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Vinitaly 2026 Signals a New Era: How Wine Tourism Is Redefining the Global Wine Industry

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In Verona this spring, the mood is shifting. At Vinitaly 2026, taking place April 14–17, 2026, the global wine community will once again gather to taste, negotiate, and forecast. Yet this year, something fundamental has changed. The conversation is no longer centred solely on vintages, pricing, or export markets. Instead, it is about people, place, […]

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Porto’s Historic “Factory House” Opens After 236 Years: A Rare Wine Tourism Experience Inside the Heart of the Port Trade

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A New Chapter in Porto’s Wine Tourism Evolution The Factory House in Porto has opened its doors to visitors for the first time in its 236-year history. Long regarded as one of Europe’s most exclusive wine institutions, the opening represents a rare convergence of heritage preservation and experiential tourism, offering access not simply to a

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World’s Best Sommeliers’ Selection 2026 Announced

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In a global celebration of wine excellence, leading sommeliers from 17 countries across six continents judged the World’s Best Sommeliers’ Selection 2026. Panellists drawn from The World’s 50 Best Restaurants network, led by Kristell Monot, President of the World’s Best Sommeliers’ Selection and Head Sommelier at Mugaritz, tasted a diverse array of wines to determine

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First Board Meeting of 2026 – Fédération Internationale des Journalistes et Écrivains des Vins et Spiritueux [FIJEV]

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I’m honoured to take part in today’s Board meeting of the Fédération Internationale des Journalistes et Écrivains des Vins et Spiritueux [FIJEV], engaging with colleagues on governance, global collaboration, and the evolving role of informed, ethical wine communication in a rapidly changing media landscape. Tradition matters. Rigour matters. So does adapting to what’s next. Academia

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The 34th edition of Benvenuto Brunello: Italy’s premier wine preview showcases a vintage of elegance and restraint

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Montalcino opened its historic cellars and welcomed the world once again for the 34th edition of Benvenuto Brunello, held November 20–24 at the Chiostro di Sant’Agostino. As Italy’s longest-running wine preview event, this year’s gathering brought the international wine community together to taste the highly anticipated Brunello di Montalcino 2021, alongside Brunello Riserva 2020 and

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Liz Palmer – Wine Journalist receives the 2025 ITER VITIS + The Council of Europe Award for Communication

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“I am thrilled and deeply honoured to receive the 2025 ITER VITIS Award for Communication, recognizing my global advocacy in promoting wine culture, education, and responsible tourism.” The award was presented a few days ago at the ITER VITIS Conference in Thessaloniki, Greece. This inspiring event brought together international experts and institutions to explore how

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Etna Days 2025: A Landmark Edition

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This morning, I had the privilege of attending the Etna Days 2025 “Welcome Presentation” and “Technical Tasting” where an extraordinary lineup of Etna DOC wines and producers set the tone for what promises to be a landmark edition. “The energy and diversity of wines from Mount Etna are simply remarkable.” Liz Palmer Etna Days 2025

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AliveTaste’25 – Porto, Portugal

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I’m heading to Porto today participate in the 9th Edition of @Alivetaste_com in Portugal! I’ll be exploring the wine regions of Vinho Verde and Douro; visiting top wine producers, dining at some of Portugal’s most celebrated restaurants, and luxury hotels. The journey culminates at the enchanting gardens of the Palácio do Freixo in Porto, where

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Charting the Future of Global Wine Tourism

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Wine tourism has experienced remarkable growth over the past decade, establishing itself as a profitable and dynamic sector of the global wine industry. As a driver of sustainable development, it also plays an important role in rural development, job creation, and the direct empowerment of local communities. Despite its growing importance, both science and practice

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The 2025 Edition of Regina Ribelle – Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Fest Successfully Concluded!

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The 2025 edition of Regina Ribelle—Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Fest concluded triumphantly, reaffirming its status as a pivotal wine event in Italy’s calendar. Dedicated to Vernaccia di San Gimignano, the historic white wine [the ‘White Queen’] in a land of reds, the festival drew over 1,500 visitors to the medieval streets of San Gimignano

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