Tenuta Castello di Morcote

Winery · Vico Morcote

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Looking For an Italian Lakeside Retreat Without the Crowds? Head to This Gorgeous European Alternative

"Set against the backdrop of its natural beauty, Ticino is also renowned for its winemaking, with nearly 80 percent of the canton’s vineyards devoted to merlot grapes. One of the region's premier wineries is Tenuta Castello di Morcote, a 150-hectare estate known for its organic and biodynamic vineyards, olive groves, and a historic castle dating back to 1100. Managed by the Gianini family for four generations, the winery has earned a distinguished reputation for its rosé, chardonnay, and unique white merlot wines. In addition to sampling the vineyard’s exceptional wines, travelers can enrich their experience by participating in special events like wine dinners and staying at the family’s luxurious boutique hotel, Relais Castello di Morcote, elegantly housed in a former convent." - Taryn White Taryn White Taryn White is a D.C.-based travel writer who covers a wide range of topics, including family travel, hotels, food, aviation, beaches, historical and cultural topics, and wellness travel. She can ofte

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