An ever-increasing number of Adelaide, South Australia’s wine businesses are collaborating with local First Nations peoples, seeking to honour their connection to Country and recognise their role as Australia’s First Farmers.
A 100% accessible wine tourism experience at the foot of the Andes
Mendoza -as one of the Great Wine Capitals and with 205 wineries open to tourism- offers countless experiences in all its wine-growing areas.
On this occasion we traveled to the Uco Valley to discover a fully accessible tour of the impressive Diamandes winery. To evaluate it in first person, we invited the Mendoza influencer Naty Acevedo, who has a long journey auditing tourism sites and circuits in which inclusion is assured for people with motor disabilities. She is a true activist for accessibility and also a lover of life and wine.
Hawke’s Bay wine industry, there for everyone
Known for its sun-drenched vineyards and picturesque landscapes, Hawke’s Bay New Zealand’s Great Wine Capital, has evolved into a vibrant hub of wine tourism that can be enjoyed by anyone and gives back to its own community.
Social inclusion through wine tourism activities
In the city of Porto, the Douro and Vinhos Verdes regions, there are several examples of projects and initiatives in wine tourism companies that promote inclusion and an awareness to equal opportunities.
V d’Or Award for ambitious and responsible wine business initiatives
Recognizing excellence in the realms of business innovation, responsibility, and collaboration, the V d’Or Awards, orchestrated by Vinexposium, annually bestow prestigious “V d’Or” trophies upon the most ambitious ventures. Don’t miss the opportunity and apply by October 1, 2023, to participate in this esteemed wine award competition.
Adelaide, South Australia announces Knowledge Exchange recipients
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.
Declared of Provincial Tourism Interest, Dionisias Wine Fair brought together more than 1,500 people
Dionisias is the wine fair in Mendoza that highlights the work of female wine makers.
On its second edition, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Mendoza presented the organizers with a recognition for their contribution to tourism and for the concept of this fair.
Château Bellefont-Belcier : A stay in an 18th century property in Bordeaux
The Kwok family have had a lot to celebrate recently. 2022 was the 25th Bordeaux vintage for owner Peter Kwok, their Chateau Tour Saint Christophe entered the famous Saint Emilion Classification, Emmanuelle Fulchi d’Aligny joined the team as technical director after 25 years at prestigious neighbour Château Angélus and, of course, they won the regional Best of Wine Tourism for accommodation at Château Bellefont-Belcier.
Gala in Mendoza to award the excellence in wine tourism
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Great Wine Capitals (GWC) awarded local companies that stand out in excellence, good practices and innovation in wine tourism. The gala took place yesterday, Tuesday, September 12th, at the Angel Bustelo Auditorium. Mendoza is part of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network since 2005 and there were 40 applications in this edition. The gold winners of the Best Of Mendoza’s Wine Tourism 2024, this year will compete, on October 26, in the city of Lausanne, Switzerland, for the international award at the GWC Annual Assembly.
Bodega Anaia: Seamless Blend of Architecture and Landscape
In the world of wine tourism, every element plays a vital role in creating an unforgettable experience for visitors. From the taste of the wines to the beauty of the surroundings, wineries constantly strive to provide a complete and immersive journey for wine enthusiasts. Bodega Anaia, a distinguished winery located in a picturesque corner of the wine world, has recently earned the coveted honour of the 2023 Best Of Wine Tourism Awards for Architecture and Landscape.
Experience Swiss Oenotourism in an innovative way: Polysensory Tasting
When we think of wine tasting, we often envision a sensory experience that involves sight, smell, and taste. But what if I told you to close your eyes, put on a headset, and let your senses guide you through an immersive wine adventure?
The swiss nominees for Best Of Wine Tourism 2024 are Revealed!
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.