Burgundy Archives - Liz Palmer

France Proposes New Legislation to Support Wine and Spirits Tourism

Articles, Bordeaux, Bordeaux Wine, Burgundy, French Wine, Wine News, Wine of France, Wine Tourism / liz admin

France is considering legislative changes designed to simplify regulations governing wine and spirits tourism, potentially making it easier for wineries and distilleries to develop visitor experiences. A legislative proposal submitted to the French National Assembly on 6 October 2026 (Bill No. 3233) seeks to address licensing requirements affecting certain wine and spirits tourism activities. The […]

France Proposes New Legislation to Support Wine and Spirits Tourism Read More »

Not Your Average Costco: Inside Napa’s Impressive Wine Selection

Burgundy, California Wine, Champagne, Tourism, Travel, US Wine, Wine, Wine List, Wine News, Wine Tourism, Wine Trade, Wines of California / liz admin

Even a trip to Costco can become a wine discovery in Napa Valley. I stopped by Costco in Napa and was impressed not only by the size of the wine department, but by the breadth and calibre of its selection. This is not your average Costco wine aisle. What immediately stood out to me was

Not Your Average Costco: Inside Napa’s Impressive Wine Selection Read More »

European Wine Tourism Index 2025: Ranking Europe’s Leading Wine Destinations

Austrian Wine, Bordeaux Wine, Burgundy, Champagne, champagne region, Italian Wine, Travel, Wine, Wine News, Wine Tourism, Wine Trade, Wine Trends, Wines of Bulgaria, Wines of Portugal / liz admin

Wine tourism represents one of the fastest-growing segments of global cultural and experiential travel. According to a recent survey by TUI Musement, more than 91% of respondents expressed interest in wine-related travel, with the highest engagement among travellers aged 18 to 44. Responding to this demand, and coinciding with Europe’s harvest season, TUI Musement has

European Wine Tourism Index 2025: Ranking Europe’s Leading Wine Destinations Read More »

Experience Wine Tourism in Bourgogne This Summer: From Cellar Doors to Wine Festivals

Articles, Burgundy, French Wine, Wine, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine of France, Wine Tourism, Wine Trade, Wine Trends / liz admin

Throughout the summer, the Bourgogne wine region will come alive with a rich mix of heritage, culture, and vibrant wine celebrations. From Chablis to Mâcon, 252 wineries, estates, and cooperative cellars [all certified under the Vignobles & Découvertes label] will open their doors and invite visitors to step inside and experience the historic charm, quaint

Experience Wine Tourism in Bourgogne This Summer: From Cellar Doors to Wine Festivals Read More »

Own a Piece of Bourgogne History – BIVB to Auction Iconic Appellation Signs

Articles, Burgundy, French Wine, Wine, Wine Auctions, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine of France, Wine Tourism, Wine Trade / liz admin

For any wine lover, having a tangible connection to the vineyards is a dream, and this dream can now become a reality with special thanks to the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB). After refreshing all their vineyard signs in 2023 they are offering wine enthusiasts and professionals the rare opportunity to acquire a piece of Bourgogne’s

Own a Piece of Bourgogne History – BIVB to Auction Iconic Appellation Signs Read More »

The 10 Most Expensive Wines in the World

Articles, Burgundy, California Wine, Global Wine Evemts, Wine, Wine Auctions, Wine Economics, Wine Investment, Wine List, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine of France, Wine Trade, Wine Trends / liz admin

Few things in the world improve in quality and value with age. Aged wine is one of those things, defined by elegance, rarity and finesse. If you are drawn to the thrill of owning something truly one of a kind, this niche market will certainly appeal to you. We’ve all heard the expression “aging like

The 10 Most Expensive Wines in the World Read More »

100% of Domaine Vaudoisey-Creusefond wine bottles are reusable

Articles, Burgundy, French Wine, Wine, Wine News, Wine Trends / liz admin

Alexandre Vaudoisey is concerned about the environment and decided to take steps to limit environmental impact. In 2009, following his arrival on the family estate, he stopped using weedkillers and planted grass, hedges, shrubs and fruit trees to encourage biodiversity. He is also gradually moving towards organic farming on the estate. This year, with the

100% of Domaine Vaudoisey-Creusefond wine bottles are reusable Read More »

Chablis Launches Interactive Story Game

Articles, Burgundy, Online Event, Online Learning, Wine, Wine and Food Pairings, Wine Education, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Tech, Wine Tourism, Wine Trade, Wine Trends / liz admin

“Unlock Chablis” merges a historic wine region with modern digital technology. “Nowadays, so much of the world is focused on the digital, and the wine world is no exception. The Unlock Chablis game allows us to communicate our key messages to wine professionals in an entertaining, modern way; yet still remain educational,” says Paul Espitalié,

Chablis Launches Interactive Story Game Read More »

Old World Wines Gaining Share Across US On-Premise

Articles, Bordeaux, Bordeaux Wine, Burgundy, French Wine, German Wine, Italian Wine, Locations reviews, Portugal, Wine, Wine List, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Trade, Wine Trends, Wines of Austria, Wines of Germany, Wines of Greece, Wines of Italy, Wines of Portugal, Wines of Sicily, Wines of Spain, Wines of USA / liz admin

CGA by NIQ’s latest On-Premise Measurement Research explores the share of total wine, with a focus on domestic white and red wine categories across the US, to highlight the opportunities for suppliers as old-world wines continue to gain share. Using insights from the latest 52-week period of CGA’s OPM data to 12/31/2022, it is apparent

Old World Wines Gaining Share Across US On-Premise Read More »

New Index “WB Stock Index (WBIX)” Tracks Performance of Public Wine Companies

Articles, Bordeaux, Bordeaux Wine, Burgundy, California Wine, Wine, Wine Economics, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Tech, Wine Technology, Wine Trade / liz admin

A new tool rooted in publicly traded wine companies and offering insights into the health of the wine sector has launched on winebusiness.com. The WB Stock Index (WBIX) is a composite metric representing a portfolio of 13 publicly traded wine companies, weighted by each company’s annual wine revenue. The index reflects the daily percentage change

New Index “WB Stock Index (WBIX)” Tracks Performance of Public Wine Companies Read More »

Burgundy