In a world that celebrates speed, it takes courage to slow down. To stop multitasking and start noticing. To pour a glass of wine and truly taste it. Here in Marlborough, where the air smells of vines and sea breeze, Winefulness was born as an invitation to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the moment in your glass.
Winefulness is not just about what is in the glass or bottle. It is about how you experience it, with all your senses awake and your mind at ease.
“I created SauvignOM to bring together the two worlds that have shaped my life: mindfulness and wine. Both remind us to be present, curious, and joyful. When we combine them, something truly magical happens”
Gucci Achatz, Founder of Sauvignom
What is Winefulness?
Winefulness is the art of mindful sipping. It is tasting not to judge but to experience. It is the moment when you notice sunlight dancing in your glass or the story that a single aroma tells. It turns a simple act into a full-bodied moment of presence.
At SauvignOM, our winefulness events are designed to do just that. We blend gentle mindfulness practices with the pleasure of wine to help you find balance between awareness and enjoyment. It is not about being serious or restrained. It is about curiosity, connection, and a quiet kind of joy that lingers long after the last sip.
Wine & Mindfulness – an unusual pairing
Mindfulness and winemaking share the same heartbeat: patience, presence, and respect for nature’s rhythm. When you are in a wine region, surrounded by rolling vines and open skies, it is easy to feel that connection. Each breath of fresh air and each flicker of light on the grape leaves become reminders that life moves best when it is not rushed.
When we slow down, we notice more. The first swirl of aroma, the texture of the glass in your hand, the sound of laughter between friends. These small details are what turn a tasting into an experience of wellbeing. They are the essence of wine and wellbeing.
“Slow living with wine is not about indulgence. It is about appreciation. It is about balance. The vineyard becomes a reminder of what life teaches us every season: growth, stillness, and joy come from nurturing what matters.”
Gucci Achatz, Founder of Sauvignom
Experience it for yourself
SauvignOM offers winefulness events and wellbeing retreats across Marlborough and beyond. Whether you join us for a mindful wine workshop among the vines, a weekend retreat, or a private celebration with friends, each experience invites you to pause and savour.
On Cloud Vine
Yin Yoga, nature and wine in harmony at Clos Henri
