A Few Must-Visit Regions in Italy for Wine Lovers

A seasoned finance industry professional, Rod Westmoreland serves as a private wealth advisor in the Atlanta/Buckhead Merrill Lynch Office. Recreationally, Rod Westmoreland enjoys collecting wine and traveling and counts Italy, which boasts some of the best wines in the world, among his favorite destinations.

Arguably the most iconic region for wine, Tuscany has become famous for its Sangiovese and Chianti wines. However, the Brunello and Montepulicano varietals are also quite renowned. Visitors can stay in the gorgeous medieval city of Siena and explore Biondi-Santi, Castello Banfi, and other major vineyards.

Another region that wine lovers should not miss, Umbria is located north of Tuscany. Although the area does not have as many tourists, individuals will find a large variety of great red wines made with Sagrantino grapes. Orvieto, the largest town in Umbria, is known for its white wine blend, which comes in both sweet and dry varieties.

Another key Italian region for wine lovers is Veneto along the Adriatic Sea. A rather humid area, Veneto grows Valpolicella, Soave, Bardalino, and Amarone della Valpolicella grapes. In addition to these incredible reds, the region is known for producing prosecco, a sparking wine.

The Music of the Atlanta Chamber Players

Rod Westmoreland serves as a private wealth advisor who possesses more than 30 years of experience in his field. A managing director for Merrill Lynch in Atlanta, Georgia, he focuses on high profile clients and wealthy families. Rod Westmoreland is also a patron of the arts in Atlanta, and supports the Atlanta Chamber Players (ACP).

The Atlanta Chamber Players is a well-respected mixed ensemble featuring winds, strings, and the piano. In addition to playing the traditional masterpieces and more contemporary classics, the Atlanta Chamber Players maintains a commitment to honoring living American composers by performing their works.

Performances by the Atlanta Chamber Players can be enjoyed at home through several outlets. Atlanta's NPR affiliate, WABE 90.1, broadcasts recordings of live performances on occasion. For a small donation, full concerts can be downloaded from the Atlanta Chamber Players website. These donations support the ACP Musicians' Dream Fund, a performance-related wish list for the musicians. Available concerts can be viewed and downloaded at www.atlantachamberplayers.com/music.