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.
Beyond the Glass: Where Swiss Wine Meets Creativity
From Michelin-starred chefs to local craftsmen and contemporary artists, Swiss wineries are shaping unforgettable encounters. Each glass of wine becomes part of a wider cultural and culinary dialogue.
Boroa Jatetxea- A Culinary Sanctuary in the Basque Heartland
Boroa Jatetxea, a Michelin-starred restaurant near Bilbao, provides a memorable dining experience within a restored 15th-century farmhouse. It’s a must-visit for its innovative Basque cuisine and exceptional Rioja wine cellar.
Artisan Collaborations: where wine and creativity flourish in the Great Wine Capital of Porto
Wine tourism projects are partnering with local artists and artisans to create memorable experiences that connect visitors to the Porto roots
Keeping Bordeaux local, and creative
Discover how Bordeaux wineries partner with local artists, artisans, chefs and creators, offering exhibitions, workshops, concerts and culinary experiences that connect wine, culture and community.
Sip, See, Create: The Art of Wine in Rioja and Bilbao
In Rioja and Bilbao, wine is more than a drink—it’s a celebration of craft and culture. From centuries-old barrel-making and historic ceramics to artisanal textiles and world-class museums like Vivanco, every experience reveals the creativity, tradition, and flavors that shape this remarkable region.
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.
Art on walls and wine – Wonderground Barossa
Wonderground and the Mirus cellar door is a special space where art and wine intertwine, and where visitors are invited to experience the awe and wonder of South Australia’s iconic Barossa wine region through creative expression over a glass of wine.
Castrum Wine Relais
Castrum Wine Relais, a jewel of 18th-century Italian classical architecture, which blends luxury hospitality, art and Valpolicella wine tourism.
Artisan Collaborations in Hawke’s Bay: Where Wine Meets Creativity
Hawke’s Bay, one of the world’s Great Wine Capitals, is celebrated not only for its award-winning wines but also for the way its wineries embrace and champion the arts.
Killka Space, the exquisite art gallery in Salentein Winery
The interior of the well-known and award-winning Salentein Winery holds a corner for art lovers: the Kilka Space, a gallery in which the pairing integrates art, wine, gastronomy and Andean architecture.
Three Centuries of Craft: Weingut Manz Celebrates 300 Years of Winemaking in Rheinhessen
In the heart of Rheinhessen’s rolling vineyard landscape lies Weingut Manz, a family-run winery with roots that reach back to 1725. For eight generations, the Manz family has cultivated vines in and around the village of Weinolsheim, crafting wines that reflect not only the terroir but also the deep care and continuity that define this place.