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Fall Fashion Guide

NASHVILLE

RANCHO LA PUERTA

STYLE GUIDE

Sazerac Rye

Electric Glide: Tesla’s Roadster

SKIING REVELSTOKE

Skiing Large at Revelstoke Buffalo Trace’s Sazerac Rye

Giorgio Armani

Recharge at Rancho La Puerta

TESLA ROADSTER

Great Fashions

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columns The Sporting Life

features Electric Glide If your notion of electric vehicles is limited to golf carts, the Tesla’s pickup might blow your mind.

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Levy’s Stories Five loyal clients explain why Levy’s is their key to looking great.

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color has a versatility other hues can only envy.

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Double Take Rich texture, layers and fresh color help define the season’s best fashions.

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Malt A classic American spirit, straight rye is all the rage.

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac is a stellar new example.

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Green Day These rooms prove it: Mother Nature’s favorite

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Revelstoke and Kicking Horse, British Columbia, are North America’s new frontier of lift-served skiing.

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Grape Rich and inky, Clos Triguedina, Prince Probus and the New Black Wine are gorgeous Malbecs from Cahors.

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Escape to the Maldives Reethi Rah and Cocoa Island offer two visions of beachside paradise.

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Heirloom Apparent Tradition and innovation meet in the elegant watches of Patek Philippe.

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Finishing Touch Ellen Levy shows how Rancho La Puerta, the original destination spa, maintains its top rating.

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departments Invitation to Style What’s new at Levy’s

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The Levy’s Guide Rascal Flatts’ source for style … Danish modern you can wear … Yazoo beer bread … Favorite tunes, part one … and more!

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Essentials for Women Casual clothes, jewelry and accessories in the must-have color—blue.

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Accessories Purple neckwear … Whimsical cufflinks … Reading glasses with attitude.

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Grooming It’s time to give your skin and hair the respect they deserve.

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THE LEVY’S INTERVIEW

Giorgio Armani The world’s most famous clothing designer shares what few people know about the man himself.

Essentials for Men Formalwear to bust you out of the penguin flock …

Sportswear that’s built for comfort.

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Adriane wears a metallic tunic by Gerard Darel, long cashmere gloves by Rodika Zanian and a collar of purple agate slices and sterling silver by Carol Lipworth. Mitch wears a peak lapel sportcoat by Etro, an Etro sport shirt, Nudie jeans and Levy’s silk pocket square.

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SPOTLIGHT

The Allure of Red Worn as an accent or in profusion, the color red will heighten your holiday looks.

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LEVY’S 3900 HILLSBORO ROAD, SUITE 36 NASHVILLE, TN 37215 615.383.2800

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Store Hours M O N D AY T O S AT U R D AY: 1 0 a . m . T O 6 p . m .

T H U R S D AY: 1 0 a . m . T O 7 p . m .

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Editorial Director

YOU

D AV I D L E V Y

Editor & Publisher

It’s easy enough to find “something”

Creative Director

to wear, but it’s not always easy to

Art Director

MARK DOWDEN AMY A. DOWDEN

S T E P H E N M . V I TA R B O

find just the right thing to wear. That’s

Contributing Editors

what we do best here at Levy’s:

C Y N T H I A H U R L E Y, J U L I A C . I R E L A N D ,

JENNIFER CENICOLA,

T I M O T H Y K E L L E Y, M A R I A L I S S A N D R E L L O ,

Find the elusive PERFECT THING for

EVERETT POTTER

YOU. When the occasion calls for

Contributing Photographers

“black tie,” we can help. “Fashion-

T O N YA G L A S G O W, D A N I E L S P R I N G S T O N , T I M S T R E E T- P O R T E R

able dress”? Think of us. “Business casual”? We’ve got you covered.

We’ve been working hard in recent months to improve your selections at Levy’s and your shopping experience. As part of that effort, we’ve also worked harder than

Art Associate

LAURA CARAMAGNA

Art Assistant

PAT R I C E H O R VAT H

Corporate Editorial Director R I TA G U A R N A

ever to make sure you enjoy this second issue of our new, larger LEVY’S Magazine. In a new feature called “Levy’s Stories,” we profile five clients who make Nashville and Middle Tennessee such a great, diverse place to live and work (see page 45). Please join Sneak

PEEKS

us in toasting these five clients by dropping by Thursday, October 15, 5 to 7 p.m.

Beyond meeting these fascinating Tennesseans, you’ll find that this issue really

Advertising Account Executive S T E P H A N I E S TA I A N O

Advertising Sales Assistant SABA KAHN

go on a virtual home tour featuring rooms decked out in the color green; test drive the

Production Manager

Tesla Roadster, and preview the latest men’s and women’s fashions for fall and winter.

Advertising Services Manager

Sand, a men’s sportswear collection from Denmark available in only 25 stores in the Cuff kings

SHAE MARCUS

takes you places: You’ll escape to the Maldives, a tropical paradise in the Indian Ocean;

On the fashion side, for example, you’ll read about Levy’s exclusive launch of

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National Advertising Manager

United States (see page 12). Lene and Soeren Sand started their label 25 years ago and have recently added a Milan styling office to their impressive global business. Please drop by Levy’s to see this exciting collection that reflects today’s European styling with leaner silhouettes at affordable prices.

Ellen Levy has been working hard to improve the selections, sizes and brands in our Ladies collections. If you haven’t browsed Levy’s Ladies area recently, you are miss-

CHRISTINE HAMEL

THOMAS RAGUSA

Senior Art Director, Agency Services KIJOO KIM

Accounting

A G N E S A LV E S ,

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Published by Chairman

C A R R O L L V. D O W D E N

President

MARK DOWDEN

Executive Vice President

ing out on a great new shopping experience.

We thank you for your patience during the remodeling of the store and shopping cen-

Vice Presidents

JOEL EHRLICH

AMY A. DOWDEN,

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ter. If you haven’t visited lately, you will be amazed at the progress. We are quite thrilled to

SHANNON STEITZ, SUZANNE TRON

have installed four beautiful planters that will bring a bit of nature to Green Hills!

Regional Sales Director

On a personal note, recently Ellen and I lost our 12-year-old golden retriever. With the kids off at school and work, it was just too quiet, so we quickly replaced her with a

DOUGLAS C. BARKER

Circulation Director

LAUREN MENA

new golden retriever puppy that we named Lilly Rose (that’s her in the photo above).

Lilly joins us most days at Levy’s and welcomes visitors anytime. Please ask for Lilly when you drop by, as we are happy to share her with you. She is growing fast and is Shake it up!

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already one of our best friends.

Thank you for sharing your wardrobe needs with us. From all of us at Levy’s, we wish you an early happy and healthy holiday season.

—DAVID & ELLEN LEVY

P.S. Please bring a wearable coat, topcoat or jacket to Levy’s during October for distribution to the Nashville YWCA Weaver Domestic Violence Shelter and the YWCA GED program. We are accepting men’s, women’s and children’s gently worn coats. Special thanks to Oakwood Cleaners for providing complimentary cleaning services.

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L E V Y ’ S Magazine is published twice a year by Wainscot Media, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645, in association with Garmany. Copyright © 2009 by Wainscot Media, LLC. All rights reserved.

Editorial Contributions: Write to Editor, LEVY’S, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645; telephone 201.782.5730; email mark.dowden@wainscotmedia.com.

The magazine is not responsible for the return or loss of unsolicited submissions.

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ROBERT GRAHAM

Winking at women’s fashion You can’t see it in the picture here, but the image on the cover of Avedon Fashion 1944–2000 is printed holographically, so the model literally appears to wink at you as you walk by. This irresistible come-on is just a hint of the visual pleasures within. The lush new book chronicles the work of Richard Avedon, the most influential fashion photographer of all time.

Beginning in the late 1940s, Avedon bucked the convention of stiff, motionless poses by encouraging his models to move and express themselves.

He also forged such an intense connection with his subjects that he often left photo shoots embarrassed over the personal details they revealed to him. From Audrey Hepburn to Veruschka to Kate Moss, the book covers all of Avedon’s most iconic fashion models and images.

The vibrant distinctive shirts of Robert Graham are so appealing that some men are fanatical collectors. Those who own more than 100 of these shirts are rewarded by the brand with membership in the Robert Graham Collector’s Club. The key benefit: A future shirt design is named in one’s honor.

To date, about a dozen Robert Graham shirts have been named after customers, including the Sir Ronald after Ron Baker, The Dono Bruce after Bruce Deluca, and The Penebiango after Carl Penebiango. These bold men seem to share the attitude of designer Robert Stock, who founded the line: “Express yourself without reservation, without explanation, just feeling confident. Enjoy a life well lived. That is my vision for Robert Graham.”

Start or add to your collection of Robert Graham shirts by visiting Levy’s.

BOLD and BEAUTIFUL Unexpected mixes of color, texture and shape define the bold, engagingly feminine jewelry of artisan Carol Lipworth. Showcased at Levy’s, Carol’s fall and winter collection mingles splashy colors and raw, organic shapes for maximum visual impact. Look for inventive uses of freshwater pearls, jewel-tone agate slices, iridescent labradorite, rich red rubies, smoky and whiskey quartz, deep blue lapis lazuli and vintage elements such as unusual mixes of rustic copper and goldfill chains. Each statement-making piece is handmade and one-of-a-kind.

This sterling silver collar by Carol Lipworth features purple agate slices. The same necklace is worn by Adriane on the cover of this issue.

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Honored by Esquire

Behar necessity: the perfect shirt Ike Behar’s American success story began in Havana, where he learned custom tailoring and shirt making in his father’s shop. In 1952, with 20 years of life under his belt and $50 in his pocket, he arrived in New York and offered to work for a custom shirt-maker for free to prove his skill. By the end of the week he had a paying, permanent job, and eventually he was able to buy the company.

For years Ike made shirts under contract for other labels, including Ralph Lauren. It was only in the early 1980’s that Ike, his wife Regina, and their sons Steven, Alan and Lawrence created the Ike Behar label. Thanks to high style, quality craftsmanship and innovations such as the diamond quilted collar, which extends durability, the brand quickly become famous. Today, as one of the last family-owned American shirt makers, Ike Behar crafts what have been called “the best of the better shirts.” We think that once you wear one, you’ll understand why.

Our Favorite Tunes, Part 1 NASHVILLE IS HOME to some of the best-known singers and songwriters

in the world, whose hits tell the stories of us all. In honor of the many artists who support Music City USA by living, working, shopping and dining locally, we’ve put together this playlist of some of our favorite tunes.

Help us compile our next playlist by visiting www.levysclothes.com and emailing your own favorites.

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Pickin’ Wildflowers by KEITH ANDERSON

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Play Something Country by BROOKS & DUNN

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Gone by CHRIS CAGLE

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The Next Time I Fall by PETER CETERA & AMY GRANT

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Fall Into Me by EMERSON DRIVE

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My Wish by RASCAL FLATTS

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Don’t Let Our Love Start Slippin’ Away by VINCE GILL

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Have a Little Faith in Me by JOHN HIATT

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Not That Cool by WILL HOGE

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Why, Baby, Why by GEORGE JONES

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In Color by JAMEY JOHNSON

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Independence Day by MARTINA MCBRIDE

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Johnny & June by HEIDI NEWFIELD

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Just Got Started Lovin’ You by JAMES OTTO

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Don’t Think I Can’t Love You by JAKE OWEN

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Whiskey Lullaby by BRAD PAISLEY

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It’s A Big Old Goofy World by JOHN PRINE

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Working on a Dream by BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN

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Carlene by PHIL VASSAR

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Awful, Beautiful Life by DARRYL WORLEY

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Black Roses Red by ALANA GRACE

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Esquire magazine has been advising men on how to look great for 75 years, and for more than twice as long—155 years and counting!—Levy’s has been doing the ver y same thing. In recent years, Esquire has rounded out its clothing counsel with The Gold Standard, a short list of men’s stores that, in the words of the magazine, “continuously raise the bar of what it means to be the best in the business.” Levy’s is one of only 35 stores in the countr y to receive this accolade. Come see for yourself just why we’ve been recognized again and again as one of the nation’s top retail destinations.

Not by Bread Alone By popular acclaim, the best baguettes in Nashville come from Provence Breads & Café. But Provence makes much more than French bread. Here you’ll find artisan loaves from other ethnic, regional and national cuisines, such as challah, New York rye, sesame semolina sourdough, and even Yazoo beer bread made with Yazoo’s Dos Perros brew.

Provence is also a patisserie. They do classic French pastries, of course—macarons, éclairs, fresh fruit tarts—but you’ll also find southern favorites like carrot cake and traditional Parisian cakes concocted with a Tennessee twist. Consider the way Provence constructs a bombe: chocolate caramel mousse is layered with buttermilk chocolate cake and brandy-soaked cherries. There’s no call for buttermilk in the recipes at Le Cordon Bleu, but we say the French don’t know what they’re missing.

And then there’s the savory food. Soups sometimes vary daily by location, because each of the six area stores tailors its offering to the preferences of its customer base.

Find all six Provence Breads & Café locations in Nashville by visiting www.provencebreads.com

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levy’s guide} Kick It Up With Sand What do you get when you mix easygoing Italian flair with Scandinavian workmanship and simplicity? In the world of menswear, the answer is Sand.

Sand hails from Denmark, a pacesetter in modern design since the 1950s. If you’ve been to Copenhagen, you know that the Danes have a knack for achieving visual perfection without appearing to try too hard. Husbandand-wife team Soeren and Lene Sand have been translating that knack into cool clothing for 25 years now. They’ve developed a devoted international following, but only recently has Sand become available in the U.S. In Middle Tennessee, Levy’s is the exclusive retailer.

Consider the sportcoat, a wardrobe staple where Sand has achieved total mastery. The fit manages to blend comfort with the trimmer, more sculptural silhouette of today’s best European tailoring. The fabric choices are soft, natural and exquisitely woven. The colors are rich, saturated and distinctive. And then there are the fine and slightly funky details—contrast stitching, piping, a mix of colors on the sleeve buttons—that elevate the classic blazer to a new level of hip. A Sand sportcoat goes as well with jeans as with flannel dress pants, and the price is a pleasant surprise for a tailored piece of the first quality. Why not try Sand on for size at Levy’s?

THE A-to-Z LIST

Rascal Flatts’ Source for Style

Levy’s features more than 90 designer brands under one roof.

See if you don’t find your favorites in our list below. Then stop by the store for a shopping experience you’ll love.

Abaco

Frye

M. Musina

Agave

George Roth LA

Mountain Khakis

Alberto

Gerard Darel

Nancy Mitchell

Gimo’s

Nation Ltd.

Andrew Hamilton Crawford

Gitman

Nicole Farhi

Armani Collezioni

Goddis

The North Face

Arnold Zimberg

Gravati

Nudie

The Art of Shaving

Gucci

Peter Huber

Audrey Talbott

Hart Schaffner Marx

PRPS

Hickey Freeman

Remy

Belford

Hugo Boss

Robert Graham

Bill’s Khakis

Ichiban

Robert Talbott

Ike Behar

Rodika Zanian

Blue Chair Bay

Italo Ferretti

Salvatore Ferragamo

Botkier

Jack Black

Sand

Canali

Jack Victor

Schneiders of Salzburg

Carmy Designs

Jet Lag

Scott Barber

Carol Lipworth

John Allan’s

Scott Kay

Carrot & Gibbs

John Varvatos

7 Diamonds

Johnny Was

Simon Sebbag

Kowboys

Southern Tide

Custom Shirtmakers Ltd.

Leather Island

Spanx

David Donahue

Leather Rock

St. Croix

Deborah Gaspar

Love Quotes

Stitch’s

Dibello

Luciano Barbera

Tommy Bahama

Donald J. Pliner

Mark Nason

Torino

Donna Degnan

Martine Sitbon

Trafalgar

Elana Kattan

Masons

Vic Mayhem

Ermenegildo Zegna

Mek

Whiting and Davis

Allen Edmonds

Autumn Cashmere

Billy Jealousy

Christopher Blue Cole Haan

Etro

Yummie Tummies

Fahrenheit

Zanella

Wardrobe stylist John Murphy knows exactly where to find Scott Kay men’s jewelry for James Otto and Nudie jeans for the guys in Rascal Flatts—at Levy’s, of course! Murphy has been dressing the musicians of Rascal Flatts for the past four years; he’s has also worked with singers Jo Dee Messina and Brad Paisley, as well as film stars Sharon Stone and Jeremy Piven.

“My work keeps me on the road much of the time, but it always feels great to be home in Nashville,” says Murphy. “I shop at Levy’s for all of my clients, outfitting them for concerts, public appearances and red carpet events like the Country Music Awards.” Murphy and Levy’s are proving to the world that chill style and comfort can go hand in hand.

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For more than a century and a half, Levy’s has brought the best in men’s and women’s clothing to Nashville’s discerning dressers. We’re “committed to you and your image,” but from time to time we also pause to party for a worthy cause, a special day, an industry event or

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simply a set of fond friends. From recent memorable moments, we commit these two pages to those images.

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4 JACK VICTOR IN MONTREAL David and Ellen Levy were invited by the Government of Quebec to attend Montreal Fashion Week. A highlight was their tour of Jack Victor, the century-old men’s clothier, with Alan Victor, third-generation president.

1. Mario Rota, head designer and tailor, with David Levy and Alan Victor in the Jack Victor design room.

2. David and Ellen Levy with Alan Victor in the Jack Victor factory cutting room.

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YWCA Levy’s hosted Quiet Conversation for the YWCA Weaver Domestic Violence Shelter.

3. Tresa Halbrooks, community relations manager for the Tennessee Titans, with David and Ellen Levy.

4. Ginger Hale, Rita Mitchell, Deby Pitts and Pat Shea MENSWEAR MAGIC IN LAS VEGAS When MAGIC, the premier fashion trade event, takes place in Las Vegas, the folks from Levy’s seek out cool new brands. This year, as always, they found some winners.

5. Robin Rose and Eric Dickson, national sales manager of Blue Chair Bay, with Ellen and David Levy.

6. Selina Ferragina of Blue Chair Bay, Robin Rose, Ellen Levy and Karen Levy, manager of retail relations for MAGIC, smile at the Kenny Chesney poolside concert.

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ON THE SET WITH LEVY’S CLIENTS Levy’s stylists went on location to photograph the clients featured in this issue (see “Levy’s Stories” on page 45).

7. Claire Tucker, president and CEO of CapStar Bank, demonstrates how David Levy has cleverly matched his necktie to her sweater set. To the left of Claire is Loretta Thompson, and to her right is Susan Davis.

8. Ross Schilling poses with Adrienne Scarbrough and David Levy in Ross’s guitar-strewn home.

9. High above LP Field, Adrienne prepares Ted Moats for his portrait.

10. Drs. George and William Butler flank Harry Webster. Seated are Adrienne Scarbrough and Robin Rose.

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MADE-IN-AMERICA WEEK 11. Tonya Moses of Skye Showroom, representing Agave Denimsmith and Love Quotes, visits with Robin Rose and Adrienne Scarbrough during Levy’s Made-in-America Week.

JUNIOR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 12. Zachary Barker, immediate past president of the Nashville Area Junior Chamber of Commerce, with Robin Rose at a meeting of the chamber.

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Mood indigo From sportswear to accessories, stylish women are getting the blues this fall

Clockwise from top: Gerard Darel wool & silk scarf in paisley, navy Karen burnout tee by Nation Ltd. pearl and onyx “Sam” necklace by Nancy Mitchell, Gerard Darel Hobo bag in navy, Goddess jeans by Agave Nectar P HO TO GR AP HY BY D AN I EL S PR IN G ST ON

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Top to bottom: White piquĂŠ spread collar formal shirt by Carrot & Gibbs, black bowtie by Robert Talbott Protocol, Robert Talbott pillowed parquet cuffwear, paisley braces by Trafalgar, paisley floral tie and cummerbund set by Carrot & Gibbs

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Built for comfort Relaxed cuts, prewashing for softness and the world’s best cotton make these the perfect clothes for kicking back in style

At left, a plum Italian cotton sport shirt by Mason’s is paired with “Roadie” jeans from Agave Denimsmith.

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TIE ONE ON!

Top to bottom: Light purple and grey silk paisley by Ermenegildo Zegna, light purple flock silk

by Ermenegildo Zegna, black and purple concentric pattern 7 fold by Robert Talbott, deep purple silk stripe by Ermenegildo Zegna

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Wrist action

Clockwise from top: Plum silk pocket square by Hanauer, blue web-spun cuffwear by Tateossian, sterling silver “King Skull” cuffwear by Tateossian, Tateossian’s formal faceted “Disco” cuffwear in aquamarine; sold with shirt studs (not shown)

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THE EYES HAVE IT If you believe reading glasses should have style and attitude, these frames are just the ticket

“Why bother putting on a terrific suit, a fabulous outfit, or wearing terrific shoes,” asks eyebobs founder Julie Allinson, “if you are going to put a cheap pair of readers on your face?” Good point, Julie! Find these and other eyebobs frames at Levy’s (from top): “Top Down” in olive, “I-Ball” in tortoise, “Fish Bowl” half frame in light tortoise, “Gal Friday” in cranberry 28

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Keep it clean It’s time to give your skin and hair the respect they deserve

Find these and other premium grooming products at Levy’s: Billy Jealousy’s electric pre-shave solution, John Allan’s bodywash and hair conditioner, The Art of Shaving’s lemon oil shave cream and luxurious badger brush.

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{ meet the designer } took all the insides out of a tailored jacket to make something that was entirely new.

In women’s fashion, you did more than perhaps any other designer to make trousers chic. What are your rules on designing for women?

One is that it should be the woman who is noticed first, rather than what she is wearing. In other words, the clothes shouldn’t wear her. Two, she should feel confident in her clothing. Something that is overly elaborate or ornamented will not allow her to tap into her innate sense of security.

Finish this sentence: Giorgio Armani is all about ...

Understated elegance.

GIORGIO

ARMANI SOME DESIGNERS MAY claim their garments

dabbled in photography in his youth—Armani

are works of art, but Giorgio Armani can

revolutionized popular style in the 1970s with

prove it: As the only fashion designer to have

his focus on casual elegance, and has influ-

his own exhibit at the Guggenheim Museum,

enced how we dress ever since. At age 75,

he is literally in a class by himself. Combin-

he is still a vital force in fashion—but refuses

ing the precision of a surgeon and the eye

to rest on his accolades, as he recently told

of an artist—he both studied medicine and

LEVY’S magazine.

Why was your first personal collection designed for men?

I felt strongly that I could offer men an alternative to what was then available. The following year I embraced the challenge of designing for women. I still enjoy working on collections for both women and men equally.

If an Armani suit could talk, what would it say?

It would not speak. It would just resonate quietly to bring out the wearer’s innate confidence.

Forbes magazine has called you the most

about how clothing should suit the wearer and

You were among the first designers

successful Italian designer of all time. Did

that a relaxed elegance was needed in fashion. I

to ban the use of super-thin models.

success come easily?

could never have imagined that I would one day

Do you think you’re helping to change

At the beginning, I worked very hard to suc-

have stores around the world with my name on

the ideal of feminine beauty?

ceed. Even today, after more than 30 years

them or that I’d design such a range of products

I don’t know that one person could change

in business, I feel I must always work hard to

every day. It is truly amazing.

the ideal of feminine beauty. If I had that

ensure success.

power, I would be tremendously flattered!

Your first famous innovation in tailored

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menswear was a less-structured jacket.

You’ve designed clothes for many stars.

your company in the 1970s, did you have

What led you to pioneer this look?

Who was most satisfying to dress?

a clear vision for where it would take you?

I felt, at the time, that clothing was very stiff

I have been really fortunate to work with so

At the time, I knew only that I had definite ideas

and gave no sense of the individual. I literally

many talented people in the worlds of film,

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TIMELESS ELEGANCE, MODERN APPEAL: HIGHLIGHTS FROM ARMANI COLLEZIONI’S MEN’S AND WOMEN’S LINES.

sports and music that it

My work, my family and

in Milan because of work,

is hard to single out any

my closest friends.

but I am fortunate to have

one person. That said,

vacation homes in Antigua,

it always gives me

You’ve helped design a

Pantelleria, St. Tropez,

pro-

great pleasure to dress

cell phone. What tune

Broni, Portofino and Forte

cess

someone for a wedding.

does your own cell

dei Marmi. I wish I could

of outfitting

For example, the wed-

phone play?

have more days in a year

the boat is very

ding of Katie Holmes

While the craze for ring

to spend at each home, of

absorbing.

to Tom Cruise was a

tones is amusing, I pre-

course, since they are all

spectacular event.

fer a classic ring for my

in beautiful settings.

own phone.

What’s one trend you’ll

At age 75, what role do you play

What is your

in the business

be happy to see depart?

An early passion of

morning routine?

that bears your

And one you hope

yours was photography.

I work out for 90 minutes

name?

lingers?

What photographer’s

with a personal trainer—

Since the day

I would be happy to see

work do you most

45 minutes of aerobic

I started the

the notion of arriving

admire, and why?

exercise, then 45 minutes

company I have

fashionably late disappear.

I have collaborated with

of weight training. This

played every role.

And I hope that treating

several of the great

ritual gives me the right

Even today, I am

other people with cour-

fashion photographers,

energy to face my day!

involved in all aspects

tesy and respect never

such as Peter Lindbergh

goes out of style.

and the team of Mert

You’re said to be a

much to the chagrin

Alas and Marcus Piggott,

vegetarian. What’s your

of those close to me,

What was your latest

and there are many other

favorite meal?

no doubt!

purchase for your own

photographers whose

Actually, I am not a veg-

closet?

work I admire—for

etarian, although I enjoy

Do you have a dream

Ironically, for someone

example, Bruce Weber,

simple and healthy foods.

that is still unfulfilled?

who spends his life

Herb Ritts and Sugimoto.

My favorite meal is pasta,

I am very lucky that I

grilled fish and simply

have achieved so much,

prepared vegetables.

so I have very little in the

designing clothes, I dress

of the company—

very simply in my own

You have a notable

“uniform” of a navy cash-

home in Antigua. How

mere T-shirt and pants.

much time do you spend

What is your favorite

rial things. The one thing

there, and where else

thing to shop for?

I always desire is to have

Name three things you

do you live?

I have just acquired my

more time to spend with

can’t live without.

I spend considerable time

second yacht, and the

friends and family.

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Electric Glide What do you get when you take the body of a LOTUS ELISE and give it a green heart? The TESLA ROADSTER— a PLUG-IN THRILL RIDE that says the future really can BE ELECTRIC!

IT’S NOT JUST GASOLINE and nasty exhaust emissions the

new Tesla Roadster spares the world. As the first highperformance EV (electric vehicle), it also cuts down on noise pollution. That’s because the roar characteristic of sports cars with an internal combustion engine has been tamed to a barely audible purr by the Silicon Valley upstart. For some enthusiasts, the quiet can be disconcerting—a turnoff even—but for the eco-conscious lover of exotic cars, thinking of this debut model from Tesla Motors as the silent, stealthy type can be an automotive aphrodisiac.

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Unlike other high-performance cars, the electric Tesla Roadster is perfectly at ease cruising low and slow (and silently) down the boulevard. But press the accelerator, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re rewarded with an instant surge of power.

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If your experience of electric vehicles is limited to golf carts, the Tesla Roadster just might blow your mind.

The car will take you smoothly from 0 to 60 mph—or 60 to 120, for that matter—in less than 4 seconds.

Modeled after the Lotus Elise, the carbon-fiber car weighs

road like Velcro, the Tesla Roadster is a blast to drive.

in at 2,700 pounds, 36 percent of it claimed by the battery, or rather

On the flip side, when you take your foot off the accelerator,

batteries—6,831 of them to be precise. That may be 781 pounds

the regenerative braking system (which recycles the energy usually

more than the Elise, but don’t worry—the extra weight doesn’t slow

lost through braking) kicks in at once, causing the car to slow before

it down. Quite the contrary. Electric vehicles produce maximum

you’ve even tapped the Brembo brakes. It’s a function that takes

torque at 0 rpm, so a press of the Tesla Roadster’s accelerator

some getting used to and may have you stopping short of stop signs

launches you like a torpedo, pinning your back to the seat. No surprise

and red lights.

the small, sleek car does 0 to 60 in 3.9 seconds. And the relentless

Of course, before you can put the pedal to the metal, you have

torque means a single-speed transmission is all that’s needed to

to get into the car—a feat for any driver who’s not lean and lithe.

get you where you’re going at a rate that outpaces the Lotus. For

Like the Lotus, the Tesla sits ultra-low to the ground. Once you man-

sure, with its slot-car handling and Yokohama tires that grip the

age to sling your legs over the door sill and lower yourself into the narrow bucket seat, you’ll notice it’s none too roomy. The Spartan

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cockpit (which is, of course, what the automotive purist wants in a

She is also the librettist for opera composer Christof Bergman.

sports car) pretty much rules out the revolutionary electric vehicle

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Test-driving the Tesla WHEN THE GOOD FOLKS AT VULCAN MOTOR CLUB let me play with their

Tesla Roadster for a day, I learned that the most fun thing about this vehicle, hands down, is the stunning acceleration. Turn the key in the “ignition,” or whatever you call it in an electric car, and a “beep” tells you the motor is on. There’s no engine sound, no vibration. Tap the accelerator ever so gently, and the car eases into motion like a golf cart. You could glide quietly down a parade route at 1 mph. But press down on the pedal, and now you’re Han Solo making the jump to hyperspace. What’s more, the smooth, silent, instantaneous surge of power is available at any speed. Going from 60 to 120 is the same as going from 0 to 60—a thrill that lasts a little less than 4 seconds. Whether on back roads or the highway, I found myself looking for any opportunity to unleash a sudden, massive burst of speed.

My Tesla ride was not entirely silent. Besides the hum of the tires and the whistling wind, I heard a creaking spring that begged for adjustment. But I could forgive imperfections in fit and finish. This was, after all, the first generation of a brand new automotive marque.

Thanks to its Lotus body, the Tesla Roadster scored big points for looks. Some guy passed me on the highway, honking, smiling and giving a thumbs up. I waved back and then smoked him, unable to resist the pleasure of punching it one more time.

—Mark Dowden

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Then again, the longest distance the Tesla Roadster will take you on a single charge is 244 miles. What then? It’ll take about three-

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Five devoted customers explain why Levy’s is their key to looking great

F O R M O R E T H A N A C E N T U RY A N D a half, we’ve been in the people business. Sure, we know fabrics and weaves, cuts and colors, but it’s the people we serve and the ways we serve them that have brought us years of success. What we are today we owe to you, our clients.

We asked five Levy’s clients to relate to us how they became loyal customers and what they find here that keeps them coming back. Of course, these are just a smattering of the devoted shoppers who regularly turn to Levy’s and our professional staff for their wardrobe needs. We’re gratified by what their testaments suggest: that in dressing Middle Tennesseans and discerning visitors, we’ve been doing something right. We plan to keep on doing it, and to continue presenting the stories of clients who have become our treasured friends. (Maybe you’ll be next!)

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Claire Tucker President & CEO, CapStar Bank

C A P S TA R I S A N E W B A N K — WE OPENED JUST A YEAR AGO— BUT I’VE BEEN WEARING L E V Y ’ S clothing for many years. What attracted me to Levy’s was the quality of their offerings and the in-house tailoring. In banking, as in so many professions, credibility is associated with a polished, professional appearance.

Susan Davis is my favorite Levy’s sales associate. She has a real flare for design and is very creative in terms of putting things together that compliment both my personality and figure. I’m a conservative dresser, and Susan encourages me to match patterns and wear colors bankers wouldn’t normally wear. Besides suits, I love Donna Degnan business casual wear and the unique, classy pieces in the Carol Lipworth and Deborah Gaspar jewelry collections. Susan pulled this Strenesse and Carol Lipworth ensemble for my photo shoot and I couldn’t resist—I bought the entire look!

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Ross Schilling Artists’ Manager, Vector Management

I ’ M N O T A S U I T G U Y. M Y S T Y L E I S C A S U A L A N D C O N T E M P O R A RY — BRANDS LIKE 7 DIAMONDS, John Varvatos and Agave. I wear t-shirts and sneakers to work, and I’m a total jeans fanatic! I probably own more than 50 pairs, everything from PRPS to Nudie. There’s nothing more fun than breaking in a new pair of jeans while cruising on the Harley or in the Ross-hog, my ’76 Eldorado.

I work in the music industry as a personal, day-to-day manager for Kid Rock, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Seether and 38 Special, so I always wear what’s current and cool. My girl Adrienne Scarbrough hooks up my wardrobe and selects the perfect looks for red-carpets events like the Grammys and CMA Awards. Last year I rocked Robert Graham sportcoats, and I’m excited to see what Adrienne has in mind for my next killer Levy’s outfit.

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Y O U K N O W L E V Y ’ S I S A F A M I LY- O W N E D B U S I N E S S T H E M O M E N T Y O U WA L K THROUGH THE DOOR, JUST BY THE way you feel. It’s like being at home and talking with friends because the people at Levy’s show genuine interest in your work and weekend plans. I can tell by everyone’s cheerful smile that David and Ellen treat their staff like family too.

I started shopping at Levy’s when Vance Stewart, a dear family friend and my personal salesperson, began working there. He also dressed my father and now my sons—that’s three generations of the Moats family! His professionalism and friendly nature make him a top sales associate at Levy’s, and he has great memory and intuition; he remembers my size and all of my previous purchases. I usually enter Levy’s knowing what I’m looking for, and somehow Vance does too.

Most of the time it’s Armani—anything from suits and sportcoats to dress shirts and t-shirts. I purchased my Armani

Ted Moats Owner & CEO, Moats Enterprises tuxedo that I wore for my two sons’ weddings at Levy’s.

Whether I’m going to the office or the NASCAR track, I like my clothing to project success and authority while still being comfortable and casual.

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W E D I S C O V E R E D L E V Y ’ S I N T H E E A R LY 1970’S WHEN WE WERE FINISHING D E N TA L S C H O O L . E A G E R T O D R E S S T H E part of rising healthcare professionals, we had been on a wild goose chase for the right business suits. Hands down, Levy’s had the best selection. Harry Webster, our first and only Levy’s sales associate, has worked with us for over 30 years now. He keeps us updated on new merchandise

Drs. George &William Butler

Dental Practitioner and Dean, Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry, respectively; Brothers and Partners in Butler Dental

and styles, and we love his impeccable taste in ties, pocket squares and other accessories.

In our profession, image is important; we need to look like the picture of health, so to speak, to our students and patients. That’s why we wear brands like Hickey Freeman, Ermenegildo Zegna and Canali. Often people think our suits are custom made. We laugh when they ask, “Where do you guys get those tailor-made suits?” and we answer, “Right off the rack at Levy’s.” The tailors in the store make the suits fit perfectly, so they look as if they were designed specially for you.

Sometimes the salespeople tease us that we should work at Levy’s because we shop there so often. It’s that friendly environment and warm atmosphere, combined with quality garments and tailoring, that have kept us returning for so many years.

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GREEN DAY

Mother Nature’s favorite color has a versatility other hues can only envy

IF YOU DOUBT THE UTILITY OF GREEN, just consider any flower garden or florist’s

window: You’ll see that green really does go with every other color. Green is the ultimate “neutral,” giving other hues—orange, red, yellow, blue, lavender—a lift.

The rooms shown on these pages demonstrate not only its versatility, but some of the moods it can create. Soft green lends an air of calm to any indoor space, while a strong, bright green is energizing.

This page: Paul Fortune brought an unending variety of green into this understated workspace, making it a perfect spot for contemplation. The large painting is by Charles Fine.

Opposite: Several restful shades of green are accented with orange in the neatly tailored library of Sean Mathis and Florence de Dampierre. A line of orange beneath the green cornice molding helps tie the scheme together.

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This page: Jarrett Hedborg used apple-green upholstery with Benjamin Moore pink walls to create an eye-popping living room. The tropical landscape painting picks up both colors.

Opposite: Home décor should brighten one’s life, says designer Jonathan Adler. He followed that advice quite literally in the foyer of his own apartment, where a green lacquered console and a portrait of Liberace, a pet terrier, take center stage.

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This page: Florence de Dampierre designed her pool house on a grand scale (it even has its own pool room, shown here), but decorated it to be light, airy and linked to the garden outside. Green details—stenciling on the white floor, silk drapes, Chinoiserie wallpaper

by Schumacher, the traditional felt on the billiard table and the glass shades of the billiard light—create a harmonious whole.

Opposite: The garden theme of the pool house extends to the dining room, with its bright green walls, antique botanical prints and floral curtains. Chairs are from Crate & Barrel.

The tree-trunk table is de Dampierre’s own design.

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BLE AKE Rich texture, layers, shades of grey and pops of color define this season’s hottest looks. Whether dressed up or casual, the attraction is undeniable

VELVET TOUCH Adriane looks fetching in a gold silk top by Gerard Darel, a Donna Degnan sweater jacket, the “Hannah” flare jean by Christopher Blue and a chunky turquoise and smokey quartz necklace by Carol Lipworth.

Mitch is ready to party in a velvet sportcoat by Armani Collezioni, a Robert Graham print shirt and Armani Collezioni t-shirt. Jeans by Nudie. Black ostrich belt by Torino.

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COOL CONFIDENCE The soft palette and understated sophistication of Armani Collezioni are evident in these new cool-weather looks from the Italian master. Her necklace is

by Carol Lipworth. His messenger bag is by Bosca.

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PLAID IDEA Classic glen plaid is updated with a touch of purple this season. Adriane wears Luciano Barbera’s riding jacket with scarlet buttonholes—a nod to the traditional attire for riding to hounds.

Pants by Luciano Barbera. Cashmere scarf

by Rodika Zanian. Handbag by Gerard Darel.

Mitch’s wool flannel suit is by Armani Collezioni.

Dress shirt and tie are Ermenegildo Zegna.

Levy’s Italian silk pocket square.

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LAYER TAKE Rodika Zanian’s tunic, skirt and leggings give Adriane a touch of nautical flair. Necklace

by Stefania Carrera. Handbag

by Gerard Darel.

On Mitch, a butter-soft sportcoat by Sand, the hot Danish label, tops a 7 Diamonds sport shirt and Electric Board t-shirt by Drifter. Roadie jeans by Agave. Messenger bag by Bosca.

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HARVEST HOME Mitch’s plaid Etro sportcoat is enlivened by rich autumn colors.

His print shirt is also by Etro.

Jeans by Armani Collezioni.

Chunky belt by Robert Graham.

Delicate fruits and flowers decorate Adriane’s sheer tunic and camisole by For Love and Liberty.

Goddess jeans by Agave Nectar.

Necklace by Carol Lipworth.

Handbag by Botkier.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIEL SPRINGSTON STYLING BY STEPHEN VITARBO HAIR AND MAKEUP BY ANNA BERNABE

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ESCAPE TO THE

REETHI RAH and COCOA ISLAND offer

two visions of BEACHSIDE PARADISE

MALDIVES THINK DESERT-ISLAND PARADISE, and a variety of tropical images inevitably come to

mind: sandy beaches that are ultra-white and silky under foot, a crystal sea studded with colorful coral reefs, azure skies, perfect palm trees and, of course, quiet seclusion.

If one destination matches this mental checklist, it’s the Maldives, an island republic sprawled across 56,000 square miles of the Indian Ocean. The Maldives has the distinction of being the world’s lowest-lying country; its sandy hillocks rarely reach more than a few meters above sea level. That’s because the entire country is a constellation of coral reef atolls. Twenty-six atolls comprise 1,192 small islands, only 202 of which are inhabited. Of these, about 90 are resort islands, and of the 90, perhaps 18 are truly special, the location of some of the most rarefied resorts anywhere.

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IMAGES BY: ROLF GOTTWALD FOTODESIGN, CHRIS CALDICOTT, CERULEAN VILLA

The over-water villas at Reethi Rah offer thatched-roof elegance and endless views of the Indian Ocean.

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Perched over water, the villas at Cocoa Island emphasize barefoot luxury. The resort setting is more reef than island, as seen in the photo below; snorkeling and diving are prime activities here.

At Reethi Rah (opposite), high ceilings, natural materials and minimalist style distinguish the large villas. Beachside dining—al fresco, of course—is one of several mealtime options.

While the Maldives has had occasional visitors for millennia—it was a stop on ancient Persian and Chinese trade routes—it was only in the mid-1990s that tourism took off, meaning virtually all of the resorts in the Maldives are quite new. The best of these resorts have a lot in common: Each has luxury villas of unique design. Each has extraordinary coral reefs lying just offshore, a world of rays, triggerfish, clownfish and hawksbill turtles. Each has stellar service and a great spa—because the whole point of a Maldives vacation is to send you home relaxed, recharged and refreshed. It’s why Donna Karan, Sienna Miller, Beyoncé Knowles and Sir Paul McCartney are major fans.

But the approach to relaxation varies by resort. Here we present two resorts consistently rated among the best of the best, representing two ends of the relaxation spectrum: One&Only Reethi Rah makes you comfortable with electronic amenities and glamorous surroundings, while Cocoa Island epitomizes the concept of “barefoot luxury.”

REETHI RAH One&Only resorts are the top-tier properties of Butch Kerzner, who developed Atlantis in the Bahamas and Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. There are just six One&Only resorts worldwide (the best-known to Americans being Palmilla at the tip of the Baja Peninsula), and what they share are sophistication without stuffiness and service that approaches six stars.

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desk) whisks you to the property, one of the few islands in the Maldives that has been expanded, in this case to six times its original size. There are 130 large villas, some set on stilts over the water. The beach villas have outdoor king-sized sun beds set on private infinity pools next to the beach.

In a country renowned for its spas, Reethi Rah sets the bar high. An ESPA spa offers 10 treatment rooms and many ayurvedic therapies, not to mention signature treatments like the ESPA Energy Equalizer with Volcanic Hot Stones. There’s a yoga pavilion, women-only areas and multi-day Wellness Journeys, such as the seven-day Holistic Fitness journey.

The choice of restaurants at Reethi Rah is superb. Fanditha serves Lebanese cuisine on tables placed on the sand as well as in Arabian-style tents; Tapasake offers Japanese fusion; Reethi Restaurant has an international menu. And the remote location is no barrier to gastronomic excellence. Sushi-grade fish is flown in from Tokyo, free-range lamb from Australia, strawberries from Belgium. Reethi Rah ranks number 17 for food—in the world, mind you—on the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List 2009 of the Best Hotels in the World.

COCOA ISLAND Cocoa Island has a deceptive simplicity, not unlike that of its sister Como resort, Parrot Cay, half a world away in the Turks & Caicos. It’s as if the humble but well-located beach shack has

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Soaring spaces and opulent design mark the spa at Reethi Rah (left). The resort has no shortage of options for soaking, from swimming pools—seen above is just one of the 40—to spa treatments (right). Known for gourmet fare, both Cocoa Island and Reethi Rah fly in fresh food from the world over.

Below, seared tuna from Cocoa’s Asian-influenced menu.

been made over with cool urban chic.

Cocoa lies in South Malé atoll, a 35-minute speedboat transfer from the international airport. Hotelier Christina Ong’s philosophy prevails here, so the property remains a simple islet covered with palms, wild sea grapes and hibiscus, encircled by a reef with proverbial gin-clear waters.

The resort is small, just 33 rooms, and its architecture unusual. Serpentine wooden walkways lead out to each accommodation, which is set on stilts, with baby sharks and reef fish circling below. There are rooms, suites, loft suites and loft villas, the latter with kitchen and private butler. The Dhoni suites are built to resemble local fishing boats. Surrounded by water, they actually look like floating boats, but they are firmly secured on stilts. Each has a full-length glass wall, giving you a sweeping view of the Indian Ocean from your bed.

Inside they are airy indeed, with high cathedral ceilings. Bathrooms are huge, with separate shower and tub. But it’s the natural materials that are standouts.

There are lots of white fabrics, including Frette sheets. The furnishings are wood and understated, floors are teak, and the overall mood rather Zen-like.

Maybe the single biggest reason to choose Cocoa Island is the Shambhala Retreat, widely considered among the best spas in the Maldives. If you’re pining for an Abhyanga Ayurvedic massage or a two-hour Como Shambhala Ritual massage, go for it. After a morning of yoga on the beach, of course. This place has a massive reputation among devotees of yoga, and some of the world’s leading instructors hang out here.

Cuisine is a major part of your stay at any Como property, and at the Ufaa restaurant, which is thatched with alang alang grass, you sit on large sofas and cushions. You can expect Indian-, Sri Lankan- and Thai-style cuisine, or you can elect low-fat, organic Como Shambhala cuisine.

At Cocoa Island, you can literally snorkel from your room to reef. And if you’ve ever contemplated learning to dive, these calm waters would be the place

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to begin. There’s even deep sea fishing and windsurfing available as well.

The best time to visit the Maldives is December through March, the driest months.

But to capture the true spirit of Cocoa Island, simply take a private boat to a

Temperature remains steady year-round, averaging 88° F by day and 73° F at night.

deserted beach, with champagne, picnic and partner in hand. After all, you don’t

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The Patek Philippe Ref. 5207 is a complicated masterpiece with an understated look. This new timepiece features a minute repeater (known as the queen of complications), a tourbillon, an instantaneous perpetual calendar (212 components are required to switch all calendar displays simultaneously at midnight), a moon phase display and five additional display aperturesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all contained in a sleek Calatrava-style case, whose platinum flanks are hand-engraved.

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When Queen Victoria attended the Great Exhibition, a celebration

modern building with state-of-the-art workshops. More than 70 patents

of technological marvels held in London in 1851, she was struck by a

boast of inventions that have dazzled and inspired the horologic commu-

wondrous pocket watch. Remarkable not only for its lovely detail, the

nity for the last century and a half. Yet Patek’s dynamic vision is matched

timepiece represented a significant horologic advance. Unlike other mod-

by a devotion to craftsmanship that represents the very best of Swiss

els of the day, the watch was “keyless,” requiring no separate (and eas-

watchmaking. It’s this marriage of innovation and tradition that produces

ily misplaced) component for winding and setting. The Queen promptly

timepieces collectors covet and families pass down through generations.

acquired the watch, the creation of a small Geneva-based manufacturer who would soon become world-renowned: Patek Philippe.

While numerous royals, popes and dignitaries have since joined

The company was founded in 1839 by Antoine Norbert de Patek and François Czapek, Polish refugees who fled their country after a failed uprising against the Russian Empire. When the men eventually parted ways, Patek

the ranks of those who favor Patek, the company’s commitment to in-

joined forces with the French watchmaker Adrien Philippe, whose name

novation remains unchanged from its early days. Nestled just outside of

graces the brand we now recognize. Today, the company is rare among Ge-

Geneva at Plan-les-Ouates, Patek’s headquarters is housed in a strikingly

nevan watch manufacturers in that it remains independent and family-owned.

Purchased by the Stern brothers in 1932, it is now led by third- and fourth-

Led by the father-son team of Philippe and Thierry Stern (above), Patek Philippe is the last private, independent Genevan watch manufacturer. The Gondolo

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generation family members, Philippe Stern and his son, Thierry.

The French term bienfacture (essentially, “to make well”) encapsu-

watch at upper right exemplifies the low-key elegance of the brand. But Patek

lates the painstaking care with which Patek produces its watches. Most

has always done bravura custom designs as well, such as the enameled and

models are made in small quantities and each is treated as an individual

diamond-encrusted pocket watch case shown at bottom.

work of art. The company’s 200 skilled watchmakers finish each time-

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The Grand Reverso 101 is set with nearly 4 carats of F-G color, top-quality diamonds.

piece by hand, tending with great patience to the tiniest of details. In-

among the most exciting elements for collectors are a watch’s “complica-

deed, mechanical components not even visible to the owner are polished

tions.” The term refers to functions beyond standard time display such as

and embellished with the same impeccable aesthetic concern applied to

a perpetual calendar with moon phases, multiple time zones, or small and

the watch’s exterior. The end result is an understated and elegant time-

grand strikes. In this area, Patek Philippe excels, stunning aficionados with

piece whose beauty appeals to the most sophisticated tastes.

exceptional timepieces ranging from the Calibre 89 (nine years in the making,

When it comes to quality control, Patek maintains the most strin-

it boasts 33 complications, including a leap year indicator and thermometer)

gent standards of perfectionism. While many manufacturers purchase

to the millennial Star Caliber 2000 (its creation led to six newly filed patents

watch components from other makers, speeding up the process but

for innovations, among them a sonorous Westminster chime). Recently,

relinquishing a measure of control, Patek holds to the value of slow

the debut of the complicated World Time watch delighted collectors for its

craftsmanship. The company produces all watch movements, cases

permanent display of all 24 time zones and its coveted cloisonné enamel dial.

and bracelets on site in order to oversee every detail of their product’s

While the launch of a new design sends a thrill through the horolog-

creation. More than 1,200 individual steps go into producing a single watch, a process that can take up to two years for a complicated time-

Patek Philippe Ref. 5180/1 (top right) is a tour de force of skeletonization.

piece. Meanwhile, each watch is subjected to 600 hours of testing during

The plates, bridges and cocks of the ultra-thin, self-winding movement have been

manufacturing and up to a month of additional observation afterwards. It

cut back aggressively, pushing structural and functional limits. Each flat piece

is only after these strenuous measures are completed that the company

is elaborately engraved, producing a delicate, filigreed effect. At top left, the

will give the watch its distinguished name.

assembled movement of Ref. 5207 reveals the tourbillon and hallmark Calatrava

There is much to be admired in such fine mechanical timepieces, but

cross. At bottom left, a cloisonné enamel dial is constructed by hand.

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ic world, a brand’s enduring collection is a true

A contemporary interpretation of the Art Deco

testament to its watchmakers’ skills. Among

movement, the Gondolo collection features

Patek’s iconic models is the Calatrava, a

attractive rectangular shapes; a variation of this

classic round wristwatch first introduced

model, the women’s “Twenty-4,” is a refined,

in 1932. Reflecting the tenets of Bauhaus

diamond-set wristwatch for all occasions.

design, the Calatrava emphasizes clean lines, functionality and a subtle elegance that endures—at the same time it defies—passing fads.

The Golden Ellipse is one of the most instantly iden-

In keeping with the meticulous care shown each watch in the manufacturing process, Patek Philippe maintains a lifelong interest in its timepieces.

Since the company’s founding in 1839, it has kept archival

tifiable Patek Philippe designs, with a fluid elliptical shape

records for every watch produced, a rare resource for owners.

based on the architectural principle of “divine” proportions.

Likewise, the company is unique in stocking parts from the earliest days of manufacturing, so they may continue to service

At top left, a Patek Philippe artist creates an enameled dial with the

their creations as the years pass. This is one more way Patek

aid of a microscope. At right, the Aquanaut Luce Ref. 5069 haute joail-

ensures its product may be passed on, an elegant heirloom of

lerie model combines the rugged, contemporary styling of Patek’s iconic

great personal significance, from mother to daughter, father to son.

Aquanaut with a pavé setting of 387 flawless Top Wesselton round diamonds. Seen

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at bottom is the Star Caliber 2000, a pocket watch created to mark the millennium,

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comprising an astounding 21 complications with six patented inventions.

She lives in New Orleans.

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SKIING 1 MILLION ACRES, B.C. Revelstoke and Kicking Horse are North America’s new frontier of lift-served skiing IF YOU’VE EVER BEEN STUCK in ski traffic on I-70 in Colorado and longed

for a more remote mountain experience, consider heading north to British Columbia—not to the coastal mega-resort of Whistler Blackcomb, where you risk being bummed out by rain at the base, but to the interior of B.C., where you’re guaranteed light powder, freedom from crowds, gorgeous vistas and improved bragging rights when you return home.

The two up-and-coming B.C. resorts generating big buzz are Kicking Horse and Revelstoke, and they have a lot in common. Both are hard to get to: Prepare for a long flight and a lengthy (but traffic-free!) mountain drive. And both are big, demanding mountains, like Jackson Hole or Snowbird—family destinations, sure, but also places where hard-core skiers and boarders can really put testosterone levels to the test.

This is skiing’s new frontier, remote mountains that were colonized by heli-skiing operations and a handful of über-fit backcountry powder hounds. Now that they’ve opened as resorts, savvy skiers have discovered that the reward for a long road trip is a heli-skiing experience without the peril or expense of a helicopter, amidst jaw-dropping scenery.

Start with Kicking Horse, which opened in late 2000. You get there by flying to Calgary and then driving two-and-a-half hours along the TransCanada Highway to the mining and timber town of Golden, B.C. Kicking Horse had humble beginnings as a locals-only area called Whitetooth, accessed via a gravel road and a single-lane bridge, with a log cabin as a day lodge. The lone chairlift carried a few hundred skiers a day.

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But then Vancouver architect Oberto Oberti and partner Ballast Nedam Canada Ltd. arrived and spent $150 million U.S., with another $100 million scheduled to be spent here by 2010.

What really kick-started Kicking Horse was the installation of the

Then there’s Revelstoke, which takes “extreme” to greater heights.

The new kid on the block, it opened in late 2007 with a sizeable boast: Revelstoke claimed that in a few years it would be bigger than Whistler

Dogtooth Range of the Purcells, the exclusive domain of heli-skiing opera-

Blackcomb, currently the largest resort in North America and the setting

tions, became accessible by mere mortals. The gondola gave the resort a

for the alpine events of the 2010 Winter Olympics.

Take the gondola to the top of CPR Ridge, and you encounter a

Now, Revelstoke is a working rail town with a population of about 8,500 people, hardly a world-class resort. But what gave the brash

near-vertigo-inducing panorama of the jagged Canadian Rockies and

boast some heft were the surroundings. Revelstoke is smack dab in the

Selkirk Mountains. Kicking Horse’s four dozen marked runs are mere sug-

Monashee Mountains, one of the most legendary heli-skiing grounds. The

gestions. Basically, if you can see it, you can ski it. From CPR Ridge and

Monashees average 500 inches of powder a year—that’s more than 40

Redemption Ridge, you can drop in from any of 70 inbound chutes, some

feet of snow—and a heli-ski trip here has long been the stuff of dreams.

of which are breathtakingly close to vertical. The steep head walls drop

Suddenly, for the price of a lift ticket, anyone could access these

into broad bowls, which funnel down to gladed runs and mogul fields.

legendary powder fields with a trip up 8,029-foot Mt. Mackenzie. That’s

Exhaustion and exhilaration are partners here. And if you have novices in

the resort mountain, heavily treed below, with alpine bowls above. It

your family, note that there is a beginner’s way down from the summit.

amasses an impressive 480 annual inches of light, dry snow yearly, just

The town of Golden will never rival Aspen for amenities, but there are still some niceties for visitors. Foremost are the Eagle Eye Suites, a

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Golden Eagle Express gondola. Overnight, a 12,000-foot peak in the

4,133-foot vertical drop, second in Canada only to Whistler Blackcomb.

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shy of the 500-inch mark.

At the beginning of its second season, 2008–09, Revelstoke surpassed

pair of luxury accommodations on the second floor of the summit lodge,

both Whistler and Vail for vertical, boasting 5,620 feet, with 32 trails, four

which houses the gondola terminal and Eagle Eye Restaurant. The suites

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Heli-cious descent: For skiers who want entire peaks to themselves, Revelstoke provides helicopter access to a half-million acres in the Monashee Mountains (opposite top). And for those who prefer to find creature comforts at the summit, the lodge atop Revelstoke’s Mt. Mackenzie fills the bill. The gondola seen at lower left is one of two at the rapidly expanding resort. This page: High above a cloud bank, a skier raises a cloud of powder at Kicking Horse.

skiable acreage is now 3,031. In short, it’s enormous and getting more so.

What vaults Revelstoke into the potentially great resort category is that it offers lift-served skiing, snow-cat skiing and heli-skiing, all from the moun-

and Selkirk Mountains is pretty inspiring. Right now, the coolest place to sleep is the newly opened Nelsen Lodge, a luxury boutique hotel at the base.

The future? The owners claim the skiing could be developed to the

tain base. Just carry your skis, buy the appropriate pass, and go. No other

point where Revelstoke would have 6,000 vertical feet and 10,000 skiable

mountain in North America can deliver that. The numbers that go along with

acres, which would make it by far the biggest resort in North America.

it tell the tale: The snow cat gets you to an additional 5,000 acres, while the

The plan is for a four-season resort that in 15 years will have 130 trails,

heli-skiing option opens up an astonishing 500,000 acres of wilderness.

5,000 lodging units and an 18-hole golf course.

If Revelstoke has an issue at this point, it’s that it’s too tough for any

But for now, go and ski this uncrowded hill while it’s still in its infancy.

but solid intermediate skiers and above. You won’t be pleased if you’re

And if your friends give you a blank stare when you tell them where

a novice—not when more than half of the mountain is rated “advanced”

you’ve been, that will be a good thing. The secret isn’t out yet.

and there are only two green runs. Good skiers test their mettle on that nearly 5,700-foot vertical, and multi-mile runs like Snow Rodeo and Devil’s

KICKING HORSE MOUNTAIN RESORT, B.C.

Club can be an endurance challenge. It also helps to be comfortable in

GETTING THERE: Fly to Calgary, rent a four-wheel-drive vehicle, and then drive two-

powder, since Revelstoke gets plenty of it.

and-a-half hours to Golden, B.C.

The other challenge? Getting here. Revelstoke is located six hours from

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both Vancouver and Calgary. As for the town, you won’t find the comforts of Jackson Hole. But the architecture, a mix of Victorian, Queen Anne and Dutch Revival, is authentically charming, and the backdrop of the Monashee

REVELSTOKE MOUNTAIN RESORT, B.C. GETTING THERE: Fly to Vancouver or Calgary, and then rent a four-wheel-drive vehicle for the six-hour drive. Alternatively, take a flight into regional Kelowna Airport, followed by a

E V E R E T T P O T T E R , a contributing editor to Ski magazine,

two-and-a-half-hour drive.

has skied on four continents.

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BY M A R K D O W D E N

RYE REDUX THOMAS H. HANDY SAZERAC RYE, a special bottling from Buffalo Trace Distillery, is one of the LEADING LIGHTS of a WHISKEY RENAISSANCE PEOPLE THINK OF BOURBON as the classic American

of rye, they mean straight rye—true rye.

spirit, but for most of our country’s history, the

Eighteenth-century Americans drank spirits in great

more popular native whiskey was straight rye. To-

quantity, often beginning at breakfast. After the Revolu-

day rye is resurgent, with good reason: The best

tion, the preferred dram shifted from rum and fruit brandy

rye, spicy and dry, is more intricate and more inter-

to whiskey, especially in the Mid-Atlantic and the South.

esting than bourbon.

Scots-Irish immigrants fueled the trend. They arrived with

Let’s define our terms: At some point in

a taste for whiskey and the know-how to make it from

the 20th century, “rye” became synony-

whatever grain was on hand, which more often than not

mous with blended Canadian whiskey,

was rye. George Washington operated a sizeable rye dis-

even though many Canadian whiskies

tillery at Mount Vernon. And when, as President, he rode

contain little or no rye grain. In the U.S.,

out with 13,000 troops to quell the Whiskey Rebellion in

by contrast, “straight rye whiskey” must

western Pennsylvania, the whiskey in question was rye.

be distilled from at least 51 percent rye,

For most of the 19th century, Maryland and Pennsyl-

just as “straight bourbon whiskey” must

vania produced a lot more rye per year than Kentucky did

contain at least 51 percent corn in the

bourbon. When the classic whiskey cocktails, the Sazerac

mash bill. When whiskey geeks speak

and the Manhattan, were popularized, they called not for

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac rye is just one great whiskey from Buffalo Trace.

Dating to 1787, the distillery sits by the Kentucky River in Frankfort, just over the hill in this 1871 map.

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Scenes from Buffalo Trace (clockwise): Whiskey ages in Warehouse C, which dates to 1885. Obie Kemper pulls a sample for tasting while Elmer T. Lee, master distiller emeritus, tries to be patient. When the whiskey is deemed ready for bottling, it gets “dumped” from the barrel over charcoal bits. Here, Sazerac rye, the sixyear-old known as “baby Saz,” goes into the bottle.

bourbon but for rye. To drink a Manhattan made with rye, by the way, can

(known to devotees as “baby Saz”), a stunning 18-year-old and a special

be a revelation. I’ve never cared for a bourbon Manhattan—too sweet—

bottling called Thomas H. Handy Sazerac rye. The Handy is named for

but the drink made with three parts rye, one part sweet vermouth and a

the New Orleans barkeep who updated the Sazerac cocktail in the late

dash of Angostura bitters, the original 1874 recipe, is terrific.

1800s by substituting rye for the cognac of the original recipe.

So what killed real rye? In a word, Prohibition. When the act was

Buffalo Trace issues a new, barrel-strength bottling of its Thomas H.

repealed in 1933, distillers had to crank up production from scratch.

Handy Sazerac rye each fall. Recently I tasted the third release, for which

They gravitated to bourbon, probably because corn was the cheaper

Buffalo Trace supplied some enticing statistics: Distilled in spring 2002 from

grain. While the new bourbon was aging, Canadian whiskey continued

Minnesota rye complemented by Kentucky corn and North Dakota malted

to flood the U.S. market, just as it had on a bootleg basis since 1919.

barley, the whiskey aged for six years, five months on the fifth floor of Ware-

Sweet and generic, this “rye” became the norm, while only a few die-

house M. Twenty-two barrels were hand-picked for bottling under the Thom-

hard distilleries in the U.S. resumed the production of straight rye.

as H. Handy Sazerac label. It’s interesting to note that 30 percent of the whis-

Now, after a 70-year hiatus, straight rye is enjoying a major comeback. Call this Phase III of the Great Whiskey Awakening. In Phase I,

key was lost to evaporation! That’s the effect of hot Kentucky summers.

Uncut and unfiltered, the rye was bottled at a mouth-searing 127.5 proof.

single malt Scotch became the subject of connoisseurship. In Phase II,

If the baby Saz is the perfect cocktail rye—spicy, grassy and a

enthusiasm turned to bourbon, leading distillers to feats of small-batch

little sour—the Handy is best enjoyed on the rocks (with a splash of

and single-barrel greatness. In Phase III, the focus is straight rye, and

branch water to cut the strength). Thick and lush, it mingles sweet

distillers are scrambling to keep up with demand.

bourbon tastes with a sourdough tang and lingering floral notes. Frank-

While bourbon peters out with too much aging, rye whiskey, like

ly, it tastes like a great bourbon, a fine Scotch and an elegant old rye all

Scotch, becomes more rounded and complex with additional years in

in one. This is a big, powerful, complex whiskey that seems to evolve

the barrel. Older ryes are in short supply, and prices have shot up. The

with each delicious sip—proof positive that American straight rye is a

brands to look for are Black Maple Hill, Hirsch Selection, Sazerac and

once and future king.

High West Rendezvous—the latter a highly successful blend of sixyear-old and 16-year-old ryes.

Most rye on the current market comes from bourbon distilleries in Kentucky. This includes Sazerac, a new brand with an old name from the Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Ky., which is producing some of the best whiskies in America. The Sazerac ryes include a bold six-year-old

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TASTING NOTES THOMAS H. HANDY SAZERAC RYE C O L O R | Bright, reddish brown N O S E | Caramel, molasses, new-mown grass, pepper, saddle leather.

PA L AT E | Christmas fruit cake, toffee, mint, cinnamon, clove.

M A R K D O W D E N , a native of Kentucky who was educated at the

F I N I S H | Sourdough bread, long floral notes, coconut, nutmeg.

University of St. Andrews, considers himself whiskey agnostic.

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GORGEOUS MALBEC FROM CAHORS

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BY C Y N T H I A H U R L E Y

IT’S FALL. You can feel it and smell it in the breeze. Ever since

In his book Wines of South-West France, Paul Strang tells us

I stepped outside, I’ve been thinking about my earthenware pot

that in the 14th century, most of the wine being shipped out of Bor-

of cassoulet doing a slow bubble on the stove. Is there any meal

deaux was from Quercy, the region of which Cahors is capital. Some

better for a day with a little nip in the air? And, being a wine

of these very profits allowed the Bordelais to clear their marshy

importer, I’m also thinking about what to uncork with it, but this

Medoc vineyards and develop their own winemaking business. The

is not a real head-scratcher. Cahors, that powerhouse red from

Bordelais often mixed in the superior Cahors grape juice to add sub-

the southwest of France, is far and away my first choice. Great

stance to their then rather amateurish, insipid wines.

Cahors is one of the richest and inkiest wines you’ll ever put in

One of the most appealing estates you can visit in the Cahors

your mouth. And the history of Cahors is as rich as the taste. I’ll

region is Clos Triguedina. The name comes from the medieval lan-

give you just a sip of that.

guage Occitan. “Me trigo de dina” means “I’m longing to dine,”

Cahors is a very old wine town, planted by the Romans, to the east of Bordeaux. The people of Cahors were making wine

which is probably what travelers said as they passed through Cahors on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela.

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when the Bordelais were still drinking beer. Their wines would

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float west along the Lot River to Bordeaux, where the Borde-

Custodian of a family tradition dating back to the time of Louis-Philippe,

lais would extract heavy taxes and sell the wines to markets in

vintner Jean-Luc Baldès (above, left) puts grapes in a prune oven. Grown in a

northern Europe.

sun-kissed Cahors vineyard (top right), grapes are harvested lovingly by hand.

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(Clockwise from left): Malbec grapes grow in clusters on the vine, barrels fill a commodious cellar and vineyard rows promise tomorrow’s sipping indulgence under the supervision of Monsieur et Madame Baldès.

A Scotsman in Côtes du Rhône: McKinlay sold his information technology business to retire on a vineyard. But the extraordinary land on the slopes of Mont Ventoux drew him deeper into the new venture.

Clos Triguedina makes a wine called Prince Probus

which is 100% Malbec; and The New Black Wine (also

to commemorate the action by the Roman Emperor

100% Malbec), which is made in the style approximat-

Probus in 280, which put the winemakers of Cahors

ing the way Cahors used to taste in the pre-phylloxera

officially back in business after a previous edict had

days. Phylloxera vastatrix is that very nasty sap-sucking

outlawed winemaking outside Italy. Apparently, grow-

insect that nearly wiped out all the vineyards of France

ing wheat was not nearly as interesting as making wine

in the latter 19th century.

and that part of their agricultural obligation was being

In the past, Black Wine was made by baking the

neglected. The plucky folks from Cahors had largely

grapes in the oven, pouring them into a saucepan and

ignored the ban, but it was good to be out in the

then boiling them to remove most of the water. Today’s

open again. The wine called Probus is powerful, racy,

Black Wine is made by putting the grapes in a wooden

silky, harmonious, first-class, and you should probably

box with grills on the bottom and blowing in warm air to

drop whatever you are doing and go and buy a bottle or

shrivel them. The grapes are then pressed, fermented,

three. Sorry. It’s easy to get carried away with the taste

and aged in new oak barrels for 18 months. The wine

of this wine. It is splendid.

is dark (although not really black), smoky and delicious.

Etienne Baldès planted Clos Triguedina in 1830.

Today, Jean-Luc Baldès is the eighth generation to be

Uncork some Cahors tonight; it’s the finest expression of Malbec in the world.

in charge of the winery. The domain makes three red wines I particularly love: Clos Triguedina, which is a

CLOS TRIGUEDINA

blend of 80% Malbec (known locally and historically as

TASTE | RICH, DARK, BERRY FLAVORS, SMOKY, SPICY, LONG-LIVED

Auxerrois), 15% Merlot and 5% Tannat; Prince Probus,

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PRICE | CLOS TRIGUEDINA: $25, PRINCE PROBUS: $50,

a frequent writer on the subject.

THE NEW BLACK WINE: $60

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BY ELLEN LEVY

Recharging at

RANCHO LA PUERTA The original destination spa is still the best

“I KNOW I AM GOING TO GET OLD SOMEDAY, but I am

just not ready yet!” So said Deborah Szekely, age 87, on a warm Tuesday evening in May on my recent visit to the place I call heaven on earth, Rancho La Puerta. My friends and I gathered to hear the inspirational words of Deborah, founder of the original destination spa, now celebrating its 69th year. Deborah gave us a brief update on Rancho La Puerta, a 3,000-acre property in Tecate, Mexico, just an hour’s drive south of San Diego, and she spoke of making the right choices—scheduling activities that will benefit you in life. These days Deborah treats herself to a personal trainer three days a week, continues to work in the Golden Door spa, which she also founded, and spends time with her friends, who are all 20 to 30 years younger than her because, she explains, everyone her age is “old.”

A week at Rancho La Puerta is all about you. You choose your activities every hour of every day. If fitness is your thing, hikes begin at 6 a.m., classes at 9. If you want to spend all day at the spa, taking art classes, going on bird walks, hearing lectures and lounging by one of the four pools, then that is what you do. Forget reality for seven glorious days, and leave the cell phone in your room.

On my first visit, I noticed a board containing names of guests and how many times

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Scenes from paradise (clockwise from top): the main building

they have visited the ranch. I wondered why people have chosen to return to the ranch

at Rancho La Puerta, a desert hiking trail, lunch prepared

over and over again, as many as 86 times, and I quickly figured it out. Once you go, you

with local ingredients, bliss at the spa. My sister Robin Rose

will understand too.

and I pose with Deborah Szekely, the founder.

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