The magnificent vineyards of the Abadía Retuerta estate extend along the banks of the Duero to the east of Valladolid. A superb, elegantly restored, 12th century abbey, set in a stunning landscape, welcomes its visitors. This cultural treasure of Spain, the soul of this region, has been converted into a hotel with all due respect paid to its 1,000 years of history. Every architectural detail has been immaculately preserved. The monks’ cells are now guestrooms, the chapter house is the lounge bar, and the refectory is now a sumptuous restaurant dining room under a vaulted ceiling in the purest of Gothic styles. A splendid estate with a unique character.