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Discovering Gavi DOCG: Piedmont’s Great White Wine Destination

The Denomination Gavi DOCG sits in the southeastern corner of Piedmont, where the hills begin their long climb toward the Ligurian Apennines. Less than an hour from Milan, Genoa, and Turin, the territory occupies a geographic position that has shaped both its history and its wine for over a thousand years. The denomination covers eleven […]

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Bridging Two Wine Worlds: How the Strait of Messina Could Redefine Wine Tourism in Southern Italy

Italy’s landmark infrastructure project has the potential to reshape not only transportation, but also the future of experiential travel, regional development, and wine tourism across Sicily and Calabria. For centuries, the Strait of Messina has represented both a gateway and a barrier between mainland Italy and Sicily. Now, after decades of political debate, engineering revisions,

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Campania Stories 2026: Unveiling the Authentic Wines of Campania

The 2026 edition of Campania Stories ran from 23 to 27 April in Caserta, presenting new vintages from the region’s main appellations to the national and international press. The program opened on 23 April with a guided visit to the Royal Palace of Caserta and an inaugural conference in the Sala Romanelli, followed by two

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Where Culinary Tradition, Monastic Heritage, and Wine Tourism Converge: A Remarkable Day in Castilla y León, Spain

Today offered a powerful reminder that the best wine tourism experiences extend well beyond the vineyard. Our day began with a memorable culinary immersion at Monasterio Lerma, a historic monastery where we participated in a traditional clay-pot cooking workshop. Working with age-old techniques and local ingredients we made a traditional stew (one that is now

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Spanish Wine Tourism: Discovering the Hidden Treasures of the Arlanza Wine Route

Over the coming days, I’ll be travelling through one of Spain’s most fascinating yet underappreciated wine tourism destinations – the Arlanza Wine Route in Castilla y León. While regions such as Rioja and Ribera del Duero often dominate the spotlight, Arlanza offers something refreshingly different: authentic medieval villages, centuries-old monasteries, underground wine cellars, remarkable gastronomy,

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Sicilia en Primeur 2026: Wine, Culture, and the Rise of a Tourism Destination

Palermo hosted the 22nd edition of Sicilia en Primeur from May 11 to 15, bringing together more than 100 international journalists, 12 wine tour operators, and 56 member wineries for five days of tastings, wine tours and talks. Assovini Sicilia, the island’s association of quality wine producers, has run the event since 2004. The 2026

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Global Wine Tourism Day 2026 Gains Momentum in Bourgogne, France

Beaune Set to Host Landmark International Gathering for the Future of Wine Tourism As preparations continue for the inaugural Global Wine Tourism Day on June 17, 2026, in Beaune, Burgundy, the event is rapidly emerging as one of the most significant international forums dedicated exclusively to wine tourism. Hosted at the renowned Cité des Climats

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What Napa and Sonoma’s Tasting Fee Cuts Mean for the Future of Global Wine Tourism

For decades, Napa Valley and Sonoma County represented the gold standard of premium wine tourism. Exclusive tastings, luxury hospitality, and elevated visitor experiences helped establish California Wine Country as one of the world’s most successful wine tourism destinations. Today, however, a significant shift is underway. Faced with declining visitation, changing consumer preferences, and broader challenges

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One Photo, One Iconic Winery, One Unforgettable Napa Valley Experience

Finally received my photo from the grand reopening of Robert Mondavi Winery a few weeks ago in Napa. What an exceptional experience. From the beautifully reimagined hospitality spaces to the seamless blend of innovation, architecture, and winemaking heritage, the winery remains one of Napa Valley’s most iconic destinations. It was a privilege to be part

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Unique Wine Tourism Experiences – Portugal’s Cork Harvest: How a 2,000-Year-Old Tradition Is Becoming Wine Tourism’s Next Great Experience

Each spring as vineyards across Europe enter a period of rapid growth, another harvest quietly unfolds across Portugal’s landscapes, one that is increasingly attracting the attention of wine travellers, sustainability advocates, and experiential tourists. The annual cork harvest season has officially begun across Portugal, marking the return of one of the world’s oldest and most

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