Events
Don Melchor Wine Dinner at Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Don Melchor’s artistry is on full display during a spectacular five-course wine pairing experience in Miami, celebrating Chile’s finest Cabernet Sauvignon.
November 8th, 2024
Don Melchor, Chile’s icon wine, crafts a single wine for each vintage – a Cabernet Sauvignon that reflects the painstaking attention that goes into choosing the complex vineyard blend for each vintage, crafted from grapes from the Puente Alto vineyard, in the Maipo Valley, at the foot of the Andes Mountains. Over the years, Don Melchor has continuously received top scores and accolades, becoming an icon of Chilean wine and a benchmark for Cabernet Sauvignon throughout the world.
To commemorate their 35th vintage of Don Melchor wine an exclusive Don Melchor wine dinner was held on November 8th at Fontainebleau Miami Beach, hosted by Don Melchor winemaker and CEO Enrique Tirado at the renowned Mirabella Restaurant. The 5-course meal prepared by a Michelin star chef was paired with vintages of Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon from the years 2021, 2020, 2018, 2017.
The first course, a Carne Cruda, was paired with a Don Melchor 2020 cabernet Sauvignon. The bright taste of the fresh filet and the salt of the cornichon is complemented by a wine that was produced during one of the warmest years in a decade. Red fruit dominates the palate with ripe, hearty flavors that have a slightly dry aftertaste.
The second course, a Mushroom Risotto, was paired with a Don Melchor 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon. The richness of the cheeses in this perfectly prepared risotto is beautifully matched with this wine possessed of a deep purple color, floral notes amidst the red fruit, and a slightly sweet after taste. (This was my favorite wine of the evening)
The third course, an Agnolotti, was paired with a Don Melchor 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon. The agnolotti was the culinary showstopper of the evening for me, with sauce filled with complex layers of flavors and tender veal filled agnolotti. The wine with which it is paired has dense fruit flavors that lean closer to black currant and blueberry, yet the wine remains balanced and smooth.
The fourth course, an A-5 Miyazaki, was paired with a Don Melchor 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon. The snow aged beef melts like butter and is so well matched with this deep full-bodied wine with its round finish.
The fifth course, a Pear Semifreddo, is meant as a bright, lightly sweet treat with which to cleanse the palate after the complex, rich tones of the previous courses
The setting was elegant, the service superb, the food impeccable and the wine superb. The evening was unexpectedly delightful, and educational as well for between each course, CEO Enrique Tirado spoke with pride and passion about each wine about to be served.
Don Melchor was among Chiles winemaking pioneers. Located 18km to the south of Santiago, on the northern bank of the Maipo River Puento Alto in the foothills of the Andes mountains, the Don Melchor Vineyard played a fundamental role in Chile’s modern wine history. The Cabernet Sauvignon vines brought from Bordeaux over 140 years ago put down roots and gave birth to very fine wines full of character. Cradled by the Andes, the climate has provided unique opportunities for the development of a quality line of wines. Despite the devasting phylloxera blight of the19th century, Chile was unaffected, and there is little use of pesticides in Chilean wine country. Today the winery produces 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 1/9% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot. As Don Melchor continues to grow it remains committed to its legacy, while embracing the future with the spirit of innovation and an unwavering dedication to quality. In fact, CEO Enrique Tirado visits each section of the vineyard every morning to sample the grapes in preparation for harvesting at just the right moment.
For more than three decades Don Melchor has solidified its position as a standard of excellence in the wine community. Its identity is anchored in three fundamental pillars:
- A history of passion and commitment that is reflected in the brand’s enduring legacy.
- The unparalleled conditions of its terrain in the foothills of the Andes that lends unique character to every bottle.
- The continued pursuit of excellence and innovation based on sustainable and agroecological management.
Each of these elements combines to create a wine that is not only a product of its environment but also a refined expression of artistry, for they believe that each vine each cluster tells a story of generations of careful cultivation.
“My connection with Don Melchor spans more than 30 years. A relationship that transcends time , in which hard work, passion, and commitment have merged together. Don Melchor not only occupies an important place in my life, but also symbolizes a deep connection with nature and an understanding of terroir and the expression of a wine that has left its mark on me in ways that are hard to express”.
-Enrique Tirado: CEO & Technical Director Vina Don Melchor
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Luli Fama celebrates its Paradise Found Cruise ’27 swimwear and resortwear collection with a luxury Miami launch at its Dadeland Mall boutique.
August 20, 2026
Miami swimwear favorite Luli Fama is stepping into Cruise ’27 with Paradise Found, a new swimwear and resortwear collection inspired by tropical escapes, exotic prints and effortless vacation glamour.
South Florida Insider has already taken a closer look at the Luli Fama Paradise Found collection, and it feels made for Miami.
The new Cruise ’27 collection combines the bold, body-confident swimwear Luli Fama is known for with elevated resort pieces designed to move effortlessly from the beach and pool to cocktails and dinner.
On Thursday, August 20, Luli Fama will celebrate Paradise Found with an exclusive evening at its newest Dadeland Mall boutique in Miami, complete with fashion, light bites, personalized surprises, and a luxe espresso martini bar.
Inside Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 Collection
Paradise Found is inspired by the feeling of discovering a hidden tropical retreat.
Think lush landscapes, warm golden hour light, exotic patterns, and silhouettes made for somewhere beautiful.
The collection features Luli Fama signatures, including flattering ruched details, seamless construction, adjustable fits, and statement swimwear, alongside an expanded selection of resortwear.
We especially love the pieces that blur the line between swim and ready-to-wear.
Flowing dresses, sleek coverups, and body-skimming silhouettes make it easy to transition from a sun-drenched afternoon to an evening out without losing that relaxed resort feeling.
It is sensual, polished, and unmistakably Miami.
Luli Fama Brings Luxury Resort Style to Miami
There is a reason Paradise Found feels so natural in South Florida.
In Miami, resortwear is not reserved for vacation.
A swimsuit can become part of an outfit. A coverup can take you to lunch. A flowing resort dress can carry you from an afternoon by the water straight into cocktails and dinner.
Luli Fama has always understood that lifestyle.
Paradise Found takes it a step further, creating a Cruise ’27 wardrobe that feels as appropriate for a tropical getaway as it does for a weekend in Miami.
The campaign captures that mood beautifully, pairing the collection with palms, lush greenery, tropical architecture and the kind of sun soaked setting that makes you want to extend your vacation indefinitely.
Paradise Found Comes to Luli Fama at Dadeland Mall
Luli Fama will bring the world of Paradise Found to life on Thursday, August 20 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at its newest boutique at Dadeland Mall in Miami.
The intimate celebration will bring together invited guests, influencers, celebrities and media for an early look at Cruise ’27.
Luli Fama is also dressing invited guests in pieces from the brand, allowing the new collection to be experienced the way it was designed to be worn: in motion, styled and out for the evening.
Luli After Hours Espresso Martini Bar
Fashion is only part of the experience.
For the Paradise Found celebration, Luli Fama is introducing Luli After Hours, an Espresso Martini Bar inspired by the glamour of the collection.
Guests will be able to sip three specialty espresso martinis created for the evening.
The Luli Babe puts a polished spin on the classic espresso martini, while Golden Hour pairs salted caramel with edible gold shimmer. Miami After Dark takes a richer approach with chocolate hazelnut and a cocoa dust finish.
Along with cocktails, guests can expect light bites, curated details and a special personalized surprise.
The result feels less like a traditional retail event and more like checking into a private resort for the evening.
A Miami Swimwear Brand Celebrates at Home
For a brand with such a strong connection to South Florida, launching Paradise Found in Miami feels especially fitting.
Luli Fama has built its identity around colorful, confident swimwear and resort fashion with a distinctly tropical point of view.
Paradise Found carries that identity into Cruise ’27 while giving it a more elevated, escapist mood.
And with Luli Fama’s newest boutique now at Dadeland Mall, Miami shoppers have another destination to experience the brand in person.
After getting our own closer look at Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 collection, we can safely say the name fits.
Paradise has officially been found, and this time, it is in Miami.
Check out the collection HERE
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