sense of presence and carefree nature. We observe fellow visitors immersed in vineyard experiences and unique activities like learning the art of Sabrage.
wines–a convergence of both old and new flavors along with accouterments of Castelvetrano olives and Marcona almonds.
“We encounter other friendly travelers on our stroll around the expansive yet intimate property, there’s a refreshing sense of presence and carefree nature.”
Continuing on our culinary daydream, we reserve for two at Chef Michael Chiarello’s critically acclaimed Bottega, known for fusing elements Back at our sensory playground, curated spa of Napa Valley and Italy. Our table is abundant experiences await at The Estate Spa. Complete with with traditional family recipes with bold Italian an in-suite soaking tub and fireplace, the treatment flavors along with exemplary wine pairings from room is my personal sanctuary for the hour and I’m the rotating list of both classic and impossible-to- in a trance as the masseuse releases the tension in find wines. Tip: order the Spaghetti alla Sophia my neck and shoulders. Alternating between the Loren, a simple yet memorable dish created sauna, eucalyptus steam room and cold plunges for actress Sophia Loren on her 80th birthday. post-treatment and ending with a warm tea, I’m in a heightened state of presence and rejuvenation. The hotel phone buzzes the next morning, our private Audi transfer arranged by Vintage House is The soothing morning hum of birds slowly lifts us out downstairs for a quick journey to Ashes & Diamonds of a deep rest, and we enjoy our final morning with for a taste of the region’s wine. Our Grand Cuvee hot coffee on the patio. We hop on our bikes to explore flight includes four limited-release single-vineyard the town, stopping at the flourishing vegetable garden
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