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A Montefalco 2025: Celebrating an Entire Region Beyond the Sagrantino Grape

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The third edition of A Montefalco took place on June 17–18, 2025, in the beautiful medieval village of Montefalco, Umbria. Building on the success of the reimagined event that began in 2023, this year’s celebration honoured not only the current vintage release of Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG but also the full diversity of wines produced across […]

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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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Porto Reimagined: How Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel Is Defining a New Model for Wine Tourism in Northern Portugal

Portugal, Uncategorized, Wine, Wine News, Wine Tourism, Wine Trade, Wine Trends, Wines of Portugal / liz admin

An exclusive interview by Liz Palmer with Francisco Viana Brito, General Manager Northern Portugal has long lured travellers with its riverside romance, cobbled streets, and legendary port wine. But now, a new chapter in luxury hospitality is unfolding along the banks of the Douro. At the heart of it sits Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia, a

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Celebrating Excellence in Global Wine Hospitality: 2025 Regional Winners of The World’s Best Wine Lists Announced

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The World of Fine Wine has just unveiled the winners of the 2025 World’s Best Wine Lists – Regional Category Awards, which honour outstanding achievements in global wine hospitality. Following a rigorous evaluation process, leading establishments across six major global regions: Asia, Australasia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, North America, and South & Central

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An Exclusive Encounter with Opus One: A Vertical Tasting of Napa’s Crown Jewel

Articles, California Wine, Tourism, Travel, Wine, Wine and Food Pairings, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Tourism, Wines of California / liz admin

Tucked into the western benchlands of Oakville, Opus One stands as a beacon of sophistication and legacy in Napa Valley winemaking. During a recent visit, I was invited to experience a rare vertical tasting that spanned some of the estate’s most celebrated vintages. This exclusive encounter offered more than a glimpse into the artistry behind

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The Opus One Experience: Napa’s Crown Jewel of Wine Tasting

Articles, California Wine, Tourism, Travel, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Review, Wine reviews, Wine Tourism, Wine Trends, Wines of California, Wines of USA / liz admin

History and Vision The story of Opus One is not simply that of a winery; it is the embodiment of a groundbreaking partnership that transformed American winemaking. Conceived in 1978 and officially founded in 1980, Opus One was born from the visionary alliance between two legendary figures: Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Château Mouton Rothschild

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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?

Articles, Wine, Wine Economics, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Research, Wine Trade, Wine Trends / liz admin

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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Exploring the “Wines of Portugal” Tasting Room in Lisbon’s Terreiro do Paço

Portugal, Tourism, Travel, Uncategorized, Wine, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Tourism, Wine Trade, Wine Trends, Wines of Portugal / liz admin

Lisbon’s vibrant energy flows through its grand avenues, pastel façades, and historic waterfront, yet one of its most compelling experiences lies quietly in a corner of the city’s most iconic square. Tucked into the western wing of Praça do Comércio, also known as Terreiro do Paço, the Wines of Portugal Tasting Room, operated by ViniPortugal,

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AliveTaste’25 Elevates Portugal’s Wine + Gastronomy at Pestana Palácio do Freixo

Articles, Portugal, Wine, Wine News, Wine Tourism, Wine Trade, Wines of Portugal / liz admin

In the heart of Portugal’s storied wine country, where centuries-old traditions meet contemporary elegance, this year’s AliveTaste’25 was nothing short of a sensory revelation. Held at the magnificent Portuguese Baroque Pestana Palácio do Freixo – DOURO. The event unfolded as a harmonious symphony of taste, culture, and refined hospitality. The event was attended by an eclectic

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