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.
A history of wine and design in Bordeaux
Bordeaux has history when it comes to designing spaces to share its wines, especially in the Médoc where many of the Chateaux along ‘La Route des Châteaux’ were built to show passers-by their prestige.
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.
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.
Vesúvio & Bomfim Experience: discover two iconic Douro estates in one journey
The Vesúvio & Bomfim Experience brings together two of the Douro Valley’s most iconic wine estates in a single and exclusive journey.
Enjoy Wine Festivals and Events in Bilbao and Rioja
Bilbao and Rioja host wine harvest festivals, wine battles, music events and local celebrations that reflect the region’s wine culture, gastronomy and traditions throughout the year.
How Bordeaux Connects City Life and Wine Country
As La Cité du Vin celebrates its 10th anniversary, Bordeaux’s transformation into a world-class wine tourism destination is more visible than ever. From immersive wine experiences in the city centre to easy access to renowned vineyards by tram and train, discover how Bordeaux is bringing the vineyard and the city closer together than ever before.
Bilbao-Rioja Gathers the Great Wine Capitals to Prepare for the Next Challenges
Bilbao-Rioja brought together representatives from eleven Great Wine Capitals member regions for the 2026 Midterm Meeting, reinforcing its role as a leading wine tourism destination and advancing the network’s shared agenda for international cooperation.
Martell – Contemporary, Culinary Cognac
Martell celebrates the French art de vivre through award-winning Cognac and culinary experiences, from innovative pairings to the exclusive Signature Experience by Chef Alexandre Mazzia.
The Culinary art of Château de Ferrand
Château de Ferrand is no stranger to the Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism Awards as they won their third recognition in 2026.
Smart Wine Tourism in the AI Era: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Wine Tourism Experiences, Marketing, and Customer Engagement
The Great Wine Capitals Global Network hosted a webinar for wine tourism professionals, wineries, destination managers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to explore how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the future of the wine tourism industry in general, and what tools and approaches wine tourism businesses use today in their products and processes.
Best Of Club Bilbao-Rioja: Collaboration and Premium Wine Tourism Take Center Stage
Great Wine Capitals Bilbao-Rioja hosted a new edition of the Best Of Club at Palacios Vinos de Finca in Nalda, La Rioja, gathering industry professionals to explore the future of premium wine tourism and celebrating Bilbao-Rioja’s outstanding track record at the international People’s Choice Awards.