From established names who have led and continue to lead the field of wine tourism to the younger generation experimenting with new technology and labels, Bordeaux has no shortage of trail blazers across wine making, sustainability, tourism and innovation. Here are a few worth following
Quinta Do Bomfim: Hospitality and Heritage Blend in Award-Winning Wine Tourism
Amidst the rolling hills and verdant vineyards of the Douro Valley, Quinta do Bomfim has emerged as a shining star of sustainable and captivating wine tourism. This historic estate, recently awarded the Global Winner for Porto in the 20th edition of the Best Of Wine Tourism Awards 2024, offers an experience that transcends mere wine tastings and delves into the heart of Portuguese culture and heritage.
Great Wine Capitals Global Network Research Grant – Year Two Now Open for Applications
Building on the success of its inaugural year, the Great Wine Capitals Global Network is excited to announce the second year of its dedicated Research Grant. This program continues to champion excellence and innovation in wine tourism by supporting impactful research in this vibrant sector. The grant underlines GWC’s commitment to fostering academic collaboration among the 12 distinguished wine capitals worldwide.
Mentoring the future of wine
This year sees the third edition of The Bordeaux Mentor Week, an initiative created by journalist Jane Anson and wine trade consultant Chinedu Rita Rosa. Their aim is to increase diversity, equity and inclusion in the wine trade, a business that may seem inaccessible for young people without insider contacts.
Hawke’s Bay wine industry major palliative care funder
Major funding is delivered to the Hawke’s Bay’s palliative care service, Cranford Hospice, every year thanks to the generosity of the region’s wine industry.
BAM La Voie des Sens – Train du Vigneron: Pioneering Sustainable Wine Tourism in the Scenic Vineyards of Lausanne
Hidden within the breathtaking vineyards of Lausanne, Switzerland, you’ll find BAM La Voie des Sens – Train du Vigneron. This trailblazing wine tourism experience has recently swept across global headlines, thanks to its unique and sustainable approach. The venture offers a delightful blend of history and gastronomy – a memorable train journey that pairs mouthwatering gourmet meals with local wines. Its efforts have not gone unnoticed, as it was recently crowned the Global Winner at the Best Of Wine Tourism Awards, an event orchestrated by the respected Great Wine Capitals Global Network.
Château Mauvinon – One for the birds in Saint Emilion
Château Mauvinon or the apology of slow tourism – A new Best Of Wine Tourism location in Bordeaux that you must discover !
Great Wine Capitals Celebrates the Success of Wine and Travel Week 2024
The Great Wine Capitals Global Network proudly participated in the highly anticipated Wine and Travel Week 2024, which took place in Porto from 18th to 25th February. This annual event, set against the backdrop of one of the world’s most beautiful wine regions, showcased the vibrant intersection of wine culture and tourism, highlighting the global community’s passion for wine.
Porto Best Of Wine Tourism 2024 Awards presented at the iconic Casa da Música
Porto Best Of Wine Tourism 2024 Awards were presented at the iconic Casa da Música, celebrating the best wine tourism projects across different categories in the region.
Sustainable Wine Tourism at Grgich Hills
Embark on a viticultural journey with Grgich Hills Winery as we delve into their groundbreaking sustainable practices, from organic and biodynamic farming to achieving Regenerative Organic Certification, shaping a future where wine, environment, and community harmoniously thrive in Napa Valley.
Mendoza deals with climate change exploring higher altitudes
Although climate change currently affects all wine regions in the world, each of them adopts different strategies to confront it.
Some have chosen to implement new varieties that are better adapted to the new climatic conditions, while others, like Mendoza, which have a larger territorial area, are exploring new latitudes and technologies to adapt to the changes.
Château Castera
Château Castera has a long history of culture, it’s not surprising then that they have once again won the Best Of Wine Tourism Award for Art and Culture in 2024, a prize they already championed in 2018.