From 13 to 15 February 2023, Swiss Wine Promotion (SWP) presented a wide selection of Swiss wines in Paris (France). The national body for the promotion of Swiss wines attended, for the first time, the international Wine Paris & Vinexpo trade fair. Their presence in Paris also featured two events organised with the Swiss Embassy in France and Switzerland Tourism.
Weltevrede Wine Estate
At Weltevrede in the Western Cape, a profusion of plant species thrives, creating a unique terroir for their exceptional wines. Owner and winemaker Phillip Jonker has led Weltevrede to become a premier Chardonnay estate in South Africa, offering captivating underground cellar tours, innovative wine experiences, and delectable wines like Vanilla Chardonnay and Cherrychoc Merlot.
Anteprima del Chiaretto di Bardolino’s 2023 edition is back with three events
Anteprima – the Lake Garda’s rosè wine event – will be accessible to the press on the 2nd and 3rd March, to the general public on the 5th and to professionals on the 6th.
In 2022, Chiaretto di Bardolino grew by +10% in Ho.Re.Ca. compared to the previous year.
South Australia – A perfect blend of wine and culture
South Australia’s wine regions are not just known for their world-class wines, but also for their rich cultural heritage and thriving art scenes. From the rolling hills of the Barossa to the seaside charm of McLaren Vale, and the wide expanses of the Riverland, these regions offer a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences that are sure to captivate any traveller.
Cultural gatherings in the Cape Winelands
Wine is more than just a product. It has the ability to bring people together. Wine is a celebration and coming together of people. We’ve put together a list of gatherings around wine
The Cité du Vin unveils its new Permanent Exhibition
After more than a month of work, the Cité du Vin has opened the doors of its new Permanent Exhibition to the public on Saturday 4 February 2023. For the first time since the opening in 2016, the Permanent Exhibition has been extensively redesigned and modified to include new staging, digital equipment and multimedia content.
Wine and culture in Rheinhessen
Enjoying a glass of wine is certainly a culture itself. However, pairing it with new ideas and concepts can enhance the experience even further. Let’s take a look at some examples from Rheinhessen!
MENDOZA CELEBRATES WINE WITH A UNIQUE SHOW
Mendoza is home to the largest wine industry in Argentina and celebrates the grape harvest in a big way. This is the origin of its almost hundred-year-old National Harvest Festival, a cultural event with artistic characteristics of international prestige.
Culture and agriculture – wine and art in the Bordeaux vineyard
Bordeaux wine chateaux are the perfect venue for artistic and cultural events. They offer great spaces to welcome cultural events and the cellars, both ancient and modern, have perfect acoustics for music. There are several organisations that take advantage of these venues by offering programmes of events throughout the region.
Marqués de Murrieta: Traditional Rioja Winery with Modern Sophistication
Global winner in Best of Wine Tourism’s Architecture & Landscape category, the story of Marqués de Murrieta, the tireless pursuit of perfection, is a tale of family, history, and a passion for wine. Founded in 1852 by Don Luciano Murrieta, the Riojan winery was created with the intention of producing a high-quality wine that would last over time and could be exported outside of Spain. Don Luciano’s dream was realized when his mythical 1852 vintage was sent to countries such as Mexico and Cuba, making it the first Rioja wine to be exported.
Young Winemakers Switzerland: What unites us
‘Young Winemakers Switzerland’ is an association bringing together twenty-seven young, aspiring Swiss winegrowers all under the age of 40. Together they are taking care of a cultural asset which involves a huge amount of craftsmanship. As a group, their aim is to increase the visibility and reputation of Swiss wine and stir up the Swiss wine scene by means of their creativity and passion. Through their action, the Swiss wine world is already reaching new audiences.
Rioja Wine is the Perfect Partner for Art and Culture
The Rioja region offers numerous artistic and cultural events based on wine, including harvest festivals, museums, art exhibitions, theatre and film festivals and literary awards.