{"id":3518,"date":"2023-07-11T17:11:47","date_gmt":"2023-07-11T21:11:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/?p=3518"},"modified":"2025-01-03T16:12:07","modified_gmt":"2025-01-03T21:12:07","slug":"unique-wineries-around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/travel-resources\/unique-wineries-around-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Unique Wineries to Visit Around the World in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unique Wineries &amp; Wine Tasting Experiences Not to Miss This Year All Over the World<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sipping wine at a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/france\/best-bordeaux-wine-tours-wine-tastings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>ch\u00e2teaux in France<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/italy\/best-tuscany-wine-tours-wine-tastings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Tuscan vineyard resort in Italy<\/strong><\/a> and at chic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/napa-valley\/best-napa-wineries-wine-tasting-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>vineyards in Napa Valley<\/strong><\/a> are all amazing, but there&#8217;s something to be said about a truly unique wine experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some very special, unique wineries around the world that deviate just a little bit from your average tasting experience. For a memorable wine visit, check them out!<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1 uagb-toc__collapse uagb-block-ed30b694      \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#unique-wineries-wine-tasting-experiences-not-to-miss-this-year-all-over-the-world\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Unique Wineries &amp; Wine Tasting Experiences Not to Miss This Year All Over the World<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#visit-a-gas-station-at-tank-garage-winery-california-usa\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Visit a Gas Station at Tank Garage Winery, California, USA<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#taste-ice-wine-at-ice-house-winery-canada\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Taste Ice Wine at Ice House Winery, Canada<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#witness-a-camel-in-the-vineyard-at-le-domaine-du-val-dargan-morocco\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Witness a Camel in the Vineyard at Le Domaine du Val d\u2019Argan, Morocco<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#see-a-castle-and-sip-at-chillon-castle-winery-switzerland\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">See a Castle and Sip at Chillon Castle Winery, Switzerland<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#drink-wine-in-a-butterfly-at-bodega-sommos-spain\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Drink Wine in a Butterfly at Bodega SOMMOS, Spain<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#float-amongst-the-vines-at-siam-winery-thailand\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Float Amongst the Vines at Siam Winery, Thailand<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#dive-for-your-wine-literally-at-edivo-winery-croatia\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Dive for Your Wine, Literally, at Edivo Winery, Croatia<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#get-a-panoramic-experience-at-cantine-marisa-cuomo-italy\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Get a Panoramic Experience at Cantine Marisa Cuomo, Italy<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#taste-inside-a-submarine-above-water-at-sottomarino-winery-california-usa\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Taste Inside a Submarine (Above Water) at Sottomarino Winery, California, USA<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#go-volcanic-at-el-grifo-canary-islands-spain\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Go Volcanic at El Grifo, Canary Islands, Spain<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#tour-a-nuclear-bunker-at-chateau-siran-bordeaux\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Tour a Nuclear Bunker at Chateau Siran, Bordeaux<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#go-llama-trekking-at-divine-llama-winery-north-carolina\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Go Llama Trekking at Divine Llama Winery, North Carolina<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#roam-among-giant-sculptures-at-donum-winery-sonoma\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Roam Among Giant Sculptures at Donum Winery, Sonoma<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#dine-in-a-crater-at-domaine-du-meteore-south-of-france\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Dine-in a Crater at Domaine du Meteore, South of France<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#sleep-in-wine-barrels-at-quinta-da-pacheca-portugal\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Sleep in Wine Barrels at Quinta da Pacheca, Portugal<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#reach-new-heights-at-bodega-colome-argentina\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Reach New Heights at Bodega Colome, Argentina<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#taste-in-a-persian-palace-at-darioush-napa\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Taste in a Persian Palace at Darioush, Napa<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#go-truffle-hunting-at-tenuta-santa-maria-valverde-valpolicella\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Go Truffle Hunting at Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde, Valpolicella<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#experience-history-at-lopez-de-heredia-in-rioja-spain\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Experience History at Lopez de Heredia in Rioja, Spain<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#taste-the-real-american-grape-at-chrysalis-vineyards-virginia\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Taste the \u2018Real American Grape\u2019 at Chrysalis Vineyards, Virginia<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions-about-unique-wineries\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Frequently Asked Questions about Unique Wineries<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#more-ways-to-explore-wine-country-around-the-world\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">More Ways To Explore Wine Country Around The World<\/a><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit a Gas Station at Tank Garage Winery, California, USA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-b6accb27\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.9\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>1020 Foothill Blvd, Calistoga, CA 94515<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:(707) 942-8265\">(707) 942-8265<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tank-garage-winery.jpg\" alt=\"Tank Garage Winery in California\" class=\"wp-image-19516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tank-garage-winery.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tank-garage-winery-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tank-garage-winery-310x205.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Step into the vintage vibes at Tank Garage Winery! Here, you can expect an eclectic mix of unique, limited-edition wines, a 1930s era gas-station-turned-tasting-room, and a spirited homage to the rebellious tradition of California winemaking. Come for the wine, stay for the nostalgic charm! Image courtesy Tank Garage Winery.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Buying wine from a gas station probably isn&#8217;t something you ever considered doing, but <strong><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/tank-garage-winery\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tank Garage Winery<\/a><\/strong> in Calistoga (Napa Valley), California may change your mind. This gas station-turned-winery, a throwback to the 1930s, was created in hopes of making a different kind of winery. After all, the last thing <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/napa-valley\/napa-valley-ava-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\">Napa Valley<\/a> needs is &#8220;another sprawling Chateau complete with all the traditional ways you&#8217;re supposed to make and showcase your wines,&#8221; explained James Harder, founder of Tank Garage. Instead, taste wines like Dream Police, Nothing Corporate and Post Disco in the tasting room, a former mechanic&#8217;s garage located in the vintage filling station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taste Ice Wine at Ice House Winery, Canada<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-da046915\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.5\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+1 905-262-6161\">+1 905-262-6161<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Known as &#8216;Canadian liquid gold,&#8217; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/the-ice-house-winery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ice House Winery<\/a><\/strong> makes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wine-resources\/what-is-ice-wine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ice wine, a dessert wine<\/a> that&#8217;s made from grapes frozen while still on the vine. The rules for ice wine are strict too &#8212; it can only be ice wine if the grapes were picked off the vine at 18 degrees or below. Quite possibly the only winery in the world that encourages &#8216;getting slushed,&#8217; you can&#8217;t leave without sampling one of their famous wine slushies, made from equal parts wine and ice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Witness a Camel in the Vineyard at Le Domaine du Val d\u2019Argan, Morocco<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-e1a8985f\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.2\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ounagha, Morocco<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+212 5247-83467\">+212 5247-83467<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Domaine-du-Val-dArgan-Morocco.jpg\" alt=\"Le Domaine du Val d\u2019Argan, Morocco\" class=\"wp-image-19517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Domaine-du-Val-dArgan-Morocco.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Domaine-du-Val-dArgan-Morocco-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Domaine-du-Val-dArgan-Morocco-310x205.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nestled in Morocco&#8217;s breathtaking landscape, expect a fusion of traditional Moroccan hospitality and French winemaking expertise, producing exceptional wines. The cherry on top? An enchanting vineyard view from a poolside perch. A Moroccan wine adventure awaits.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s not often you see a camel in a vineyard, but organic winery&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/morocco-le-domaine-du-val-dargan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Val d\u2019Argan<\/a><\/strong> prefers a more ecological method than tractors: dromedaries, which are one-hump camels. In fact, Goliath, the resident camel &#8216;plower&#8217; can often be spotted among the vines during tours and tastings &#8212; he plows as close as possible to the foot of the vine! After sampling varieties made from grapes from the southern Rh\u00f4ne valley of France, explore the rest of Essaouira, a sleepy seaside village famous for its blue, winding historic town center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See a Castle and Sip at Chillon Castle Winery, Switzerland<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-f4e869e3\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.9\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Av. de Chillon 21, 1820 Veytaux, Switzerland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+41 21 966 89 10\">+41 21 966 89 10<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chillon-castle-winery.jpg\" alt=\"Chillon castle winery\" class=\"wp-image-19518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chillon-castle-winery.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chillon-castle-winery-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chillon-castle-winery-310x224.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Expect to explore ancient cellars, taste exceptional wines nurtured by the unique alpine terroir, and be captivated by the breathtaking views of Lake Geneva at Chillon Castle. A royal wine experience, indeed. Image courtesy Chillon Castle \/ Viator.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Chillon Castle Winery is a glorious embodiment of Swiss winemaking heritage tucked into a breathtaking corner of the world. With the shimmering Lake Geneva as its backdrop and the majestic Swiss Alps watching over like ancient guardians, this winery exudes an almost ethereal charm that&#8217;s guaranteed to steal your heart at first glance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/switzerland\/most-beautiful-swiss-mountain-villages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 Most Beautiful Swiss Mountain Villages to Visit<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step inside, and you&#8217;ll be transported into a world where tradition meets innovation, where the past and present coexist in harmony. At Chillon Castle Winery, they nurture their vines like cherished old tales, each grape soaking in the stories whispered by the centuries-old castle walls. The wines here are a mirror reflecting the winery&#8217;s exceptional terroir &#8211; the delicate interplay of the cool lake breezes, the crisp mountain air, and the unique mineral-rich soil derived from the nearby Alps. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/Montreux\/Chateau-de-Chillon\/d5012-69805P1?pid=P00036374&amp;uid=U00108496&amp;mcid=58086\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Entrance tickets are available ahead of time<\/strong><\/a>, as are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/Geneva\/Day-Trip-to-Montreux-Chaplins-World-Museum-and-Chillon-Castle\/d578-2510KT021?pid=P00036374&amp;uid=U00108496&amp;mcid=58086\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>day trips to Chillon Castle from Montreux<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/europe\/15-most-beautiful-castles-in-europe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Most Beautiful Castles in Europe to Explore<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drink Wine in a Butterfly at Bodega SOMMOS, Spain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-01b32d39\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.4\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>N-240, Km 155, 22300 Barbastro, Huesca, Spain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+34 974 26 99 00\">+34 974 26 99 00<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to sip wine in a butterfly? We mean in a winery <em>shaped<\/em> like a butterfly. <strong><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/bodega-sommos\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bodega SOMMOS<\/a><\/strong>, miles away from the more popular tasting <strong><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/travel-resources\/whats-difference-rioja-spain-sub-regions\/\" target=\"_blank\">regions of Rioja<\/a><\/strong> and Ribera in Spain, is not only shaped like a butterfly, but does everything possible to connect with their environment and surroundings. Their grapes are harvested under moonlight, and their experimental vineyards feature over 70 different grape varieties! The massive steel cubes designed by architect&nbsp;Jes\u00fas Marino Pascual hover around a central artificial lake and you can also tour the vineyards via horseback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Float Amongst the Vines at Siam Winery, Thailand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-022f5083\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.5\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>9\/2 Moo 3 Tumbon Bangtorud Mueang District Samut Sakhon 74000, Thailand<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+66 (0) 3484-5334\">+66 (0) 3484-5334<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Known as a &#8216;floating vineyard,&#8217; <strong><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/siam-winery\/\" target=\"_blank\">Siam Winery<\/a><\/strong> doesn&#8217;t actually float, but just appears to be floating, thanks to the small canals set next to the planted vines. The wines, such as Colombard, <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape-varieties\/syrah-grape-characteristics-shiraz-taste\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Shiraz<\/strong><\/a>, and <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/chenin-blanc\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Chenin Blanc<\/strong><\/a>, were created specifically to pair with spicy Thai cuisine, and we recommend sipping local varieties alongside lemongrass soup or pad Thai. You can also visit their sister vineyard in the stunning Thai countryside &#8212; <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/monsoon-valley-vineyard\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Monsoon Valley Vineyard<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dive for Your Wine, Literally, at Edivo Winery, Croatia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-f16d35c9\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.9\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dra\u010de 18 A Dra\u010de, Pelje\u0161ac, 20246, Croatia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+385 91 612 7229\">+385 91 612 7229<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"463\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/scuba-dive-for-wine-at-edivo-winery.jpg\" alt=\"Scuba diving for wine at Edivo winery\" class=\"wp-image-19519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/scuba-dive-for-wine-at-edivo-winery.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/scuba-dive-for-wine-at-edivo-winery-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/scuba-dive-for-wine-at-edivo-winery-310x191.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Edivo Winery ages their wines underwater at cool temperatures. They also offer the unique experience of diving for these special vessels as part of a tasting experience. Image courtesy Edivo Winery and Paul Cater Deaton.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love diving and wine, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/edivo-underwater-winery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>book a scuba diving tour at Croatia&#8217;s first underwater winery<\/strong><\/a>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/edivo-underwater-winery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Edivo<\/a><\/strong>. Their wines are first aged above ground in amphorae (clay jugs) and then below the water for up to two years. The amphorae are locked into the cages to discourage scuba diving alcohol robbers. It seems like the underwater silence gives a special quality to the wines. Those not wanting to go underwater for their wine can visit the above-ground tasting room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get a Panoramic Experience at Cantine Marisa Cuomo, Italy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-355b776e\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.7\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Via Giambattista Lama, 16\/18, 84010 Furore SA, Italy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+39 089 830348\">+39 089 830348<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/epic-view-of-the-amalfi-coast-at-Cantine-Marisa-Cuomo-Italy.jpg\" alt=\"Cantine Marisa Cuomo, Italy\" class=\"wp-image-19520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/epic-view-of-the-amalfi-coast-at-Cantine-Marisa-Cuomo-Italy.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/epic-view-of-the-amalfi-coast-at-Cantine-Marisa-Cuomo-Italy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/epic-view-of-the-amalfi-coast-at-Cantine-Marisa-Cuomo-Italy-310x207.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The views are pretty much unmatched at Cantine Marisa Cuomo, Italy. Image courtesy Cantine Marisa Cuomo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Situated on the breathtaking Amalfi Coast, a visit to Cantine Marisa Cuomo promises an immersive journey into the heart of Italian winemaking tradition. Renowned for producing wines of exceptional character, the winery lies dramatically nestled in steep cliff faces, overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean. Winetravelers can expect panoramic vistas that will leave them spellbound, as they traverse the vineyards\u2019 terraced slopes and explore the ancient cellars carved directly into the rock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Marisa Cuomo, you&#8217;ll be treated to a comprehensive guided tour detailing the fascinating process of how grapes cultivated on these craggy terrains are transformed into world-class wines. These tours often culminate in a curated tasting session where visitors can savor the distinct notes of the winery&#8217;s award-winning offerings, including the complex and minerally Furore Bianco or the intensely aromatic and structured Costa d\u2019Amalfi Rosso. Add to this the warm Italian hospitality, and it&#8217;s no wonder that a visit to Marisa Cuomo is considered an essential stop on any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/destinations\/italy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Italian wine travel<\/strong><\/a> itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taste Inside a Submarine (Above Water) at Sottomarino Winery, California, USA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-72ce9ff8\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.3\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>485 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, CA 94109<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:(415) 967-4200\">(415) 967-4200<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on San Francisco&#8217;s historical Treasure Island, <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/sottomarinowinery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sottomarino&#8217;s<\/a> tasting room is built inside a very special vessel &#8212; a submarine! You can taste (above water)&nbsp;Italian wines like Pinot Grigio, Primitivo and Muscat Canelli in a decommissioned Naval training facility (once known as the USS Buttercup) all while savoring the gorgeous views of the waterfront and Bay Bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go Volcanic at El Grifo, Canary Islands, Spain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-6bdda36d\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.4\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Carretera, LZ-30, Km 11, 35559 San Bartolom\u00e9, Las Palmas, Spain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+34 928 52 40 36\">+34 928 52 40 36<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/volcanic-el-grifo-winery-canary-islands-winetraveler.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/volcanic-el-grifo-winery-canary-islands-winetraveler.jpg\" alt=\"El Grifo Winery, Vines Grow in Volcanic Soil on the Canary Islands in Spain | Winetraveler.com\" class=\"wp-image-3534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/volcanic-el-grifo-winery-canary-islands-winetraveler.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/volcanic-el-grifo-winery-canary-islands-winetraveler-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/volcanic-el-grifo-winery-canary-islands-winetraveler-310x207.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In the Canary Islands, vintners ingeniously cultivate their vineyards in unique, bowl-shaped hollows dug into the volcanic ash. They line these plantings with porous lava rocks that capture morning dew and nocturnal humidity, providing vital hydration for the vines in this arid terrain. It&#8217;s a testament to human creativity, adapting to the forces of nature to produce sublime wines with a distinct, volcanic character.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s true &#8212;&nbsp; you can grow grapes on a volcano. <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/elgrifo.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\">El Grifo Winery,<\/a>&nbsp;located on the island of Lanzarote in Spain is proof of that. The oldest winery in the Canary islands, three types of wine are produced there from the Malvas\u00eda grape. The grape vines literally grow out of the coarse volcanic ash soil, surrounded by low volcanic stone walls to protect them from wind and dryness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tour a Nuclear Bunker at Chateau Siran, Bordeaux<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-439b4473\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.7\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>13 Avenue du Comte JB de, Av. du Comt\u00e9 Lynch, 33460 Labarde, France<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+33 5 57 88 34 04\">+33 5 57 88 34 04<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The wine at <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/chateausiran.com\/en\/chateau-siran-margaux\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chateau Siran<\/a> is classic, but the tourism experience is quite unusual. You\u2019ll start with a walk-around of historic artifacts. These range from 2,500-year-old amphoras to an eclectic range of Toby Jugs and tonnelets (small pottery barrels) historically used to serve wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/chateau-siran-bordeaux-unique-wineries.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"327\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/chateau-siran-bordeaux-unique-wineries.png\" alt=\"Unique Wineries to visit around the world: Chateau Siran in Bordeaux\" class=\"wp-image-14706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/chateau-siran-bordeaux-unique-wineries.png 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/chateau-siran-bordeaux-unique-wineries-300x196.png 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/chateau-siran-bordeaux-unique-wineries-310x203.png 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Inside the bunker at Chateau Siran. Image courtesy <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/author\/sarah-jp-mccartan\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sarah Phillips<\/a><\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Next up is the nuclear bunker, which was installed to protect the wine library \u2013 and family \u2013 during the cold war, opening (and shutting) its door for the first time in 1980. Visitors enter the bunker through a nuke-proof door made in <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/travel-resources\/wines-switzerland-swiss-wine-regions\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Switzerland<\/strong><\/a> before descending into the 30,000-strong wine cellar. Bottles date back to 1912, so if disaster strikes while you\u2019re in the area, you might have quite a party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On sunny days, you can enjoy a light lunch and bottle of wine on the winery roof, surrounded by vineyards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/france\/30-best-bordeaux-wineries-to-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>30 Top Wineries To Visit For Wine Tasting in Bordeaux: From Famous to Boutique<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go Llama Trekking at Divine Llama Winery, North Carolina<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-aa9460c5\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.6\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>4126 Divine Llama Ln, East Bend, NC 27018<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:(336) 699-2525\">(336) 699-2525<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A two-mile trek with llamas, followed by a wine tasting, might not be the most obvious way to spend a day off, but it is memorable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/best-unique-wineries-to-visit-around-the-world.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/best-unique-wineries-to-visit-around-the-world-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"10 Unique Wineries &amp; Experiences You Must Try Around The World\" class=\"wp-image-14708\" style=\"width:768px;height:512px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/best-unique-wineries-to-visit-around-the-world-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/best-unique-wineries-to-visit-around-the-world-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/best-unique-wineries-to-visit-around-the-world-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/best-unique-wineries-to-visit-around-the-world-310x207.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/best-unique-wineries-to-visit-around-the-world.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aerial perspective of vineyards in North Carolina. Image courtesy <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/author\/greig\/\" target=\"_blank\">Greig Santos-Buch<\/a><\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cIt was an unexpected day of fun\u201d, says Zippy Sandler of Champagne Living Media.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.divinellamavineyards.com\/our-llamas\" target=\"_blank\">Divine Llama winery<\/a> is home to the largest llama farm in the Southeast United States. It also has a winery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cIt&#8217;s nice having a furry companion to keep you company as you walk the beautiful property. Be sure to head to the tasting room for some of the area\u2019s best wines. We were lucky enough to see some baby llamas in the barn. The wide-eyed faces are indelible in my memory,&#8221; Zippy says.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Roam Among Giant Sculptures at Donum Winery, Sonoma<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-e55c1212\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.9\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>24500 Ramal Rd, Sonoma, CA 95476<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:(707) 732-2200\">(707) 732-2200<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a big fan of art? Or a fan of big art? In either case, you might enjoy a trip to <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thedonumestate.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Donum Winery<\/a> in Sonoma, California.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cThere are over 40 giant sculptures placed around the estate by artists including Keith Haring, Tracey Emin and Louise Bourgeois,\u201d says Wine Communicator <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thelondonwinegirl\/\" target=\"_blank\">Charlotte Kristensen<\/a>, who describes the estate\u2019s Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as \u201ctop-class.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Kristensen recommends booking in advance and checking the website to plan which sculptures you\u2019d like to see. \u201cMake sure you get a selfie with Richard Hudson\u2019s \u2018Love Me\u2019 2016, a sculpture of a giant polished steel heart,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/california\/sonoma-itinerary-3-days\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Scenic Sonoma Itinerary: Everything You Need To Know For a 3 Day Trip<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dine-in a Crater at Domaine du Meteore, South of France<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-a01fa646\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.9\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>9 Route d&#8217;Aigues Vives, 34480 Cabrerolles, France<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+33 4 67 90 21 12\">+33 4 67 90 21 12<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10,000 years ago, a meteor landed in Faug\u00e8res in the South of France. It left a large crater. Today, that crater is filled with vines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/domaine-meteore-nocredit.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"287\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/domaine-meteore-nocredit.png\" alt=\"Unique Wineries Around The World: Domaine du Meteore South of France\" class=\"wp-image-14702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/domaine-meteore-nocredit.png 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/domaine-meteore-nocredit-300x172.png 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/domaine-meteore-nocredit-310x178.png 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Guests who visit Domaine du Meteore in the South of France will have the opportunity to dine in a 10,000-year-old meteor crater.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.domainedumeteore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Domaine du Meteore<\/a> now offers dinners (Wednesday \u2013 Saturday evenings) under the stars, deep inside the crater. At lunch, you can collect a picnic and make your way down. Produce is local and fresh, and portion sizes are large. The estate\u2019s refreshing white wines are an ideal accompaniment on a warm day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sleep in Wine Barrels at Quinta da Pacheca, Portugal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-4308b7e6\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.9\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Rua do Rel\u00f3gio do Sol 261, 5100-424 Lamego, Portugal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+351 254 331 229\">+351 254 331 229<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you really want to live, eat, and even sleep wine for a couple of days, consider <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/quinta-da-pacheca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Quinta da Pacheca<\/a><\/strong> in the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wine-region\/douro-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Douro Valley<\/strong><\/a>. Ten converted wine barrels are available as hotel rooms. Each sleeps two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cSleeping in the barrel was quite special, especially when you realize that the bung hole is a skylight over the bed, allowing you to look up at the stars as you fall asleep,\u201d says wine enthusiast John Masserini who visited from Miami.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>But the wine cellar is even better: \u201cIt has an amazing vintage cellar, with a stunning library of single harvest tawny colheitas going back to the \u201860s. The table wines are also fantastic, so join the tasting that includes those,\u201d he suggests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests who arrive around harvest can participate \u2013 including grape-trodding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cPlan your trip WAY in advance,\u201d Masserini suggests. \u201cThere are only 10 barrel rooms and they book up quickly &#8211; especially around harvest.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/fortified-wine\/facts-about-port-wine\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>11 Delicious Facts About Port and Fortified Wine<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reach New Heights at Bodega Colome, Argentina<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-c2129809\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.6\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ruta Provincial 52, Km. 20-Molinos, A4419 Salta, Argentina<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+54 3868 49-4200\">+54 3868 49-4200<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With vines planted at up to 3,111 meters above sea level, <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/bodega-colome\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bodega Colome<\/a><\/strong> in Salta, Argentina, boasts some of the highest vineyards in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Road-to-Colome-credit-jacqueline-.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Road-to-Colome-credit-jacqueline-.jpg\" alt=\"Unique Wineries in Argentina: Bodega Colome\" class=\"wp-image-14704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Road-to-Colome-credit-jacqueline-.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Road-to-Colome-credit-jacqueline--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Road-to-Colome-credit-jacqueline--310x233.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The road to Bodega Colome. Image courtesy <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/author\/jacqueline-coleman\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Jacqueline Coleman<\/strong><\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wine writer <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/author\/jacqueline-coleman\" target=\"_blank\">Jacqueline Coleman<\/a><\/strong> calls it a \u201cmust-see\u201d for adventurous Winetravelers, but notes that getting there isn\u2019t easy: \u201cTo get to the property, you have to drive miles up the mountain on a dirt road after you leave the tiny town of Molinos. You\u2019ll need a good car, lots of water, and perhaps a satellite phone if you want to communicate with the outside world.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But it\u2019s worth the journey. \u201cDriving through Salta is one of the most incredible road trips you can take,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, as well as tasting wine and seeing those high-altitude vineyards, you can visit the James Turrell Museum \u2013 the only museum in the world dedicated to the American artist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/argentina\/5-top-wineries-in-argentina-salta-mendoza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Special Wineries in Argentina You Must Visit<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taste in a Persian Palace at Darioush, Napa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-531be857\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.5\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>4240 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:(707) 257-2345\">(707) 257-2345<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Darioush-Winery-Exterior-columns.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Darioush-Winery-Exterior-columns.jpg\" alt=\"Unique Wineries To Visit: Darioush in Napa\" class=\"wp-image-14703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Darioush-Winery-Exterior-columns.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Darioush-Winery-Exterior-columns-300x239.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Darioush-Winery-Exterior-columns-310x247.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A taste of the exterior at Darioush Winery in Napa. Image courtesy Darioush.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One minute you\u2019re driving down the Silverado trail, surrounded by famous vineyards. The next, you\u2019re stepping into a large Persian palace; cavernous inside, with pillars inside and out. The wines are impressive, too. They will please fans of serious Napa wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darioush.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Darioush<\/a> at sunset and you\u2019ll be rewarded with a silhouette of pillars against a magnificent color palette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/napa-valley\/best-napa-wineries-wine-tasting-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Best Wineries in Napa Valley to Visit This Year<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go Truffle Hunting at Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde, Valpolicella<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-f2cd23b7\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.7\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Localit\u00e0 Gazzo, 4, via gazzo, 4, 37020 Marano di Valpolicella VR, Italy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This experience in Valpolicella, Italy, combines food, wine, and adventure. You\u2019ll start by following a truffle dog through the forests in search of the region\u2019s famous black truffles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cThe hosts are very knowledgeable and welcoming, and the scenery is breathtaking. In early autumn, the colors of nature are amazing\u201d, says Chiara Gomiero of <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/handywineguide.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">handywineguide.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>After hunting for truffles, you won\u2019t have to hunt for your lunch, which will be served alongside <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/tenuta-santa-maria-valverde\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde&#8217;s<\/a><\/strong> Amarone wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/tondonia-credit-jo-lory.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/tondonia-credit-jo-lory.jpeg\" alt=\"Inside the cellars at Lopez de Heredia\" class=\"wp-image-14707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/tondonia-credit-jo-lory.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/tondonia-credit-jo-lory-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/tondonia-credit-jo-lory-310x233.jpeg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Inside the cellars at Lopez de Heredia. Image courtesy Jo Lory.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experience History at Lopez de Heredia in Rioja, Spain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-de35fd98\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.6\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Av. Vizcaya, 3, 26200 Haro, La Rioja, Spain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:+34 941 31 02 44\">+34 941 31 02 44<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/winery\/bodegas-lopez-de-heredia\/\" target=\"_blank\">Lopez de Heredia<\/a><\/strong>, one of Rioja\u2019s oldest wineries, is responsible for making some of the region\u2019s most traditional (and delicious) wines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A visit to the estate is worthwhile, too, according to Master of Wine student Jo Lory. \u201cThe guides are brilliant, and the whole experience, from the founding story to the cobweb and penicillin mold festooned cellars is fascinating and unique.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She says that the El Calado Cellar was a highlight: \u201cIt was excavated by hand out of the ground rock in the 1890s. The longest tunnel stretches over 200m out to the Ebro river, where you pop out of the dark to a view of their Gravonia vineyard.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/spain\/22-best-rioja-wineries-to-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>22 Top Rioja Wineries To Visit on Your Next Trip To Spain<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taste the \u2018Real American Grape\u2019 at Chrysalis Vineyards, Virginia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-star-rating uagb-block-c29a66e3\"><p class=\"uag-star-rating__title\"><strong>Winetraveler Rating:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"uag-star-rating\" title=\"4.1\/5\"><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"uag-star\">\u2605<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>39025 John Mosby Hwy, Middleburg, VA 20117<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:(540) 687-8222\">(540) 687-8222<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/grape\/norton\/\" target=\"_blank\">Norton<\/a><\/strong> is among a minority of grape varieties used to make wine that is indigenous to North America. This is why Jennifer McCloud, owner of <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chrysaliswine.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chrysalis Vineyards<\/a> in Virginia and the world\u2019s largest plantings of Norton, calls it \u201cthe real American grape.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Chrysalis, you can taste it in its many guises: carbonic, off-dry, light, full-bodied and age-worthy \u2013 and even a <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wine-resources\/7-things-to-know-pet-nat-wine-petillant-naturel-ancestral-method\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>pet-nat<\/strong><\/a> (don\u2019t miss that one).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The property also makes its own cheese and has a large pizza oven. So you won\u2019t go hungry during your visit, either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/virginia\/10-top-virginia-wineries-near-washington-dc-day-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Visit Virginia&#8217;s Wine Country: 10 Top Wineries Near Washington DC<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions about Unique Wineries<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-7f002bb3 uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.winetraveler.com\\\/travel-resources\\\/unique-wineries-around-the-world\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What makes a winery unique?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A winery's uniqueness indeed comes from a combination of multiple factors, and a key element is the Winetraveler experience. We believe most importantly that the experiences offered at wineries are what sets them apart. This can involve how wines are presented, paired and tasted, to the location where the experience takes place. Additionally, a winery's location and its environment, or 'terroir', play a significant role. The climate, soil, altitude, and overall geography of the vineyard will shape not only the quality and taste of the wine but also the ambiance and aesthetic of the winery. The same grape variety can produce drastically different wines in different terroirs, which in turn creates a diverse range of visitor experiences.<br><br>Different methods of fermentation, aging, and bottling can greatly affect the flavor and quality of the wine. The winemaking process can also be a fascinating aspect of the visitor's tour experience.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What types of wine do unique wineries produce?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Unique wineries often produce a wide range of fascinating wines, varying from popular varieties to distinctive, lesser-known, or even experimental types. The combination of the winery's terroir, tradition, and innovation plays a significant role in shaping the wine's character.<br><br>The terroir \\u2014 a term encapsulating the region's climate, soil, and topography \\u2014 strongly determines the grape varieties that can thrive and, consequently, the types of wine a winery can create. For instance, the chilly climates of Germany or New York's Finger Lakes region are ideal for generating vibrant, high-acidity white wines like Riesling. Warmer climates, such as Napa Valley in California, are renowned for producing robust, full-bodied reds like Cabernet Sauvignon.<br><br>Tradition also plays a crucial role. Many wineries craft wines that are true to their region's winemaking heritage. For example, the Douro Valley in Portugal is synonymous with fortified Port wines, while Champagne in France is world-renowned for its sparkling wines.<br><br>Many unique wineries are unafraid to experiment. Some explore hybrid varieties or ancient, local grape types that might have fallen out of favor. Others might play around with different winemaking techniques to create unique styles. For instance, 'orange' or 'amber' wines - white wines that are made like reds by leaving the grape skins in contact with the juice during fermentation - are gaining popularity in regions like Friuli in Italy and Georgia.\"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-c8a64f26 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uagb-question\">What makes a winery unique?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>A winery&#8217;s uniqueness indeed comes from a combination of multiple factors, and a key element is the Winetraveler experience. We believe most importantly that the experiences offered at wineries are what sets them apart. This can involve how wines are presented, paired and tasted, to the location where the experience takes place. Additionally, a winery&#8217;s location and its environment, or &#8216;terroir&#8217;, play a significant role. The climate, soil, altitude, and overall geography of the vineyard will shape not only the quality and taste of the wine but also the ambiance and aesthetic of the winery. The same grape variety can produce drastically different wines in different terroirs, which in turn creates a diverse range of visitor experiences.<br><br>Different methods of fermentation, aging, and bottling can greatly affect the flavor and quality of the wine. The winemaking process can also be a fascinating aspect of the visitor&#8217;s tour experience.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-4325e024 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uagb-question\">What types of wine do unique wineries produce?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Unique wineries often produce a wide range of fascinating wines, varying from popular varieties to distinctive, lesser-known, or even experimental types. The combination of the winery&#8217;s terroir, tradition, and innovation plays a significant role in shaping the wine&#8217;s character.<br><br>The terroir \u2014 a term encapsulating the region&#8217;s climate, soil, and topography \u2014 strongly determines the grape varieties that can thrive and, consequently, the types of wine a winery can create. For instance, the chilly climates of Germany or New York&#8217;s Finger Lakes region are ideal for generating vibrant, high-acidity white wines like Riesling. Warmer climates, such as Napa Valley in California, are renowned for producing robust, full-bodied reds like Cabernet Sauvignon.<br><br>Tradition also plays a crucial role. Many wineries craft wines that are true to their region&#8217;s winemaking heritage. For example, the Douro Valley in Portugal is synonymous with fortified Port wines, while Champagne in France is world-renowned for its sparkling wines.<br><br>Many unique wineries are unafraid to experiment. Some explore hybrid varieties or ancient, local grape types that might have fallen out of favor. Others might play around with different winemaking techniques to create unique styles. 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