Welcome to the enchanting world of Mendoza’s wine tourism, where unforgettable experiences await you and your family. Immerse yourself in a plethora of offerings that cater to all ages and preferences, ensuring a delightful adventure for everyone. With over 204 wineries open to tourism across the province, Mendoza proudly presents a diverse array of opportunities to enjoy a family day filled with entertainment and exploration.
Casa David, where Wines and Horses Converge under the Shelter of the Andes Mountains
Situated just 30 minutes away from Mendoza City, Casa David is an enchanting haven where two passions intertwine: wine and horses. Immerse yourself in the meticulously crafted experience offered by its friendly hosts, Rubén David and Andrea Richardi.
Sip, Savour, Save: Grapes for Good Pairs Wine and Wildlife Conservation
Nestled in the picturesque region of Langhorne Creek just an hour from Adelaide, South Australia, a remarkable partnership has blossomed between six leading wine producers and Zoos South Australia (Zoos SA). Launched in November 2021, Grapes for Good is a visionary initiative that aims to support the conservation efforts underway at the nearby Monarto Safari Park. This unique collaboration not only fosters a deep sense of community and environmental stewardship but has also garnered recognition at the 2023 Best Of Wine Tourism Awards by the Great Wine Capitals Global Network.
Bordeaux Fête le Vin 2023 : Enjoy, share, savour and be amazed !
The leading wine-tourism festival – Bordeaux Fête le Vin – is back from 22 to 25 June on the quays of the Garonne, with a preview in restaurants and cultural venues across the Bordeaux metropolitan area from 15 June. Hosted every year, this popular event focuses on promoting the Bordeaux destination through its wines, including organic and responsible productions, its local and artisanal products and its heritage. On the programme: wine, music, culture and sailboats!
Chateau La Tour Blanche sharing a passion
Sauternes is a wine that requires passion, it’s a challenging wine to make and to sell. Luckily for Sauternes lovers, there are passionate producers across the appellation working together to produce and promote these golden wines. Many have already been championed by Best of Wine Tourism awards. Châteaux La Tour Blanche, Lafaurie-Peyraguey, Sigalas-Rabaud, Rabaud-Promis and Rayne Vigneau have all come together to create a circuit for electric scooters through their vines.
Matetic Winery: An innovator at the forefront of sustainable wine tourism practices
Situated in Chile’s Rosario Valley, Matetic Winery is a boutique winery known for its production of cold climate Syrah since 1999. It’s the winery’s steadfast dedication to sustainable wine tourism practices that truly sets it apart, a commitment that recently led the Great Wine Capital Network to name Matetic Winery as the Global Winner for Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices at the 2023 Best Of Wine Tourism Awards.
Hawke’s Bay Wine Region Joining GWCGN
The Hawke’s Bay wine region, supported by the twin cities of Napier and Hastings, located on the stunning east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, has recently been welcomed into the esteemed Great Wine Capitals Global Network, joining other top wine regions such as Bordeaux, Cape Town, and San Francisco-Napa Valley.
BORDEAUX EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF SMART CITY
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.