Design Tips | Homes Inspired by Your Favorite Glass of Wine
Finding parallels between your favorite glass of wine and gorgeous Sotheby's International Realty properties is much easier than you would think. When enjoying a glass of wine, one can experience an array of flavors and smells along with the terroir of where the grapes were grown, allowing the sipper to be transported to that region through their senses. From the rolling hills and volcanic soils of California’s Napa Valley, to the freshwater lakes and the glacial soils of Michigan vineyards, there are a variety of nuances to sip and discover as you move through the country.
Want to merge the touches of a vineyard to the inside of your home? Combine the two by capturing light, focusing on tradition, and creating relaxation. Read on to discover five wine-worthy homes from popular vineyard locales throughout the United States. Once you’ve settled on a bottle, sit back and raise a toast to National Drink Wine Day.
Powell Butte, Oregon
8055 SW Powell Butte Highway, Powell Butte, Oregon, 97753 United States
If you’ve ever caught yourself daydreaming about an iconic and unmatched getaway near the Cascade Mountains, this sophisticated ranch in Oregon is the destination you’re seeking. This expansive and thoughtfully designed floor plan features materials sourced from the property itself. Decompress from everyday life with the many details and features that line every room inside this home. Sit back, relax, and drink a glass of Pinot Noir from Native Flora while you gaze out at the beautiful scenery. Both slip down with ease and have an underlying richness that will leave you satisfied for years to come. Native Flora is a privately owned vineyard and estate hidden high in the famed Dundee Hills in Oregon. Founded in 2005, the winery produces premium estate wines in limited quantities for people who enjoy great wine, a good laugh, natural beauty and a more personal wine experience.
Oregon is known for Pinot Noir.
The heart of the Oregon wine industry lies in the Willamette Valley, and has a similar latitude and climate as Burgundy. With high acidity and medium-body, Oregon Pinot is more finely boned than California Pinot, and displays a wide, aromatic range of flavors including strawberry, raspberry, delicate floral notes, and earthier notes like mushroom and truffle. Pinot Noir first made its way to this picturesque region in 1959.
Design Tip:
Focus on opportunities to capture light in your home. Think about the way light illuminates your glass of your favorite vino, and let your imagination soar!
Southhampton, New York
Southampton, New York, 11968 United States
This show-stopping estate in South Hampton is a magnificent masterpiece. Offering original and authentic details that have been preserved, this property offers it all to a potential buyer. This home pairs perfectly with a bottle of Vintage Port from Brotherhood, America’s Oldest Winery. The history of this winery local to New York, dates back to John Jaques, a cobbler by trade, who began growing native grapes in the backyard of his Washingtonville, NY store as early as 1824. This vineyard has a long history and depth to the craft, with a collection of wines fit for any wine enthusiast.
Explore Port in the Hudson Valley.
The birthplace of America's first wine region since 1609, the Hudson Valley is one of the most complex geological regions of the world. The Hudson River itself is a tidal estuary, responsible for glacial deposits of shale, slate, schist, and limestone in the soil throughout the region. These factors help create a mixture of soil ripe for producing fresh and approachable ports, a dessert wine that tends to be sweeter and more alcoholic than regular table wines.
Design Tip:
An easy way to add architectural detail to your home is by ensuring there's contrast throughout it. By adding detail, depth is created and brings attention to particular features in the space.
Fredericksburg, Texas
4900 Goehmann Lane, Fredericksburg, Texas, 78624 United States
Texas Hill Country is one of the most desired areas in Texas to explore when searching for the perfect vineyard. This magical home in Fredericksburg, Texas truly has it all. Spend your day horseback riding on 73-acres or in the brand-new covered riding arena. The land this property is located on has been tested, allowing for grape production to have your very own winery. We’d pair this home with a glass of Lemonscato from local Fredericksburg winery Cross Mountain Vineyards. As crisp as a summer day, enjoy this bottle poolside while you imagine the endless possibilities that are available in Fredericksburg. Cross Mountain Vineyards brings Italy to Fredericksburg, Texas. Grown, vinted and bottled in the Italian countryside, they produce artisan, small batch, Italian wines. These wines, once only available in Italy, have been carefully curated and are exclusively available in this winery’s tasting room.
Sample Artisan Moscato in Texas Hill Country.
The Texas Hill Country covers a vast amount of space, just west of Austin and San Antonio, Texas. Although varied, this area is littered with rocky and mineral-rich soils. The intense heat produces wine grapes capable of tossing around big tannins and a huge presence. If you’re in the mood for something with a bold mineral profile, look to Moscatos.
Design Tip:
Take time to create relaxation and calmness in your home. We recommend adding fresh flowers or plants in kitchen areas.
Napa, California
1135 Monticello Road, Napa, California, 94558 United States
Both a bottle of Red Blend from Ackerman Estate and this expansive gated property is a blend of glorious style and sophistication. Located on over 12 acres in superb wine country, this property is surrounded by your very own Chardonnay and Cabernet vineyards. Enjoy a glass of red blend, while you create your very own in this home. If that leaves you wanting more, explore the many other vineyards and restaurants available at your fingertips in Napa, such as Ackerman Estate. This vineyard provides a curated experience with world-class wines, rich history, and a curated culinary affair at one of the most unique offerings in the beautiful Napa Valley.
See Red in Napa Valley.
Napa’s Mediterranean climate, varied landscapes, and volcanic materials make it one of the most fertile soils on the planet. Given the diversity of soils and microclimates, even vineyards side by side can make very different wines. Cabernet Sauvignon is grown throughout the Napa Valley, but the full-bodied and riper styles of the wine are grown on the valley floor.
Design Tip:
Utilize color to bring in aspects of your favorite glass of wine. A deep red sectional, colored wall, or decor item, will capture attention and add richness to any room.
Lyndon Twp, Michigan
14625 Edgewater Dr, Lyndon Twp, Michigan, 48137 United States
Huge character and presence describe not only a bottle of Abrazo from Sandhill Crane Vineyards but also this exquisite Nantucket style home surrounded by two gorgeous lakes in Michigan. A one-of-a-kind property that is bright and cheery, just like sipping a glass of Abrazo. Both unbeatable and simply stunning. Imagine a cozy night in or a sunny, summer day on the lake. Sandhill Crane Vineyards produces all of their wines in house and with locally sourced Michigan fruit. Perfect for your Michigan getaway, and travel itinerary to the Midwest.
Try a Blend in Michigan Wine Region.
The most important facet of terroir in Michigan is Lake Michigan. The finest wines are made where the weather isn’t too cold or too warm. The lake moderates our temperatures, keeping vines cool in summer and creating the lake effect snow protecting them in winter. This leads to crisp whites and acidic reds, making it a great place to red blend.
Design Tip:
Whether you’re inspired by a glass of Cabernet, or Chardonnay, deciding on a paint color can truly capture your favorite wine and set the mood for an entire room.
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