Six Senses Douro Valley has just become the first hotel in the Iberian Peninsula to receive certification from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, recognizing and consolidating all its good practices
Porto is paving the way for Smart Cities best practices
Porto has been at the forefront of developing and implementing strategies that can respond to the needs and demands of residents and visitors, offering smarter urban development.
Inaugural SA Wine board meeting ushers in new era for wine industry
The new umbrella body for the South African wine and brandy industry, SA Wine, has had its inaugural Board meeting and announced its new CEO. This ushers in a new era for the South African wine industry where the amendment in industry support structures will bring about much-needed improved collaboration and therefore added impact, as well as a more aligned and focused approach which will make this industry more resilient, profitable, and sustainable.
Wine Varieties found at the tip of Africa
The wine industry in South Africa is undergoing an exciting period of change, both in the vineyard and in the winery. Winemakers are experimenting with new varieties of vine, as well as new clones of existing varietals such as Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. Large-scale experimentation with rootstocks is taking place to establish which planting material is particularly suited to conditions at the Cape, co-ordinated by the Vine Improvement Board.
Vinho Verde is unique in the world, and there is one for every moment!
The Vinho Verde region is diverse and versatile in wine styles and profiles, known for producing not only light and fresh wines, but also complex, structured and mineral wines. It is exclusively produced in northwestern Portugal.
Wine Tourism Conference 2023
The South African Wine Tourism conference is now in its seventh year and has become a must-attend event for the tourism industry in South Africa and internationally.
WOW Porto… Much more than the World Of Wine
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.
Weltevrede Wine Estate
At Weltevrede in the Western Cape, a profusion of plant species thrives, creating a unique terroir for their exceptional wines. Owner and winemaker Phillip Jonker has led Weltevrede to become a premier Chardonnay estate in South Africa, offering captivating underground cellar tours, innovative wine experiences, and delectable wines like Vanilla Chardonnay and Cherrychoc Merlot.