A Vine to Call Home
From storied estates in the heart of Italy and France to a new project in Chile, now could be a great time to invest in vineyards
Oregon, USA. In southern Oregon’s Applegate Valley, this secluded 13ha property produces 10-12,000 cases of wine a year, and includes a winemaker’s cottage, offices, a winery, two warehouses and a tasting room modelled on a French château, which boasts panoramic views of the surrounding area. Available through christiesrealestate.com
Alentejo, Portugal. Once under the ownership of Portuguese royalty, this estate in the renowned wine region of Alentejo can produce over 200,000 bottles, with room in the cellar for 84 barrels. At its heart of the 80ha of land is a four-bedroom mansion and the property has planning permission for a 23-bedroom wine hotel. Available through christiesrealestate.com
Tuscan Chianti Estate, Italy. Amid the vineyards of the revered wine-producing region, this spectacular estate reaps another harvest - its olive groves producing 150 litres of olive oil per annum - alongside a sumptuous renaissance villa, numerous swimming pools, a private forest and stunning gardens. Available through christiesrealestate.com
Chianti Colli Fiorentini, Italy. In the heart of Chianti country, 40 minutes from Florence, this under renovation villa dates back to 1500 and come with 35 hectares of vineyard, which is capable of producing 1,500 hectolitres of wine a year. Available through christiesrealestate.com
Vines of Mendoza, Chile. A haven for oenophiles, this 600ha winemaking nirvana, situated in the renowned Uco Valley at the foot of the Andes, has a variety of villas and vineyard sections for sale. Available through sphereestates.com