Step back in time to Haro’s Barrio de la Estación, where the railroad revolutionized the wine industry. Today, this historic district offers a captivating wine experience with a passport to six iconic wineries.
The Caves du Château d’Auvernier: a legacy of winemaking since 1603
On the scenic shores of Lake Neuchâtel, the Caves du Château d’Auvernier has been family-run since 1603, embodying over 400 years of Swiss winemaking. Today, under the guidance of Henry Aloys Grosjean, the 15th generation who succeeded his father Thierry Grosjean in January 2022, the estate continues its rich heritage.
Inspired wine tourism within an urban winery
In a ‘cellar door without a vineyard’, nestled in the heart of Havelock North village, visitors gain a meaningful connection to the Great Wine Capital of Hawke’s Bay on a number of levels thanks to the carefully considered innovative wine tourism experiences on offer at Smith & Sheth.
VINITUR – Taste for Life
Experience the true essence of Portugal with VINITUR – Tourism, Wine & Gastronomy Ltd, founded by João Marinho Falcão, a pioneer in wine and food tourism. Based in Matosinhos near Porto, VINITUR crafts bespoke journeys that showcase the country’s rich heritage, from immersive “Walk and Taste” tours in Porto to exclusive wine tastings and luxury adventures in the Douro Valley. With a deep commitment to sustainability, João partners with local winemakers, small producers, and family businesses, ensuring each experience supports the community while providing authentic insights into Portuguese culture.
Wine as you have never experienced it: unique activities by Veronese wineries
Among the innovative ways to taste wine, La Dama winery and Musella Winery & Country Relais bring out innovative experiences and take guests on an unprecedented sensory journey.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Penedo Borges
This Mendoza winery recently received the Gold Prize in the Architecture and Landscape category of the Best of Mendoza’s Wine Tourism Awards, and it is no wonder as it offers a perfect pairing between wine production, art and landscape, inviting you to discover every detail.
Wine, mountains and horses, the best blend of Mendoza
Located in Alto Agrelo, just 30 minutes away from the City of Mendoza and surrounded by the impressive landscape of Del Plata Mountain Rage, Casa David is a unique place where two passions converge: wine and horses.
Marqués de Riscal Voted World’s Best Vineyard 2024
Rioja wineries have once again proven their global standing, with Marqués de Riscal securing the coveted top spot in the World’s Best Vineyards 2024.
Rioja’s dominance is further highlighted by the presence of Ysios in the top 5, securing the fourth position. This remarkable achievement underscores the region’s exceptional winemaking prowess and its ability to consistently produce world-class wines and wine tourism experiences.
Rheinhessen above and beyond: Four spectacular activities around the vineyard
In this article, we explore Rheinhessen’s lighter side and present you Alpacas in the vineyards, pop-up wine bars, historic cars and vineyard adventures for children.
The innovative wine brothers in the Garden of Eden
The prize for the Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism Award 2025 in the category ‘Architecture, Parks & Gardens’, focussing on parks and gardens, was awarded to the Orb winery in Westhofen. The jury was impressed by the cultivation of tradition and the thematic focus of the historic garden.
Find Us in The Vines: An Ethnographic Account of the Role of BIPOC/Diasporas in the Okanagan, Napa, and Sonoma Wine Tourism Industries
This report presented during the GWC International Conference by Palbi Sharma Bhargava, Great Wine Capitals International Research Grant Winner 2023, delves into the influence and experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities in wine tourism. Focusing on Canada’s Okanagan Valley and Napa Valley and Sonoma regions in California, the report examines how these diverse groups shape and are shaped by the wine industry in North America.
Guaymallén strengthens its role as the National Capital of Sparkling Wine in Argentina
Today, the mayor of the Department of Guaymallén (Mendoza, Argentina), Marcos Calvente, signed two important agreements to promote the production and the tourism activities related to sparkling wine in his department.