About 50 representatives from the South Australian wine industry got together to listen to ideas gathered from around the world for growth and innovation in South Australian wine research, viticulture, wine production and wine tourism.
GWC Webinar: Entertainment-Driven Wine Tourism in the New World: Award-Winning Experiences from Australia and New Zealand
New GWC’s webinar explored how wine tourism in New World regions is being transformed through dynamic, entertainment-driven experiences. The session highlighted how top destinations in Australia and New Zealand are redefining the traditional cellar door by blending wine with culture, cuisine, and creativity.
GWC Partners with FINE #WineTourism Marketplace for Its First Italian Edition
Great Wine Capitals is proud to be an official partner of the first-ever FINE #WineTourism Marketplace Italy, an international B2B event exclusively focused on wine tourism. Following its success in Spain, the event is now making its debut in Italy, in the stunning setting of Riva del Garda (Trentino) on October 28–29, 2025.
Mendoza launched its Best Of Wine Tourism Awards 2026
On Wednesday, May 28th, the Tourism Board of Mendoza (EMETUR) and ProMendoza launched the 2026 edition of the Best of Mendoza’s Wine Tourism awards, which rewards the best in wine tourism. This is a very special edition as it marks the 20th Anniversary of Mendoza as member of the global network of the Great Wine Capitals.
Wine tourism is an economic driver of the wine industry in Mendoza.
A study by the Mendoza Tourism Board (EMETUR) and the Argentine Wine Corporation (COVIAR) confirms the expansion of wineries open to tourism, the sustained increase in visitors and the positive impact on the economy.
Global Wine Tourism Report: International Research Collaboration to Deliver Key Insights to the Sector
Wine tourism has seen significant growth over the past decade, emerging as a profitable and dynamic branch of the global wine industry. As a driver of sustainable development, it also plays a key role in diversifying rural economies, creating jobs, and bringing tangible benefits to local communities. It fosters the preservation of cultural and natural heritage, while promoting more responsible and inclusive tourism models.
Great Wine Capitals Launches New E-Book Showcasing Global Excellence in Wine Tourism
The Great Wine Capitals Global Network is proud to announce the launch of GWC e-book, a digital publication that brings together stories of innovation, sustainability, and excellence in wine tourism from across its member cities.
Introducing a New Voice in Fine Wine, Luxury & Global Terroir
Great Wine Capitals is delighted to welcome María Laura Ortiz Chiavetta as a new content contributor to the Network.
Hawke’s Bay rebounds with ‘exceptional vintage’ after cyclone
Sandra Hazlehurst, Mayor of Hastings, New Zealand, tells db about the intensive two-year clean-up the region has undergone following Cyclone Gabrielle, and how Hawke’s Bay is looking at its brightest future yet.
Great Wine Capitals Opens Applications for 2025/2026 International Research Grant
The Great Wine Capitals Global Network (GWC) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2025/2026 International Research Grant. Now in its third year, this initiative supports cutting-edge research that drives innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness in wine tourism.
Webinar: Is Wine Tourism Creating Value for Wineries?
The Great Wine Capitals Global Network hosts quarterly webinars exploring key trends and challenges in wine tourism. The last webinar took place on March 25 and examined how wine tourism influences the management of independent wineries, featuring insights from Claire Lamoureux, a GWC research grant recipient, and real-world perspectives from wineries in Bordeaux and Mainz.
Dionisias Wine Fair 2025: A Celebration of Women and Wine at the Fader Museum
The Dionisias Wine Fair 2025, held on March 1st and 2nd at the Emiliano Guiñazú – Casa Fader Museum in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, was a resounding success. This unique event, dedicated to celebrating women in the wine industry, brought together wine enthusiasts, producers, and artisans in a vibrant atmosphere of culture, gastronomy, and music.