The European Capital of Smart Tourism award recognises cities for their exemplary achievements in tourism in 4 categories: accessibility, sustainability, digitalisation and cultural heritage.
Technology enhances guided tours in the Wine Roads of Mendoza
In a world that revolves rapidly around the generation of digital environments in all areas of human life, Mendoza’s wine tourism is not left out of these dynamics and incorporates new tools that add value to the experiences.
Two wineries are enhancing their guided tours through the application of new technologies: Finca el Paraíso from Luigi Bosca Winery with its Raíces (Roots) Experience, and Caro Winery with VineyAR.
Tres Sabores Winery: Taste Sustainable Terroir of Napa Valley
Being a regional Winner of the Best of Wine Tourism Award in the Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices category, the Tres Sabores estate on Napa Valley Rutherford Bench is home and the backdrop of every stage of owner and winemaker Julie Johnson’s winemaking process.
Château Fleur de Lisse: Organic and Biodynamic Winemaking at the Heart of Bordeaux
The importance of sustainability in Bordeaux’s wine industry has become increasingly evident. The area has faced several environmental issues, such as climate change, soil degradation, and water shortages, prompting winemakers to reassess their approaches and embrace more eco-friendly practices.
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.
Bordeaux Flagship grape varieties
You can find a ‘Bordeaux blend’ all over the world, where ever wine makers harvest Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and perhaps Petit Verdot and Malbec. Blending is the Bordeaux signature, there are single varietal wines here, but they are the exception. Bordeaux blends its whites too, mainly Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon with a touch of Muscadelle.
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.
Bordeaux outdoors adventures – Much More than Wine
Wine tourism isn’t only about tasting wine in dim and dark cellars, or even contemporary ones. It’s also about discovering the natural environment, the terroir, that makes every wine unique.
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.
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.