Wine Marketing

Adapting Terroir to a Changing Climate: An Overview of Chablis’ 2025 Vineyard Regulation Reforms

The 2025 regulatory revisions for the Chablis appellation represent a strategically calibrated response to accelerating climatic pressures. The adjustments—ranging from reduced vine density to higher authorized yields are intended to reinforce vineyard resilience without compromising the appellation’s stylistic integrity. These changes, outlined by The Drinks Business and corroborated through EUR-Lex, signal a regional shift toward […]

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The Michelin Guide Expands Its Expertise in Recommendations and Introduces a New Distinction in the World of Wine

For 125 years, the MICHELIN Guide has celebrated places and talents that embody excellence in gastronomy and hospitality, with the MICHELIN Stars introduced in 1926 and the MICHELIN Keys launched in 2024. This expertise now naturally extends to wine, a key reference in the gastronomic experience. The MICHELIN Guide has long highlighted exceptional wine lists

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VIK, Chile, Named the World’s Best Vineyard 2025

The list of The World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2025 has been revealed at an awards ceremony in Margaret River, Western Australia, yesterday, with Vik (No.1), Millahue, Chile, named as The World’s Best Vineyard 2025. The list features vineyards from 15 destinations across six continents, with 11 new entries. Vik succeeds the 2024 winner, Bodegas de

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OIV Releases 2025 World Wine Production First Estimates

The International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) published yesterday its annual first estimates for global wine production in 2025. The initial forecast for 2025 is between 228 and 235 million hectolitres, with a mid-range estimate of 232 million hectolitres. That is a 3% increase on the historically low 2024 harvest, but still 7% below

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Global Wine Tourism Spotlight: The World’s 50 Best Vineyards Reveals the 51–100 List for 2025

The World’s 50 Best Vineyards has unveiled its much-anticipated 51–100 list for 2025, setting the stage for the grand awards ceremony in Margaret River, Western Australia, on November 19. This extended ranking celebrates the most inspiring vineyard experiences across the globe, from Portugal’s dramatic Douro Valley to the sun-drenched hills of Marlborough, New Zealand. Recognized

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Georgia’s Wine Tourism Boom: $4.6 Billion Forecast Fuels Record Growth and Global Recognition

Nestled among Kakheti’s vineyards and Tbilisi’s age-old streets, Georgia is crafting a narrative perhaps even richer than its famous qvevri wines. Galt & Taggart, the investment firm, now projects that tourism revenue could hit $4.6 billion by 2025, a slight increase from its prior estimate of $4.5 billion. This celebrates a sector that’s not just

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Canadian-British Wine Journalist Liz Palmer Wins Prestigious 2025 Iter Vitis & Council of Europe Award for Communication

TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2025 /CNW/ – Canadian-British wine journalist, award-winning author, and global influencer Liz Palmer has been honoured with the Best Wine Tourism Communication Award at the internationally recognized Iter Vitis Awards, part of the Council of Europe’s Cultural Routes Programme. The ITER VITIS Conference, held last week in Thessaloniki, Greece, brought together leading global experts, institutions, and regional

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The Return of Pink Chardonnay: A Lost Heir Rejoins Champagne’s Noble Lineage

Pink Chardonnay, officially recognized in the Champagne appellation since July 31, 2025, marks a historic return of a nearly forgotten grape variety to its rightful place in the region’s viticultural legacy. A natural mutation of white Chardonnay, this rediscovered gem becomes the eighth authorized grape variety in Champagne, joining the traditional seven and reflecting both

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

“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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Dimora Cottanera: A Sicilian Escape in the Heart of Etna’s Vineyards

Perched on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, Dimora Cottanera is more than a wine resort; it’s an unforgettable escape that breathes in the rhythms of the volcano, vineyard-lined horizons, and refined Sicilian hospitality. My one-night stay revealed an intimate side of this property, where elegance meets serenity. A Sense of Place Dimora Cottanera is

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