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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 .
by liz admin18 viewsglobal-wine-tourism-intelligence-briefingliz-palmerliz-palmer-wine-tourism-brieftourismtraveltrending-topics - news
Sundays Are For Sebastian #421
Sebastian is our seventeen-year-old son, and he says some of the funniest things–we have no idea where he gets his material since his mother and I are rather boring, serious people. We were in a restaurant watching the World Cup. I … Continue reading →
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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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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 →
by the drunken cyclist18 viewschenin-blanchumorloire-valleyloire-valley-vouvraysauvignon-blanctravel - news
WINE: Uruguay History Began With Indigenous People
SAMPLE: As I wrote this, I was sipping Bodega Bouza’s Uruguay Tannat 2020 ~ Use this link to jump to thoughts below. Montevideo A Strategic Port Like so many other places, Uruguay’s history began with Indigenous people and Spanish colonization. European settlement expanded during the 17th and 18th centuries. Spain established Montevideo, Uruguay in 1726, […] The post WINE: Uruguay History Began With Indigenous People first appeared on Wine Blog .
by Jo Diaz0 viewsuruguaywinebodega-bouzabouza-2020-tannatbouza-winery - news
Rounding Up the Cattleya (Part 2)
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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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 →
by the drunken cyclist22 viewsitalywinecabernet-sauvignonmolisetintiliatravel - news
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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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 .
by Tom Perry27 viewswine-storiesgreat-wine-capitalsriojasustainabilityviticulturewine - news
Carpineto Farnito Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Inky dark in color with a nice dark fruit nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some lovely, albeit milder dark cherry fruits along with some mocha and dark chocolate. On the medium length finish the wine displays some … Continue reading →
by John Galea12 viewswine - news
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 →
by the drunken cyclist23 viewschardonnaypinot-noirsonoma-coastwinetravelwine-tasting - news
The World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2026 Heads to Chile: Santiago to Host Global Wine Tourism’s Premier Awards
Santiago, Chile, will host The World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2026 during the week of 16 November, marking the awards’ first-ever edition in Chile. Home to the renowned Maipo Valley and gateway to many of Chile’s leading wine regions, Santiago provides the ideal setting to celebrate the world’s most outstanding vineyard experiences. The event will bring […] The post The World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2026 Heads to Chile: Santiago to Host Global Wine Tourism’s Premier Awards appeared first on Liz Palmer .
by liz admin21 viewschile-winechile-wine-tourismwinewine-economicswine-marketingwine-news - news
I Paid $66 for a Cocktail at Hanover Bar in London. Here’s What I Got.
The post I Paid $66 for a Cocktail at Hanover Bar in London. Here’s What I Got. appeared first on Social Sips .
by Nicole MacKay10 viewswinebarcocktail - news
Not WALL-E Unless We Allow It, Said She
This is a “How wine companies can reduce their carbon footprint when using the internet” story. It’s a passion of mine to find ways to save the earth. Actually, in July of 1995, I wrote an unusual story for the time. It wasn’t about “Cabs,” it was about “Cats.” I would tell people about my […] The post Not WALL-E Unless We Allow It, Said She first appeared on Wine Blog .
by Jo Diaz0 viewsreducing-carbon-footprintwine - news
Synchromesh #8 in Canada’s Top 10 Small Wineries
WE HAVE SOME EXCITING NEWS TO SHARE #8 in the Top 10 Small Wineries in Canada #6 in Top 10 BC Wineries #11 in Top 25 Wineries of Canada Synchromesh Wines has been named #8 in WineAlign’s 2026 Top 10 Small Wineries in Canada, with four Gold medals and three Bronze medals at the National ... Read more The post Synchromesh #8 in Canada’s Top 10 Small Wineries first appeared on My VanCity .
by MyVanCity12 viewswine8-wine-align8-winerybc-winecabernet-francgolden-mile - news
Moon Curser’s Latest Releases: Familiar Excellence and New Beginnings
I have always enjoyed visiting Osoyoos’ Moon Curser Winery. The labels alone are worth a closer look, each telling its own story, but it’s the wines that keep drawing me back. Moon Curser has built its reputation on producing distinctive varieties that are still uncommon in British Columbia, including Arneis, Carménère, Dolcetto, Marsanne, Roussanne, Tannat, ... Read more The post Moon Curser’s Latest Releases: Familiar Excellence and New Beginnings first appeared on My VanCity .
by Sam The Wine Teacher21 viewswinedrinkoliverosoyoosmarsanneoliverosoyooswineoliverosoyooswinecountryarneis - news
Beyond the Vineyard: Why Harvest Experiences Are Redefining the Future of Wine Tourism
For generations, the annual grape harvest was an event reserved for vineyard workers and winemakers. Today, it has evolved into one of the most sought-after experiences in global wine tourism. Across Europe, North America, South America, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, wineries are increasingly opening their vineyards to visitors, transforming harvest from an agricultural […] The post Beyond the Vineyard: Why Harvest Experiences Are Redefining the Future of Wine Tourism appeared first on Liz Palmer .
by liz admin16 viewsglobal-wine-evemtsliz-palmerliz-palmer-wine-tourism-briefwinewine-harvestwine-marketing - news
Little Engine Wines – Exploring a Selection of Fine Wines
Being a long time fan of Little Engine wines it has been my pleasure to begin to review their current selection of wines. When reviewing wines I tend to take a little extra time which includes pairing the wine with a dish I think will bring out the best characteristics of the varietal. For this ... Read more The post Little Engine Wines – Exploring a Selection of Fine Wines first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht15 viewsfeaturedwinemeyer-family-vineyards-2021-mclean-creek-road-chardonnaychardonnay100-naramata-benchbarrel-fermented - news
Musgo Wednesday: Patz & Hall Winery (Part 2)
A couple of weeks ago, I started this “Musgo Wednesday” theme. The concept came from our family “rule” that we try to clean out the fridge of any remaining leftovers–they “must go”. The goal was to carry this over to … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist21 viewscaliforniacarneroschardonnaynorth-coastpinot-noirrussian-river-valley - news
Wine Kept Its Promise. Plastic Didn’t
The State of Existence Wine Kept Its Promise. Plastic Didn’t. Eight Thousand years of glass has been ignored. The bottle wine has never been betrayed. Three Rows Ahead ~ My Environmental Hero He was three rows ahead of me, seat C, reading for the entire flight. Not scrolling. Not dozing. Reading, the way people used […] The post Wine Kept Its Promise. Plastic Didn’t first appeared on Wine Blog .
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Sales Have Gone Sideways
I don’t always keep up with current events, but when three friends of the store sent me the same New York Times article, I knew that it was something worth my attention (thanks Bill, Klaus, and Arild). On August 1st, Soumya Karlamangla’s article titled “Sales Are So Low, California Wineries Are Burning Their Vineyards,” was…
by susan.heger13 viewsadvice-that-nobody-asked-forwine - news
Wine and Cheese Spotlight- August 7th!
Wine and Cheese Spotlight 3 to 6pm – Friday, August 7th Need a little midday pick-me-up? Stop by between 3 and 6 on Friday to sample a little wine and cheese.
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