The grape escape Vineyard hotels in the UK and overseas
What else presents such an irresistible image of the good life as a vineyard hotel? We’re raising a glass to the hot new openings at home and away, as well as the best experiences to book now
CASA DI LANGA, Cerretto Langhe, Italy
When it comes to wine, starry Tuscany tends to eclipse Italy’s northern Piedmont region. But with the crown comes the crowds, which makes the latter an appealing alternative. So, too, does this new retreat, which lies on the border of UNESCO World Heritage site LangheRoero and Monferrato, revered for its winemaking heritage and prized white truffles. The 39 muted rooms and suites offer sleek Italian design, with furniture by Cassina, B&B Italia, De Padova and Meridiani, and there’s plenty of local stone and raw plaster. But Casa di Langa has a few more tricks up its sleeve. The buildings, inspired by the area’s vernacular architecture, are constructed with heat-storing adobe bricks, and further eco practices include solar panels and using recycled water for the vines. The wine academy, certified by the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, will prove persuasive for budding oenophiles, while the less studious can sign up for a Vespa tour of the vineyards. From around £373 per night (preferredhotels.com).
THE MUTED ROOMS OFFER SLEEK ITALIAN DESIGN, LOCAL STONE AND RAW PLASTER