The Chronicle
Latest dispatches
118 results across all types
- news
D.O.C. Luján de Cuyo Showcases Its Terroir Through Science, History and Wine
The first Denomination of Origin in the Americas gathered journalists at Altieri Wines to explore the soils, climate and district identities that define the character of Luján de Cuyo Malbec. The post D.O.C. Luján de Cuyo Showcases Its Terroir Through Science, History and Wine appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Grape Harvest in Rheinhessen: Get Involved Where the Wine Is Made
In Rheinhessen, late summer is slowly beginning to make itself felt: the days are getting shorter and the nights are cooling down to a pleasant 18 degrees. For the region’s winegrowers, this means one thing above all: it will soon be time to head back into the vineyards. Following a summer marked by high temperatures throughout Rheinhessen, the main grape harvest expected to begin as early as the start of September this year. The post Grape Harvest in Rheinhessen: Get Involved Where the Wine Is Made appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Rioja Harvest Insights 2026
An overview of the 2026 Rioja harvest, from production forecasts and the inventory-to-sales ratio to grape prices and the measures adopted by the Rioja Regulatory Board. The post Rioja Harvest Insights 2026 appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Adopt a Garganega Vine: experience the harvest along the Soave Wine Route
Amid volcanic hills, medieval villages and wineries, the association founded in 1999 offers an engaging way to discover the local area. Its flagship project is “Adopt a Garganega Vine”, an experience that takes wine lovers on a journey from vineyard to bottle. The post Adopt a Garganega Vine: experience the harvest along the Soave Wine Route appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Ventozelo Hotel & Quinta – Where the Douro Explains Itself
The road to Ventozelo does not make things easy. From Porto it is the better part of two hours upriver, the final stretch a switchback along the N222 above the left bank of the Douro, where the hills fall away in terraces so steep they look less farmed than sculpted. By the time you reach the gate the estate lies in the parish of Ervedosa do Douro, in the municipality of São João da Pesqueira, you have already absorbed the first thing the place wants to teach you: that the landscape came before the wine and shaped everything that followed. The post Ventozelo Hotel & Quinta – Where the Douro Explains Itself appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Experience the Swiss Grape Harvest: A Hands-On Journey Through the Vineyards
Experience the Swiss grape harvest first-hand. Join local winegrowers, harvest by hand and discover one of Switzerland's most authentic wine tourism experiences. The post Experience the Swiss Grape Harvest: A Hands-On Journey Through the Vineyards appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Les Vignobles de Larose; Big and Beautiful
Five years and 25 million € of investment have transformed Les Vignobles de Larose. This huge property covers four chateaux, three production sites and 255 ha of vines across the Haut Médoc and Saint Estèphe totaling an average production of 1.2 Million bottles a year. The post Les Vignobles de Larose; Big and Beautiful appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Cultivating a Sustainable Destination
Discover how sustainability shapes Valparaíso – Casablanca Valley through innovative wineries, organic gastronomy and restaurants committed to local sourcing. From vineyard to table, the region demonstrates how environmental stewardship, collaboration and a deep respect for its people and landscapes create authentic wine tourism experiences. The post Cultivating a Sustainable Destination appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Equi Wine Tour by Leman Degustation
Experience the seasons aboard a horse-drawn carriage pulled by two horses (walking, trotting or galloping). From November to February, discover the magic of Geneva by night with the fondue carriage, […] The post Equi Wine Tour by Leman Degustation appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Mist, Hills and Wine: A Journey through Casablanca Valley and Valparaíso
Some landscapes resist description. Casablanca Valley is one of them — a place you feel before you understand it, where the Pacific makes itself known not through the view but through the air, the cold, and eventually the wine in your glass. The post Mist, Hills and Wine: A Journey through Casablanca Valley and Valparaíso appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
What Are Wine Travellers Really Looking For?
A weekend in the Douro is more than a wine escape—it is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with authentic Portugal. From the award-winning hospitality of Casa do Santo Wine & Tourism in Provesende to traditional village life, wood-fired bread, local cafés and the remarkable tasting menu at O Forno de Jales, this journey reveals how the future of wine tourism lies in meaningful human connections. Discover why the Douro's landscapes, people and traditions transform simple moments into unforgettable memories. The post What Are Wine Travellers Really Looking For? appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Creating a Home Away from Home: How Hotelier Stefanie Wild Crafts Meaningful Moments of Belonging in Rheinhessen
On its website, the wine hotel Weinzuhause ("wine home") describes itself as "Your home in Rheinhessen." For German speakers, the name is also a play on words: Weinzuhause echoes "mein Zuhause" ("my home"). Located about a 20-minute drive from Mainz, this wine hotel, recipient of the Best of Wine Tourism award 2024, combines hospitality, wine, and the region’s unique way of life. That is precisely the goal of Stefanie Wild, managing director of the hotel: She wants to create a place where guests not only feel welcome but are truly at home. The post Creating a Home Away from Home: How Hotelier Stefanie Wild Crafts Meaningful Moments of Belonging in Rheinhessen appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Napa Valley Is Rewriting the Wine and Hospitality Career Story
Napa Valley’s hospitality sector supports more than 15,000 jobs and pumps more than $2.8 billion into local businesses annually, but the opportunity lies in changing the perception of a service-industry career path. The post Napa Valley Is Rewriting the Wine and Hospitality Career Story appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Mendoza, where the city meets the vineyard
In Mendoza you don't have to travel long distances to change scenery. In just a few minutes, the bustle of the city gives way to the silence of the vineyards, olive groves and the Andes Mountains. This coexistence between the urban and the rural is much more than a geographical characteristic: it is a way of experiencing this destination. The post Mendoza, where the city meets the vineyard appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Rioja Wine Tourism Grows Smarter — and Leads Spain’s Wine Destinations
The numbers are in, and they tell a compelling story. According to the Wine Tourism Monitor published by the Regulatory Council of Rioja QDO, wine tourism in Bilbao-Rioja is not just holding steady — it is generating more value, attracting more international visitors, and drawing greater investment than at any previous point in the designation's history. For wine lovers planning their next trip, the case for Bilbao and Rioja has never been stronger. The post Rioja Wine Tourism Grows Smarter — and Leads Spain’s Wine Destinations appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
A history of wine and design in Bordeaux
Bordeaux has history when it comes to designing spaces to share its wines, especially in the Médoc where many of the Chateaux along ‘La Route des Châteaux’ were built to show passers-by their prestige. The post A history of wine and design in Bordeaux appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
South Australia’s recipe of wine, events, and festivals is a winner
South Australia’s abundance of world-class food and wine, coupled with its lively events and festival scene, have long been crowd favourites with national and international guests. The post South Australia’s recipe of wine, events, and festivals is a winner appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Botanico: From the Orchard to your table, an Ode to Nature
At Botanico, the garden restaurant of Viña Casas del Bosque, the day's harvest decides the menu. Deep in Chile's Casablanca Valley, a family winery has turned cool-climate conviction into one of the country's most quietly captivating tables. The post Botanico: From the Orchard to your table, an Ode to Nature appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
What Wine Tourists Really Want: Insights from Switzerland
Wine tourism has become a powerful driver of regional development. Based on a recent Switzerland Tourism survey, this article explores what today's wine travellers are looking for, the latest global trends shaping the sector, and why authentic visitor experiences are creating lasting value for wine regions. The post What Wine Tourists Really Want: Insights from Switzerland appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
A perfect pairing for South Australia’s Bottle Shock
An innovative South Australian wine business is injecting friendly competition into wine tasting, to rave reviews. The post A perfect pairing for South Australia’s Bottle Shock appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Bodegas Ramón Bilbao Shines Through Constant Innovation
Bodegas Ramón Bilbao is breaking the mold of traditional enotourism. Backed by the 2026 Best Of Wine Tourism award, the winery combines interactive 3D mapping, sensory vineyard tours, and WSET-trained hospitality to connect with today's demanding wine traveler before they even step foot in Haro. The post Bodegas Ramón Bilbao Shines Through Constant Innovation appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
People Behind the Capitals: Kris Larner, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
Every Great Wine Capital is shaped by the people who champion it, and in Hawke’s Bay, few embody that spirit more than Kris Larner. The post People Behind the Capitals: Kris Larner, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Maison Gilliard – Sion (Switzerland)
‘Create your own Dôle des Monts’ is an interactive and fun wine tourism experience, conceived at the end of 2023 and officially launched in early 2024. It invites visitors to […] The post Maison Gilliard – Sion (Switzerland) appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
- news
Bertani – Wine and cultural experiences
Since 1857, Bertani has been one of the historic custodians of Amarone della Valpolicella Classico. The post Bertani – Wine and cultural experiences appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .