Borgo San Felice — Winery in Castelnuovo Berardenga

In 1968 San Felice gave birth to the first Super Tuscan in Chianti Classico, Vigorello, and then launched an important research project into native Tuscan grapes with the universities of Florence and Pisa. That led to the rediscovery of Pugnitello, a variety of great value that is now the symbol of one of the house's iconic labels. The medieval village is today an extraordinary hotel, a Relais & Châteaux in Chianti Classico since 1992, its centuries-old charm and history intact in the medieval lanes, loggias and courtyards overlooking the surrounding vineyards. A special tasting in the kitchen garden, under the pergola, surrounded by 150 hectares of Chianti Classico vineyards, with delicious bites by chef Juan Quintero to go with the wines. Fresh air, the scent of roses, birdsong and the taste of wine touch all the senses at once. Bike rides through the Chianti hills, walks along cypress avenues and olive groves, a botanical spa and cellar visits. In the cellars beneath the borgo you can taste the three most celebrated Tuscan denominations: Chianti Classico, Montalcino and Bolgheri. Two restaurants: one with a Michelin star (Poggio Rosso), and one with a rustic, charming atmosphere (Il Palmento). The absolute top wine is the Poggio Rosso Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, a single-vineyard wine that has earned its place among Italy's best. San Felice has three estates: San Felice in Chianti Classico (600 hectares), Campogiovanni in Montalcino and Bell'Aja in Bolgheri.