The upcoming Aeroporto Amerigo Vespucci in Florence, Italy, promises a unique experience for travelers with its innovative design inspired by the local tradition of wine production. Designed by Rafael Viñoly Architects, the airport terminal will feature a sprawling rooftop vineyard, covering 19 acres and comprising 38 rows of grapevines. This eco-friendly initiative not only adds a touch of charm for wine enthusiasts but also contributes to sustainable practices. Despite potential challenges in irrigation and cultivation, a seasoned winemaker will oversee the vineyard, producing wine that will be specially aged in cellars located beneath the terminal. The ambitious project, spanning 538,195 sq ft (50,000 sq m), aims to host over 5.9 million international passengers annually and involves reorienting a preexisting runway to accommodate modern aircraft needs.

In addition to its novel vineyard concept, the Aeroporto Amerigo Vespucci is committed to achieving LEED Platinum green building standards. The architects are incorporating features to maximize natural light, such as generous glazing and skylights, and the terminal will boast a green roof along with integrated solar panels. A rainwater harvesting system and greywater recycling will contribute to the sustainability of the structure, reducing its reliance on potable water. The airport’s design emphasizes a spacious and easily navigable public space at the center of the terminal, providing convenience for tired travelers. The project is set to be completed in two phases, with the first phase scheduled for 2026 and the second phase in 2035, making it a noteworthy addition to the growing trend of green and nature-filled airports worldwide.

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Can you make wine in an Instant Pot? And does it taste good? Sarah Blaskovich, food writer for The Dallas Morning News, cooked Welch’s grape juice, sugar and yeast in an Instant Pot for two days, following blogger David Murphy’s viral recipe.

Alcohol is not the solution to a problem, but a nice cup of wine every once in a while, can lighten the mood and even boost your immune system. And turns out that Instant Pot owners are in luck today, as food blogger David Murphy, managed to figure out how to make wine at home in this kitchen appliance.
Many owners of the Instant Pot happened to receive this as a gift, and since it is a complex machine it hides lots of secrets. This means, that experimenting with it is always welcomed and it also pays off as now you make your wine at home with its help.
The inspiration came for Murphy after he saw a meme mocking people who had crockpots and challenging them to make wine in them. After giving it some thought, he figured out that it might be possible and started browsing the Internet for recipes. As he couldn’t find any, he decided to make his own Instant Pot wine recipe.

The entire process is listed on Murphy’s blog and it’s not a traditional winemaking process, but the result is not bad at all. The recipe consists of Welch’s grape juice, granulated sugar, and wine yeast all combined in the Instant Pot for 48 hours. You can learn more about the recipe from the video presentation.

Igredients Needed to Make Instant Pot Wine
To get everything started, you’re going to need just a few things to make your Instant Pot wine.

Welch’s Grape Juice (64oz bottle)
1 cup of sugar (granulated)
a funnel
1 packet Lalvin Red Wine Yeast (They also have White Wine Yeast) *Just use 1/2 a pack*
Instant Pot with Yogurt Function (I have a 6qt DUO Plus IP)
Clear Packing Tape