After receiving over forty applications from all across Switzerland, seventeen were nominated at the 2024 Best Of Wine Tourism event. The winners in the different categories are set to be announced on Thursday 26 October on the occasion of the annual meeting of the Great Wine Capitals network, being held in Lausanne for the first time. The jury, chaired by Robert Cramer, is delighted with the projects that have been submitted and is looking forward to the awards ceremony that will take place in the presence of an international audience.
Viti Vini Vici
How does art fit into the public sphere? What is its potential for interaction? Since 1990, with over 120 works, Visarte Vaud has annually explored this relationship through its “Espaces d’une sculpture” (Spaces of a Sculpture) in the canton of Vaud.
FOOD ZÜRICH 2023: the diversity of Vaud wines in Zurich
The wines of the canton of Vaud are invited to Zurich, where a selection of the best wines from the canton will be available for tasting at the FOOD ZÜRICH event. Partner of the event, the Vaud Wines promotion office will be present with exclusive wines.
Wine Town Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch – South Africa’s second oldest town and most inspiring wine, food, art and cultural destination. The scenic Stellenbosch Wine Route is the oldest in the country and one of the most popular destinations for local and international visitors alike.
Service staff : an essential lever for Vaud wines
At the instigation of the State of Vaud in Switzerland, the Vaud wines promotion office, the Changins School and GastroVaud have developed a course dedicated to Vaud wines for service staff. The first pilot session took place on June 19 and July 10, with almost 20 participants.
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.
Groot Constantia Celebrates 338 Years as South Africa’s Oldest Wine Producing Farm
13 July once again marks a momentous occasion for South African heritage, and in particular, wine, as it celebrates the 338th birthday of Groot Constantia, South Africa’s oldest wine-producing farm that has an uninterrupted record of producing legendary wine #since1685.
The Vaud Wines celebrate the union of music and wine once again at the Montreux Jazz Festival 2023
From June 30 to July 15, 2023, Vaud wines will be on display at the Montreux Jazz Festival in an open-air wine cellar. Refreshing, free and accessible to all, the stand offers an exquisite selection of local wines, celebrating the perfect alliance with music.
The Vaud wine selection 2023, a showcase for the Canton of Vaud’s winegrowing treasures
Montreux hosted the Sélection des Vins Vaudois awards ceremony at the Grand Hôtel Suisse Majestic on July 3, 2023. The winners were announced with great enthusiasm, rewarding the passionate commitment of Vaud wine producers and their dedication to excellence.
WINEscape Game
The Cave de la Charrue offers an escape game in the cellars of the domain. Back in 1906, you have 60 minutes to stop the Green Fairy. Will you make it in time?
Eight winemakers test the reusable bottle
They are from Vaud, passionate about their profession, and convinced that a system needs to be created to save glass and reduce sand extraction. Their project is called “Bottle back.”
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.