26/02/2026
They told me trade fairs were cold and purely business. They were wrong. 🍷✨
My first ever with Corte Odorico was a wild ride. From the pre-fair nerves and rushed labels to forgetting the most basic tool... yes, I was the winemaker who showed up without a corkscrew! 😂 (Special thanks to my neighbors for the rescue!).
There were moments where I felt like a puppy in a shelter, watching the crowd go by and hoping someone would “pick” our wine. But then, the magic happened. Real people stopped, listened to our story, and chose to believe in us. No cold business talk, just pure human connection and a shared love for what we do.
I’m heading home with a full heart, new partners, and... a 39°C fever. 🤒 A little “souvenir” from Paris I could have done without, but hey, it was worth every second.
Note to my future self: Relax, be yourself, and always, ALWAYS pack a corkscrew. 🍷🍷
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