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Of Wine and Image
Let me warn you upfront – I’m not sure what this post will be about. Will probably end up with a loose collection of thoughts, most likely a bunch of random incoherent nonsense. A lame attempt at conscious analysis of the subconscious. So if you got something better to do (I’m sure you have), you […]
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Wine Tourism in Bordeaux: From Data to Innovation
On 30 October 2025, Bordeaux hosted the Best of Wine Tourism Conference, on the theme “Wine Tourism – the rules (of the game) have changed”. It was organised as part of the Bordeaux Best of Wine Tourism Club, a forum of 60 members, including past and present award winners, who benchmark, exchange and learn as collaborators, not competitors. The post Wine Tourism in Bordeaux: From Data to Innovation appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Lefevre Lucie11 viewswine-storiesartificial-intelligencebest-of-wine-tourismbordeauxconferencewine-tourism - news
From Scrolling to Strolling
A journey can begin with a simple search, a place on a map or a story that sparks curiosity. Discover how digital platforms are opening new ways to explore Porto, Douro and Vinho Verde, turning inspiration on a screen into experiences beyond it. The post From Scrolling to Strolling appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Paulo Sérgio Ribeiro Sousa Rocha13 viewswine-storiesbest-of-wine-tourismdigital-innovationdigital-toolsdourogreat-wine-capitals - news
Glamping: when Wine Tourism goes glamorous. The Glamp House by Val di Venere
The Val di Venere estate in Verona elevates wine tourism through luxury glamping with its award-winning "Glamp House" residences, offering immersive nature stays and authentic local tastings. The post Glamping: when Wine Tourism goes glamorous. The Glamp House by Val di Venere appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Elisa Goffredo11 viewswine-storiesaccomodationbest-of-2027best-of-wine-tourismlocal-winnerorganic-viticulture - news
From Wine to Hospitality: Building the Talent Behind Bilbao and Rioja Wine Tourism Future
From SAVIA's new sommelier school to the EDA Drinks & Wine Campus rising in Laguardia, Bilbao-Rioja is rethinking Rioja wine tourism training. Wineries and restaurants here now want people who can pour, explain, sell and switch languages, and the region is starting to train them. The post From Wine to Hospitality: Building the Talent Behind Bilbao and Rioja Wine Tourism Future appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Liz Aldayturriaga7 viewswine-storiesbilbao-riojagreat-wine-capitalsrioja-wine-academyuniversitieswine-schools - news
From Smartphone to Vineyard: How Digital Innovation Is Enhancing Swiss Wine Tourism
Discover how digital tools are transforming Swiss wine tourism, making experiences easier to discover, more interactive and accessible to international visitors. The post From Smartphone to Vineyard: How Digital Innovation Is Enhancing Swiss Wine Tourism appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Lucille MESOT8 viewswine-storiesdigital-innovationdigital-toolsgreat-wine-capitalslavauxswiss-wine - news
Mendoza: A Destination to Experience with All Five Senses
Some places are visited. Others stay with you long after you leave. Mendoza, at the foot of the majestic Andes Mountains, belongs firmly to the latter category. A land of world-renowned wines, extraordinary landscapes, vibrant gastronomy and genuine hospitality, Mendoza offers visitors far more than a wine tourism experience. It is a destination best discovered through all the senses. The post Mendoza: A Destination to Experience with All Five Senses appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Carolina Suarez10 viewswine-storieshotelsmendozamichelin-starsrestaurantsunique-mendoza - news
The Business of Wine Tourism: What Hawke’s Bay’s Numbers Tell Us
The Great Wine Capitals International Conference in Hawke's Bay is a chance for the whole network to compare notes on turning wine tourism's undeniable demand into durable regional value. The post The Business of Wine Tourism: What Hawke’s Bay’s Numbers Tell Us appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Rachel Campbell13 viewswine-storieshawke-s-baywine-tourism - news
The Business of Wine Tourism: What Hawke’s Bay’s Numbers Tell Us
The Great Wine Capitals International Conference in Hawke's Bay is a chance for the whole network to compare notes on turning wine tourism's undeniable demand into durable regional value. The post The Business of Wine Tourism: What Hawke’s Bay’s Numbers Tell Us appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Rachel Campbell11 viewswine-storieshawke-s-baywine-tourism - news
As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together
Rheinhessen is celebrating 210 years – and looking firmly towards the future. Across wine, tourism, gastronomy, culture and business, new forms of collaboration are helping to connect the region’s many strengths. From a dedicated Wine Tourism Manager to quality initiatives and a shared tourism strategy, 2026 marks an important step towards a stronger, more connected wine tourism destination. The post As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by ekneib15 viewswine-stories - news
As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together
Rheinhessen is celebrating 210 years – and looking firmly towards the future. Across wine, tourism, gastronomy, culture and business, new forms of collaboration are helping to connect the region’s many strengths. From a dedicated Wine Tourism Manager to quality initiatives and a shared tourism strategy, 2026 marks an important step towards a stronger, more connected wine tourism destination. The post As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by ekneib12 viewswine-stories2026collaborationmainz-rheinhessenwinewine-tourism - news
Sustainability in Action: Regional Strategies Making a Real Impact
Collective and innovative sustainable strategies are making a real impact in Bordeaux Innovation and sustainability are working hand in hand across the vineyards of Bordeaux, with research institutions supporting the region as it rises to the challenges of climate, market and societal change. The post Sustainability in Action: Regional Strategies Making a Real Impact appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Lefevre Lucie21 viewswine-storiesbest-of-wine-tourismbordeauxgreat-wine-capitalssustainability - news
Sustainability in Action: Regional Strategies Making a Real Impact
Collective and innovative sustainable strategies are making a real impact in Bordeaux Innovation and sustainability are working hand in hand across the vineyards of Bordeaux, with research institutions supporting the region as it rises to the challenges of climate, market and societal change. The post Sustainability in Action: Regional Strategies Making a Real Impact appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Lefevre Lucie11 viewswine-storiesbest-of-wine-tourismbordeauxgreat-wine-capitalssustainability - news
Porto: Follow the Wine Home
In Porto, wine is often where the journey begins. Follow it from the city to the Douro and Vinho Verde, where labels become landscapes, vineyards and stories, before returning to the city with a new understanding of what lies behind the glass. The post Porto: Follow the Wine Home appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Paulo Sérgio Ribeiro Sousa Rocha19 viewswine-storiesbest-of-wine-tourismdourogreat-wine-capitalsportovinhos-verdes - news
Porto: Follow the Wine Home
In Porto, wine is often where the journey begins. Follow it from the city to the Douro and Vinho Verde, where labels become landscapes, vineyards and stories, before returning to the city with a new understanding of what lies behind the glass. The post Porto: Follow the Wine Home appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Paulo Sérgio Ribeiro Sousa Rocha8 viewswine-storiesbest-of-wine-tourismdourogreat-wine-capitalsportovinhos-verdes - news
Climate and Weather Patterns in Rioja
Rioja’s climate is shaped by its position in the Ebro River valley, between the Cantabrian Mountains to the north and the Demanda and Cameros ranges to the south. Within this relatively compact territory, changing air flows, rainfall patterns, sunlight and elevation create a mosaic of vineyard conditions across Rioja Alta, Rioja Alavesa and Rioja Oriental. The post Climate and Weather Patterns in Rioja appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Tom Perry16 viewswine-storiesclimate-changegreat-wine-capitalsmitigating-climate-change-in-riojariojasustainability - news
Climate and Weather Patterns in Rioja
Rioja’s climate is shaped by its position in the Ebro River valley, between the Cantabrian Mountains to the north and the Demanda and Cameros ranges to the south. Within this relatively compact territory, changing air flows, rainfall patterns, sunlight and elevation create a mosaic of vineyard conditions across Rioja Alta, Rioja Alavesa and Rioja Oriental. The post Climate and Weather Patterns in Rioja appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Tom Perry14 viewswine-storiesclimate-changegreat-wine-capitalsmitigating-climate-change-in-riojariojasustainability - news
Mendoza: Gastronomy as a Gateway to Place
Some destinations are understood through their landscapes. Others through their history, architecture, or cultural landmarks. Mendoza offers something deeper: a destination that can be discovered through its flavors. The post Mendoza: Gastronomy as a Gateway to Place appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Carolina Suarez10 viewswine-stories - news
Beyond the Bottle: Training the Next Generation of Wine Professionals
How can education prepare the next generation for the changing wine industry? Changins’ International Summer University takes students across leading European wine regions to explore how wine tourism, customer experience and new business models can create new opportunities for wineries and future wine professionals. The post Beyond the Bottle: Training the Next Generation of Wine Professionals appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Lucille MESOT11 viewswine-storieschanginsfuture-workforceinternational-collaborationlausanneswitzerland - news
Parties and people, the Bordeaux Harvest Experience
Bordeaux châteaux remain open for business during busy harvest time, some properties positively encourage visitors to come and participate in the creation and the celebration of a new vintage. The post Parties and people, the Bordeaux Harvest Experience appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Lefevre Lucie21 viewswine-storiesbest-of-wine-tourismbordeauxeventsgreat-wine-capitalsharvest - news
How to Experience Harvest Season in Porto and the Region
The harvest season is an invitation for one of the most intense and deeply rooted experiences in the wine regions of the Douro and Vinhos Verdes. The post How to Experience Harvest Season in Porto and the Region appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Jorge Alas15 viewswine-storiesbestofwinetourismdourodouro-valleygrape-harvestgreatwinecapitals - news
Building a Seamless Wine Tourism Journey in Hawke’s Bay
As a member of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network, Hawke's Bay brings a genuinely different offering to the table: an intimate, walkable, and rideable wine region where the boundary between city sophistication and rural authenticity has all but disappeared. The post Building a Seamless Wine Tourism Journey in Hawke’s Bay appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Rachel Campbell19 viewswine-storieshawke-s-baywine-tourism - 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 .
by Carolina Suarez17 viewswine-stories - 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 .
by ekneib15 viewswine-stories