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EU Authorizes Three New Grape Varieties: Calardis Blanc, Magdeleine Noir, and Négret de la Canourgue

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The French Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty submitted a formal request to the European Union to update the Official Catalogue of Species and Varieties of Plants Cultivated in France. At the culmination of this process, three grape varieties, Calardis Blanc (white), Magdeleine Noir, and Négret de la Canourgue (both red) have now received official authorization. Calardis Blanc, a hybrid derivative […]

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EU wine, spirits to face 15% US tariff starting August 1

European wine and spirits will face a 15% U.S. import tariff until a different deal is agreed in talks expected to continue in the autumn, the European Commission and EU diplomats said on Thursday, dashing producers’ hopes of an immediate reprieve. A framework trade deal between Brussels and Washington on Sunday agreed a 15% tariff

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AliveTaste’25 – A Celebration of Portugal’s Wine Culture and Gastronomic Excellence

Articles, Port, Portugal, Wine, Wine and Food Pairings, Wine Economics, Wine List, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Tourism, Wine Trends, Wines of Portugal / liz admin

I recently had the honour of attending the 9th Edition of AliveTaste’25 in Portugal, an extraordinary celebration of Portuguese wine, gastronomy, and cultural excellence. My journey across the country offered profound insights into the evolution of its wine culture, from the Atlantic-influenced Vinho Verde to the dramatic terraces of the Douro Valley and culminated in

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Global Wine Tourism Soars in 2024 Despite Historic Lows in Production and Consumption

Articles, Liz Palmer, Tourism, Travel, Wine, Wine Economics, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Tourism, Wine Trends / liz admin

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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Rethinking the Tasting Room Experience: Does Waiving Fees Drive More Visitors?

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I’ve come across some compelling insights from the SVB 2025 DtC Wine Report that shed light on evolving strategies in the tasting room experience. According to the report, wineries were asked under what circumstances they would waive tasting fees. Predictably, scenarios such as making a purchase or joining a wine club were frequently cited, widely

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Temecula Valley Reports Historic Growth in Tourism: 3.4 Million Visitors and $1.1 Billion Economic Impact in 2024

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Visit Temecula Valley released its 2024 Economic Impact of Travel report this week, revealing substantial growth in tourism-related activity for the region. According to data compiled by Dean Runyan Associates, the region welcomed a record-setting 3.4 million visitors, a 2.1% increase over 2023 and an 8.7% increase from pre-pandemic 2019 levels. The report underscores the

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Yinchuan’s Ascent: China’s Emerging Global Wine Capital at the Eastern Foothills of the Helan Mountains

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The Fifth China (Ningxia) International Wine Culture and Tourism Expo, held in conjunction with the 32nd Concours Mondial de Bruxelles from June 9 to 12, 2025, marked a pivotal moment for China’s rapidly evolving wine industry. Hosted in Yinchuan, the capital of the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, this convergence of a prestigious international wine competition

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Il Borro by Ferragamo: Where Tuscan Heritage Meets Wine, Art, and Eco-Luxury

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Set against the rolling hills of Tuscany’s Valdarno di Sopra, Il Borro is a compelling fusion of history, environmental stewardship, and refined hospitality. This historic estate, transformed over the past three decades by Ferruccio Ferragamo and his family, has become a benchmark in organic viticulture and upscale enotourism. With a rich medieval past, a diverse

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Rioja Wine Tourism Surges to €197 Million in 2024

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Spain’s most important wine region, DOCa Rioja, witnessed unprecedented growth in wine tourism, setting new records in both visitor numbers and economic impact. According to the annual Wine Tourism Monitor presented by the Regulatory Council of the Rioja Qualified Designation of Origin, prepared in collaboration with Dinamiza Asesores, presented May 27 2025, the sector generated

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Historic British Wine Merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd to Launch First U.S. Flagship in Washington, D.C.

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As part of a strategic international expansion, the venerable British wine institution Berry Bros. & Rudd has announced the opening of its first bricks-and-mortar retail outlet in the United States, to be located in Washington, D.C. This significant development reflects a broader transatlantic demand for luxury British heritage brands, particularly within the fine wine and

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Wine Economics

EU Authorizes Three New Grape Varieties: Calardis Blanc, Magdeleine Noir, and Négret de la Canourgue

AliveTaste’25 – A Celebration of Portugal’s Wine Culture and Gastronomic Excellence

Global Wine Tourism Soars in 2024 Despite Historic Lows in Production and Consumption

Rethinking the Tasting Room Experience: Does Waiving Fees Drive More Visitors?

Temecula Valley Reports Historic Growth in Tourism: 3.4 Million Visitors and $1.1 Billion Economic Impact in 2024

Il Borro by Ferragamo: Where Tuscan Heritage Meets Wine, Art, and Eco-Luxury

Rioja Wine Tourism Surges to €197 Million in 2024

Historic British Wine Merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd to Launch First U.S. Flagship in Washington, D.C.

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