{"id":342036,"date":"2024-06-27T11:50:39","date_gmt":"2024-06-27T15:50:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/blog-api\/?p=342036"},"modified":"2024-06-27T11:50:39","modified_gmt":"2024-06-27T15:50:39","slug":"4-homes-perfect-for-wine-tastings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/extraordinary-living-blog\/4-homes-perfect-for-wine-tastings\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Homes Perfect for Wine Tastings"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Those who presume that wine is just another beverage are missing the point, and missing the potential\u2014for as any connoisseur knows, it\u2019s so much more. Wine can be a collector\u2019s item and an investment; it can be an invitation to a celebration, or the centerpiece at a chic soir\u00e9e. Of course, it can also be an individual indulgence\u2014a treat, and a retreat\u2014to be savored in sophisticated solitude.<\/span><\/p>\n

Wine is versatile, with countless vintages and varieties. Beyond the classic reds and whites, there are oranges and organics, sparkles and ros\u00e9s; appreciating their nuances is a skill that requires cultivation, as much a science as an art.<\/span><\/p>\n

Naturally, there are certain\u00a0homes for wine lovers<\/span>\u00a0that cater to the pastime in different ways. Here are four glamorous\u00a0wine tasting properties<\/span>\u00a0with features and amenities that raise the standards, and raise a glass, in demonstrating what a\u00a0luxury wine home<\/span>\u00a0can include.<\/p>\n

A\u00a0Home With a Wine Cellar<\/span>\u00a0on\u00a0a Whole New Level<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Russell Reddell & Matt Finnigan – New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Some tasting rooms are on an entirely other level\u2014and that\u2019s literally the case at\u00a0this mountainside masterpiece<\/a><\/span>, where the subterranean cellar and sampling area are on full display through the transparent glass floor. It\u2019s not just a visionary architectural flourish, either; temperature is everything when storing wines of varied vintages, and the controls in this space are state-of-the-art.<\/span><\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t the only area to make a vibrant statement with glass. Floor-to-ceiling windows grace the front of the home with views of a fresh mountain tarn, and open onto an garden and outdoor living area where homeowners can bring a favorite bottle and luxuriate in the beauty of the alpine foothills.<\/p>\n

Host Happy Hour in a Five-Star Wine Bar<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

What could possibly be more pleasurable than enjoying a gorgeous glass of wine in an elegant, high-end cocktail bar? How about if the cocktail bar is in the comfort of your own home? That\u2019s one of the many benefits of\u00a0this majestic country\u00a0<\/a><\/span>wine estate home<\/a><\/span>. Owning your own private establishment is as exclusive as it gets; you decide the wine list and the guest list.<\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, the wine bar is located in just one of several dwellings on the expansive acreage. Besides the historic architectural marvel that is the main house, there also happens to be a parcel of land dedicated to a thriving winery\u2014with production and bottling facilities accompanied by a two-bedroom apartment and a private tasting room.<\/p>\n

Creating Unique Wines Through\u00a0Vineyard Real Estate<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Laura Vetrugno Venturi – Italy Sotheby’s International Realty<\/a><\/p>\n

Indeed,\u00a0luxury homes with vineyards<\/span>\u00a0hold special appeal for wine lovers, and true aficionados pay special attention\u2014and often pay premium prices\u2014for properties with intriguing and inimitable varieties. Such is the case in\u00a0this astonishing villa<\/a><\/span>, where the terraced hillside vantage, plentiful sunlight, and abundance of fresh water grant the grapes a sumptuousness that\u2019s difficult to duplicate.<\/span><\/p>\n

The onsite winery is designed to produce and age wines of unparalleled uniqueness and quality. But just as impressive is the property\u2019s immersive wellness spa, where wine is the ideal complement to a lavish day of self-care.<\/p>\n

A Showcase in Every Sense of the Word<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Oliver Karlsson – Madrid Sotheby’s International Realty<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Another reason to appreciate wine: a spectacular selection is the ultimate understated status symbol. In a residence like\u00a0this contemporary seaside getaway<\/a><\/span>, the wine storage is as functional as it is fashionable, wowing guests with its avant-garde geometries of glass and light without you having to say a word.<\/span><\/p>\n

With pools, a hammam, and a sauna all surrounded by lush greenery, there\u2019s a plethora of places to sip a glass of wine and bask in the afternoon warmth. And as this\u00a0wine country home<\/span>\u00a0has space for up to 10 bedrooms, it\u2019s superb for accommodating friends and family.<\/span><\/p>\n

There\u2019s a thriving\u00a0real estate market for wine enthusiasts<\/span>, but there are rare paragons that redefine what a\u00a0wine tasting home<\/span>\u00a0can be. These four\u2014with their\u00a0tasting rooms<\/span>, custom cellars, and winemaking facilities\u2014are the types of properties that will dazzle even those with the most discerning tastes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Interested in more culinary-focused properties? These\u00a0<\/span>five outdoor kitchens are perfect for al fresco dining.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n


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Those who presume that wine is just another beverage are missing the point, and missing the potential\u2014for as any connoisseur knows, it\u2019s so much more. Wine can be a collector\u2019s item and an investment; it can be an invitation to a celebration, or the centerpiece at a chic soir\u00e9e. 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