If Part l explored the icons, Part ll turns toward places where wine spas feel almost monastic, deeply rooted in land, tradition, and quiet luxury. These destinations reward slow travel and reflective itineraries, making them especially compelling the first few months of the new year!
From the Douro Valley to Burgundy and Sonoma, these wine spas prove that wellness doesn’t need reinvention, only intention.
6. Quinta da Pacheca – Douro Valley, Portugal
Why it’s unforgettable
Red wine baths, barrel-shaped suites, and sweeping river valley views define this historic estate.
Why January, February and even March works
The Douro is hushed and atmospheric, ideal for contemplation and unhurried indulgence.
Recommended January–March
3 night itinerary
A cozy three‑night winter retreat featuring wine‑infused spa rituals (including a red wine bath), private wine and port cellar tastings, and quiet walks along the terraced Douro. Firelit evenings and a gentle river cruise create a warm, restorative start to the year.
Website: https://www.quintadapacheca.com
7. Herdade da Malhadinha Nova – Alentejo, Portugal
Why Herdade da Malhadinha Nova is distinctive
This is a design-forward estate that emphasizes sustainability, privacy, and holistic wellness within its vineyards and olive groves.
Why are January, February and March ideal
Cool temperatures and golden winter light make outdoor walks and spa time especially restorative.
Recommended January–April
3 night itinerary
A serene early‑year escape blending botanical spa treatments, horseback rides through open countryside, and farm‑to‑table dining. Hands‑on culinary sessions and sunset vineyard moments bring softness and creativity to the three‑night stay.
Website: https://malhadinhanova.com
8. Castillo Monasterio Valbuena – Ribera del Duero, Spain
Why is Castillo Monasterio Valbuena remarkable
A 12th-century monastery transformed into a wine spa where thermal waters echo centuries of contemplation.
Why the winter months enhance this wine estate
Winter amplifies the sense of history and solitude.
Recommended January–April
3 night itinerary
A tranquil winter wellness retreat with thermal‑circuit relaxation, Tempranillo‑based vinotherapy, and guided visits to top Ribera del Duero bodegas. Monastery quietude and riverfront strolls set a deeply calming rhythm.
Website: https://www.castillomonasteriovalbuena.com
9. Hotel Le Cep Spa — Beaune, Burgundy, France
Why does Hotel Le Cep Spa belong on this list
There are three good reasons: Pinot Noir-based treatments in the intellectual heart of Burgundy, and steps from legendary cellars.
Why are the winter months perfect
Burgundy becomes introspective, offering meaningful tastings without distraction.
Recommended January–April
3 night itinerary
A refined three‑night immersion in Burgundy’s winter charm, centered on personalized spa rituals (including a grape-extract facial), intimate tastings at historic domains, and wandering Beaune’s medieval streets. A sophisticated, slow‑paced seasonal escape.
Website: https://www.hotel-lecep.com
10. Kenwood Inn & Spa — Sonoma, California, USA
Why it endures
A Mediterranean-inspired retreat offering quiet luxury in Sonoma’s rolling hills.
Why the early months of the year deliver
Cool air, empty tasting rooms, and a slower pace define wine country at its most authentic.
Recommended January–April
3 night itinerary
A gentle winter‑into‑spring retreat offering vineyard‑sourced treatments, heated outdoor pools, and private tastings at boutique Sonoma wineries. Sunlit terraces and scenic valley drives add relaxed California warmth to the stay.
Website: https://www.kenwoodinn.com
Wine spas represent a shift in wine tourism, from consumption to connection, from indulgence to balance. The first months of the year and particularly January, with its emphasis on renewal, is when these destinations feel most honest and most powerful.
Taken together, these ten wine spas show how wellness and wine culture can coexist beautifully – rooted in place, shaped by tradition, and designed for travelers who value depth over display.
Your January 2026 reset begins here!
