Places Filter: Historic
View In Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/PhZv1nmYyfL8CZGi7
Description: Castello di Amorosa, located in Calistoga, California, is a stunning medieval-style castle and winery that transports visitors to the heart of Tuscany with its authentic architecture, lush vineyards, and award-winning wines. Inspired by 13th-century Italian castles, Castello di Amorosa was meticulously constructed over a period of 15 years, using traditional building techniques and materials imported from Europe. The castle features a host of architectural marvels, including a drawbridge, moat, grand courtyard, and soaring towers, all crafted with remarkable attention to detail. Visitors to Castello di Amorosa can embark on guided tours of the castle, exploring its 107 rooms spread across multiple levels. Highlights of the tour include the Great Hall, adorned with frescoes and antique furnishings, the medieval-style torture chamber, and the impressive wine cellar, which houses oak barrels filled with aging wines. In addition to its architectural splendor, Castello di Amorosa is renowned for its world-class wines, crafted from grapes grown in the surrounding vineyards. Guests can enjoy tastings of a variety of varietals, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sangiovese, in the castle's elegant tasting rooms or outdoor terraces with panoramic views of the Napa Valley.