WOW started out by exploring the world of wines, in a place historically linked to port wine. However, the potential was so great that it expanded to include sectors such as Fashion, Chocolate, the History of the city of Porto, temporary exhibitions and countless restaurants.
Rioja Wineries Feature Impressive Works of Art
A tour of some of Rioja’s Best Of Wine Tourism winners for Art and Culture.
Rheinhessen – much more than just wine
Concerts, theatre, art exhibitions – Rheinhessen wineries offer much more than just wine! Visitors can choose from a variety of experiences. Here are three recommendations.
A cellar full of winegrowers’ stories
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”.
HALL Family Wines – A Napa Valley Institution
HALL Family Wines, a Regional Best Of Wine Tourism Award winner in the Art & Culture category, produces high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel under the HALL, WALT, and BACA brands in Napa Valley. Owned by Craig and Kathryn Hall, the winery produces artisan wines that express the unique and diverse character of the wine country’s soils and climates through meticulous diligence in the vineyards and throughout the winemaking process.
DELAMAIN COGNAC – From artisan to art.
Delamain is a venerable ‘maison’. For over 200 years, nine generations of the family have guided this Cognac house towards the 21st century.
South Australia – A perfect blend of wine and culture
South Australia’s wine regions are not just known for their world-class wines, but also for their rich cultural heritage and thriving art scenes. From the rolling hills of the Barossa to the seaside charm of McLaren Vale, and the wide expanses of the Riverland, these regions offer a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences that are sure to captivate any traveller.
Cultural gatherings in the Cape Winelands
Wine is more than just a product. It has the ability to bring people together. Wine is a celebration and coming together of people. We’ve put together a list of gatherings around wine
Wine and culture in Rheinhessen
Enjoying a glass of wine is certainly a culture itself. However, pairing it with new ideas and concepts can enhance the experience even further. Let’s take a look at some examples from Rheinhessen!
MENDOZA CELEBRATES WINE WITH A UNIQUE SHOW
Mendoza is home to the largest wine industry in Argentina and celebrates the grape harvest in a big way. This is the origin of its almost hundred-year-old National Harvest Festival, a cultural event with artistic characteristics of international prestige.
Culture and agriculture – wine and art in the Bordeaux vineyard
Bordeaux wine chateaux are the perfect venue for artistic and cultural events. They offer great spaces to welcome cultural events and the cellars, both ancient and modern, have perfect acoustics for music. There are several organisations that take advantage of these venues by offering programmes of events throughout the region.
Marqués de Murrieta: Traditional Rioja Winery with Modern Sophistication
Global winner in Best of Wine Tourism’s Architecture & Landscape category, the story of Marqués de Murrieta, the tireless pursuit of perfection, is a tale of family, history, and a passion for wine. Founded in 1852 by Don Luciano Murrieta, the Riojan winery was created with the intention of producing a high-quality wine that would last over time and could be exported outside of Spain. Don Luciano’s dream was realized when his mythical 1852 vintage was sent to countries such as Mexico and Cuba, making it the first Rioja wine to be exported.