Borgo Gradisciutta is nestled in the rolling Collio hills on the Gorizia border. It's a secret gem in which old traditions blend with contemporary hospitality. It's not an accommodation. It's a tale to experience. Picture yourself waking to the soft hues of morning breaking over vineyards tended with love by generations. This is where sophistication and authenticity blend to provide an unforgettable experience for travelers looking for the best in life.
Once a 1500s cluster of buildings Borgo Gradisciutta has been lovingly redeveloped under Robert Princic's vision. It is now a restored rural village that greets visitors with hospitality style and respect for the past. Every corner is a whisper of history. Every vista an invitation to reflection.
A Gateway to Nova Gorica and Gorizia
As Gorizia and Nova Gorica get ready to celebrate their status as the 2025 European Capital of Culture Borgo Gradisciutta is the perfect base to discover this lively area. A mere few minutes away from the center of Gorizia but surrounded by the peace of nature the property provides guests with a unique combination of proximity and isolation.
Throughout 2025 the twin cities will be presenting events, exhibitions and performances designed to showcase their rich culture and future dynamism. Visitors can wander through art exhibitions walk through open-air concerts or attend forums that debate the region as a crossroads between Italy and Slovenia. For those who want to be in the middle of this cultural resurgence but still have a peaceful spot to retreat to each evening Borgo Gradisciutta remains the undisputed choice.
Elevated Comfort with Authentic Origins
Hospitality at Borgo Gradisciutta is characterized by character and care. The resort has nine tastefully restored rooms and three apartments with fully equipped independent kitchens. Each and every detail reflects the deep tradition of Collio. Interior design and furniture take a cue from local culture and yet each room is intimate and cozy.
The visitors immediately see that this is not a sterile new hotel but a living, breathing reflection of Friulian culture. Restoration respects original materials and layout, but introduces thoughtful additions to increase contemporary comfort. The outcome is an experience that is deeply personal and truly unique.
Surrounded by Nature and Vineyard Heritage
Surrounded by rolling vineyards Borgo Gradisciutta is a stunning setting. Those vineyards have been thoughtfully tended for years with a focus on the health of the ecosystem and sustainability. The outcome is a series of upscale organic wines that have gained recognition far beyond Italy's borders.
Guests can sample this heritage firsthand on wine tastings of Gradisciutta wines led by knowledgeable hosts. Trained guides recount the history of the property and craft of winemaking to make each tasting an odyssey of discovery. Walking through rows of vines with the fresh scents of Collio in their lungs guests are reminded of the ancient bond between man and soil. It's a celebration of slow living and deliberate appreciation.
Personalized Experiences for the Curious Traveler
Borgo Gradisciutta aims to be more than a pretty face. It is designed to entice and enchant. Visitors have a range of customized experiences that tap into the essence and identity of the area to choose from.
One of the highlights is the chance to make a personalized bottle of Collio Bianco through the Crea il tuo Collio Bianco experience. This interactive experience allows visitors to mix their own white wine with the help of local winemakers and have a truly special souvenir to take away with them. It is a memory bottled to be opened and enjoyed.
Others who desire peace can picnic among the vineyards or visit the Nature bathing formula a process that leads to active engagement with the landscape's sounds scents and vistas. Gastronomic courses acquaint guests with the gastronomic heritage of the cuisine of Central Europe employing local ingredients and turning them into unforgettable meals. Even in September tourists have the opportunity to accompany the Gradisciutta team on an educational grape harvest a special invitation to participate in the art and work of winemaking.
Art Culture and Cross-Border Cooperation
The story of Borgo Gradisciutta is also inextricably linked with the wider cultural narrative of the region. To mark the beginning of Gorizia and Nova Gorica's year as European Capital of Culture on 24 January 2025 one of four monument steles created by renowned Friulian sculptor Giorgio Celiberti was erected in front of the winery. It was not just a symbolic gesture. It was a union celebration and a celebration of optimism for the future.
At the inauguration Robert Princic and Matjaž Četrtič presented Sinefini a cross-border wine initiative conceived out of passion and respect for the land. Sinefini honors Ribolla Gialla and Rumena Rebula as symbolic grape varieties of Collio and Brda that merge Italian and Slovenian traditions in each bottle. This partnership has yielded sparkling wines as symbolic as they are tasty reflecting the spirit of cooperation that characterizes the area.
Among the cultural activities scheduled for GO 2025 is the Ars Sine Finibus project. This ambitious project converts the vineyards of Collio and Brda into an open-air museum where art and nature combine with history. Designed through a joint effort by Galleria MAG of Como Studio Giorgio Celiberti and wineries across the border Ars Sine Finibus will be a journey in which the landscape itself is elevated as a work of art.
A Place to Welcome the Future
As the area looks forward to an absolutely outstanding year Borgo Gradisciutta stands ready to receive guests who wish to be a part of it all. It is a property where traditions are respected but never repressed where change is born out of a sense of respect for the past and where each guest is encouraged to feel at home. Aside from the festivities and celebrations Borgo Gradisciutta presents something ageless. An opportunity to unwind enjoy superb wines stroll through countryside that has remained unchanged for centuries and learn about a culture that is proud open-minded and inviting. For tourists looking for an experience as rich in meaning as in comfort Borgo Gradisciutta is not just a place. It is an invitation to live well to learn deeply and to be a part of a story still to be written.
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