Inside the World's Oldest Wineries

In a world obsessed with the new, there remains something deeply alluring about age—especially when it comes to wine. The quiet strength of a château that has survived wars, revolutions, and centuries of changing palates tells a story far more profound than any label. These historic estates, where the soil has borne vines for a millennium or more, are more than wine producers—they are living testaments to legacy, craftsmanship, and the enduring elegance of tradition. Below, Epicure Vietnam journey through seven of the oldest wine estates in the world—sacred grounds where time ferments as gracefully as the wines they yield.

Women Of The Vine
When Emotion Becomes Wine
There is a quiet poetry in the way women make wine. It begins not with formula or precision, but with a pause - a moment of listening to the land, the wind, and the rhythm of the vines. For generations, winemaking was a stage reserved for men, yet as the years turned and vineyards evolved, women stepped into the light not to compete, but to create. Their wines are not only a product of science or soil, but of intuition, patience, and heart. Each bottle carries a story, a memory, a pulse, a trace of tenderness that lingers long after the last sip.
Franciacorta & Friuli
Italy’s Quiet Wine Escape
While Tuscany remains Italy’s most famous wine destination, its crowded vineyards often eclipse equally magnificent terroirs. For discerning oenophiles seeking authenticity, the rolling hills of Franciacorta and Friuli offer an uncrowded sanctuary of world-class sparkling and white wines, blending rich heritage with refined luxury and serene landscapes.