The architecture of wine.

Using 15 contemporary wineries from around the world as examples, the online magazine ArchDaily recently demonstrated that these buildings are increasingly seen not only as functional facilities for fermentation, storage and distribution, but also as spaces where landscape, materiality and visitor experience come together. From underground cellars hidden beneath fields to sculptural landmarks rising up in rural areas, these buildings shape the identity of wine-growing regions while offering visitors a carefully staged encounter with the production process.

At the intersection of agriculture, tourism and culture, wineries offer architects unique opportunities to combine technical requirements with a spatial narrative, writes the magazine. They must respond to environmental conditions, precisely control temperature and humidity, and integrate into sensitive ecosystems, while also providing spaces for tastings, gatherings and celebrations. As a result, this typology has led to a variety of architectural solutions. Some are rooted in tradition and local craftsmanship, while others explore advanced technologies and contemporary forms.

Archdaily continues: “Beyond production and tasting, wineries often act as mediators between the natural and built environments. Their architecture addresses issues of visibility, topography and material durability, transforming the act of winemaking into a spatial experience. Many of these projects are built into hillsides or carved into rock to ensure stable climatic conditions, while others open dramatically onto the landscape, offering views that reinforce the connection between the product and its place of origin. Whether through subtle integration or bold sculptural forms, each winery defines a different balance between industry and art.

Here we present four selected examples. Read the full article and everything you need to know about the 15 examples of modern wineries here.

The Le Dome Winery / Foster + Partners