the experience

WINE

Wine Regions

Countries

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Firsthand

Every winery and tour here is one we booked, drove to, and tasted at ourselves. Some were the best afternoons of the whole trip. Some were a long drive for a mediocre pour, and we’ll say so.

Use the guides to plan your day.

Use the reviews to book with confidence.

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Where to Sip

Grouped by region. Each one has a full guide, plus the individual tours and tastings we reviewed along the way.

From the famous ones, the underrated ones, and one island nobody expects.

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Best Wine Hotels

Vineyard views from the window, tasting rooms within walking distance. These are the stays worth planning around.

Gorgeous infinity pool at Terrabona Nature & Vineyards in Madeira

Terrabona

Madeira, Portugal

Vineyard views over the Atlantic.

The Inn at Stinson Vineyards in Crozet Virginia

Inn at Stinson Vineyards

Virginia, USA

Part of our Virginia getaway guide.

Pool by the garden at La Maison de Pommard in France

La Maison de Pommard

Burgundy, France

Wake up in a small charming wine village.