The city of Porto has revealed the regional winners of the Best Of Wine Tourism Awards 2026, celebrating excellence and innovation in wine tourism.
Mendoza Celebrates Excellence at the 2026 Best of Wine Tourism Gala
On Friday, September 19th, the province of Mendoza once again became the epicenter of global wine tourism as it hosted the Best of Mendoza’s Wine Tourism Awards, a prestigious event that honors the most outstanding contributions to the region’s thriving enotourism industry. It was a special edition of these Awards as Mendoza also celebrated its 20th Anniversary of being a member of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network.
Bordeaux to Host 25th Great Wine Capitals Annual Conference, Honouring the Network’s Origins
The Great Wine Capitals Global Network will hold its 25th Annual General Conference in Bordeaux, France, from November 2 to 6, 2025. As the founding city of the Network, Bordeaux plays host in this milestone year under the guiding theme “Genesis.”
Celebrating the best in wine tourism – Adelaide
South Australia’s top wine tourism businesses have been celebrated at the 2026 Best Of Wine Tourism Awards, announced on 11 September at the SA Wine Industry Dinner at the National Wine Centre in Adelaide.
Great Wine Capitals Announces 2025–2026 International Research Grant Recipients
The Great Wine Capitals Global Network (GWC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025/2026 International Research Grant, awarded to two outstanding projects that will bring new perspectives to wine tourism strategy, consumer engagement, and destination development. The grants were awarded through a competitive international selection process, recognising academic excellence and practical relevance.
Porto and Bordeaux unite through Art, Wine, and shared Heritage, now with a new mural!
The historic bond between Porto and Bordeaux has now a new expression on the walls of a Bordeaux port warehouse through a striking mural by renowned Portuguese urban artist Godmess, celebrating trade and viticulture.
Best Of Wine Tourism Awards 2026 Winners Announced: Seven Hawke’s Bay winners recognised and nominated for global awards
The winners of the 2026 Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism awards have been announced, recognising seven Hawke’s Bay businesses for their outstanding contributions to wine tourism
Kim Thorp Accepts the Role as Hawke’s Bay Great Wine Capitals Ambassador
Great Wine Capitals Hawke’s Bay is thrilled to announce Kim Thorp as a Great Wine Capitals (GWC) Ambassador for Hawke’s Bay,
Wine industry bursary winners share insights
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.