With a unique combination of traditional and modern elements in an informative exhibition appealing to many senses, “Winzerkeller Ingelheim” near Mainz earned the prize for the Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism Award 2023 in the category “Art and Culture”.
THE WOMEN OF MENDOZA STRENGTHEN ITS WINE INDUSTRY
The World Economic Forum has been measuring the gender gap since 2006 through the Global Gender Gap Index. It benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions (Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment). In 2022 this study included 146 countries. According to the results, there would still be some 132 years to close the gender gap worldwide at the current pace of implementation of measures and actions.
Mendoza, where the city meets the vineyard
In Mendoza you don’t have to travel long distances to change scenery. In just a few minutes, the bustle of the city gives way to the silence of the vineyards, olive groves and the Andes Mountains. This coexistence between the urban and the rural is much more than a geographical characteristic: it is a way of experiencing this destination.
Rioja Wine Tourism Grows Smarter — and Leads Spain’s Wine Destinations
The numbers are in, and they tell a compelling story. According to the Wine Tourism Monitor published by the Regulatory Council of Rioja QDO, wine tourism in Bilbao-Rioja is not just holding steady — it is generating more value, attracting more international visitors, and drawing greater investment than at any previous point in the designation’s history. For wine lovers planning their next trip, the case for Bilbao and Rioja has never been stronger.
South Australia’s recipe of wine, events, and festivals is a winner
South Australia’s abundance of world-class food and wine, coupled with its lively events and festival scene, have long been crowd favourites with national and international guests.
Botanico: From the Orchard to your table, an Ode to Nature
At Botanico, the garden restaurant of Viña Casas del Bosque, the day’s harvest decides the menu. Deep in Chile’s Casablanca Valley, a family winery has turned cool-climate conviction into one of the country’s most quietly captivating tables.
What Wine Tourists Really Want: Insights from Switzerland
Wine tourism has become a powerful driver of regional development. Based on a recent Switzerland Tourism survey, this article explores what today’s wine travellers are looking for, the latest global trends shaping the sector, and why authentic visitor experiences are creating lasting value for wine regions.
A perfect pairing for South Australia’s Bottle Shock
An innovative South Australian wine business is injecting friendly competition into wine tasting, to rave reviews.
Bodegas Ramón Bilbao Shines Through Constant Innovation
Bodegas Ramón Bilbao is breaking the mold of traditional enotourism. Backed by the 2026 Best Of Wine Tourism award, the winery combines interactive 3D mapping, sensory vineyard tours, and WSET-trained hospitality to connect with today’s demanding wine traveler before they even step foot in Haro.
People Behind the Capitals: Kris Larner, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
Every Great Wine Capital is shaped by the people who champion it, and in Hawke’s Bay, few embody that spirit more than Kris Larner.
Maison Gilliard – Sion (Switzerland)
‘Create your own Dôle des Monts’ is an interactive and fun wine tourism experience, conceived at the end of 2023 and officially launched in early 2024. It invites visitors to immerse themselves in the world of Dôle, Valais and the history of Maison Gilliard through an...
Bertani – Wine and cultural experiences
Since 1857, Bertani has been one of the historic custodians of Amarone della Valpolicella Classico.
Beyond the vineyards: how Verona is revolutionizing wine tourism through Digital Innovation
Verona is stepping into the future by positioning itself not only as an experiential destination but as a hub for digital services engineered to support wine tourism ecosystem.
Building a Sustainable Future: Casablanca Valley’s Clean Production Agreement
In Casablanca Valley, collaboration has become as important as the vines themselves. By bringing together wineries, institutions and local communities, the region has turned sustainability into a shared achievement, proving that long-term success is built through partnership, resilience and a common vision for the future.