Attimo delivers a respite you can’t help but linger over, with its statement geometric tile floor, floating lights made from decanters, and images of the Italian countryside adorning the walls. In 2020, upon returning to Denver, he opened downtown’s chicest wine bar, Attimo, which translates to “moment” in Italian-a reminder to pause and enjoy each experience. Schlegel landed in Italy’s Piedmont region in 2013, where he purchased a small vineyard and learned the business of winemaking. Photo by Riane Menardi MorrisonĪfter Jon Schlegel fulfilled a dream to start a restaurant via the Colorado-based chain Snooze an A.M Eatery, he and his family headed overseas to attain another dream: living abroad.
