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Power Trip Satisfy your hunger for haute horsepower with the latest super cars.

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on the cover: Wonderball One of the Amazing Giants, greeting guests at the Columbus Museum of Art Wonderball.

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Discover Rockmill Brewery

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Do You Know: Connie Leal Ballenger

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Don’t Miss Wonderball

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Of Note... Green is Good

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Bibliotaph... Color Stories

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Park City

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Curating a Lifestyle:

More Than Face Value

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Power Trip

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The Classic Dessert Wine – Tokaji Aszú

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A Big Time in Big Sky County

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Gypsy Woods Farm:

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From the Editor

As I write, snow fies outside my window and the furnace is kicking back on after a nearly week-long hiatus. Yesterday, images of a double-rainbow flled my Facebook feed, and last weekend, I greeted my cabin-fevered neighbors outside as everyone took their fll of rare “Florida weather” in February. As we all know, it is Ohio - where you can experience all 4 seasons in a 4 day period.

But, spring is near - and, for me, spring is almost more synonymous with fresh starts than the new year. Warm weather and sunshine and the nearness of summer break also means the rotation of wardrobe, a deep clean of the cars and house after winter’s salty, muddy impact, and renewed energy.

As we prepared this issue for print, I was struck by the energy and passion of the people and businesses we featured. From Connie Leal Ballenger’s incredible determination to bring the best in class to Columbus fashion scene to Chuck and Joann Smith’s endless optimism and passion for advancing equestrians and their horses at Gypsy Woods Farm (and beyond) to Matt Barbee’s wonderfully creative eforts at Rockmill Brewery, I hope you’ll fnd as much inspiration in their stories as we have.

Here’s to blue skies, soft earth and cut grass. Happy spring, friends!

Amelia Jeffers Editor in Chief ajefers@slmag.net

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ROCKMILL BREWERY Written by Kristin Crump

Photography Courtesy Rockmill Brewery Ensconced among the picturesque rolling hills just south of Columbus, a reservoir of veritable liquid gold awaited the interest, enthusiasm and creativity of someone willing to think outside the box. Someone with a passion for pairing food and drink, but a love for the Midwestern way of life. Someone willing to take a chance.

In 2008 Matt Barbee abandoned the fast pace of the west coast to return to his roots in central Ohio and work on his family horse farm outside of Lancaster. But, (as the grandson of a vintner) Matt could not shake a fascination with the intricacies and subtleties of crafting superb beers and wine. Acknowledging the challenges surrounding growing grapes in central Ohio, Barbee embarked on intense research into what makes a world-class craft beer. A decision was made to test the water at the farm to determine the type of beer that could be produced. Remarkably, the mineral content was nearly identical to that found in Wallonia, Belgium, an area renowned for its brewing perfection.

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barn, complete with a tasting room that features a large stone freplace, wide plank foors, open beams and cozy seating around tables, at the bar or on comfy leather sofas and chairs. Food is not served in Te Tasting Room but guests are encouraged to bring their own. Cheese pairings from Katzinger’s Deli or desserts from Pistacia Vera are highly recommended. Brews currently available range from Rockmill’s house Saison (a quintessential farmhouse ale that inspired Barbee’s interest in traditional brewing methods) to Urban Cowboy (a Belgian-style stout created in collaboration with Seventh Son Brewery), to (gluten-free cerevisaphiles, rejoice!) the cleverly named War on Wheat.

Te farm at Rockmill Brewery is also available for private events, and in addition to the Tasting Room, the property ofers a chapel, barn and patio space. Te Tasting Room’s spring hours are generally Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 12 pm – 9 pm. All seating is on a frst come, frst served basis, but with a relaxed ambiance and beverages to rave about, a trip to the Rockmill Brewery is definitely worth the drive. For more information, visit rockmillbrewery.com. sl

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CONNIE LEAL BALLENGER Written by Amelia Jefers

Photography by Scott Cunningham Photography Peeling back the layers of Connie Leal Ballenger is a fascinating, but challenging proposition. Adept at focusing on the needs of her clients, friends and family, Connie keeps the conversation about herself short and sweet. Many know her as a mother and successful maven of Leál, but a closer look at her unconventional journey reveals exceptional determination, commitment, and a keen intellect.

A passionate dance student, Connie opted for a degree in accounting (“because my parents encouraged something more practical”) and worked in the fnancial sector for over a decade, with jobs at Arthur Andersen, Paine Webber and (then fedgling) retail giant Express. After years of auditing and analyzing retail fnancials, she helped to form a best practices retail industry team at Arthur Andersen in Columbus - an opportunity that turned out to be a harbinger of her entrepreneurial success. Te work was challenging and rewarding, but she dreaded the future impact of long hours and a heavy travel schedule on her hopes for a marriage and family.

Raised in Lexington, she had traveled frequently to visit her mother’s close knit family in Pittsburgh, where Connie’s widower grandfather had successfully run a restaurant while raising four daughters on his own. Inspired by her grandfather’s ability to integrate family and work, Connie carefully considered what kind of business she might open, deciding that a clothing boutique was a solid choice: she certainly understood the numbers and absolutely loved fashion. From an early age, she had served as the perfect muse for her stylish aunts, who frequented the shops in Pittsburgh’s tony Shadyside neighborhood. Eyeing the central ohio market, Connie took note: “In Lexington and Pittsburgh, women went to fine clothiers to build their wardrobe, not department stores. Department stores were where you bought pots and pans! Either Columbus was an anomaly, or I would be a huge success because I would fll a void.”

With no outside investors, a small personal savings and a bank loan, Connie walked away from the security of a corporate career, signed a lease on Arlington Avenue and hasn’t looked back: “I never feared failure. I saw what my grandfather did; he worked hard and grew a family who knew how to love and support 26 slmag.net

fiercely. When you live in a world where you are surrounded by that kind of love, fear goes away. No matter what happened, nobody was going to stop loving me. I just went for it.”

More than 20 years after that leap of faith, Connie Leal Ballenger has survived a recession, lengthy road closures and a major shift in consumer buying habits - realizing a rare level of success in the world of independent retailers. Her infuence on the Columbus style scene is unmatched. From her employee fles have come several top names in Central Ohio fashion, including Miranda Boyle of Tread and Elizabeth Bean Smith of Wardrobe Therapy. In fact, ten former Leál employees have gone on to start businesses of their own. But Connie’s personal measure of success? Building lasting relationships with her clients while never missing a moment with the people she loves. From the team at Sophisticated Living, here’s to Leál-inspired success for all. sl For more information about Leál or Connie, visit lealboutique.com.

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A NIGHT AT THE BARRE Written by Kristin Crump

Photos courtesy Ballet Met Columbus On Friday April 15, BalletMet will open the doors of the transformed BalletMet Studio C (at 322 Mt. Vernon Avenue) to a rare opportunity for guests to mix and mingle with Company dancers in a luxurious landscape flled with hot colors and lush fabrics. Te frst-ever Night at the Barre invites the central Ohio community to an engaging, interactive dance party, flled with sumptuous foods by some of Columbus’s most prestigious restauranteurs, signature cocktails, fabulous live and silent auction items and music by DJ Charles Erickson of Te Clampdown fame. (We hear there will be a few surprises in store, too.) Recommended attire for guests is black and white. Tickets are $150 per person, and the event is 21 and over. Proceeds from A Night at the Barre will support BalletMet’s mission of engaging the community through quality performances, exceptional instruction, educational programs and the creation of new work. For more information (or to order tickets) visit balletmet.org.

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1) Luxury green peacock feather, gold leaf and gold metal ribbon armoire from Touched Interiors ($25,200; touchedinteriors.co.uk). 2) A green crackle lacquer Chinese antique console table from the Shandong province of China dated c.1900 ($1900; orchidfurniture.co.uk). 3) Winchester Tile Company Classic Field Tile in Emerald Green (to the trade; winchestertiles.com). 4) From Pure & Original, Classico water-based 100% natural pigment chalk paint in Nautique. (From $43/liter; pure-original.com). 5) Inspired by plastic trash plucked by artist Foekje Fleur from the waters of Rotterdam, porcelain bottle vase #7 in dark green is part of a larger Bottle Vase series ($75; foekjefeur.com). 6) MALKIY lounge sofa with green velvet upholstery and aged golden leaf frame with gloss varnish from Brabbu (price upon request; brabbu.com).

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1) Currey & Company Sinclair Bar Cabinet with Malachite-printed glass (to the trade; curreycodealers.com). 2) Measuring more than seven-feet-tall, the MARIE THÉRÈSE mirror from Boca Do Lobo makes a grand statement (price upon request; bocadolobo.com). 3) PRIVÊ Day Bed from Koket (to the trade; bykoket.com). 4) Kate Spade Worthington chair ($1,675; katespade.com/home).

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5) Arko letterbox from Ute Design ($250; utedesign.com.au). 6) Kastehelmi glass bowl from Iittala in emerald ($20; iittala.com). 7) Green teacup and saucer from IN-SPACES is made in England and fnished with hand-painted 18-karat gold ($120; in-spaces.com). 8) Bespoke Maze Wool Rug from Rug Couture (from $1500; rugcouture.com).

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Bibliotaph... Color Stories

Compiled by Victoria Chase An of-the-moment hue found in chic restaurants, boutiques and homes, grey is a perfect neutral. In her frst book, interior expert Kate Watson-Smyth demonstrates ideal ways to incorporate grey into your home's color scheme.

Kate Watson-Smyth - Shades of Grey: Decorating With the Most Elegant of Neutrals - hardcover, 192 pages, Ryland Peters & Small (rylandpeters.com).

Organized by color and brought to life via photographs of her collections, travels, style icons, and the works of artists, authors, business leaders and interior designers she admires, fashion designer Tory Burch provides a glimpse into her personal life and the varied sources from which she draws inspiration. Tory Burch, Nandini Wolf (Editor), Anna Wintour (Foreward) - Tory Burch: In Color - hardcover, Abrams Books (abramsbooks.com).

A comprehensive and fascinating foray into the history, science, culture and beauty of color in the natural and man-made world supported by stunning photographs and informative graphics.

Joann Eckstut and Arielle Eckstut - Te Secret Language of Color: Science, Nature, History, Culture, Beauty of Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, & Violet - hardcover, 240 pages, Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers (blackdogandleventhal.com).

For four decades, interior designer Tricia Guild has been sought after for her on-trend collections of fabric, wallpapers and furnishings and her ability to deftly combine color with bold patterns, chinoiserie and Indian infuences. Te book is flled with examples from her own projects as well as real-world examples from around the globe. Tricia Guild, Amanda Black and James Merrell (photographer) Tricia Guild: Decorating with Color - hardcover, 208 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books Associated as being a positive symbol of life, luck and hope as well as less savory characteristics of greed, envy and disorder, author Michel Pastoureau presents the interesting history of the color green in European societies from prehistoric times to today.

Michel Pastoureau - Green: Te History of a Color - hardcover, 240 pages, Princeton University Press (press.princeton.edu).

Never without his camera, it wasn't until he was in his late sixties that Jacques Henri Lartigue (1894–1986) enjoyed critical acclaim for his photographs, whose broad subject matter encompassed wealthy Parisian milieu to sport, landscapes and aviation. Tis book is the frst publication of his color work. Martine D'Astier and Martine Ravache - Lartigue: Life in Color - hardcover, 168 pages, Abrams Books (abramsbooks.com).

In this lively tome, photographs by Nichole Robertson (co-founder of the creative studio and blog Little Brown Pen) are cleverly grouped by color to celebrate the city as never before. Nichole Robertson - Paris in Color - hardcover, 128 pages, Chronicle Books (chroniclebooks.com).

Color photography became a reality in 1907 with the introduction of the Autochrome. Tis book provides a history of color's integration with American fne art photography and its revolutionary infuence on the artistic medium. Amon Carter Museum of American Art and John Rohrback Color: American Photography Transformed - hardcover, 344 pages, University of Texas Press (utexaspress.com).

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SINGULAR SENSATION Park City and Canyons combine to fashion America's largest ski resort Written by Eric Williams In March of 2105 a plan was approved to create the largest ski resort in America by combining Park City and Canyons. Te $50 million dollar capital plan is the most impactful capital program in history of the US ski industry. Conveniently located 40 minutes from downtown Salt Lake and home to many skiing and non-skiing events such as the famous Sundance Film Festival, the new merger offers 7,300-acres of skiable terrain with 14 bowls, over 300 trails, and 17 on-mountain restaurants, linked by a 22-mile network of 41 lifts. Tis merger ofers an unrivaled wealth of skiing for all levels with enough trails to occupy an extended trip. Beyond its sheer size, the new set up enhances the experience by not having to choose to stay in the charming town of Park City, filled with restaurants, galleries and bars, or at the base of Canyons, which has better access to the slopes. Now you can lodge at either and ski the interconnected terrain.

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two-way gondola from the base of the existing Silverlode Lift at Park City to the Flatiron Lift at Canyons. Tis will mark the frst gondola at Park City Mountain Resort since "Te Gondola" was dismantled in 1997. Te new Miners Camp restaurant at the base of the Silverlode Lift is the main dining hub, with 500 indoor seats and a top-of-the-line kitchen and culinary experience. Te dining stations ofer fresh salads, burgers, pizza, Mediterranean wraps and chili. Te dining is cafeteria style, however the quality of the food feels more like a carefully crafted meal at an upscale restaurant. Tis location is a great spot to refuel, warm up and head back out on the slopes.

With its 360-degree views of the Wasatch Mountains, Lookout Cabin, located atop Lookout Peak, is the perfect on-mountain dining experience. The well-crafted menu offers soups, salads and a few heartier dishes including my favorites: mac and cheese with cubed bacon and sea bass with bok choy on a polenta cake. Te 1400-square-foot deck features a striking view of the Canyons and is a perfect spot for an après-ski cocktail.

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Te Grand Summit Hotel (parkcitymountain.com) is a ski in / out hotel located conveniently between the Orange Bubble Express and the Red Pine Gondola. The amenities include a spa, health and ftness center, childcare, ski valet and an outdoor heated pool.

Room accommodations range from a standard room up to a fourbedroom penthouse to accommodate groups of all sizes.

Under the culinary leadership of executive chef Manual Rozehmal, Te Farm restaurant, located at the Grand Summit resort, ofers an exceptional dining experience. Originally from a small village in the mountains of Germany, Rozehmal started cooking professionally at age 15 at Le Meridien in Munich through a three-year apprentice program while also attending culinary school. After receiving his culinary degree, Rozehmal continued cooking in Germany and Switzerland until moving to Dana Point, California. to work as a junior sous chef with

world-renowned Chef Michael Mina at Stonehill Tavern.

Missing the mountains from his hometown in Germany, Rozehmal was drawn to Park City. Chef Rozehmal relies heavily on local purveyors to source the ingredients. Both the menu and wine list are extensive, the trout is a must have and the charcuterie board is a perfect starter for the table.

High West Distillery & Saloon is a hot spot for unwinding after a day of skiing. Proprietor David Perkins moved to Park City in 2004 to pursue his passion to make whiskey. He grew up in Georgia and learned the secrets of making good whiskey from distillers in Kentucky and Scotland. His background as a biochemist in the biopharmaceutical industry plays a big part in his approach to making great whisky. Te Bison Burger and the High West Rendezvous Rye (served neat of course) are sure to please and a wonderful way to wrap-up the trip. sl slmag.net

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Curating a Lifestyle: More Tan Face Value

Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers

Left to right: A more restrained trend in men’s jewelry limited the marketability of this bold watch encrusted with diamonds, sold $10,200.Te gold Rolex Day-Date became popularly known as “Te President” after Dwight Eisenhower made wearing the watch synonymous with power and authority. Spirited bidding for this example sent the price soaring to $21,000.

Most would agree that time is a precious asset–of which there is just never enough. Just two centuries ago, our only reference for the passage of time was a lengthening shadow, the chime of a clock or (for a few) a coveted pocket watch. In the 21st century however, time is measured in nanoseconds, reminders are ever-present, and it is even malleable. Participating in a live, online auction? Your clicked bid can competitively compete with bidders sitting in the auction gallery. Need to keep an eye on the clock? Look around¬–chances are there are several visual indicators of time within just a few feet of where you sit right now. Miss a great play during the big game? Simply rewind.

With a culture focused on time (and how to fll every moment), a nod to an accessory that emphasizes the importance of time seems right (ahem) on time.

Wristwatches are both a convenient marker of the precious commodity of time and a tangible asset in their own right. Given

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their popularity as a collectible and an accessory, the history of wristwatches might surprise you. While pocket timepieces were all the rage for men in the 19th century, fashionable and afuent ladies donned watch bracelets. It was not until requisitioned for military use that wristwatches found favor among men; with early versions created by simply mating a pocket watch with a leather band.

Patek Philippe was of the earliest makers of purposefully built wristwatches. Te esteemed frm pioneered the feld with a perpetual calendar, split-seconds hand, chronograph and minute repeaters, and their luxurious timepieces continue to lead the market for collectible watches today.

Watch collecting tends to be a male-dominated hobby.

Traditionally, men are more limited in their choice of accessories than women, and an interest in watches complements a host of men’s interests. A choice of watch is more than a statement of style. A bold, rugged sports watch conveys an interest and

Left to right: Commissioned as a presentation gift for a leading Cleveland Clinic physician, this Chopard watch bears an image of a 1980s United Arab Emirates leader, sold $3,600. Tis Waltham watch was designed with Masonic symbols in place of numeric markers, sold $1,250.

Te timeless appeal of Patek Philippe’s innovative function and luxurious design hedges against market swings, evidenced by this Calatrava, sold $5,700.

enthusiasm for personal challenge, nature and competition. A sleek modern watch can signal someone who is comfortable with change and innovation; a hefty gold timepiece encrusted with gems indicates power and afuence.

In terms of value, vintage watches have appreciated as steadily as any other asset–with fluctuations from time to time–but solid performance among the blue-chip sector (think Rolex, Patek Philippe and Cartier). Major auction houses now conduct several auctions per year devoted to luxury watches, but beginners may want to start with an expert local estate jeweler or trusted luxury auction frm who can advise on authenticity, marketability and maintenance.

Highest prices are paid for unique pieces that were innovative in function, but timeless in design. Understanding the history and evolution of watch features will beneft savvy collectors. Precious metals, of course, command a premium

based on the commodities market, meaning the buying is good when gold is down.

A quality, vintage gold Rolex in good working order may be purchased at auction for as little as $3500. Looking to enter the market at a lower price point? Opt for more obscure brands, pared-down features, or go the historical route. Finding timepieces with an interesting historical connection can ofer a bit of conversation starter at a reasonable entry.

As a collector’s confidence grows, their tastes generally change and an ever-increasing focus on quality and rarity emerges. For seasoned horologists, an investment in their next watch may be in the realm of a new car. Purchased wisely, these acquisitions may grow appreciably in value, offering a most fashionable investment. sl Amelia & Jef Jefers are co-owners of two fne art, antique and bespoke collectibles companies: Garth's of Delaware, Ohio and Selkirk of St. Louis, Missouri.

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Lamborghini Aventador LP 750-4 Superveloce Roadster

POWER TRIP

Satisfy your hunger for haute horsepower with the latest supercars Written by Andre James

2016 Rolls-Royce Dawn

Koenigsegg Regera

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Lamborghini Aventador LP 750-4 Superveloce Roadster 0-60MPH: 2.9 seconds / Pricing from $530,000 ‘‘Te Superveloce is the purest, most sports-oriented and fastest series production Lamborghini ever. Te Roadster version represents our commitment to satisfying our passionate clients with immensely emotional driving dynamics combined with an extraordinary open-air experience,’’ said Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini.

Te naturally aspirated, 6.5-liter V12 produces 750hp and a top speed of 217mph. A highly innovative 7-speed ISR transmission transfers the engine’s power to all four wheels through a Haldex Generation IV 4WD system.

Driving dynamics are further enhanced by an adaptive Magneto Rheological Suspension, a pushrod damping system and Lamborghini Dynamic Steering.

Music to any car lover’s ears, the engine’s growl can be fully appreciated thanks to the removable hard top, crafted from two panels of carbon fber and stowable in the luggage compartment, as well as a descending rear power window.

Te frst series produced, open-top Lamborghini to bear the name Superveloce, a limited series of 500 units will be available worldwide (lamborghini.com).

2016 Rolls-Royce Dawn 0-60MPH: 4.9 seconds / Pricing from $320,000 “Quite simply, it is the sexiest Rolls-Royce ever built,” said Torsten Mueller-Oetvoes, Chief Executive Ofcer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars of the new Rolls-Royce Dawn, the world’s only true modern four-seater super-luxury drophead.

Among the unique driving enhancements is the standard Satellite Aided Transmission, which utilizes GPS data to allow the car to see beyond what the driver sees, anticipating their next move based on location and driving style.

It uses this information to select the most appropriate gear from the Dawn’s 8-speed ZF gearbox to ensure the driver is able to appropriately exploit the power from the Rolls-Royce 6.6-liter, 563hp twin-turbo V12.

The Dawn is Rolls-Royce’s most powerful full four-seat drophead motorcar to date, and thanks to its advanced engineering, is lighter and more fuel-efcient than the majority of compromised 2+2 convertibles in the market.

While holding the distinction of being the least feet-footed among its peers on these pages, driving a little slower will allow you to better hear the oohs and aahs as you cruise by (rolls-roycemotorcars.com).

Koenigsegg Regera 0-60MPH: 2.8 seconds / Pricing from $1,890,000 If you thought Swedish ingenuity was limited to fat-packed furniture from IKEA, take a look at Regera, a limited production plug-in hybrid supercar

by Koenigsegg. Derived from a Swedish verb meaning “to reign”, the Regera aims to be the most powerful production car ever.

Backing up the company’s ambitions is a twin-turbo 5.0-liter V8 engine that works in concert with a trio of UASA electric motors. Te Direct Drive Battery can be charged either by the combustion engine or through the charging port.

Upping the cool factor is the Regera’s status as the frst fully robotized car; the ability to operate all body closures completely automatically and simultaneously from the remote or a Smartphone calls to mind a creature from a Transformer flick. Most impressive is the mechanism of the fully foldable, top-mounted carbon fber rear wing that disappears into the body, enhancing the car’s elegance while parked and reducing drag while cruising (koenigsegg.com).

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Ferrari F12tdf 2017 Porsche 911 Turbo S

2016 McLaren 570S Coupé 2016 Ariel Atom 3S

2016 Ariel Atom 3S 0-60MPH: <2.8 seconds / Pricing from $89,975 A performance-based “toy”, the Ariel Atom 3S occupies a niche market for those seeking racecar performance minus F1 prices. Ariel’s US partner, Virginia-based TMI AutoTech, has designed a fully intercooled turbocharging system that mates well with the Honda 2.4L engine with a major focus on performance and reliability. Owners will be happy to know that both goals have been met while pushing the engine to 365hp – even more signifcant when you consider the Atom weighs in at just 1,300 pounds. Additional cooling radiators for the turbo are neatly packaged in aerodynamic twin side pods which are unique to the Atom 3S. The Atom's well-known pushrod suspension system keeps it glued to the road with the assistance of JRi adjustable dampers featuring a two-piece spring layout.

All Atom 3S feature a full glass windscreen to allow for a clear view ahead while seated in the race inspired composite seat. A full LCD display allows for easy viewing of data such as speed, RPM, gear position, as well as water temperature and fuel level. Tis is a seriously powerful performance vehicle that is meant to be put through its paces (arielatom.com).

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Ferrari F12tdf 0-60MPH: 2.9 seconds / Pricing from $370,000 Ferrari’s F12tdf pays homage to the Tour de France, the legendary endurance road race that Ferrari dominated in the 1950s and 1960s, particularly with the 1956 250 GT Berlinetta, which won four consecutive editions in a row. Just 799 examples of this extreme road car, which is equally at home on the track, will be built.

Powering the F12tdf is a naturally aspirated 6.3-liter V12 with 769hp derived from the F12berlinetta’s multi-award-winning engine. Te car ofers a dynamic driving experience, in particular lateral acceleration in corners, due to an 8% increase in the ratio of the front tires to the rear ones. Te innovative rear-wheel steering system, known as the Virtual Short Wheelbase, makes its debut on the F12tdf and provides steering wheel response times and turn-in of a competition car while increasing stability at high speed.

Design elements that generate negative lift means that aerodynamically, the F12tdf ’s efciency fgure is nearly double that of the F12berlinetta and its downforce is increased by 30%. Extensive use of aluminum and carbon fber in everything from the door panels to the dashboard were part of an extreme diet to shed weight and increase speed. As a result, the F12tdf is both svelte and speedy (ferrari.com).

2017 Porsche 911 Turbo & Turbo S 0-60MPH: 2.9 seconds (Turbo); 2.8 seconds (Turbo S) Pricing from $159,200 for the Turbo and $188,100 for the Turbo S The 3.8-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder engine is equipped with a dynamic boost function that improves throttle response. Te Turbo version boasts 540hp, while the Turbo S ups that number to 580. Standard is the Sport Chrono Package with a steering wheel switch to toggle between Normal, Sport, Sport Plus or Individual driving modes. A new “Sport Response” button preconditions the car for optimal responsiveness (porsche.com).

2016 McLaren 570S Coupé 0-60MPH: 3.2 seconds / Pricing from $185,000 Te McLaren Sports Series is the third and fnal product family to join the recently announced three-tier model range from McLaren Automotive, based in Woking, England. “The Sports Series is aimed at a new audience for McLaren,” explained Mike Flewitt, Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Automotive. ‘”It is the frst time we’ve competed in the sports car as opposed to the supercar market. As with all McLaren models, we have prioritized performance, driving engagement and exhilaration. It is totally a driverfocused car, with excellent ergonomics and visibility, and a class-leading driving position. This is also the most day-to-day usable, practical and attainable McLaren we’ve ever made. It is a dramatic and beautiful sports car.”

As with every McLaren model designed for road or track since 1981, the Sports Series range is built around a lightweight carbon fber chassis. High performance and high efciency is also delivered through a mid-mounted 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine with 562 horsepower and 30% new components. Te Sports Series uses the same seven-speed twin-clutch SSG (Seamless Shift Gearbox) as seen in the Super Series, offering ‘Normal’, ‘Sport’ and ‘Track’ modes. Road gripping Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires and carbon-ceramic brake rotors come as standard. In Brit-speak, it’s the bee’s knees (mclaren.com).

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2016 Audi R8 0-60MPH: 3.2 seconds / Pricing from $208,000 “The new Audi R8 V10 plus is the most powerful and fastest production Audi ever,” said Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, Board Member for Technical Development. “In all technical areas it is extremely close to being a race car.”

Powered by a naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 mid-engine with 610hp and a top speed of 205mph, the R8 is the dynamic vanguard of Audi.

Positioned behind the V10 is a seven-speed S tronic that executes speedy gear changes by electrical control. Management of the clutch is integrated in the Audi drive select dynamic driving system, which gives the driver a choice of modes: comfort, auto, dynamic and individual. Also integrated and regulated under these modes are the accelerator pedal, steering, S tronic, damper control (optional), dynamic steering (optional) and the faps of the exhaust system.

Similar to the configuration of a racecar, the driver can view all key information at a glance from the Audi virtual cockpit and operate important functions with the multifunction and satellite pushbuttons without having to take their hands of the steering wheels or their eyes of of the road (audi.com).

2017 Ford GT 0-60MPH: 3.2 seconds / Pricing from $400,000 “Ford GT is the ultimate execution of an enthusiast supercar,” said Raj Nair, Ford group vice president, Global Product Development. “Ford GT includes innovations and technologies that can be applied broadly across Ford’s future product portfolio – another proof point that Ford continues raising the performance bar while ultimately improving vehicles for all of our customers.”

A remarkably efcient next-generation, 600hp twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 engine is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle that provides for nearinstantaneous gear changes and exceptional driver control. An F1-style steering wheel integrates all necessary driver controls, allowing uncluttered access to the transmission paddle-shift controls. A fully digital and confgurable instrument cluster provides a wealth of driver-focused data. The display is configurable for multiple driving environments and diferent driving modes. An active rear spoiler is keyed to both speed and driver input, deploying and adjusting its height and/or pitch angle depending on conditions. With production limited to less than 1,000 cars, catch one if you can (ford.com).

2016 BMW M6 Coupe Competition Edition 0-60MPH: 3.8 seconds / Pricing from $165,000 Available exclusively for the BMW M6 two-door coupe, the Competition Package gives the 4.4-liter V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology an output of 600hp with a top speed of 190mph, versus 560hp and 155mph for the standard M6.

Te Edition model comes with a chose of two exterior colors: Alpine White and Austin Yellow metallic. Te white version boasts stripes in the trademark BMW M colors. Defning characteristics of the Edition in the cabin include”M6 Competition” lettering in metal on the doorsills and in the side gill elements, along with lettering on the cupholder lids. Interior trim strips, gear selector and M sports steering wheel spokes are made from carbon fber, while the steering wheel rim is lined with Alacantara. Only 220 units of the M6 Competition will be produced, with 100 of those designated for delivery to the United States (bmw.com).

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2016 BMW M6 Coupe Competition Edition

2017 Ford GT

2016 Hennessey Venom GT

2016 Hennessey Venom GT 0-60MPH: 2.7 seconds / Pricing from $1,200,000 (1244hp); $895,000 (1000hp) Maximum power and minimal weight is the simple formula that in 2013 allowed the Hennessey Venom GT to set the Guinness World Record as the world’s fastest hypercar from 0-300km/h, reaching the top speed in just 13.63 seconds. In 2014, on a 3.22-mile runway at the Kennedy Space Center, the land rocket reached 270.49mph, setting a new world speed record for a two-seat production sports car.

Making such blazing speed possible is a 7.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine churning out up to 1244hp. On the horizon for 2017 is a Venom with a jawdropping 1451hp, capable of going 0-60mph in a mind-boggling 2.4-seconds.

“Te Venom GT is a purpose-built thrill ride designed to dominate the competition,” said John Hennessey. “Tis car is for a very select client who demands ultimate performance, but with absolute exclusivity.” Only 29 Venom GT’s will be produced; even with the steep price tag more than half are already spoken for (venomgt.com). sl

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Te Classic Dessert Wine – Tokaji Aszú

Te process by which the great dessert wines of Tokaj, Hungary are made is a fascinating one. Every grape has sugar in it. For a dry wine, the sugar and yeast combine to make alcohol, with the sugar being consumed during fermentation. In contrast, dessert wines keep or get their sweetness at the end of the process, as fermentation is stopped before completion or is unable to remove all residual sugar, thereby leaving behind that luscious sweetness.

Here is the way they do it in Tokaj: Te grapes are allowed to stay on the vine after the normal harvest, creating more sugar to leave behind after fermentation. Te grapes get botrytis, or noble rot, as they are attacked by the fungus Botrytis. Te fungus punctures the skins of the grapes and causes dehydration, leaving them looking rotten or like raisins. As a result, grapes made by botrytis and late harvest produce a fraction of the wine that ripe grapes do, and this, of course, is one of the primary reasons dessert wines are expensive. Referred to as Aszú in Hungarian, the process is part of the name of the great wines of Tokaji Aszú.

Te methods of late harvest and botrytis are how Aszú is made, but the story of how this began is a combination of mystery and legend. Why in the world would anyone leave grapes on the vine to rot without fully being aware they would make majestic wines of sweet perfection? As is the case with many a great invention, it happened by mistake. In ancient times, vineyard workers were told when to harvest

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Written and photographed by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier

the grapes by the landowners. One legend purports that a vineyard owner was away at war or detained by illness or other situations. Te workers, being afraid to harvest without the direction of their owner, left the grapes on the vine, which caused them to over-ripen and be attacked by botrytis. When the owner fnally returned months after the usual harvest, he was aghast at the appearance of the grapes and mad at the vineyard workers inaction. Despite thinking all was lost, he ordered the vineyard workers to harvest and make wine from the “rotten” grapes. Te resulting wine was rich, lush, sweet and delicious, and all was forgiven.

While the story seems a bit magical, it is probably rooted in some truth. Botrytis simply cannot occur in most vineyards, and when it does, it is not consistent. Of the grape varieties in the region of Tokaj, the most important is Furmint, followed by Hárslevelű and Muscat Lunel. Indigenous to Hungary, Furmint is very susceptible to botrytis and represents the majority of the Aszú blend. Botrytis is widely assisted in Hungary by the confuence of two rivers: the Bodrog and Tisza. Te presence of rivers or bodies of water increases humidity, which is essential for the fungus to grow. Additionally, most growers will make multiple passes through a vineyard, days or even weeks apart, to pick individual bunches of overripe botrytized grapes and in some cases even individual berries.

Before 2013 Aszú was added to a dry base wine to create varying levels of sweetness that were measured in units of Puttonyos. Te more Aszú they added, the sweeter the wine. You can still find labels that list the range of Puttonyos on a scale of three-to-six. However, after 2013, all Tokaji Aszú will be at a sweetness level of five-to-six Puttonyos. These are intensely sweet, complex and lush dessert wines. Te fnal level of Tokaji is Eszencia, which is 100 percent Aszú. Tis is an unbelievable wine that is thick and viscous, giving you the feeling that the gravity in the glass is diferent than outside the glass. Te closest equivalent could be honey but with crisp balancing acidity. It has a very low percentage of alcohol as no yeast can survive to ferment more than a couple of percentages. Tis is the remedy reputed to bring czars back from their deathbed and what inspired King Louis XV to call it the wine of kings and king of wines.

I eschew dessert not because I don’t enjoy it, but simply because I am trying to live a healthier lifestyle, saving the carbohydrates for something I may appreciate more. One way to satiate my sweet tooth is with a complex dessert wine, which serves as dessert in a glass. If you are good with diving into a dessert, when pairing it with a dessert wine, be sure that the wine is as least as sweet as the dessert. If the dessert is sweeter then the wine, the wine will seem sour. Truth be told, very few wines pair well with a dessert that is over-the-

top sweet. Suitable accompaniments for Aszú are crème brûlée, fruit tarts and certainly blue-veined cheeses. I recommend tasting the following two wines to give you an idea of Aszú’s sublime deliciousness.

Tokaji Aszú 6 Puttonyos Béres Estate 2008 Intense color of full golden with copper highlights. Flavors of vanilla, orange preserves, dried apricot, honey, beeswax and light minerals. A fantastic wine with a rich, sweet and seductive round texture that is extra long. Finishes with balancing acidity. A classic dessert wine that pairs well with blue cheeses.

Tokaji Eszencia Barta Estate 2013 Very intense yellow/gold color. An amazing wine that is as thick as lemon curd with unbelievable unctuousness, yet with fresh acidity. Full body, full favored and full sweetness with the favors of Acacia honey, lemon curd, baking spice and mandarin orange marmalade. It boasts an infnite fnish that cannot be forgotten.

When wine is said to be the nectar of the gods, I am quite sure this is what they mean! sl A Certifed Wine Educator, Harper is one of 140 professionals in North America and 220 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.

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View of the meadow outside Spa Town. Photo by Bridget Williams

A BIG TIME IN BIG SKY COUNTY Te Resort at Paws Up Written by Bridget Williams Some of my earliest childhood memories involve camping; paramount in my brain’s treasured cache is an epic grade school road trip “out west,” that cemented my perpetual fondness for that part of the country. While I’m apt to say that I am just as happy in a tent deep in the woods as in a posh hotel suite, truth be told, the older I get the more I appreciate creature comforts. Satisfying this recreational dichotomy is not as difcult as one would imagine as I discovered last fall on a visit to Te Resort at Paws Up, a vast 37,000-acre ranch in the heart of Montana Big Sky Country.

Let’s start with scenery: it’s the kind that inspires slow panning in epic movies; the kind whose grandness puts selfimportance into perspective, a reminder of being a small player on a very vast stage; the kind that inspires you to breathe deeply, chuck the Smartphone and feel like a kid again; the kind that reminds you how good it feels to be in the outdoors; and, the kind that inspires a feeling of wonderment certainly shared by Captain Meriwether Lewis in 1806 as he climbed atop Sentinel Rock on the property looking for the Marias River. As someone who has trouble sitting still for fve minutes, I could have easily spent an eternity watching sunlight flit across the surface of the famed Blackfoot River as the swiftly running current gradually honed the pebbled riverbed to a smooth polish.

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Located just 35 miles from the Missoula International Airport, the resort came about organically, beginning with scattered guest houses erected on the owners’ favorite spots.

Formerly a working ranch, snow-capped mountain peaks ring the acreage, ofering excellent seasonal skiing within a two-hour drive.

Officially opened in June 2005, The Resort at Paws Up offers accommodations for up to 250 guests in 28 rustic-chic vacation homes and 30 “glamping” tents.

Te circa 1915 farmhouse residence of property owners Dave and Nadine Lipson overlooks the heart of the resort, a roughly 600acre “village” where livestock barns and sales facilities have been meticulously converted into a state-of-the-art conference center, reception building, dining house and high-end trading post (just in case you forgot to pack your Stetson). In the old bull barn, now a 10,000-square-foot conference center, original foorboards creak underfoot; their rustic nature is an interesting contrast to the art glass and gleaming chandeliers that also inhabit the space. One could easily imagine a Ralph Lauren ad campaign photo shoot being staged in the chic environs. Dave is the architecture buff, while Nadine oversees all of the interior design. One of the most interesting buildings in the village is a functioning one-room schoolhouse with a current enrollment of four pupils.

In the "village", livestock barns and sales facilities have been converted into a conference center, reception building, and restaurants.

One of 28 Big Timber homes

A short gander from the reception building, a brand new 11,000-square-foot activities barn next to the stables serves as a centralized jumping off point for the plethora of available activities. Dually rugged and refined, high-tech interior accoutrements are camoufaged behind upholstered leather walls, galvanized metal and stone. Clever windows in the kids’ retail section of the Wilderness Outpost, the “WO,” allow curious horses to peek their heads in for a look and a pet on the nose.

Te small high-end retail boutique opens into a soaring-ceilinged space reminiscent of a contemporary cathedral.

Tented accommodations are arranged into a series of fully supported camps a short distance ride from the village. The Moonlight, River, Creekside, Pinnacle and Clifside camps are far enough removed to lend the impression of a backcountry adventure without the hassle of actually trekking into the wilderness. One- and two-bedroom tents, ranging in size from 565 to 1,030-square-feet, are clustered around an alfresco dining pavilion with a long communal table, living room with fireplace and bar where guests enjoy a chef-prepared hearty breakfast (the French toast made with local Rockport Hutterite Colony banana bread and banana caramel sauce is a must try) and seasonally-inspired dinner (think fresh fish, grilled beef

Setup for a Montana Long Table dinner.

tenderloin, chestnut soup, grilled romaine with maple-walnut dressing and warm bread pudding served in a mason jar). A pair of on-site Camping Butlers assigned to each camp ensures guests’ needs are amply and quickly met.

Te canvas tents, erected on dedicated wooden platforms, are anything but primitive, with electricity, feather king-sized beds, western chic furniture, copper or jetted soaking tubs in the en-suite bathroom, and a private deck.

Seven of the 28 Big Timber homes have a glamping tent in their backyard, an ideal solution for a house divided on which accommodation style to choose. Each home is assigned a zippy bright green Kia Soul for getting around the resort. Ranging in size from one-to-four bedrooms (1,600-3,300 square-feet), each luxurious home boasts original artwork, cozy woodburning freplaces, a fully equipped kitchen and laundry room, and cowboy chic furnishings. Repeat guests may be surprised to spy a photo from their previous sojourn in a frame on the nightstand; it’s just one example of innumerable small gestures that combine to create a truly unique experience. Amply spaced for privacy but not far enough to feel isolated, the site placement of the homes is ideal for large groups or extended families traveling en masse.

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Eagle Clif Tent at Clifside Camp Bufalo Jump at Clifside Camp

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Changing facilities at Spa Town.

Husband-and-wife wranglers lead the cattle driving activities.

Photo by Bridget Williams.

Ringing the edge of a picturesque meadow where horses languidly snack on prairie grasses a short walk from the Big Timber homes is “Spa Town,” comprised of 11 stand-alone treatment tents (in colder months treatments are conducted in an adjacent cabin). Spa Manager Laura Russell makes salt and sugar body scrubs from herbs and fowers picked on property and Montana-made honey. Unique treatments include the heavenly 120-minute “Last Best Massage,” in-home “Suite Dreams” massages, children’s treatments and night massages, where a hand-held lantern illuminates the path to your treatment tent and the rhythmic concert of crickets and a glimpse of the starry, starry sky all but guarantees a state of blissful relaxation. Group yoga is ofered several days a week.

When it came time to select from the menu of available late fall activities, I decided to go way out of my comfort zone, choosing cattle driving and rappelling (in addition to becoming a regular at the spa and lacing up my trail running shoes daily to explore sections of more than 25-miles of hiking trails).

A horse eye view of the herd.

Photo by Bridget Williams.

Adventure and autonomy are recurring themes that have always drawn colorful characters to the American West. Paws Up is no exception. Most notable among the infnitely fascinating staf is poetry-reciting, epic mustache-wearing, draft horse-driving Cowboy Steve. Adding to the already colorful cast of characters are artists, artisans, musicians, and experts in yoga, horsemanship and outdoor skills who are brought in for special programs throughout the year.

For this inexperienced equestrienne, driving cattle was a pinnacle experience. I saddled up with a Stetson on my head and a resolute pounding in my heart, wondering how the motley crew of “city folk” united for the day’s adventure could possibly convince a few hundred head of cattle to move across two vast pastures.

Although being a cowgirl is definitely not in my future (I was chided on more than one occasion for “splitting the herd,” as I was enamored with riding through the middle of the pack of bulky bovines), the experience of seeing a six-hour-old calf make the trek alongside its mother and speeding up to a sprightly gallop to help round up a wayward member of the herd was exhilarating. slmag.net

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Lookout Rock.

Photo by Bridget Williams.

Treehouse at the kids camp.

Photo by Bridget Williams.

Equally heart-pounding for obviously diferent reasons was rappelling of a rock face the equivalent of a 17-story building perched on a bluf another 100-feet above the river. I put a lot of faith in the knots and know-how of our guide as I shouted out a few expletives before taking my frst big step back. Near the halfway point, I spied a massive nest with a dozing bald eagle in it, which allowed me to temporarily relax my death grip on the rope and savor the descent.

Other notable seasonal activities include guided wildlife viewing tours; horseback riding on 120-miles of trails, sporting clay shooting; access to the 72,000-square-foot Saddle Club at Paws Up; ATV tours, fy-fshing in the Blackfoot River (of A River Runs Trough It fame) and in the “Bob” on the blue-ribbon

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A sunset serenade in the village.

Photo by Bridget Williams.

Fitness cabin in Spa Town.

Photo by Bridget Williams.

South Fork of the Flathead River; summer swimming, boating, waterskiing, kayaking and jet skiing, and use of the Paw’s Up private lake house on Seeley Lake; winter snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, dog-sledding, ice fishing, skiing and sleigh rides.

Children with seemingly boundless energy can recreate to their hearts content as part of the robust “Kids Corps of Discovery” program. A nanny is available for infants up to three months; full and half-day programs are available with a ratio of one counselor for every fve children for older children and teens. “We always strive to look for teachable moments and provide a lot of tactile activities,” said Jackie Kecskes, Youth Programs director.

Far from roughing it for dinner in a tent camp dining pavilion.

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Dining Pavilion at Clifside Camp

A typical day for children ages six-to-12 may include pony or horseback rides, spending time with animals in the petting zoo, archery, arts and crafts, a feld trip to a nearby authentic ghost town (note: it’s a fun day trip for adults too), mining for gems in the sapphire-rich dirt and fashioning finds into jewelry. I was enamored with the kiddywampus tree house and the endless adventures, both real and imagined launched from within its walls. Teens can rappel, raft, canoe and fsh, among other peer-centric pursuits. A new evening children’s program and available after-hour care ensures “everyone gets exactly the vacation they want,” said Kecskes.

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Several times a years a table for 225 is set for a themed Montana Long Table Dinner; prior to breaking bread attendees can stroll and sample from a pop-up farmer’s market. Hearty culinary oferings across the board range from rustic to refned, always highlighting the next of what’s in season.

In the introduction to their 2016 program guide, the Lipson’s ideally summed up the appeal of The Resort at Paw’s Up: “In a world stressed by an endless supply of complex problems and overtaxed by technology, it’s comforting to know that there’s still a place where you can experience a pristine land that time forgot.”

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Te Olympic-quality training facility built for George Williams and Rocher

When George Williams, world-renowned horse trainer and dressage phenom came to Gypsy Woods Farm just outside of Dublin, he was greeted by a banner in the impressive arena bearing one of his favorite quotes, “Opportunity dances with those already on the dance foor.” Williams had arrived to begin his work with Rocher, the championship mare for whom owners, Chuck and Joann Smith, had built an equestrian’s dream - a stateof-the-art facility virtually unmatched in Ohio.

Tat same quote may be applied to the Smiths themselves.

Prior to their entry into the international dressage scene, the Smiths experienced a tragic fre that completely destroyed their

recently-expanded timber frame home on the expansive Gypsy Woods Farm complex. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, a new home was constructed, and the transformation of Gypsy Woods (which resulted in the historical pairing of horse and rider) began.

Gypsy Woods Farm is romantically named after the large stand of trees on the property where gypsies are said to have once camped; and the Smiths aptly chose this secluded setting in the center of the farm for their elegant and graceful home. To complete their vision, the Smiths engaged two Columbus frms: Glaven & Associates as architects and Betley Vistain Builders - who led them to Blue Ridge Timberwrights in Christianburg, Virginia. slmag.net

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Strategically positioned in the most heavily wooded area of the farm, the home is private and serene

Capturing the essence of a rustic farm building, the timber frame structure features a wonderfully open floor plan, exposed wood timbers, plank ceilings and rough wood doors. Once completed, the mixed red and white oak, 8,300 square foot home won a design award from the Timber Framers Guild of North America for Best Residential Design.

Just as the Smiths’ champion Westfalen mare, Rocher, is known for her unique fopping ears and hair-raising, extended trot, the Smiths’ home is recognizable by one of its most unique elements: a barn silo-inspired, majestic stone turret which serves to bufer a spacious master suite from the more public areas of the home. Inside, a winding staircase curves around the circular walls to a second-foor landing and porthole windows high above the stairs shed light on the space.

Te home’s great hall took the frame design to a new level with soaring 28-foot cathedral ceilings, while staying true to the barn inspiration by featuring inclined purlin posts ofering true support, principal rafters and connecting splines. Impressive, foor-to-ceiling posts help to defne both the downstairs hall and the upstairs balcony. The space is flooded with sunlight daily thanks to a generous quantity of windows, skylights, and French doors. One of the central points of the room is a soaring stone freplace with a beam mantle to mimic the beam architecture above. Italian tile fooring is warmed by radiant

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heat, extending from the foyer into the adjacent dining room, breakfast area, kitchen and utility rooms beyond. Despite very few walls in the living area, seating remains intimate - warmed by a multitude of freplaces.

Separating the kitchen from the great room is a copper range hood made in Sweden, the same country where Rocher had the highlight of her career in 2003 by taking ffth place in the World Cup Freestyle championships in Goteborg. Te food prep area boasts stainless steel chef ’s grade appliances, custom-built cabinetry, granite countertops and a window above the sink that lends itself to passing food and drinks out to guests on the stonefoored veranda with removable screen walls.

One of the Smiths’ favorite areas of their home is the master wing. Housing their bedroom, bath and library, it was a space built, not only for comfort, but also to refect their love of equestrian sports. Te cozy library has foors of Australian cypress, white plank doors resembling stable barn doors, and hand-forged hardware crafted by a local blacksmith. Te peaked ceiling of the master bedroom continues the barn theme, though the posts are spaced closer together to accommodate for scale. Focal points of the room include a stairway leading up to Joann’s ofce, outlined in a maze of timbers, a stone freplace and a comfy window seat.

Natural light foods the master bath. On the adjacent front-facing porch, posts and girts suggest stalls.

Te frst of two barns built on the Gypsy Woods Farm complex

Te arena Rocher built

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A cozy breakfast nook just of the kitchen

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Looking into the chef â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen

A massive stone freplace anchors the timber frame great room

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Te massive copper hood shares its Swedish heritage with one of Rocher’s awards

Te huge master suite includes a library, second foor ofce, large bath and walk in closets

Tree guest rooms, each with a unique style, are accessible either via the silo or by a stairway near the rear of the kitchen.

Quaint dormers line the walls of two rear-facing bedrooms, while in the third, a large Palladian window - surrounded by a timberframed wall system - affords a beautiful view of the grounds below. In each, the geometric planes of the home’s unique skyline add interest and beauty while maintaining the overall simplicity apparent throughout.

Once their dream home was fnished, the Smiths turned their attention to Joann’s lifelong love of riding. A six-stall barn was built a short distance away from the residence, with subsequent additions of an indoor arena and 8 more stalls (to accommodate the growing herd of horses). In this arena, Joann sought private lessons and training from George Williams - a well-known and admired equestrian. During one of their lessons, a casual conversation led to the serendipitous partnership that would send the pair to Europe, chasing their dream of taking a horse to the Olympics. With the assistance of Team USA’s coach, Klaus Balkenhol, the Smiths and Williams found Rocher - and, in the process, fulflled the dreams of her 72 slmag.net

Te home takes inspiration from many traditional barn elements, including this silo

previous owner, a German student who needed the funds to go to dental school.

Returning to central Ohio, Chuck Smith endeavored to construct a new facility on Gypsy Woods Farm - one worthy of Olympic champions. When he was finished, Williams and Rocher trained in the world-class, Hochstetler-built equestrian barn featuring a 66’ x 200’ indoor arena with dust-free Pinnacle footing (an innovative, high-tech alternative to sand) and padded bleachers providing seating for 200 fans. A fnished viewing room sits opposite an elevated platform that runs the length of the arena, with a huge wall of mirrors at the end. Te space is nothing short of breathtaking - and, photos of Rocher and the Smiths’ championship gelding, Marnix, abound. Chuck Smith chuckles when he ofers his nickname for the space: “It’s the arena Rocher built!”

As they say, all good things must come to an end. Several years ago, Rocher was retired and Williams moved on. Although she rides every day, Joann is planning to wind down her own equestrian career as she and Chuck seek a new owner for Gypsy Woods - hoping their beloved farm finds a new dance partner who will continue the chase of dreams and opportunity. sl

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On a crisp February evening the valet stand at Tucci’s in the heart of old Dublin is a welcome sight. A few steps away, the dining room is buzzing with activity: Sinatra plays sofly in the background while waitstaf fit between tables and booths flled with upbeat guests. It seems remarkably busy for a weeknight in central Ohio, but for this popular destination, it’s business as usual. Stopping by the bar for a quick cocktail before dinner, I am struck by the absolute friendliness of the staf. Despite the pace, the mood is relaxed and fun. At the bartender’s recommendation, I enjoy the Tucci-tini, a fzzy blend of blueberry vodka, ginger puree and sours.

We slide into a booth overlooking the Emerald Wine Room, Tucci’s private tasting table. A 2015 Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator is a nod to Sommelier Bruce Abbott’s generous selection of over 270 bottles and commitment to an outstanding wine program, evident in the Enoline Wine Serving System (an “on tap” technology that allows guests to sample 2, 4 or 6 ounce pours of 20 diferent wines not typically available by the glass).

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My frst glass, a Sauvignon Blanc by St. Superyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dollarhide Estate Vineyard is fruit forward with a clean fnish, pairing nicely with the appetizers selected by Chef Michael Koenig: steamed edamame tossed with sesame oil, black sea salt and white sesame seeds; house-made hummus with fresh pita and crisp veggies; and beautifully seared scallops on a bed of baby arugula. Next out is (what our table determined to be) the best salad ever - baby mizuna lettuce topped by succulent figs, manchego, grapes, truffle honey vinaigrette and pistachios; and a sweet potato bisque of perfect texture is a smashing blend of salted butter and sweet. Te presentation is as impressive as the favors - each plate more beautiful than the last.

Undoubtedly our favorite dish of the night features the ahi tuna, which, we learn, has fown in fresh from the renowned Honolulu Fish Company - purveyors of the finest, sustainably harvested sashimi grade fish in the United States, and suppliers to noted fve-star restaurants including Jean Georges. Te Ahi Tuna Stack arrives with fresh avocado, crispy wontons, sriracha aioli and wasabi honey beside a house salad. A close second among our groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s picks are the Beef Shortribs, rubbed with cofee, paprika and sugar suggesting an earthiness that is very interesting and quite good. The Braised Veal Pappardelle is rich and satisfying, with a red wine tomato sauce and generous shavings of nutty parmesan. I sample a glass of Cheval des Andes Bordeaux blend, which handles the fullness of favors nicely.

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For dessert, the Silk Pie is simply scrumptious, with layers of Oreo-hazelnut crust, milk chocolate custard, dark chocolate ganache, and frangelico anglaise.

A Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake is brightened by minty crystallized sugar and a praline crust, while a house-made orange sorbet ofers a lighter ending to our indulgent meal. A fnal bit of extravagance is a cordial of Dolce from Far Niente.

Te valet is possibly of greater beneft at the end of our meal than the beginning.

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In the near future, mark your calendar for a wine tasting on May 6. Usually a sell-out event, the party takes place on the patio (weather-permitting ) and guests have an opportunity to sample and buy (at retail pricing ) over 50 diferent wines, including several examples with very limited inventory, with Chef pairings from Tucci’s delicious menu. If you fnd yourself near Dublin during tournament time, Tucci’s at night is a great place to celebrity watch, as many players and high profle visitors favor it for dinner. Tucci’s is located at 35 North High Street in Dublin. For more information about hours, specials and events, visit tuccisdublin.com. sl

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