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Friday Rant: Wine Writers Should Try to Act Like Real People Once in a While
These last few weeks have been a blur to say the least. I started in California for a couple of weeks of catching up with some friends (including a “significant” birthday party) and putting a few miles on the bike. … Continue reading →
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Ohmygod–Part 18: Onto Chinon
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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From Rail to Vineyard: Italy’s Historic Trains Create a New Model for Wine Tourism in Piedmont
Italy is bringing together two of its great traditions – historic rail travel and wine culture – with new autumn services connecting Milan and Turin to the celebrated wine landscapes of Piedmont. In October and November 2026, Fondazione FS Italiane will operate historic trains from Milan to Alba and Turin to Canelli, providing visitors with […] The post From Rail to Vineyard: Italy’s Historic Trains Create a New Model for Wine Tourism in Piedmont appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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My September (2026) Article is Out (And More)!
Well, I have not been keeping up with letting you know about my recent published articles and since that is going to increase over the next few months, this does not bode well. But I will get better. I hope. … Continue reading →
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Uber Wine Taxi Connects Frankfurt with the Rheingau: A New Model for Accessible Wine Tourism
A new partnership between Uber, Frankfurt’s taxi network and leading Rheingau wineries is bringing digitally bookable wine tourism directly to travellers during the 2026 harvest. Wine tourism continues to evolve beyond the traditional tasting-room experience, with transportation, technology and accessibility increasingly becoming part of destination planning. A new initiative in Germany’s Rheingau offers an interesting […] The post Uber Wine Taxi Connects Frankfurt with the Rheingau: A New Model for Accessible Wine Tourism appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Ohmygod–Part 17: Lighting a Cigar. What Could Go Wrong?
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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Virginia Wines Revel in Their Own Judgment of Paris
Virginia Wines on the International StageI first became acquainted with Virginia Wines at Wine Paris in January 2025. When my friend, Frank Morgan, invited me to attend “Old World, New Roots: A Panel Wine Tasting: Virginia vs France” scheduled for the end of June, I was intrigued enough to make my way to Paris. I’m … Continue reading →
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Friday Rant: Wine Storage
Today, I am back in Philadelphia for the return of the big bike race. Yes, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic is back after a ten-year absence and I could not miss it. For years I was, in a sense, the “voice” … Continue reading →
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Ohmygod–Part 16: Wait. I did What?
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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The New Global Wine Tourist
Understanding the Demographics and Travel Trends Reshaping Wine Tourism in 2026 By Liz PalmerAward-Winning Wine Journalist | Global Wine Tourism Strategist Global wine tourism has been undergoing a significant transformation. Once largely centred on affluent wine enthusiasts seeking cellar tours and tastings, the sector now attracts a more diverse visitor. Today’s wine traveller increasingly seeks […] The post The New Global Wine Tourist appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Friday Rant: Yeah, But What About Frozen Tomato Wine?
It has been about a month since my last Friday Rant, otherwise known as “Wine Writing is Going to the Crapper”. Or something like that. I try to scour the interwebs on a regular basis for interesting articles about wine … Continue reading →
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Musgo Wednesday: Wine for the Giro d’Italia, Barolo and Piedmont
“The execution of the laws is more important than the making of them.” –Thomas Jefferson The concept was rather straightforward, but as with most projects in life, it was the execution (or lack thereof) that was the key and, well, … Continue reading →
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Beyond the Tourist Spots: Where and How to Eat Like a Local in Barcelona
Rub elbows with the locals.
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Ohmygod–Part 15: Dinner Conversation. With Ohmygod.
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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Musgo Wednesday: Wine for the Giro d’Italia, Northern Italy
“The execution of the laws is more important than the making of them.” –Thomas Jefferson The concept was rather straightforward, but as with most projects in life, it was the execution (or lack thereof) that was the key and, well, … Continue reading →
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Ohmygod–Part 14: Ohmygod, where is he?
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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Rounding up the Cattleya
There are not many days that go by that I don’t consider myself pretty darned lucky. Over the past fourteen plus years, I have travelled to some spectacular places, met some incredible people, and tasted thousands of wonderful wines. While … Continue reading →
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Ohmygod–Part 13 Wine Tasting with the “Legend”
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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Musgo Wednesday: Wine for the Giro d’Italia from Molise
“The execution of the laws is more important than the making of them.” –Thomas Jefferson The concept was rather straightforward, but as with most projects in life, it was the execution (or lack thereof) that was the key and, well, … Continue reading →
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Ohmygod–Part 12 A Mystery Solved
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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Friday Rant: Cheap Wine and Unbreakable Rules
We start off today’s rant with an article published a year ago or so in TastingTable (side note: for whatever reason [cough], a lot of the articles with which I take umbrage come from this “fine” online source), entitled: “The … Continue reading →
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Ohmygod–Part 11 On the Route to Tours
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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Beyond the Tasting Room: The 10 Trends Redefining International Wine Tourism in Summer 2026
For decades, wine tourism was defined by tasting rooms, cellar doors, and the quality of the wines poured into guests’ glasses. Today, that model is evolving rapidly. The summer of 2026 marks a significant turning point for the global wine tourism industry. While exceptional wines remain the foundation of every successful destination, they are no […] The post Beyond the Tasting Room: The 10 Trends Redefining International Wine Tourism in Summer 2026 appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Driving the Future of Global Wine Tourism: My Participation at ENOWAYS 2026 in the Basque Country
I look forward to and am thrilled to participate in ENOWAYS – International Enotourism Summit 2026, at the invitation of Euskadi – Basque Country on November 23–26. As wine tourism continues to evolve into a strategic driver of economic development, destination branding, and cultural preservation, international forums such as ENOWAYS play an increasingly important role […] The post Driving the Future of Global Wine Tourism: My Participation at ENOWAYS 2026 in the Basque Country appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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