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THE MESSAGE PHOTO: DANIEL KREIGER A New York Move A Frank Stilo of New York City's Forgeois Group. fter a successful stint heading the bar programs at NYC's Forgeois Group, Frank Stilo is making a move to the Standard Hotel East Village. After months of preparation, Stilo is excited to make magic happen: "Anyone can add a dozen bells and whistles to create a unique cocktail program," says Stilo. "The difficult part is simplifying the recipe while maintaining a unique approach, and I feel like we've accomplished this thoroughly via our classics and originals list," he explains of what one can expect to see on the menu. "The only thing that will outshine the cocktails is Chef John Fraser's brilliant menu!" —Rachel Burkons Generations of Experience G iovanni Pasquero Elia, of Paitin di Pasquero Elia estate in Italy's Piemonte region, is a seventh-generation winemaker. The family purchased the property in 1796 and has been growing grapes and crafting wines ever since. Renowned for its glorious Barbarescos, such as the Barbaresco Vecchie Vigne, the Paitin estate also produces fine Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto and Arneis. Sustainability is rigorously practiced in Paitin's vineyards. Of utmost importance is the "living" soil; chemical fertilizers and herbicides are eschewed. Pesticide is used judiciously to combat mold and mildew, the unfortunate companions to the nebbia or fog, for which the locality is named. Giovanni's father, Secondo, inspired him and his brother, Silvano, to study enology and the family has always worked together. In 2009, wine consultant Dante Scaglione, formerly of the Bruno Giacosa estate, began working with Paitin. Today Silvano is the primary winemaker while Giovanni handles the foreign travel and promotional needs of the property. ─Elizabeth Kate PHOTO: ELIZABETH KATE Giovanni Pasquero Elia of Paitin di Pasquero Elia Estate in Italy's Piemonte region (far right) with his brother and father. 18 / the tasting panel / november 2013 TP1113_001-33.indd 18 10/24/13 8:46 AM