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Granite Cellar and Timber Tasting Room Enhancing Vineyard Experiences

Author:
Garrett Jones
Granite Cellar and Timber Tasting Room Enhancing Vineyard Experiences

Project in-detail

Constructed with locally-sourced granite and engineered timber, the wine tasting room integrates a central courtyard that enhances connectivity with the surrounding vineyard, serving as a unique venue for wine enthusiasts to engage in sensory experiences.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed with locally-sourced granite, providing thermal mass for wine storage.
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Features extensive glass facades to maximize natural light and vineyard views.
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Incorporates a central courtyard that creates a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces.
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Utilizes engineered timber for structural elements, promoting sustainability.
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Includes a designated wine storage corridor that enhances guest interaction with the collection.
The Monte D’Oiro Wine Tasting Room is an architectural project situated in Alenquer, Portugal. Designed as a space for wine enthusiasts, it serves both functional and experiential purposes by integrating seamlessly with the surrounding vineyard landscape. The project emphasizes the relationship between the building and the natural environment, creating a space that fosters not only wine tasting but also an appreciation of the viticultural process.

The structure comprises two primary areas: the wine cellar and the tasting room. The wine cellar, built using locally-sourced granite, provides a stable environment for wine storage while conveying a sense of permanence and connection to the region's geological history. Adjacent to this is the tasting room, constructed with engineered timber and featuring extensive glass facades. This design facilitates natural light penetration, creating an inviting atmosphere that emphasizes the views of the surrounding vineyards.

The integration of a central courtyard enhances the overall experience. Visitors enter the complex through landscaped pathways that lead seamlessly into this outdoor space, setting the tone for a harmonious engagement with nature. The tasting area accommodates approximately 36 guests and includes a large wooden table, promoting communal interaction during wine sampling.

The design employs unique approaches that distinguish it from other similar projects. The use of dual materials—stone for the cellar and timber for the tasting room—creates a physical and visual contrast that reflects the merging of tradition and modernity. This layered expression of materials not only serves aesthetic purposes but also reinforces the distinct identities of the different functional spaces within the project.

In addition, the wine storage corridor adjacent to the tasting area provides an educational aspect, allowing guests to view the extensive wine collection. This feature supports the project's objective of enriching visitors' understanding of local viticulture while maintaining an engaging and functional ambiance.

The Monte D’Oiro Wine Tasting Room exemplifies a successful architectural endeavor by prioritizing relationship with its context and delivering comprehensive functionality. It stands as an important contribution to the wine tourism landscape of Alenquer. For a deeper exploration of the architectural plans, sections, designs, and ideas that underpin this project, readers are encouraged to review the available project presentation.
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