Wine and hospitality: five summer addresses for wine enthusiasts

The common thread is the relationship with the territory , told through the vineyards , the cellar , relaxation and food and wine .

LA SUBIDA, COLLIO: RESTAURANT AND ROOMS IN THE WOODS OF THE SIRK FAMILY

In the heart of the Collio Friulano region, the Sirk family's La Subida has been combining dining and hospitality for decades in a hamlet nestled in the woods, complemented by a winery run by Mitja Sirk. Trattoria Al Cacciatore , a Michelin star since 2007, led by chef Alessandro Gavagna, offers contemporary cuisine centered around game, seasonal vegetables, and local producers. Osteria La Preda offers a more informal setting, complete with a wine shop and a selection of over 150 wines from Collio and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. For those looking to extend their stay, the Borgo offers cottages and residences, designed for two people or small families, nestled in the woods and conceived for a slow-paced stay, far from the hustle and bustle of the city.

THE ANCIENT OAK, CONEGLIANO: TASTINGS AMONG THE VINEYARDS AND THE NEW HOSPITALITY OF LA GHIANDAIA

In Scomigo di Conegliano, in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage hills , L'Antica Quercia manages 30 hectares of land, 20 of which are vineyards, with a keen eye for sustainability . The winery produces approximately 90,000 bottles a year, including Colfondo and Prosecco Conegliano Valdobbiadene . Summer is the perfect time for a traditional wine tourism experience, with walks through the vineyards and tastings on the farm. This is complemented by the new La Ghiandaia Farmhouse hospitality project: an early 20th-century farmhouse, renovated with recycled materials and overlooking the vineyards, which offers eight panoramic rooms and a wellness area with a sauna, Turkish bath, and outdoor hot tubs.

FATTORIA SARDI, LUCCA: RESTAURANT AND FARMHOUSE AMONG VINEYARDS AND OLIVE GROVES

Between the Apennines and the Tyrrhenian Sea, about five kilometers from the center of Lucca , Fattoria Sardi cultivates 45 hectares of organic and biodynamic farming, 18 of which are vineyards. Since 2021, the farm has hosted Ristoro , a farm-to-table restaurant project led by chef Damiano Donati , featuring a strongly plant-based cuisine based on garden vegetables and seasonal ingredients. The farm is open in the evenings from Wednesday to Sunday during the summer months. The farm's hospitality extends across the agriturismo 's seven apartments with swimming pools, converted from the old farmers' dwelling, and the 18th-century Villa Renaissance : a stay that includes vineyard tours, tastings, and the opportunity to spend summer days by the pool, farmyard, and vineyards.

AVIGNONESI, MONTEPULCIANO: TASTINGS AT THE HISTORIC LE CAPEZZINE ESTATE

In the Valdichiana area near Siena , just a stone's throw from Montepulciano, Le Capezzine di Avignonesi is open all summer with a program of experiences designed for different levels of immersion: from guided walks through the vineyards and historic cellars with tastings , to cooking classes , and gourmet lunches paired with the estate's finest wines. Furthermore, every Friday and Saturday, Le Capezzine opens a panoramic space usually closed to the public for aperitivo time, where you can enjoy the sunset with a glass of wine, music, and tastings of typical products.

AMPELEIA, MAREMMA: TASTINGS, VINEYARDS, AND CELLAR

In Roccatederighi, in Tuscany's Alta Maremma , Ampeleia cultivates 35 of its 120 hectares using biodynamic methods. The company has a newly designed tasting room and wine shop , where you can sample the company's full range of wines with views stretching as far as Giglio Island, Elba, and Corsica. Tastings are accompanied by walks through the woods and vineyards, cellar tours, and cooking classes . The experience can be completed with a tasting menu prepared with ingredients from the company's garden and local Maremma producers.