In the heart of New Zealand’s North Island lies Hawke’s Bay, a region celebrated for its rich viticultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Amidst this picturesque setting, Craggy Range Winery stands as a testament to visionary winemaking and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Black Barn – Your luxury home away from home
Understated luxury is what Hawke’s Bay hospitality is about, and the Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism award judges acknowledged that Black Barn nails that to a tee in its award winning accommodation offerings.
Welcome to Saint Emilion Château living at Château de Lescours
Château de Lescours is perfectly placed, halfway between the medieval city of Saint Emilion and the TGV high speed train station in Libourne. It’s an ideal location for visitors but also unites the historical past and the dynamic future of this property.
Like staying at home: The Bernhard-Räder winery
The Bernhard-Räder winery is a family business with a rich history. The winery effortlessly combines great wines with a warm, family-like service and lovely rooms.
The Arriluce Palace Hotel: A Luxury Experience for the Five Senses
Arriluce Palace Hotel captures the avant-garde essence of what was the first 20th-century family mansion in Neguri-Getxo (Bilbao, Spain). The hotel opens the doors to a truly authentic vision of the past, with a contemporary and elegant vibe where art, colour and the environment coexist in perfect harmony.
Sparici Landini: where a warm welcome is the key to a good stay
Sparici Landini winery has received the Best Of Wine Tourism Award – Accommodation for the magical atmosphere of Villa dei Cipressi, which offers the opportunity to experience unforgettable moments in a place rich in art, history, and excellent wines.
Luxe accommodation: Stay at Beresford Estate
When a panel of wine experts says your winery accommodation is a ‘luxe offering in a beautiful setting’ that offers an ‘exceptional stay and complete experience for guests’ it’s worth paying attention.
Le Agriesperienze: A Taste of Ticino’s Wine & Farm Traditions
Switzerland’s Italian-speaking region, Ticino, is a paradise of rolling vineyards, traditional farms, and breathtaking landscapes. While it’s famous for its Merlot wines, there’s a hidden layer of depth to its agritourism scene, offering visitors something far beyond a simple tasting session. At the heart of this movement is Le Agriesperienze, an initiative that combines immersive food and wine tourism with hands-on agricultural experiences.
Wine tourism can also be sustainable
Visitors to the Paulinenhof in Selzen, Rheinhessen, experience what sustainability feels like as soon as they arrive: at the champagne reception in the blooming garden, wine lovers enjoy the sparkling wine in a natural setting with tantalising aromas.
Sustainability at the forefront for Church Road Winery
In the Best Of Wine Tourism Awards announced in September this year, Church Road Winery scooped the award for Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices. Sustainable practices are something Hawke’s Bay can be proud to say are at the heart of so many of its wineries. It’s...
The largest certified sustainable winery in the Adelaide Hills
Sidewood Estate, founded in 2004 by Owen and Cassandra Inglis, is dedicated to creating beautifully balanced, cool-climate wines that reflect the essence of the Adelaide Hills – one of the closest wine regions to the city of Adelaide, South Australia.
Bodegas Bilbaínas: Where Rioja’s Legacy Meets Modern Elegance
Tucked into the storied Station Quarter of Haro, Rioja’s winemaking epicenter, Bodegas Bilbaínas offers an experience as timeless as its wines. With over 120 years of history, this iconic estate is not just a winery—it’s a journey through the art, culture, and passion of Spanish viticulture.