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Opener Wine HotelsIf you love wine, nothing beats a stay on a winery. Being close to the action, you’ll get a deeper understanding and appreciation for the product. Plus, the wine just won’t taste better anywhere else.
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L'AvenirL’Avenir Country Lodge, Stellenbosch, South Africa – Close to Cape Town, Stellenbosch has been a wine producing area since the arrival of the Dutch and French in the late 17th century. Today, the French-owned L’Avenir focuses on 2 grape varieties that form the cornerstone of the South African wine industry: Chenin Blanc and Pinotage. You’ll experience a mix of French hospitality and South-African flair at the Country Lodge, for a relaxing stay after a busy day of discovering the wineries along the Stellenbosch American Express Wine Routes. lavenirestate.co.za
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Chateau MereChateau Mere, Kakheti, Georgia – Georgia claims to have the oldest winemaking tradition in the world, and indeed traces of wine production dating back 8,000 years have been found here. Now just as back then, grape juice is fermented together with the grape skins in qvevri, large clay amphorae buried in the ground, creating unique wines. Chateau Mere is a modern-day, eclectic castle with a laidback vibe, and a great starting point for exploring the wines and abundant cuisine of the region. mere.ge [Photo: Sarah May Grunwald]
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Clos de L'OursClos de l’Ours, Haut Var, France – This is a cosy chambres d’hôtes, or guesthouse, in Cotignac, Provence. It’s contemporary in style, but with plenty of wood and terracotta for that typical Provençal feel. Owners Michel and Fabienne Brotons will gladly talk about their wines over an aperitif on the terrace overlooking the vineyards and pool. That aperitif might very well be their Grizzly rosé, a pale pink wine that is made from a blend of 5 red grapes. closdelours.com
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Enriquez EstateEnriquez Estate Wines, Sonoma County, USA – A former milk barn is now a two-bedroom vacation rental on the Enriquez Estate, a micro-winery run by Cecilia Enriquez. She left her job in finance in search of a more fulfilling career, and she now specialises in limited production Pinot Noir and Tempranillo from the Sonoma Coast and Russian River appellations. As a guest, it’s just you and the vines, but you can trade in the tranquillity for the liveliness of nearby Healdsburg, a hamlet full of restaurants, tasting rooms, boutiques and galleries. enriquezwines.com
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Finca AdalgisaFinca Adalgisa, Mendoza, Argentina – With its spectacular views on the Andes and velvety Malbec wine that seems to be made for asado (Argentinean barbecue), Mendoza can do nothing but seduce. The rustic-chic Finca Adalgisa will add to the charm. Try the Finca’s own wines at the hotel’s tapas bar, or during one of the fun cooking classes on site. The restored farmhouse hotel is located in a small village with plenty of wineries, shops, bars and restaurants. fincaadalgisa.com.ar
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Joseph Mattey HouseJoseph Mattey House, Oregon, USA – Not too far from hip city Portland, the Willamette Valley is fully of historic towns and more than 250 wineries. In its moderate climate, Pinot Noir grow particularly well, as well as Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. Charmingly classic is the Joseph Mattey House, located in an 1892 Queen Anne Victorian building surrounded by vineyards. The Inn is run by a British couple who make sure to tell you where to go to taste local wines, but not on an empty stomach: a full breakfast is served promptly at 9 daily, with fruit from the Inn’s orchard. oregonwinecountry.org, matteyhouse.com
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Kreinbacher BirtokKreinbacher Birtok, Somló, Hungary – One single, conical mountain is the main strength of Hungary’s smallest wine region Somló. Magányos Óriás (“the lonely giant”) is a volcanic hill, and the vineyards are planted on its slopes. The basalt soils lend the (exclusively white) wines their distinct mineral character. Taste them at Kreinbacher, paired with contemporary Hungarian cuisine. Kreinbacher is an ultramodern winery rooted in tradition, and the design rooms reflect this: industrial chic combined with natural materials. kreinbacher.hu, kreinbacher.accenthotels.com [Photo: Kreinbacher Birtok, Juhász Bogi]
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LongviewLongview Vineyard Suites, Adelaide Hills, Australia – While South Australia’s vibrant cool climate wine region is mostly known for white wines, brothers Peter and Mark Saturno create award-winning reds as well, because their Longview Vineyard has a unique microclimate. Wake up with the Pinot Noir growing just outside your balcony door in one of the contemporary suites. Blended with Chardonnay, said Pinot Noir is used in the company’s sparkling wine, which pairs well with the Mediterranean dishes served at the popular Sunday Tapas lunch. longviewvineyard.com.au
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Marlborough VintnersMarlborough Vintners Hotel, Marlborough, New Zealand – Located on South Island, Marlborough is New Zealand’s best-known wine region, most notably for its distinct Sauvignon Blancs. Although the Vintners Hotel doesn’t have its own vineyard, it is definitely all about wine here. For one, it is completely surrounded by vines. The bar and farm-to-table restaurant stock an impressive number of wines from local cellars and boutique wineries, and the staff is happy to tell you more about them. The hotel has 16 suites with private patios. mvh.co.nz
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MassimagoMassimago, Valpolicella, Italy – Not too far from fair Verona, east of Lake Garda, lies Valpolicella. The eponymous red wines are blends of Corvina, Corvinone, Molinara and Rondinella, with the Amarone (a strong wine made from semi-dried grapes) as its most famous style of wine. Winemaker Camilla Rossi Chauvenet makes these various blends at Massimago, her family’s wine company since 1883. Not only the wine is made with amore – the fine attention for details can be spotted in the rooms of the relais as well. massimago.com
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MeneghettiMeneghetti, Istria, Croatia – The area near the Mediterranean has known viticulture since Roman times, but wineries such as Meneghetti have been lifting up the general quality of the wine in recent years. As a bonus, it offers a fantastic setting to enjoy your glass of crisp Malvazija Istarska (Malvasia Istriana). At the winery’s restaurant, a chef’s duo pair the wines with original dishes using local seafood, cheeses, truffles and olive oils. All built in typical white stone, Meneghetti has 25 new or updated hotel rooms and suites since September, for more guests to enjoy the experience. meneghetti.hr
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Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do CarmoQuinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo, Douro, Portugal – The scenery is just as spectacular as the wine coming from this region – steep vineyards on both banks of the meandering Douro as far as the eye can see. The grapes are made into still wines and port wines at the region’s many quintas, wineries. The historic Quinta Nova can be reached only via small zigzagging roads – resulting in an absolute serenity. You can easily fill your days here eating, tasting wine and marvelling at the views. quintanova.com
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Sula VineyardsSula Vineyards, Nashik, India – While you wouldn’t immediately label it a wine country, India has been making strides in winemaking. Although still a nascent industry, the country will produce around 18 million litres this year. At its forefront is Sula Vineyards, near Nashik, where Rajeev Samant has created somewhat of a wine emporium. The stunning Sky Villa, at the edge of a lake, can be rented for a group of six. It’s close to the winery and the vineyards, which are open for educational visits and tasting sessions. sulawines.com
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TabonkoTabonkö, Viña Gillmore, Maule Valley, Chile – Alpacas and pudús (a type of deer) are freely walking around the tranquil vineyards of the Gillmore Estate, a family-owned winery in Maule Valley. In this coastal dry area, red grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Carignan particularly thrive, making for aromatic, herbaceous wines. Taste them during your stay in the brick guesthouse Tabonkö. You will leave rejuvenated, especially if you indulge in the wine spa therapy, like a red wine bath or a grape seed massage. gillmorewines.cl, tabonko.cl
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Trossos del PrioratTrossos del Priorat, Priorat, Spain – Not far from Barcelona, Priorat is a small, but dynamic wine area producing some of the country’s best wines. On the steep, terraced vineyards native grapes like Garnacha and Cariñena grow on unique, slate soils during a hot and dry growing season. This results in low yields with intense, concentrated flavours. Trossos del Priorat is a relatively young winery with a few rooms decorated in a contemporary style. Staying here, it’s easy to understand the appeal of the region, drinking in the amazing views. trossosdelpriorat.com
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Staffelter HofWeingut Staffelter Hof, Moselle, Germany – Grapes have been cultivated on the precipitous slopes along the Moselle for centuries, predominantly for the region’s well-known Rieslings. At 1,150-year-old winery Staffelter Hof traditions are well respected, but 7th generation winemaker Jan Matthias Klein isn’t afraid to do something new either. One example: he created an interesting wine drink with Riesling and Mate. Klein’s mother runs the homey apartments and rooms, which come with all mod cons, including a fridge pre-stocked with wines. staffelter-hof.de
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