Alsace, France: The Alsace Wine Route is one of the oldest wine routes in the country. Grape varieties grown in the region include Muscat, Pinot Noir, and Gewurztraminer.
Alsace, France: The route snakes through 70 wine-growing villages, many renowned for their scenic beauty.
Alsace, France: A suitably picturesque place to stay is Petite France, the historic quarter of Strasbourg. Its half-timbered collection of 16th.
Tuscany, Italy: Renowned as home to some of Italy's most cherished appellations including Chianti Classico and Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Tuscany is a wine connoisseur's dream.
Tuscany, Italy: For a highly rewarding wine tour, drive down from Florence to Sienna and Montalcino.
Tuscany, Italy: Florence of course is a treasure trove of Renaissance art and architecture, and goes very will with a fine Tuscan red.
La Rioja, Spain: Exploring the Rioja Alta Wine Route is to discover Spain's wine-making heartland.
La Rioja, Spain: Located in Elciego is one of Spain's most remarkable hotel properties, Marqués de Riscal.
La Rioja, Spain: The region's capital, Logroño, makes an ideal base.
Napa Valley, USA: A celebrated Californian wine country getaway destination, Napa Valley features several family-owned wineries.