Come for the WINE, stay for the LIFE

A sommelier's guide to Umbrian wine, the stories behind each bottle & the places that feel like home

Wine

Wine Experiences & Education

Italy's finest pours don't live in tourist brochures they live in family cellars, hilltop estates, and harvest tables. Melisa brings you inside, glass first.

Villa

Lifestyle Real Estate in Italy

Thoughtfully selected homes, vineyards, and lock-and-leave properties for those dreaming of living — or investing — in Italy with clarity and realism.

Retreat

Slow Living & Curated Experiences

No crowds, no itineraries built for tourists. Just small groups, hidden villages, and the unhurried rhythm of central Italy curated by someone who actually lives it.

Hi! Benvenuti! Let’s share a glass!

I’m Melisa, former clinical scientist, certified sommelier, and storyteller of the Italy I inherited and continue to discover.

It started with roots. Following my ancestors back to central Italy, I discovered a world shaped by vineyards, cobblestone towns, and generations of people who have preserved traditions through food, wine, and a slower way of living.

My nonno’s journey back to Italy inspired me to look deeper, because every place has a story, every person carries a story, and every bottle holds a story waiting to be shared.

Through Winedering, I uncover those stories and connect curious travelers, wine lovers, and dreamers with family-owned wineries, authentic experiences, intimate retreats, and places in Italy that feel like home.

Private tastings at family owned small wineries.

Private tastings at family-run wineries, where you sit with winemaker, enjoy their nonna’s seasonal cuisine, share vineyard walks.

The real authentic experience to get to know the story behind the bottle

Wine & Slow Living retreats in Umbria

A slower way to experience Italy.

Our intimate retreats bring together wine, local traditions, meaningful conversations, and the beauty of the Umbrian countryside. From family-owned wineries and shared tables to moments of reflection and connection, each experience is designed to help you discover not only a place, but the stories and people that make it unforgettable.

Vineyards and Villas in Umbria and Tuscany

Private access to a carefully curated selection of Umbrian and Tuscan properties apartments, villas, vineyards, farmhouses, and agriturismos chosen for their authenticity, heritage, and long-term investment potential.

We work directly with local owners, winemakers, and our trusted agency to offer certified listings, off-market opportunities, and personalized guidance throughout every stage of the journey.

From the initial search to negotiations, financing, and closing, our role is to help you navigate the Italian purchase process with clarity and confidence offering insight into local regulations, lending options, and the realities behind each property, so your decision is informed, protected, and aligned with how you want to live.

If you’re a brand looking to partner for a social media or a winery looking to expand your reach within Italy or the US, let’s chat about how we can work together to reach your goals.

Curated winery discoveries, off-market properties, local guides, and retreat openings straight from Umbria, every month.