châteauneuf-du-Pape has one of the wackiest wine laws in the world, one borne out of 1950s UFO hysteria. A municipal decree was passed and is upheld today, which states: “The overflight, the landing and the takeoff of aircraft known as flying saucers or flying cigars, whatever their nationality is, are prohibited on the territory of the community.” Châteauneuf-du-Pape produces only a small percentage of all wines in the Southern Rhône region. Other appellations make wines in a variety of styles: reds, whites, rosés and dessert wines. Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines tend to be on the expensive side. The neighboring regions often offer great alternatives for a fraction of the price: Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Rasteau and Lirac, to name a few. These satellite regions are full of young, ambitious winemakers who strive and often succeed in making a
mark on the international wine scene. Gigondas is considered the diminutive cousin of Châteauneuf-du-Pape; Vacqueyras, Gigondas’ little brother, where more and more quality wines that give Châteauneuf du Pape a run for its buck are produced yearly. Beaumes de Venise, aside from making simple, easy-drinking red wines, produces Muscat Beaumes de Venise. This vin doux naturel is a youthful, delicately fortified sweet wine made from the intensely floral Muscat grapes. The rosés of Southern Rhône are dry, fresh and full of sunshine, making them great sippers and a versatile food pairing. The Rhône Valley of France, like most classic European wine regions, comes with a rich, centuries-long history. Borders shifted, wars erupted, peace treaties were signed. Kings and other nobilities were throned and dethroned. Various cultural and artistic movements came and went. Technology pushed on,
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The Rhône Valley of France, like most classic European wine regions, comes with a rich, centuries-long history. Borders shifted, wars erupted, peace treaties were signed. Kings and other nobilities were throned and dethroned. Various cultural and artistic movements came and went. Technology pushed on, changing the landscapes and imposing itself on our daily lives. Wine, on the other hand, in its basic form has remained the same; always a witness and a participant in this inevitable evolution. changing the landscapes and imposing itself on our daily lives. Wine, on the other hand, in its basic form has remained the same; always a witness and a participant in this inevitable evolution. And it is that human, historical and cultural aspect of wine which makes it special, makes it something much, much more than a mere fermented grape juice.
historical land-purchase record dating back to 1549.
MY FAVORITE CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE PRODUCERS
Château La Nerthe One of the older wineries in Châteauneuf-du-Pape with records that date back to 1570 and a winery built in 1736.
Château de Beaucastel Arguably the most acclaimed and famous producer of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this estate is owned by Famille Perrin and has a
In 1980, Château de Beaucastel partnered with Tablas Creek Winery in Paso Robles to send cuttings of Châteauneufdu-Pape vines to the United States. Tablas Creek went on to set up a nursery, sharing their vines with the rest of the United States.
Château Rayas Rayas has long been a darling of American wine critics, thanks to the work of the current
owner, Emmanuel Reynaud (a nephew of Jacques). The flagship wine is usually 100 percent Grenache. Their rare and amazing white is 100 percent Clairette. Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe Named after the optical telegraph tower built in 1821 by its inventor Claude Chappe, Vieux Télégraphe (pictured below) is positioned on an elevated plateau called La Crau, which is famous for its deposits of large rounded, river stones (galets roulés). To many, the vineyards on the La Crau plateau represent the top wines from Châteauneuf-du-Pape. By Cezar Kusik Food & Wine Contributor Polo Lifestyles 2020 •
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SPIRITUALITY DEFINING THE DIVINE
SHOULD WE ALL TAKE
THE SLOW ROAD TO LOVE? Is the secret to lasting love to take it slow? As in really, really slow? A special contribution by Tara Parker-Pope for our LOVE ISSUE
Millennials are going on fewer dates, having less sex and marrying later. Do they know something about love that the rest of us don’t? The millennial generation is putting that theory to the test, opting for what the biological anthropologist Helen Fisher calls slow love. Studies show that millennials are dating less, having less sex and marrying much later than any generation before them, and a younger generation appears to be following in their footsteps. These changes have prompted hand wringing among some experts who speculate that hookup culture, anxiety, screen time, social media and helicopter parents have left us with a generation incapable of intimacy and commitment. (The Atlantic recently declared we are in the midst of a sex recession.) But Fisher takes a more generous view and suggests that we could all learn a thing or two from millennials about the benefits of slow love. It’s not that millennials are wrecking marriage, she says. It may be that they value it more. “It seems everyone is swept up in a very myopic understanding of sex, love and romance,” said Fisher, a senior research fellow at the Kinsey Institute. “I would like people to understand that while
millennials are not marrying yet, and they are not having as much sex as my generation, the reasons for this are good.” The millennial cohort is roughly defined as those who were born in the 1980s to the early 2000s — although there is some debate about the boundaries. Millennials, due in part to their digital savvy, already are credited with significant changes in how we live, work and interact. But what is particularly striking is how quickly the cohort has rewritten the rules for courtship, sex and marriage. In 2018, the median age of first marriage was approaching 30 (29.8 for men and 27.8 for women). That’s more than a five-year delay in marriage compared to 1980, when the median age was 24.7 for men and 22 for women. A 2017 study in the Archives of Sexual Behavior found that many younger millennials in their early 20s aren’t having sex, and are more than twice as likely to be sexually inactive than the previous generation. Another study found that American couples ages 25 to 34 spend an average of six and a half years together before marrying, compared with an average of five years for all other age groups. Critics say digital saturation has made millennials more socially isolated,
restless and entitled, which could explain why they are having less sex than earlier generations. And when millennials do have sex, it’s often viewed as less meaningful because they engage in hookups or sexual relationships described as friends with benefits. Fisher, author of “Anatomy of Love: A Natural History of Mating, Marriage, and Why We Stray,” has devoted her career to studying love and relationships. Most recently she has collected data on more than 30,000 people related to current courtship and marriage trends. Fisher believes that instead of criticizing and judging millennials, perhaps we should be paying more attention. It’s possible, she said, that today’s singles are carving a more successful path to lasting love than previous generations. “We can all learn from people who don’t want to waste a lot of time doing things that are going nowhere,” said Fisher, the co-author of a chapter on slow love in the 2018 anthology “The New Psychology of Love,” published by Cambridge University Press. She notes that people who date three years or more before marrying are 39 percent less likely to divorce than people who rush into marriage. “This is a real extended period of the pre-commitment stage,” said Fisher. “With slow love, maybe by the time people walk down the aisle they know who they’ve page 167
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got, and they think they can keep who they’ve got.”
Ask millennials and they will tell you that there is nothing casual about their approach to sex, dating and romance. “Hooking up with someone doesn’t mean that millennials now don’t value marriage,” says Anne Kat Alexander, who at 23 is in the second wave of the millennial generation. “If anything, they value marriage more because they are putting a lot more forward thinking into that decision.” Fisher says her research suggests today’s singles seek to learn as much as possible about a potential partner before they spend time, energy and money on courtship. As a result, the path to romance has changed significantly. Whereas a first date used to represent the getting-to-know-you phase of a courtship, now going on an official date with someone comes later in the relationship. And for some singles, sex has become the getting-to-know you phase of courtship. In a study conducted for Match. com, Fisher found that among a representative sample, 34 percent of singles had sex with somebody before the first date. She calls it the sex interview. “In my day you went out on a first date with someone you didn’t know very well, and you went to dinner or mini golf,” she said. “The first date has page 168
changed — it’s time consuming and expensive. Now they have a sex interview with a person to see if they want to invest in a first date.” Alexander, who lives in Princeton and identifies as bisexual, said she and her partner want to finish their education, start their careers and be on solid financial footing before marriage. “To be successful in a marriage you have to be compatible in a lot of different ways,” she says. “Sex is one for those vectors of compatibility where I feel like millennials want to make sure they’re also compatible.” For millennials, financial issues also loom large in their decisions about relationships. They talk about the burden of student debt, and their desire to find meaningful work in an increasingly impersonal job market. Many say their lives were deeply affected by the 2008 financial crisis as they watched their parents lose businesses, struggle with debt and even go through divorces. “When I first met my fiancé, I asked, ‘What’s your credit score?’ ” said Lucy Murray, 24. “In the long run, if we’re talking about marriage, buying a place together, having joint bank accounts and putting cars in each other’s names, those are big financial decisions that will be linked permanently for both of us. That’s why I ask right away.” Financial issues continue to influence
the couple’s relationship. They recently moved to Syracuse from New York City because housing prices are lower. They also canceled wedding plans and may eventually elope. “Weddings are expensive,” said Murray. The trends set by the millennials appear to be continuing into the next generation, often called Generation Z. “It’s the first generation to spend their entire adolescence in the age of the smartphone,” said Jean Twenge, a psychology professor at San Diego State University and author of the book “iGen,” which describes young people today as less rebellious, but also less happy and unprepared for adulthood. “They spend less time with each other face-to-face, which may be connected with why they are less likely to have sex with each other.” But Fisher believes today’s singles are setting a good example for future generations by having a more thoughtful view of marriage and commitment. “Love is fickle,” said Fisher. “The more stability you can bring to this, the more likely you are going to find something that really works and works long term.” Tara Parker-Pope is the founding editor of Well, The Times’ award-winning consumer health site. She won an Emmy in 2013 for the video series “Life, Interrupted” and is the author of “For Better: The Science of a Good Marriage.” Social media: @taraparkerpope
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High atop the storied River House, this majestic duplex residence features expansive outdoor space from two southern-facing terraces and panoramic river views over the East River and into Midtown. Exquisitely designed with historic elegance and graceful flow, the residence boasts four exposures, welcoming sunlight into its 17 rooms, including a stately great room and dining room, library, sun room, page 176
six bedrooms, seven full bathrooms, and four wood burning fireplaces. Through a gated drive court, and attended lobby, one arrives at the private elevator landing and onto a double-height entrance foyer featuring a sweeping staircase leading up to the living quarters. A noble great room, with wood-burning fireplace, looks directly out and over the East River
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Elegant and timeless, River House was designed by architects Bottomley, Wagner & White and built in 1931 by James Stewart. Located at 435 East 52nd Street, River House is situated at the enclave of a quiet cul-de-sac with a gated and cobblestoned Palazzo courtyard. The Art Deco lobby overlooks lush gardens with a fountain nestled along the East River. Multiple doormen, lobby attendants and concierge
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THE PENINSULA ESTATE PORTO CERVO PORTO CERVO, ITALY PRICE UPON REQUEST The Peninsula Estate - Porto Cervo The Peninsula Estate in Porto Cervo, Sardinia is among the most exclusive estates in the Mediterranean and among the two most prestigious in Costa Smerlada. Built for British financier Lord Clore in the 1970s, this masterpiece of iconic, visionary and modernist architecture has been transformed by the current owner who purchased the entire peninsula – a four-hectare private oasis surrounded on three sides by the sea - to create a home with total privacy and harmony in the heart of the Costa Smeralda. The Peninsula is over 1.6 kilometer of protected coastline with a walking path, three beaches and a private dock, framed against the breathtaking backdrop of La Maddalena Archipelago and the Mediterranean Sea. The house has been integrated into the landscape and blends perfectly into the natural surroundings so it that cannot be perceived from the sea. The grand main villa and its detached guest house, overlooking the aquamarine waters of the Costa Smeralda, offer residents ultimate comfort in a tranquil retreat far from the cares of the world. The Peninsula Estate, in its scale, design, details finishes and amenities, simply has no rival. page 178
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Situated in the heart of California’s Napa Valley, in Saint Helena, California, the Whitehall private vineyard estate embodies a New World approach to architecture and wine making. Occupying a very secluded plot of 20 acres—14 acres of which are planted with Cabernet Sauvignon grapes—this elegant seven-bedroom estate (with interiors page 180
totaling 9,744 square feet) is a stunning example of contemporary design by Bay Area architect Lewis Butler. The four-bedroom main residence is the epitome of Butler’s vision of a “modern vineyard masterpiece”: a suspended wine cellar, encased in glass, that provides a view through to the property’s
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gant stone exteriors are pared back and in tune with the local landscape Like a distinctive glass of Rutherford Bench Cabernet Sauvignon, the Whitehall Estate unfolds with confident, compelling character. It is truly a balanced property in terms of its built environment and its vineyards. Architect Butler is noted for his use of light and space to create structures that blend seamlessly with their surroundings, and Whitehall is a testament to that vision. The four-bedroom main residence, with its 15-foot high ceilings in the living areas, is at one with the vineyards, thanks to its sheer walls of double-paned glass throughout. Celebrated interior designer April Sheldon has tastefully appointed each room with furnishings and accessories whose organic simplicity and muted earth tones complement the outdoor spaces. The home focuses on an expertly crafted kitchen that features French walnut cabinetry that is so perfectly matched that it appears honed
from a single piece of wood. Taking five years to design and build, all told the Whitehall estate comprises a spacious main house, a generous guest house, and a spa house. Stone walls are of imported Italian travertine, floors are made of fine Italian porcelain stoneware and walnut. The master suite boasts a see-through fireplace that looks out onto a garden. A junior master suite, two further bedrooms and baths, and a large game and media room that complete the indoor family spaces. Napa Valley’s sheltered location, combined with its diverse fertile soil, creates the ideal conditions for growing grapes. The Whitehall estate’s Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards—now in their fifth leaf and in full production—lie within the Rutherford American Viticultural Area (AVA), specifically the highly prized terroir known as the Rutherford Bench—home to some of Napa Valley’s most venerable winemakers, from Opus One and Beaulieu to Inglenook.
The Whitehall estate—unlike so many other traditional Wine Country residences—offers a self-contained lifestyle alternative among the grapevines that is distinguished by its stunning contemporary residence, of a design rarely encountered in the region. Covered and uncovered terraces wrap around most of the estate, connecting the inside and outside areas, while an open-air kitchen and dining terrace— overlooking the pool and spa—invite alfresco entertaining. In addition, Whitehall’s vineyards are both manageable and commercially viable, and while the winery space itself is unbuilt, the entitlements have been accomplished in perpetuity, allowing the next owner to produce an estate bottle of wine should they choose to do so. Furthermore, the property is convenient to the hubs of San Francisco and Silicon Valley, and is less than a half-hour from a private airport and the city of Napa. page 181
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COACH WINE: FUNCTIONAL TRAINING
YOUR #1 FAIL-SAFE
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The entire balance of your bank account and all the tips on the Internet can't help if you don't follow some basic guidelines. time as a superset), you may contract up to hundreds of times in one set. This high frequency of reaction contractions can lead to greater development of type II muscle fibers, which are the muscle fibers that give you that six-pack.
However, there is a secret that can elevate your workouts to engage numerous energy systems and various twitches for optimal muscular development. What is it? It is a jump rope. That’s right, this simple playground activity can be the key to developing a lean six-pack and shredded physique.
is followed by your calf musculature. The impact contractions then transfer through your knee tendons and ligaments into your quadriceps and hamstring muscular groups; recruiting the Gluteal musculature, which results in contractions throughout the entire core region (rectus abdominis, oblique’s). However, jumping rope is not limited to the lower body and core musculature development. It is a great upper body developer as well. Each time you jump, you are contracting your upper body, especially deltoids, traps, biceps, and forearms. You utilize your upper body through each impact and from making the Jump Rope spin.
Jumping rope engages total body muscular recruitment. For example, when you land on the ground, the impact contracts muscles throughout your entire body. First traveling through your ankle tendons and ligaments and
If you jump rope quickly, which you will be able to accomplish the more you practice, you will jump and absorb impact contractions numerous times per second. If you jump for 30 seconds (recommended length of
One of the jump rope’s greatest assets is its versatility and ease-of-use. The exercise can be performed and taken anywhere. There is no such thing as a restriction when it comes to jumping rope. If you travel
MARK WINE CSCS, BA, USAW, PT, PES, CES @functionalmuscle Healthy Lifestyles Contributor
The secret behind a six-pack is not one exercise, a specific diet, particular technique or lifestyle, but rather a combination of them all.
Incorporating a jump rope into your everyday workouts will elevate your workouts to engage more lean muscle and greater levels of fat loss. Superset, which means combine two exercises back to back, jump roping exercises with a total body or compound exercise. This extends your sets to a longer length of time, which is one of the best ways to increase fat loss and lean muscle recruitment.
a lot, put it in your suitcase and perform it 10 minutes per day; keeping your fitness goals on trace, and changing the way you travel. You can create an entire workout with the jump rope in your home, backyard, hotel room and anywhere else that you have an 8’ ceiling with a 6’x6’ square space. Jumping rope develops individuals into better athletes. The stretch shortening cycle (SSC) is the utilization of your tendons and ligaments through a rubber band like effect, which leads to improved vertical jumping ability and faster quickness and speed. “The SSC utilizes tendons and ligaments in a spring like action, therefore limiting the amount of ground reaction force (GRF)” (The Hidden Gem in Speed & Agility Training). The SSC is required in nearly all sports. When you watch a sprinter sprint, their ankle tendons and ligaments act as springs, propelling them into page 183
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YOUR #1 FAIL-SAFE CORE EXERCISE FOR SHREDDED ABS faster speeds. Without proper development of the SSC, or proper sprint technique for that matter, this athlete would be slower and not be able to correctly utilize the SSC. (Read The Hidden Gym in Speed & Agility Training for further insight into SSC and to gain a better perspective of what it is and how to train for it.) Understanding the importance of jumping rope is great, but knowing how to incorporate it correctly is gold. Here is a sample workout utilizing basic exercises, which are taken to new levels through super-setting with a Jump Rope: THE ELEMENTARY TOTAL BODY WORKOUT Exercise 1: Lunges w/ dumbbells = 3 sets of 20 reps with moderate to heavy weight Super-Set 1: Jump Rope two feet quick = 3 sets of 30 seconds Exercise 2: Deadlifts w/ bar or dumbbells = 4 sets of 8 reps with moderate to heavy weight Super-Set 2: Jump Rope one foot = 4 sets of 30 seconds (split time between feet) Exercise 3: Pull-Up to push-up = 5 sets of fail reps (minimum 8 reps of pull-ups and 15 reps of push-ups) Super-Set 3: Jump Rope 3 way = 5 sets of 45 seconds (one foot, other foot, both feet, switch between all) NOTE: the rest time between sets should be no more than 60 seconds. This workout is simple, but if performed 1-2 times per week can shred your physique. All exercises performed are challenging, yet still elementary. There is no originality in them, but that is the point. Incorporating a Jump Rope into your workouts, even with basic exercises, can turn each movement into a fat burning muscle shredding workout.
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THE WINNING MENTALITY: HOW TO LIVE IN THE MOMENT
JOEY VELEZ, MA, MBA @velezmentalperformance Wellness Contributor
Have you ever been in a semi-conscious state, when suddenly you snap into a fully conscious moment? Or have you ever started to think about your six-page long “to-do” list and asked yourself, “Did I brush my teeth this morning?” even though you completed the task two minutes prior. Thinking about what you must do tomorrow, or all that happened yesterday can make your brainwaves look like a major city freeway during rush hour traffic on a Tuesday evening. Whether planning, organizing, worrying, or reliving past experiences, these are thoughts that can take up valuable real estate in your mind, but what these thoughts are really doing is taking you out of the present moment. Real-life happens in the here and now, and if you can teach yourself to be as in the moment as possible, you will find that your performance will elevate, your production will increase, and your overall well-being will improve. Learning from past experiences is important, as is setting goals for your future. However, you do not want to have those thoughts affect the here and page 188
now. You should become familiar with the acronym “WIN,” which stands for What’s Important Now.
what comes into it, but we have control over how quickly we bring ourselves back to the present.
Being present and focusing on the task at hand are foundations of the WIN mentality. Numerous elements of life are out of your control: winning, outcomes, other people, statistics and the past and the future. All of these factors require focus, and when you focus your attention on them, you take yourself out of the present, making it more difficult to be successful at the task at hand. The only thing you should be focusing on is the task in front of you, which is your process, focus, belief, your attitude, effort, and your actions.
When the WIN acronym was presented to me, I could not help but reflect on playing varsity basketball my junior and senior years of high school. This time in my life is a great reminder of why it is important to live in the present.
Your chance of injury will increase when you remove yourself from the present because you may skip over important details. For example, rushing through a workout because you are thinking about what you have to do afterward will distract you from the exercise’s proper form. Next thing you know, you pull a muscle in your back or hamstring, and now your mobility is limited for the next month. You may also miss important information when you remove yourself from the present. For example, if you are distracted during a executive meeting, and they ask for your opinion on how to market the newest company product, , you may not be prepared to answer the question, which gives the impression that you were not listening. The mind may wander, and we cannot control
During my junior year, I was the 12th man on the roster, so I accepted my role and that my playing time would be limited. During that year, I cheered my heart out to encourage and motivate my teammates, and I treated each practice like it was a game because that was my time to get on the floor and play. I knew that if I worked hard and gave it my all, then not only would I benefit, but my teammates would as well. My senior year came around, and I was excited to have an expanded role, however, to my surprise, it stayed the same. I was devastated. I felt like the joy of basketball was being taken from me. I constantly asked myself, “What am I doing wrong? Why am I not playing? Why doesn’t the coach like me?” There were even times when I cried after games because I did not get a chance to help the team. Ten years later, I realized that I missed out on playing my senior year of basketball with my five best friends because I was constantly focused on what was out of my control. My junior year was so much more enjoyable and memorable because I was present. During
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MOLD YOUR MIND my senior year, I did not understand this concept, which, in turn, made this precious moment one to forget. When you are present, you experience more freedom and joy and you increase your ability to make on-the-spot decisions. When you are not present, you experience more stress due to being in a constant state of worry or planning, your mind fills with more clutter because you are constantly thinking and your decision making becomes negatively impacted because your thoughts are elsewhere. Therefore, it is vital to build self-awareness around your focus. Understanding when, where and why you lose concentration, as well as when you are not fully present, will help you know when it is time to act and get back into the here and now. One of the most efficient ways to get back into the present moment is to focus on your breathing. Whether it
is one, two, five or ten breathes, make sure they are deep and that you focus on each inhalation and exhalation individually. Some individuals find it helpful to count each breath; either way, the act of focusing on breathing places your attention on something that is happening right now. Not only does it set your attention on one area, but proper, deep breathing facilitates relaxation throughout the body because you are bringing in more oxygen to the system. When your mind is racing, and it has too much going on, your body will tense up, and you will feel an increase in your stress levels. Therefore, breathing can not only help you bring your attention back to the present moment but can also help decrease stress. You can supplement your breathing with an action or a cue, to help bring your attention back to the present. This cue can be anything from a phrase,
to clapping your hands. A phrase that sticks with me and that I preach to the athletes I coach is “be where your feet are.” It reminds me that the only place my mind should be is where my feet are. When I feel myself not being present, I take a moment, look down, check my feet, and say “be where your feet are.” No matter what your competitive environment is, your biggest competitor will always be yourself. When your mind is too busy focusing on yesterday’s adversity, something a co-worker said to you or all that you must do before 5 p.m., you will not be able to be successful at the task in front of you. We cannot control what comes into our mind or where our mind goes, because your mind will wander, but we can control bringing out attention back to the present as quickly as possible. Do not beat yourself up over not being present. Instead, focus on your breathing and get back into the present. page 189
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