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I Am Still A Fraud
As I mentioned earlier this week, I am in Provence for a couple of weeks and while we have been bouncing around the region a bit, there has also been plenty of opportunity to relax and enjoy this beautiful place. … Continue reading →
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Ohmygod–Part 20: Meet the New Crew
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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New Wine Marketing World With Gino Colangelo, Part II
If I wanted to get into wine and lived in New York City – Bam! I’d be on his doorstep until I got the job. If I’ve learned anything in my communications with Gino Colangelo, it’s how down to earth and levelheaded he is. It’s rare to find a person like Gino. I managed it […] The post New Wine Marketing World With Gino Colangelo, Part II first appeared on Wine Blog .
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Not Your Average Costco: Inside Napa’s Impressive Wine Selection
Even a trip to Costco can become a wine discovery in Napa Valley. I stopped by Costco in Napa and was impressed not only by the size of the wine department, but by the breadth and calibre of its selection. This is not your average Costco wine aisle. What immediately stood out to me was […] The post Not Your Average Costco: Inside Napa’s Impressive Wine Selection appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Assouline Wine & Travel USA: Exploring America Through Wine, Terroir and Travel
A review of Assouline’s Wine & Travel: United States of America by Enrico Bernardo, exploring American wine through terroir, gastronomy, hospitality, culture and sense of place. Wine tells us far more about a destination than what is poured into the glass. It tells us about its landscape, climate, food, people and culture – and increasingly, […] The post Assouline Wine & Travel USA: Exploring America Through Wine, Terroir and Travel appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Friday Rant: I Should Really Just Stop
As I think I have mentioned before in this space, I get a ton of emails every day. A ton. Like everyone, a lot is spam, but perhaps unlike some of you, most of what clogs my in box is … Continue reading →
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Landing The Boss Gino Colangelo, Was An Oh Yeah!
When You Land The Boss It had to happen… Landing the boss Gino Colangelo was an Oh Yeah! It was quietly lovely to have him tell me that he was aware of who I was (never occurred to me). I don’t know my outreach, but I do know it was a small moment with a […] The post Landing The Boss Gino Colangelo, Was An Oh Yeah! first appeared on Wine Blog .
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Budapest Wine Festival at 35: How Wine, Heritage and Gastronomy Strengthen Destination Tourism
The 35th Budapest Wine Festival, held September 9–12, 2026, demonstrated how successful wine tourism can extend far beyond the traditional cellar-door experience. For four days, the historic terraces and courtyards of Buda Castle became a showcase for Hungarian wine, gastronomy and culture, bringing producers, wine professionals and wine tourists together against one of Budapest’s most […] The post Budapest Wine Festival at 35: How Wine, Heritage and Gastronomy Strengthen Destination Tourism appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Ohmygod–Part 19: Mind Your Privates
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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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 .
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Kent’s Sparkling-Wine Moment: How a Vineyard Region Becomes a Global Destination
Kent is no longer simply producing internationally respected English sparkling wine. It is developing the infrastructure, partnerships and visitor experiences required to become a globally recognized wine-tourism destination. The county is home to approximately 120 commercially active vineyards and more than a quarter of Great Britain’s vineyard area. Its 2025 harvest produced more than five […] The post Kent’s Sparkling-Wine Moment: How a Vineyard Region Becomes a Global Destination appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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How Etna Is Turning Volcanic Terroir Into a Global Wine Tourism Brand
Mount Etna has long commanded international attention for its dramatic volcanic landscape and distinctive wines. Now, the Sicilian territory is strengthening another dimension of its identity:wine tourism as a strategic driver of destination development. The inaugural Radici Vulcaniche – Between Lava, Vineyards and Great Wines, held in Randazzo on August 29 and 30, 2026, demonstrated […] The post How Etna Is Turning Volcanic Terroir Into a Global Wine Tourism Brand appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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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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MICHELIN Guide Unveils Bordeaux Grape Selection 2026: Nine Châteaux Receive Top Three-Grape Distinction
The MICHELIN Guide has expanded its new Grape distinction to Bordeaux, recognizing 83 estates across some of the region’s most celebrated appellations and awarding its highest Three-Grape distinction to nine châteaux. Following the launch of its first Grape Selection in Burgundy, The MICHELIN Guide has turned its attention to Bordeaux, unveiling its inaugural 2026 selection […] The post MICHELIN Guide Unveils Bordeaux Grape Selection 2026: Nine Châteaux Receive Top Three-Grape Distinction appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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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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Review: Niagara Wine + Food by Magdalena Kaiser
The post Review: Niagara Wine + Food by Magdalena Kaiser appeared first on Social Sips .
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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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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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Beyond the Tasting Room: How Portugal’s Alentejo Is Redefining Experiential Wine Tourism
Portugal’s Alentejo wine region is demonstrating how wine tourism is evolving from traditional tastings toward more immersive, participatory experiences. From August 25 to September 20, 2026, Casa Relvas is opening its annual Harvest Programme at Herdade de São Miguel, inviting visitors to experience one of the most important moments in the winemaking calendar firsthand. Tourists […] The post Beyond the Tasting Room: How Portugal’s Alentejo Is Redefining Experiential Wine Tourism appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Some Good News!
Since I started this little blog over an eighth of a century ago (can you tell I was a math minor in college?), I have tried to maintain several “standards”. First, and perhaps most importantly, I try not to take … Continue reading →
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Wine Tourism 2026: How Younger, Digital Travellers Are Reshaping the Wine Tourism Experience
By Liz PalmerAward-Winning Wine Journalist & Global Wine Tourism Strategist The profile of the wine tourist is changing. Once associated primarily with older, knowledgeable wine enthusiasts visiting cellars and tasting rooms, wine tourism is attracting a broader generation of travellers seeking gastronomy, culture, nature, sustainability and authentic experiences connected to place. New 2026 data from […] The post Wine Tourism 2026: How Younger, Digital Travellers Are Reshaping the Wine Tourism Experience appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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