Last week Etra Fine Art gallery co-owner, Stefano Campanini opened a new business ‘Wine by the Bay’, 888 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 112, Miami, FL, 33132. Wine by the Bay is a fine wine and art boutique hosting regular wine tastings and an ever-changing art exhibition. The store boasts a sleek and sophisticated contemporary interior and magical terrace view of Miami’s Biscayne Bay.
After seven years running a successful contemporary art gallery, Campanini has decided to merge his passion for art and wine and create a unique space that caters to the most seasoned wine collector, but also where the passerby will feel comfortable and at home.
“Besides everyday superior customer-oriented service and a unique selection of wines that suit every budget, I plan to hold regular art and wine tasting events that will both entertain and educate the community,” states Campanini. “Whereas in the Design District we deal with a select clientele, I am looking forward to offering something that everyone enjoys and in an environment where the art can be appreciated by many and in an unintimidating way. At art openings, wine is like a sideshow, but now, it will take center stage.”
Choosing the best wine to sell is a very selective process much like identifying great art. Campanini has personally tasted all of the wines that will make up the store’s inventory.
“I tried to have a selection of wines that represent the energetic location where I am,” says Campanini. “A selection that includes most of the Premiere Grand Cru from France and the finest Italian wines, but I also was in search of wines that are hidden treasures.” California wines are also well represented with a good selection of wines scoring more that 93 points by the two most reliable wine experts.
Located on 888 Biscayne Bay at the Marina Blue, Wine by the Bay overlooks the bay directly across from the American Airlines Arena. The 1200 square foot boutique will serve Miami’s downtown area and become a functional part of city’s new cultural identity and expansion efforts such as the Genting project, the Mikado Hotel, and the new Miami Art Museum.
To learn more about Wine by the Bay visit www.winebtb.com and keep up with offers on their Facebook page. Questions can be directed by email info@winebtb.com or call (305) 455-9791.