Hennessey Demon 1700 Unleashed 🚗

Meet the 1,700 HP Monster 🔥

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Catherine Beaumont
July 01, 2025

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To those who seek life’s finer pleasures,

Today’s newsletter is revving up excitement, from a 1,700-horsepower muscle car and a lightning-fast luxury yacht, to Sonoma’s newly reimagined vineyard oasis.

📰 Upcoming in this issue

  • 🚗 Hennessey Demon 1700 Really Can Make 1,700 HP

  • ⛵ Grand Soleil 65+ Performance: Luxe Meets Lightning

  • 🍇 Vinarosa Resort & Spa Unveils $15M Rebirth in Sonoma’s Russian River Valley

🚗 Hennessey Demon 1700 Really Can Make 1,700 HP

A heart-pounding dive into how Hennessey has pushed the Dodge Challenger Demon into hypercar territory with its 1,700-horsepower engine. Expectations, technical magic, and real-world performance are tested.

Key Takeaways:

  • 💥 Massive power upgrade: A 6.2L V8 with twin-turbochargers takes the Demon from stock to 1,700 hp in production form.

  • 🔧 Engineering mastery: Reinforced internals, custom fueling, upgraded cooling—all tied to a revamped transmission and suspension.

  • ⚡ Speed and handling extremes: Capable of 0–60 mph in the mid‑2‑second range with proper track prep.

  • 🎯 Limited exclusivity: Production capped at just 24 units—on the radar of serious collectors and drag‑strip enthusiasts.

⛵ Grand Soleil 65+ Performance: Luxe Meets Lightning

A sleek Italian performance cruiser designed to thrill serious sailors with cutting-edge tech, stylish luxury, and eco-conscious craftsmanship.

Key Takeaways:

  • ⚡️ Eco‑Smart Build: Certified teak, eco‑resins, and solar panels combine to reduce environmental impact.

  • 💨 Race‑Inspired Hull: V‑bow design, aft‑placed mast, and extensive foretriangle deliver speed even in light winds.

  • 🛋️ Comfortable Layout: Features an open cockpit, flush deck, and bespoke three‑cabin interior for yacht‑level living.

  • 🧭 Single‑Handed Sailability: Self‑tacking jib, optional telescopic keel, and smart deck layout support easy handling.

🍇 Vinarosa Resort & Spa Unveils $15M Rebirth in Sonoma’s Russian River Valley

A timeless wine-country retreat emerges with a modern twist: 92 acres reimagined into a sustainable sanctuary blending vineyard charm with contemporary elegance.

Key Takeaways:

  • 🌿 Heritage‑Driven Design: Provence-inspired interiors with natural tones, reclaimed wood, heirloom art, and a lobby anchored by a living tree under a skylight.

  • 🏊 Wellness & Outdoors: A 25‑meter salt‑water pool, riverside yoga, fitness center, spa grotto, and vineyard‑woven walking paths enhance the guest experience.

  • 🍽 Farm‑to‑Table Culinary Journey: Executive Chef Sergio Howland crafts menus from on‑site gardens and orchards, offering garden tours, picnic experiences, cooking classes, and wine‑blending sessions.

  • 💼 Sustainable & Event‑Ready: Emphasis on solar, composting, and eco‑initiatives; plus nearly 10,000 sq ft of event space—ideal for weddings and retreats with vineyard backdrops.

One last thing

Exploring innovation in design, engineering, and sustainability isn’t just fascinating—it elevates our experiences, inspiring us to dream bigger and live better.

Thanks for joining the ride!

Catherine Beaumont
Editor-in-Chief
Boston, Massachusetts
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