Music legend Mary J. Blige loves wine!
“Wine tasting is one of my passions. Wine is culture. Wine is community. Wine is lifestyle. Wine is emotion.”
Her passion for wine tasting led her to fall in love with the wines of northeastern Italy, especially the fresh crisp white wine the region is famous for. Eventually she was introduced to the Fantinel family of Friuli-Venezia-Giulia. After visiting their vineyard, Mary and Fantinels decided to collaborate in a new partnership to launch Sun Goddess Wines.
Celebrity, Mary J. Blige touching grapes on the vine.
Mary J. Blige and Marco Fantinel Interview
Here’s Mary in her own words, telling about her journey to create Sun Goddess Wines:
“I have always been particularly fond of white wines that demonstrate freshness, minerality, and purity. Pinot Grigio is undoubtedly among my favorite varieties. One day, I asked a friend of mine what is the best Pinot Grigio in the world and he quickly responded that the best Pinot Grigio came from Friuli Venezia Giulia. In deepening my knowledge of this little Italian region I was introduced to Marco Fantinel, owner of one of the leading wineries of this area. Pictures alone helped me fall in love with the Fantinel estate, so I decided to go visit it personally. After walking through the vineyards and tasting with the Fantinel family, I felt extremely connected to the place, and more importantly, the people. The experience inspired me to create my own wines in partnership with Marco Fantinel.”
“The name SUN GODDESS evokes powerful childhood memories that I carry with me today. I’ve always loved the sun, and as a child I always tried to capture the sun’s warmth and energy. It was magical to me, and it’s with that spirit, that my mom began calling me ‘Sun Goddess.'”
Bottle of Prosecco by Sun Goddess Wines.
Sun Goddess Varieties and Styles
The brand’s line includes several varieties and styles:
- Prosecco
- Sauvignon Blanc (one of my personal favs!)
- Pinot Grigio – the wine that got her interested in this venture
- Merlot
The wines all reflect the cool climate, sunny days and exquisite soils that give the wines rich flavors, crisp acidity and a touch of minerality.
Want to learn more about Mary J’s Sun Goddess wines? Visit the website Sun Goddess.
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