The European Capital of Smart Tourism award recognises cities for their exemplary achievements in tourism in 4 categories: accessibility, sustainability, digitalisation and cultural heritage.
La Vigne: The Swiss Wine Therapy You Need
Nestled in the beautiful hills of Chexbres, Lausanne, La Vigne is a luxurious establishment offering unique and innovative wine lovers therapy and awarded the Best Of Wine Tourism prize. But it’s not just about the wine; it’s also about sustainability and responsible tourism. No wonder La Vigne was awarded the prestigious Best Of Wine Tourism Award for Sustainable Wine Tourism practices.
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.
The wine stars of Rheinhessen
Geographical conditions and personal preferences make certain grape varieties the stars of their region. Here are the wine stars of Rheinhessen!
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.
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.
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!
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.
The woman behind the Portuguese Wine Tourism Association
Maria João de Almeida, passionate and involved in the world of wines for several years, currently chairs the Portuguese Wine Tourism Association (APENO). She has built a remarkable path in the sector.
Women in wine
You will find many women in wine in Rheinhessen. All of them are talented and special in their own way. May we introduce you to three of them?
CHÂTEAU LE GRAND VERDUS
2023 Best Of Wine Tourism winner in the category “Architecture & Landscapes”.
Château Le Grand Verdus is a large vineyard, covering 120 hectares of vines in the heart of the rolling hills of the Entre Deux Mers.
Mainz and Rheinhessen – a small piece of paradise
What makes a region an attractive wine tourism destination? Mainz | Rheinhessen is one of many examples. Learn more about what the “land of thousand hills” and the capital of Rhineland-Palatinate can offer here.