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December 27, 2014
TRAVEL: 10 Winery Hotels That Will Impress Any Wine Connoisseur
TRAVEL | Wine, Feasts, and Beautiful Scenery
Handpicked by Tablet Hotels, the booking site for discerning travelers!
10 Winery Hotels That Will Impress Wine Connoisseurs (1)
Only stay at hotels that truly matter.──With that concept in mind, Tablet Hotels, a booking site that exclusively offers unique and charming hotels selected from around the world. The true pleasure of a wine trip isn't just about swirling a glass to appreciate the nuanced aromas and flavors. It's about suppressing your excitement as you pack, heading to deep green vineyards that will be yours alone for the next few days. Savoring the finished wine alongside picturesque countryside and gourmet feasts – that is truly the ideal life. This time, we present 10 winery hotels meticulously chosen by Tablet Hotels from across the globe.
Text by ISHIKAWA Aiko (Tablet Hotels)Edited by TANAKA Junko (OPENERS)
1. Spain, Salamanca "Hacienda Zorita Wine Hotel & Spa"
This is the "Hacienda Zorita," a former monastery renovated from a site that was visited by Christopher Columbus himself some 500 years ago. Wine barrels are lined up in the solemn chapel, San Nicolás de las Venus. Savoring wine alongside organic cheese, olive oil, and cured ham produced on the estate might just transport you back to the days of medieval monks.
Hacienda Zorita Wine Hotel & Spa
Ctra. Salamanca-Ledesma, Km 12, Valverdon-Salamanca, Spain
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2. Portugal, Alentejo "L’AND Vineyards"
The modern architectural marvel "L’AND Vineyards," which unexpectedly appears in Alentejo, one of Portugal's premier wine regions, was designed by Marcio Kogan, based in São Paulo, Brazil. Its sustainable design, making abundant use of local materials, and its Michelin-starred restaurant form a powerful combination, truly symbolizing the modern winery hotel.
L’AND Vineyards
Estrada Nacional 4 | Herdade das Valadas, Montemor-o-Novo 7050, Portugal
3. South Africa, Cape Town "The Cellars Hohenort"
The Cellars Hohenort, a warm estate nestled within a wine estate in the Constantia Valley. Inside the mansion lies one of South Africa's leading restaurants, with Table Mountain as its backdrop. Could there be a more magnificent destination for a wine country tour? It's a unique environment that only those who have journeyed this far can truly boast about.
The Cellars Hohenort
93 Brommersvlei Road, Constantia Valley, Cape Town, South Africa
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http://ow.ly/CbyC9
4. USA, California "Bernardus Lodge"
If pictures aren't enough, let us present some numbers. "Bernardus Lodge," in partnership with vineyards, boasts an astonishing cellar with 1,800 varieties and 34,000 bottles. Furthermore, its restaurant is a legendary gourmet spot visited by culinary icons like Julia Child and Eric Ripert. However, for the true wine aficionado, perhaps the most sublime experience is to simply face your glass undisturbed on the elegant outdoor terrace overlooking the estate.
Bernardus Lodge
415 West Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA, USA
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http://ow.ly/CbywN
5. Italy, Tuscany "Il Borro"
Tuscan villa "Il Borro" boasts a vast estate of 400,000 square meters, encompassing vineyards, a winery, and a completely restored medieval village. Knowing that it's owned by the Ferragamo family makes perfect sense. This level of luxury is undoubtedly the pinnacle of family-run green tourism.
Il Borro
Località Borro, San Giustino Valdarno, Italy
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http://ow.ly/CbyFz
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6. France, Bordeaux "Les Sources de Caudalie"
Nestled within a quintessential organic vineyard in Bordeaux, "Les Sources de Caudalie" offers a delightful experience. Indulge in remarkably delicious rustic French cuisine, perfectly paired with recommended wines drawn from a cellar housing 15,000 bottles. For a complete immersion in wine, both internally and externally, don't forget to experience "vinotherapy" at the adjacent spa, utilizing grape-derived ingredients.
Les Sources de Caudalie
Chemin de Smith Haut-Lafitte, Bordeaux, France
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http://ow.ly/CbyQy
7. Argentina, Mendoza "Algodon Wine Estate"
Algodon offers its own original wines, featuring not only Argentina's signature Malbec and Bonarda, but also Chardonnay and Cabernet Syrah. If that's not enough to satisfy you, perhaps the "wine therapy" amenities in the stone-tiled bathrooms, reminiscent of a country estate, will delight you. With an 18-hole golf course also available, you can work off any guilt from indulging in gourmet food and drink with some sports.
Algodon Wine Estate
Ruta N. 144 km 674, Cuadro Benegas, San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina
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http://ow.ly/CbyUH
8. Australia, Western Australia "Cape Lodge"
For Chardonnay lovers, a visit to the Margaret River region of Western Australia is a must. With the ultra-luxurious Vineyard Residence at "Cape Lodge" and its award-winning on-site restaurant, you are sure to have a truly memorable and valuable wine country experience.
Cape Lodge
Caves Road, Yallingup, Margaret River, Australia
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http://ow.ly/CbyYF
9. USA, California "Calistoga Ranch"
While Napa, California's wine region, offers numerous accommodation options, the premier "Calistoga Ranch" features its own private vineyard. The gorgeous restaurant, overlooking a lake, serves not only its own estate wines but also a selection of top varietals from nearby wineries. Private tastings with leading winemakers in the area are also a highlight.
Calistoga Ranch
580 Lommel Road, Calistoga, CA, USA
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http://ow.ly/Cbz2p
10. Spain, Basque "Hotel Marqués de Riscal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Elciego"
The "Hotel Marqués de Riscal," located in Rioja's oldest winery, was designed by American architect Frank O. Gehry. Its striking exterior, resembling a spaceship clad in titanium perched atop a 19th-century building, is sure to captivate you. Beyond "vinotherapy," the upstairs restaurant offers fusion cuisine by Francis Paniego, the first Michelin-starred chef in the region, accompanied by breathtaking views.
Hotel Marqués de Riscal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Elciego
Calle Torrea, 1, Elciego, Rioja, Spain
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