Nine industry representatives from across South Australia will soon travel across the globe to exchange knowledge with their overseas counterparts, demonstrating the collaborative nature of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network.
The Institute of Masters of Wine announces South Australia as the host of the 11th international symposium
After an incredible four days of tasting, engaging debate and insight from some of the brightest minds in the industry, The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) concluded the 10th international symposium by announcing Adelaide as the next host region for the event, with the symposium heading to South Australia from the 12-15 November 2026.
GWC Launches International Research Grant
The Great Wine Capitals Global Network has unveiled an exciting initiative, the GWC International Research Grant, designed to enhance excellence and innovation in wine tourism research while addressing industry needs. The project will award two grants, each worth €7,500, to applicants who present outstanding academic research with significant practical implications in the field of wine tourism in the GWC regions.
Wine Future 2023: Addressing Challenges, Inspiring Solutions
The Wine Future event, scheduled for November 7th to 9th, 2023, promises to be an enlightening and transformative experience for wine industry professionals and enthusiasts alike. This prestigious conference, held in Coimbra, Portugal, brings together renowned experts, speakers, and influencers to explore the challenges and opportunities facing the wine industry in the modern world.
Hawke’s Bay Wine Region Joining GWCGN
The Hawke’s Bay wine region, supported by the twin cities of Napier and Hastings, located on the stunning east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, has recently been welcomed into the esteemed Great Wine Capitals Global Network, joining other top wine regions such as Bordeaux, Cape Town, and San Francisco-Napa Valley.
Inaugural SA Wine board meeting ushers in new era for wine industry
The new umbrella body for the South African wine and brandy industry, SA Wine, has had its inaugural Board meeting and announced its new CEO. This ushers in a new era for the South African wine industry where the amendment in industry support structures will bring about much-needed improved collaboration and therefore added impact, as well as a more aligned and focused approach which will make this industry more resilient, profitable, and sustainable.
2023 OIV Ampelography course in Chile: Applications are open
For the first time in South America, the new edition of the course will occur from December 4th to 8th after a 33-year gap. During this edition, students will travel to Chile and learn about its wine regions, including Metropolitan, Maule, and Valparaíso.
Wine Tourism Conference 2023
The South African Wine Tourism conference is now in its seventh year and has become a must-attend event for the tourism industry in South Africa and internationally.
Wine & Travel Week Premiere Draws Support from the GWCGN and Tourism Industry Leaders
The 19th edition of Essência do Vinho took place from 20 to 26 February 2023 at Palácio da Bolsa, a national monument in the historic city center of Porto, Portugal. The event marked the premiere of its “Wine & Travel Week”, the first global wine tourism fair supported by the Great Wine Capitals Global Network and involved twenty-eight exhibiting countries.
An Analysis of Wine Tourism in the Western Cape
The objective of the wine tourism report was to assess wine tourism in the Western Cape in 2022.
WINE PARIS & VINEXPO PARIS 2023, AN INTERNATIONAL MILESTONE
Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris returns from 13 to 15 February 2023 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Four months ahead of the 4th edition, Vinexposium is preparing for its cornerstone event, where it aims to enhance the business experience for attendees and resonate with the entire community of wine and spirits professionals.
Control Board of Rioja Designation of Origin Report 2019
The Control Board of the Rioja Designation of Origin has published its Annual Report 2019. Read about their organisation and activities