“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 […]
There’s something irresistibly seductive about Pinot Noir. It’s the grape varietal that makes sommeliers swoon, winemakers sweat, and wine lovers fall head over heels. And while Burgundy may have long been considered its spiritual home, New Zealand has been quietly (and sometimes not-so-quietly) redefining the Pinot Noir conversation. This August 18th, as the wine world
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The global wine tourism sector demonstrated exceptional growth and resilience in 2024, according to The Global Wine Tourism Market 2024 report, published by Vinetur on July 16, 2025. Despite a challenging year for wine production and consumption worldwide, wine tourism emerged as a dynamic and vital segment within the broader tourism and beverage industries. Market
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I am honoured to be recognized by LocalWineEvents.com as one of the Influential Wine Voices, alongside esteemed colleagues from around the world. This recognition highlights individuals who are shaping the future of wine through innovation, education, and a shared passion for viticulture, oenology, and global wine tourism. I remain committed to fostering meaningful dialogue, championing
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In 2024, Juan José Balbás and Clara de la Fuente entrusted the stewardship of Bodegas Balbás, one of Spain’s most historic wineries, to their daughters, Patricia and María Balbás. This transition marked a significant moment in the winery’s history, as the sisters assumed responsibility as the seventh generation of the Balbás family to lead the
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I’m very proud and thrilled to have been selected by the Canadian Marketing Association this year to participate as a judge for the “CMA Awards 2023 “in the Engagement Discipline! I’ve finished evaluating and assessing campaigns from across the Country, and found some creative, bold, and outstanding examples of “Engagement!” What is Engagement? Engagement is
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I’m thrilled and honored to be selected as a Senior Judge for the 2023 CMA Awards and will be judging “Engagement” entries! Looking forward to reviewing the best in #CanadianMarketing alongside leading marketing professionals in Canada. Submit your entries by July 21, 2023 https://thecma.awardsplatform.com/ Liz Palmer Wine Journalist, Author, and Global Influencer
“Where good things come from a smaller 1er Cru Classe” Liz Palmer On my recent trip to Bordeaux, I had the wonderful opportunity to meet and speak with Laure de Lambert Compeyrot. Laure is CEO of Château Sigalas Rabaud 1er Cru Classé 1855 Sauternes (Bommes), the 6th generation of Château Sigalas Rabaud. Château Sigalas Rabaud
How to start off an evening …… with a coupe of Barons de Rothschild ‘Reserve Ritz” Brut NV, at the Rivoli Bar at the Ritz London – what can I say? This is one of my favorite cocktail lounges in London. It’s intimate and decadent with an art deco interior inspired by the Orient Express.
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I was so happy to sign the Book of Condolence for Queen Elizabeth ll last night at The Ritz Hotel, London. The Ritz set-up a stunning private area for the signing not far from the front entrance. This was very emotional for me and a great honour to sign it. I was born in Northern
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