They enjoyed cocktails, including beautiful, personalized magnums of Ca del Bosco, under a charming olive grove accompanied by a live Italian jazz band. The breeze was cool, the sky was blue and the yummy passed trays of Lil and Ruudi’s favorite Italian finger foods were a big hit with the guests. Just before coming to table they played a favorite Estonian quiz game that tests the couple about just how well they know each other. Friends and family pitched in with comical questions and challenges and Lil and Ruudi were good sports to the very end.

Just as the bright October sky turned to warmer shades of orange and crimson, the party adjourned to table under a crystal tent with romantic chandelier lighting to frame a classic, jaw dropping Tuscan view. Each place setting was adorned with elements made in the different corners of Tuscany. Terracotta floral vases from Montelupo, wooden candle holders from the woods of the Garfagnana and marble chargers sourced from the mountaintops of Carrara made for a truly one of a kind, Tuscan table setting.

The meal was catered by a local, boutique caterer, featuring delicious fresh pasta topped with a generous dose of freshly shaved San Miniato black truffles and paired with a delicate Lunae white wine. The couple shared a sweet kiss under a starry sky, as they cut through the flaky layers of their buttery mille feuille wild berry cake. It was time to dance and celebrate. The entire group, old and young alike, gayly entered the panoramic gazebo where a live band got the party started. As the merriment of the occasion permeated the space, the brightest, biggest smiles could be seen lightly perched upon the sweet faces of the bride and groom. All was well; a once in a lifetime moment was had surrounded by family and friends sharing good food, beautiful wine and the perfect setting. Lil and Ruudi had their Dolce Vita wedding, and it was indeed, ever so sweet.