Wine Down Experience
Where wine and time slow down together
A private 5 night wine and wellness journey through hidden Umbria, hosted by a local sommelier who opens doors to family wineries, authentic cuisine, and the Italy most travelers never experience.
Why is wine down different from other retreats
The Luxury of Local Access
Wine Down is different because it is created from within Umbria.
As a local sommelier, I personally select the wineries, restaurants, and experiences that reflect the true character of this region.
By working directly with local partners and eliminating unnecessary intermediaries, I can offer an authentic, curated experience at a price that remains accessible without compromising quality.
This is not just a wine trip
Wine Down was created for those who want to experience Italy differently.
Not rushed. Not crowded. Not built around checking places off a list.
Instead, imagine:
Slow mornings overlooking the Umbrian countryside.
Conversations with winemakers who have dedicated generations to their craft.
Long lunches paired with local wines.
Quiet afternoons to relax, explore, or simply enjoy the beauty around you.
The luxury is not in doing more.
The luxury is having the time to truly experience.
Where wine and time slow down together
A five night intimate wine and slow living experience in the heart of Umbria.
Discover the Italy most travelers never see through family owned wineries, authentic local cuisine, peaceful landscapes, and meaningful moments designed around the art of slowing down.
Hosted by a local sommelier, Wine Down invites you to experience Umbria beyond the usual itinerary, connecting you with the people, places, and traditions that make this region truly special.
Limited to a small group of guests to preserve a personal and authentic experience.
Meet your host
Created locally. Hosted personally.
I created Wine Down because I believe the best way to experience Italy is not as a visitor passing through, but as someone welcomed into the rhythm of local life.
As a sommelier living in Umbria, I personally curate each experience, selecting the wineries, restaurants, and hidden gems that represent the true character of this region.
Through years of building relationships with local producers and exploring the landscapes of Umbria, I open doors to experiences that are difficult to discover on your own.
Wine Down is an invitation to experience the Italy I know and love.
This is my invitation for you to:
pause without guilt
drink wine with intention
experience Italy slowly
rest in a way that feels grown, grounded, and nourishing
The Experience
Private, intentional visits with small winemakers
Guided tastings rooted in place, not performance
Long vineyard lunches with lake and countryside views
Gentle meditation and grounding practices
Spa time, nature, silence, and unscheduled afternoons
A small, mixed group of like-minded guests
Who it’s for
Wine Down Retreat is for people who’ve lived full lives and are now choosing to live more slowly, even if just for a few days.
For travelers who are looking for more than a vacation.
For wine lovers who want to understand the stories behind the bottle.
For couples looking to celebrate a special moment together.
For solo travelers seeking connection and meaningful experiences.
For those who appreciate authentic culture, beautiful places, and a slower pace of life.
For anyone who believes the best memories are created when there is time to truly be present.
Your Home in Umbria
Wine Down With Us, limited to a small intentional group
5 Days in the Tuscan hills
Wine Down Retreat is an intimate, restorative wine experience designed to slow down, relax, enjoy no packed agendas, no overcrowded towns.
Set in a lakeview resort and spa in the Umbrian countryside, this five-night retreat invites you to unplug from urgency and reconnect with rhythm through intentional wine experiences, private winemaker visits, gentle meditation, and unstructured time to simply be.
Wine Down With Us, limited to a small intentional group
Join us Sep 20-25
Begin your wine down!
What’s Included
5 nights at boutique hotel and SPA accommodation in the border of Tuscany and Umbria, with full lakeview, available only to our group
Daily breakfast
Mindset work and meditation sessions
Family-owned, private winery visits and tastings
Umbrian historical town visits
1 Private winery sunset lakeview fairwell dinner
Four course dinners including sommelier wine tasting
Italian-English-Spanish speaking local guide
Private Transportation
Transportation to/from Rome airport
What’s Not
Flights
Individual massage &. spa therapy sessions
Drinksoutside the villa
Alcoholic beverages during aperitivo time
Travel Insurance
Your Investment €2,000
Single occupancy
Your Questions, Answered
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Wine Down Retreat is for people who’ve lived full lives — and are now choosing to live more slowly, even if just for a few days. Wine lovers. Wine Professionals. Creatives. Couples or solo travelers. All welcome.Nothing forced.
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Melisa is a local expert and sommelier and all the places we visit in this retreat are real hidden gems that we are able to access due to local community connections. Additionally we will not be visiting tourist traps or overcrowded towns as this does not help for content creation.
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You can pack comfortable clothing for masterclass and town or vineyard visits as well as outfits for your photoshoots. Sunscreen is a smart idea as well and apetite for learning, good food, great wine and success!
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The trip can be paid credit card or wire transfer and a deposit is needed at time of booking to save and confirm your spot.
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Deposits and final payments are non-refundable unless the trip is cancelled due to not meeting quota.
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We do require proof of travel insurance together with final payment and we recommend this one to include trip cancellation, medical emergencies, and medical evacuation. We are happy to assist you with getting a quote and booking the insurance.
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Melisa speaks fully Italian, English and Spanish to ensure you feel connected and understand all wine tastings and converstations or activities.
Save your trip, limited spots available.
