Caiarossa — Winery in Riparbella

Caiarossa sits high above the Tyrrhenian coast, on the slopes of Riparbella, less than half an hour's drive north of Bolgheri. The estate is owned by the Albada Jelgersma family, who also own Château Giscours and Château du Tertre in Margaux. The fiery red winery grabs your attention on arrival, and fascinates inside too: a vertical, gravity-driven cellar laid out according to feng shui principles. The architecture isn't meant to be symbolic but functional: natural light, optimal temperature control and minimal intervention in the winemaking. Various tastings and tours can be booked; you'll find them on the website.