The Kwok family have had a lot to celebrate recently. 2022 was the 25th Bordeaux vintage for owner Peter Kwok, their Chateau Tour Saint Christophe entered the famous Saint Emilion Classification, Emmanuelle Fulchi d’Aligny joined the team as technical director after 25 years at prestigious neighbour Château Angélus and, of course, they won the regional Best of Wine Tourism for accommodation at Château Bellefont-Belcier.
Unique or unconventional gastronomic experiences: Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
Hawke’s Bay Food and Wine Country is the ideal destination to discover a true taste of Aotearoa, New Zealand.
With a reputation as an agricultural and farming powerhouse, Hawke’s Bay delivers an enticing combination of fresh, quality produce as well as passionate producers, artisans and urban restaurateurs who serve up New Zealand’s foremost array of provenance-led, culinary experiences.
Napa Valley’s Unparalleled Gastronomic Experiences
Because Napa Valley is known both for its incredible wine and cuisine, it’s only natural that both wineries and restaurants would seek opportunities to pair them together in new and inventive ways.
The unique chic of chateau entertaining in Bordeaux
From private tables to restaurants or picnics in the park to food trucks, food and wine pairing has never been so much fun in Bordeaux.
Culinary adventures on the historic train
The region of Morges has nothing to envy to the famous MOB, Glacier Express or Bernina Express because it also has its own historic train: the BAM (Bière- Apples-Morges)!
Chateau Réaut, the incredible story of the 700-owners’ winery
Château Reaut, won a Best Of Award for their unique restaurant, the property also has a unique story and a unique approach to ownership.
Family friendly activities in Napa Valley
From hiking miles of trails and kayaking the Napa River to sipping grape juice at family-friendly wineries, picnicking in the vineyards, and private backyard movie nights at luxury resorts — Napa Valley is an ideal destination for families of all sizes and kids of all ages.
Groot Constantia Celebrates 338 Years as South Africa’s Oldest Wine Producing Farm
13 July once again marks a momentous occasion for South African heritage, and in particular, wine, as it celebrates the 338th birthday of Groot Constantia, South Africa’s oldest wine-producing farm that has an uninterrupted record of producing legendary wine #since1685.
Enotourism in Casablanca: A wide range of activities for the whole family
Horseback riding, bird watching, picnics, cooking classes, bicycle tours and walks through grape fields are some of the activities that can be done in the different vineyards that make up the Casablanca Valley, in central Chile. The companies of the Casablanca Valley...
Activities for the whole family in the Douro and Vinho Verde wine regions
Who said that wine tourism is not suitable for kids? Discover entertaining and immersive family experiences in the Douro and Vinho Verde wine regions.
Your Ultimate Guide to Family-Friendly Wine Estates in Cape Town and the Cape Winelands
Parents, we feel you. You’re longing for a relaxing day out, sipping on crisp cultivars, surrounded by rolling vineyards and enjoying a delicious meal at a wine estate. But, what about the kids, right?
Many of Cape Town and the Cape Winelands’ top wine estates cater for children, ensuring you won’t have to worry about entertaining them. Here’s a round-up of kid friendly wine estates in Cape Town and the Cape Winelands, and more of the Western Cape.
Families come in Bordeaux too.
With the summer holidays on the horizon, families have never been more welcome in the vineyards in and around Bordeaux. Although children will not be tasting the wines (but there’s always grape juice), there are plenty of activities designed just for them and others they can share with their parents.