Set along the banks of the River Arno, The Westin Excelsior – Florence blends historic grandeur with modern luxury. With five-star service, refined rooms, and its crown jewel restaurant Cosimo, this landmark hotel remains a quintessential Florentine destination.
Tenuta di Mensanello in Chianti is an authentic agriturismo and winery offering a rare combination of estate-grown wines, olive oils, and farm-to-table hospitality. Visitors experience not just Tuscan wines, but a full immersion into rural life, complete with a working farm, guest accommodations, and unforgettable vineyard views.
Château Fortia, one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s most historic estates, has been instrumental in shaping both the region’s identity and the French AOC system. Today, under the stewardship of winemaker Sandra Rochel and general manager Anna Olejnik, the estate continues to craft terroir-driven wines while embracing sustainable viticulture and offering visitors an
Nestled in the heart of the Lantignié appellation, Le Domaine de la Roche is a vibrant, organic-driven estate where the passion of two friends crafts wines that truly show the soul of Beaujolais. A heartfelt favorite during our tour—this charming cellar delivers authenticity, scenic beauty, and unforgettable tastings.
Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe stands as one of the most iconic estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, rooted in the stony plateau of La Crau since 1898. Family-run for over a century, the Brunier dynasty continues to craft some of the Rhône Valley’s most age-worthy, terroir-driven wines.
Founded by Benedictine monks in the 12th century and now guided by sustainability-driven ownership, Château des Bachelards redefines Beaujolais with biodynamic old-vine Gamay and refined, age-worthy cuvées.
Located in Castellina in Chianti, Poggio Amorelli produces a concise range of Sangiovese-driven wines, supplemented by small-production blends. Tastings, available by reservation, feature the estate’s DOCG and IGT wines alongside its olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Château Mont-Thabor, a historic family-run estate in Bédarrides, has been producing wines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes du Rhône, and Luberon since 1881. Now managed by Fanny Stehelin, her husband Vincent Brémond, and her father Daniel Stehelin, the domaine combines generational expertise with certified organic farming to craft terroir-driven wines.
Perched just outside San Gimignano, Panizzi has carved a reputation on the strength of itsVernaccia but quietly experiments beyond local tradition. From structured Chianti to an unexpected Tuscan Pinot Noir, the estate blends innovation with site-driven winemaking under the guidance of Alessandro Cellai.
Enoteca Il Goccetto has been a Roman institution since 1983. Set in a 16th‑century building, the bar features antique décor with a coffered ceiling and shelves packed with over 800 wine labels, predominantly Italian, plus select French bottles.
Located in the southeastern corner of Chianti Classico, Villa a Sesta blends long-standing Tuscan tradition with careful, contemporary winemaking. With roots dating back to 1779, the estate has steadily built a portfolio that reflects the nuanced character of Castelnuovo Berardenga’s varied soils and exposures.
La Lama is a small, family-run winery located in the hills of Castelnuovo Berardenga in southern Chianti Classico. Producing just 7,000 bottles annually, it stands out not only for its scale but for its commitment to long cellar aging before release.
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