Every wine lover dreams of owning their own vineyard home, whether it's a classic chateau in France or a modern mansion surrounded by picturesque vines in California. If you fancy running your own winery – or you're just partial to a glass or two – check out these wine estates on the market right now.

This European-style home in St. Helena, California sits on five acres of land and offers panoramic views of the vines all around. Perfect for entertaining, the house is packed full of design features, including the large walnut front doors and the sweeping iron staircase that greets you in the hallway. 

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The property is as impressive inside as it is out. Finished with stylish marble and stone, the home also has wood-panelled French doors and custom wood windows, featuring retractable screens to keep the light out when needed. There's also a separate entertainment building with a natural-stone wine-tasting bar and an 80-inch television.

The spacious house has four bedrooms and four bathrooms. Especially impressive, the master bedroom features an ensuite bathroom with a marble shower, his-and-hers sinks and a sunken bath. It's finished with a walkout balcony that looks out over the vines.

The estate's flagship wine is Cabernet Sauvignon, which is balanced with Merlot and Petit Verdot. The vineyard produces around 750 cases annually and it has also won its fair share of accolades. So, if you want to own an award-winning business, this property might just be for you.

Villa Nove brings a taste of Tuscany to Tennessee. The Italian-style farmhouse is nestled in the Appalachian High Country and is surrounded by panoramic vistas of vineyard-laced hills.

Just as rustic inside as it appears on the outside, the farmhouse has more 5,000 square feet of living space. The impressive woodwork throughout the home was custom made by the current owners, with materials sourced from nearby land.

The perfect mix of old and new, the four-bedroom property also features hand-made maple beams, Italian floor tiles and hand-painted murals. Such is the detail that you'll truly feel as if you've been transported to Italy.

The vineyard produces six different varieties of wine, which are used at the Watauga Lake Winery. The winery is fully equipped for hosting tastings, blending and bottling parties.

Set within 50 acres of land at the foothills of Lamington National Park, the Sarabah Estate Vineyard is located in the Scenic Rim region of Queensland, Australia. With a luxurious main house, olive grove, wine cellar, restaurant and of course, a vineyard, this property has everything an oenophile could need. 

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The main house is nestled within gated grounds, and has an elevated position at the top of the estate. Inside, you'll find high-end finishes and lofty ceilings, plus French country-style decor with pleasing modern touches. The plush family room on the ground floor brings the outside in with its glass bi-fold doors leading out to the grounds.

The main property also has five ensuite bedrooms, which all have access to the rear terraces on the upper level. Meanwhile, the huge rear patio overlooks the pool and landscaped gardens, and is the perfect spot for a sundowner.

Sitting just yards from the house, the vineyard boasts 16 acres of Merlot vines imported from France back in 2004. There are also five acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz vines. Throw in stunning views of the surrounding countryside, and you've got the perfect wine-lover's retreat.

This grand six-bedroom chateau in Saint-Emilion, south-west France, was built during the Hundred Years' War and has been lovingly restored by its current owners. Situated in the middle of stunning countryside, the property also comes complete with a swimming pool and its very own vineyard. 

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The recent restoration kept many of the original features, including the fireplaces, a stone spiral staircase, wooden floors and beamed ceilings. The striking ground floor of the chateau is made up of a large kitchen and dining room (ideal for entertaining) with a stone fireplace and a large sitting room.

Outside, the enclosed gardens offer glorious views of the towering chateau. The space is dotted with blooming flower beds and fruit trees, as well as the 46-foot-long heated swimming pool. It's a dreamy place to while away a sun-drenched afternoon.

The chateau also comes complete with a small winery and a vineyard that covers nearly 10 acres of land. The vines currently have the capacity to produce 10,000 bottles per year, though there's potential for them to be developed and expanded.

This elegant wine-producing estate is located in the Chianti region of Tuscany, just 19 miles from the city of Florence, and has been in the same family since the 1960s. The estate offers the chance to get back to nature, with opportunities for fishing, hiking and horse riding, and is surrounded by nearly 4,000 square feet of hunting reserve.

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The property comprises two separate properties, each in a private location surrounded by a valley. While one is more modern in style, the other has a rustic vibe – though each boast light, bright decor and contemporary furnishings.

It may be in a secluded location in the Tuscan countryside but you won't be short of things to do on this estate. The grounds include a swimming pool, a barbecue area and a games room, and there's also a generously-sized cellar to store wine made from the vineyard.

The farm's main focus has always been wine production with the vineyard proudly making Chianti Rufina, whose vines are generally planted at a higher altitude. You'll also be close to the Chianti 'Wine Road', so you can get out and sample the offerings of other wineries too.

This estate in the Applegate Valley in Southern Oregon has it all. Surrounded by vineyards, mountains and rolling meadows, its crowning jewel is an award-winning winery that produces 3,000 cases of wine per year. 

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Much more than a vineyard, the estate is spread over 250 acres and has 3,300 feet of river frontage. The main residence is accessed via a private bridge and has just over 4,000 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. It also comes with a gourmet kitchen, a media and games room and 600 square feet of outdoor living space to boot.

The second 1,800-square-foot home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms and was remodelled in 2012. It has a Craftsman-style interior and features a country kitchen with granite worktops and stainless-steel appliances.

Spanish grape varietals are grown at the estate's pair of vineyards – the perfect choice for Applegate Valley's climate. The Bean Patch Vineyard was planted in 2008 and has four acres of Tempranillo vines, while the 14-acre Stargazer Vineyard was planted with Tempranillo, Verdejo, Grenache and Graciano vines in 2011.

Fox Creek Ranch in Carmel Valley, California sits in 276 picturesque acres, crowned by a 4,000-square-foot main residence. The house is newly built and has been designed with the outdoors in mind, with wooden and stone flooring throughout, and plenty of vast doors leading to the covered patio area and extensive gardens.

The outdoor swimming pool features a stone patio, a loggia and plenty of greenery. Tucked away in the oak trees, there's also a guest house, which is decked out with oak beams and hickory floors, and has 3,100 square feet of living space.

The estate is not just about the wine, either – it's perfect for horse lovers too. It has a horse barn with nine stalls, a tack room, an office and a laundry room. The barn itself is state-of-the-art, constructed with stacked Montana fieldstone and decorated with iron-capped Australian hardwood.

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The large country kitchen is the heart of the home and is complete with top-of-the-range features, an eat-in dining table and plenty of worktop space. Overall the property has four bedrooms, including the master suite and two guest bedrooms, which are self-contained with their own entrances. 

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The expansive vineyards are spread over six acres and produce both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. Meanwhile, if you fancy a day's escape, the gorgeous beach and many art galleries of Carmel-by-the-sea are just 16 miles away.

This impressive vineyard estate in South Africa's Cape Town is true luxury. The contemporary main house oozes character and charm with its large glass walls that look out over acres of picturesque land.

 

Inside, the modern home has plenty of spacious areas. The most impressive is the living room with its arched two-storey steel-framed windows that run along the length of the house.

The farm has two-and-a-half acres of 30-year-old Chenin Blanc vines, and wine is bottled with the estate's very own Villa Verde label. A further three-and-a-half acres are used to produce Teff hay.

In the Coombsville AVA, the Belle Vue Vineyard Estate sits below the Vaca Mountains and is just minutes away from downtown Napa. The five-acre gated estate comprises of two homes, and, of course, plenty of scenic vines. 

The main property features limestone floors, exposed-beam ceilings and breathtaking vineyard views. An especially great space for entertaining friends and family, the living area wows with its plush sofas, chandelier and cosy fireplace.

Outside, the main property also has a four-car garage, pool house, bocce court, outdoor kitchen and pizza oven. There's even a vegetable garden if you dream of being self-sufficient.

The vineyards consist of three-and-a-half acres of Cabernet vines. You can also head down for a tasting in the 1,000-bottle wine cellar, where you'll find stone walls, a fun mural and some antique-style furniture.  

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