The Great Wine Capitals Global Network (GWC) is pleased to announce the winners of the inaugural Great Wine Capital Global Network International Research Grant. This exciting initiative aims to promote excellence and innovation in wine tourism research, addressing industry needs and fostering collaboration among the 12 prestigious wine capitals from around the world.
Barossa Vintage Festival celebrates harvest in style
The grape harvest is a reason to celebrate for grape growers and winemakers across South Australia’s 18 wine regions, but the Barossa takes the celebration to another level.
Be enchanted by the beauty, comfort and wines of Quinta da Casa Amarela
The Quinta da Casa Amarela estate is situated on the left bank of the River Douro, in the spot classified by UNESCO as World Heritage
Honouring the harvest season in Verona with Festival “Hostaria”
Every year, in October, the city of Verona celebrates the harvest period with a marvellous festival: “Hostaria”. During this particular weekend, the city honours harvest and the territory’s wineries, enabling visitors to experience the historical and cultural importance of harvesting in this region, accompanying them through various tastes, flavours and memorable experiences.
Announcing the Cape’s Best Of Wine Tourism & Ambassador Award winners for 2024!
The Best Of Wine Tourism Awards recognise wineries in each of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network’s member cities for the excellence of their facilities, in seven different categories, from art and culture to sustainable wine tourism The Wine Tourism Ambassador...
Harvest traditions in Rheinhessen – an occasion to celebrate
Rheinhessen has both harvest traditions and festivals. Find out more about them here.
At the Heart of the Harvest
On the weekends of 23-24 September and 30 September/1st October, the third national “At the Heart of the Harvest” autumnal fair took place, organised by Swiss Wine Promotion (SWP), the Swiss wines national body. This year, the organisers were able to rely on thirty-nine Swiss wineries to welcome more than nine-hundred and fifty apprentice grape harvesters.
Porto just launched its own “Best Of Club” to encourage cooperation between wine tourism agents in Douro, Porto and Vinhos Verdes regions
Best Of Club – Porto is composed of wine tourism agents distinguished with a Best of Wine Tourism award, in the last three years, a distinction given annually, by the Great Wine Capitals Global Network
Beresford Estate – McLaren Vale
Beresford Estate was the winner of the Accommodation award at the 2023 Best Of Wine Tourism Awards in Adelaide, South Australia. At the heart of the Estate is Beresford House, a 5-star tourism accredited destination providing the utmost standard of luxury accommodation in the premier McLaren Vale wine region.
Hotel Conca Bella
The Conca Bella Boutique Hotel and Wine Experience, managed by the Montereale family for over 38 years, is the first “Wine Hotel” in Ticino.
Exploring the World of Wine Tourism: Great Wine Capitals Conference Day 2023
A warm welcome to the exceptional 2023 edition! The Great Wine Capitals Annual Meeting returns, this time in tandem with the 6th edition of the “Swiss Wine Tourism Meetings.” This unique convergence offers an opportunity to connect with Swiss and international wine tourism stakeholders. It unveils the captivating initiatives adopted by a nation enriched with a deep wine-growing legacy, seamlessly blending tradition with innovation.
Bardolino Grape and Wine Festival, five days to discover Lake Garda and its famous products
From September 28 to October 2, five days of traditional dishes, markets, live music, and DJ sets, with the event’s undeniable protagonist: the Bardolino wine, which will be present with 23 labels and will accompany the 27 gastronomic proposals.