It’s a collective endeavour; properties across the region working together have made significant progress. In 2014, 35% of the Bordeaux vineyards were qualified by environmental certification, in 2019 this has reached 65%. Certification covers sustainable to organic and biodynamic agriculture. Wine tourism is a perfect way for producers to share their passion for their terroir
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TRIVENTO Trivento has just won the Hallbars Sustainability Reports Awards 2020 for the best report from an Argentine winery. The Trivento Sustainability Report 2018 received this distinction and is being exhibited with other reports at the Alfred Nobel House in Björkborn, Karsloga, Sweden from September 3rd to November 9th, 2020. https://hallbars.org/reports-exhibition Trivento has made sustainability
Rheinhessen has numerous wineries that set great store on sustainability – and the trend is rising. This is a sign that many wine-growing companies realise that sustainability and wine tourism are not necessarily mutually exclusive. Here are two examples. Sheep in the vineyards at Jean Buscher winery Established in 1844, the Jean Buscher winery has
Wine tourism is an economic model of sustainable development with a strong capacity of enhancement, playing a strategic rule in the distribution of tourist flows. It is certainly a sustainable restart model to take as an example. Consumers are becoming more aware about the environmental consequences of their choices as the increased attention to sustainable
There is one name in the world of fine wine that is hallowed the world over. This revered wine region has influenced almost the entirety of New World wines, and sets the standard for what is considered “fine wine”. It is, of course – Bordeaux. Breathtakingly beautiful Bordeaux is the capital of Southwest France, and
On Wednesday September 2nd, the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV)* and the Great Wine Capitals Global Network had the pleasure to meet virtually to celebrate the recent observer status of the Network at the OIV. The President of the OIV, Regina Vanderlinde, addressed the opening speech expressing her desire of a fruitful feedback relationship between the
A good tourist destination has to have: 1. Tourist attractions: places that arouse interest. They can be natural or cultural. In the case of wine tourism, it will of course involve wine, vineyards, wineries, related festivals, museums, etc.Mendoza is the Malbec capital of the world! Visiting the terroir that produces the best Malbec in the
The basics for any place that wants to be known as a wine destination is, for sure, producing high quality wines. But is that all there is to it? Not even close. Wine tourism is an ever-growing travel trend and its concept has been widened and developed over the years. If in the past it all
Rioja, located in the Ebro river valley between two majestic mountain ranges, offers visitors spectacular landscapes, dotted with a patchwork of vineyards, rivers and rolling hills. We are a compact region, measuring 120 km by 60 km (72 by 36 miles), making it easy to discover. There are more than 200 wineries open
Staying Home with Wine Spectator: Apéritif Wine Cocktails We’ve been juggling lots of roles this year! For news editor Mitch Frank, that means lots of activities for the kids, and appreciating the opportunity for an end-of-day cocktail. He introduces us to his gin and Americano creation, the Allora. Aug 19, 2020
South Australia is indisputably Australia’s wine state, producing 50% of all bottled wine and 80% of premium wine. It makes sense then that some of Australia’s best dining experiences are found in Adelaide, one of the Great Wine Capitals of the world. A great dining experience is a perfect blend of food, environment, service and
As a luxury wine hotel, The Yeatman takes on the place of an embassy for the best national wines. The secret is well kept in its award-winning wine cellar, which has one of the most complete and diverse collections of Portuguese wines. All the wines that are part of this anthology are gathered in the
Sommelier, a generator of experiences In a globalized world, differentiating yourself from others is the challenge. Despite the wide range of products available, many menus offer similar options, due to the popularity of some brands, sought after by customers because of their marketing campaigns. Here is where sommeliers can make a difference. Their advice
The University of Verona offers both undergraduate and graduate programs which cover multiple aspects of the wine sector. Specifically, the undergraduate program in “Viticultural and Oenological Science and Technology”, associated with the Department of Biotechnology, aims at developing competences and skills in the field of grape and wine science and technology, providing knowledge that can be
Since 2004 the children of Mendoza receive information about the world of wine already in primary school. Since 2007, the Wine Fund (www.fondovitivinicola.com.ar) offers training for teachers Mendoza has been a pioneer in introducing the winemaking subject in children’s education. at all education levels. The program is called “La vitivinicultura hace escuela” (Winemaking sets a