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Current trends

01/06/2026

When the winemaker hands you pruning shears: why harvest participation is replacing the standard tasting

Why hands-on harvest participation is replacing standard tastings, with insider guidance on vineyard work, timing, costs and choosing authentic wine harvest experiences.

Aglianico among the ruins: Pompeii's 2,000-year winemaking revival and how to taste it

Italy

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29/05/2026

Aglianico among the ruins: Pompeii's 2,000-year winemaking revival and how to taste it

Meursault gets a new address this July: Maison Le Chevreuil and what it signals for Burgundy wine travel

France

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25/05/2026

Meursault gets a new address this July: Maison Le Chevreuil and what it signals for Burgundy wine travel

The wine tourist of 2026 drinks less but spends more: what the industry reset means for your next trip

California

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27/05/2026

The wine tourist of 2026 drinks less but spends more: what the industry reset means for your next trip

Moldova's underground wine city: why the world's largest cellar is drawing 60% more visitors

France

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22/05/2026

Moldova's underground wine city: why the world's largest cellar is drawing 60% more visitors

Spotlight

Italy

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29/04/2026

Eighteen million and counting: inside Italy's wine tourism explosion

Discover how Italy wine tourism 2026 is reshaping rural escapes for couples, from Vinitaly Tourism and FINE Italy to emerging vineyard regions beyond Tuscany and key planning tips.

Shipping wine home from vacation: customs clearance, packing tricks and duty thresholds

Learn how to ship wine home from vacation legally and safely, from US and EU customs rules to airline baggage limits, packing tips, and when to use professional wine shipping services.

Georgia's qvevri and SHUMI: the 8,000-year wine pilgrimage

Italy

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03/05/2026

Georgia's qvevri and SHUMI: the 8,000-year wine pilgrimage

Plan a georgia wine travel qvevri journey, from SHUMI Winery in Kakheti to family marani cellars, with expert tips on routes, seasons, tastings and budgets.

Vinitaly 2026 signals a shift: Italy makes wine tourism a permanent pillar

How Vinitaly’s new wine tourism format in Verona is reshaping Italian vineyard travel, from economic data to curated routes across key wine regions.

by Jules Dupont-Dumas

Finding genuinely eco-friendly wineries: a checklist for the conscientious traveler

Sustainable Practices

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07/05/2026

Finding genuinely eco-friendly wineries: a checklist for the conscientious traveler

Learn how to plan an eco-friendly wineries visit, understand organic, biodynamic, Salmon Safe and LIVE certifications, and choose sustainable wine regions like Oregon’s Willamette Valley and Sonoma without sacrificing wine quality or travel pleasure.

by Daiyu Zhang

When the vineyard goes green: how sustainability became wine tourism's new currency

Sustainable Practices

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26/04/2026

When the vineyard goes green: how sustainability became wine tourism's new currency

Discover how to plan sustainable wine tourism: understand organic vs biodynamic vs sustainable wineries, verify eco claims, reduce your travel footprint, and choose vineyard experiences that genuinely support local communities and landscapes.

by Jules Dupont-Dumas

Sleeping among the vines: how to choose the right vineyard accommodation

California

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06/05/2026

Sleeping among the vines: how to choose the right vineyard accommodation

Learn how to choose the right vineyard stay in California wine country, from winery-owned villas to farmhouses, with tips on pricing, value, booking strategies and what to expect from a true vineyard accommodation experience.

Wine Travel Awards 2026: Georgia, Venice and the Andes claim the spotlight

Discover how the latest Wine Travel Awards spotlight Georgia’s SHUMI Winery, Venissa Estate in the Venetian Lagoon, Austria’s Burgenland and Argentina’s Uco Valley, with transparent voting, no entry fees for wineries and practical details for planning high-end wine tourism trips.

Southwest Airlines' new 'Sip and Ship' lets you fly wine home for free

Southwest Airlines’ Sip and Ship program lets wine country travelers check one free case of wine from Santa Rosa, San Diego and Las Vegas, with clear baggage rules, packing tips and cost savings for Sonoma County and West Coast trips.

by Jules Dupont-Dumas

Planning a vineyard trip that delivers: booking windows, routes and the details that matter

California

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21/04/2026

Planning a vineyard trip that delivers: booking windows, routes and the details that matter

Plan a California wine country itinerary with purpose: learn how many wineries to visit per day, when to book tastings, sample daily timing and costs, transport tips, and how to keep your vineyard trip relaxed and memorable.

Beyond the tasting pour: what an immersive wine experience actually looks like

Discover what truly defines immersive wine experiences, from harvest volunteering and vineyard tours to blending workshops and vineyard-to-table dining, plus tips for choosing authentic wine tourism offerings.

Which wine is sweet for refined palates on vineyard journeys

Learn which wine is sweet for refined vineyard travel, from dessert wines and port to moscato, with practical tasting, pairing, and itinerary advice.

Loire sauvignon blanc journeys through France’s most graceful valley

Plan an elegant Loire sauvignon blanc journey through France’s Loire Valley, with expert tips on terroirs, tastings, prices, and vineyard visits for wine travelers.

Pinot noir and pinot meunier: refined routes for vineyard and champagne travel

Plan refined wine journeys around pinot noir and pinot meunier, from Champagne to Napa, with expert tips on vineyards, tastings, and sparkling wine styles.

Alsace grand cru wines and the shift from varietal to terroir focused labeling

Understand how Alsace Grand Cru labeling moved from mandatory varietal mentions to terroir focus, and learn to read labels, plan vineyard routes, and taste with confidence.

Turkish wine journeys through Anatolia’s most characterful vineyards

Explore turkish wine across Anatolia’s vineyards, from kalecik karasi to Urla’s coastal blends, with expert tips for planning refined, wine-focused travel in Turkey.

A refined journey through d’Angerville: volnay premiers crus and meursault elegance

Explore d’Angerville through Volnay premiers crus, Meursault whites, and the historic town of Angerville for an elegant, terroir driven wine travel itinerary.

by Jules Dupont-Dumas

Miani wine in Friuli Venezia Giulia: an intimate journey through Enzo Pontoni’s vineyards

Italy

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10/04/2026

Miani wine in Friuli Venezia Giulia: an intimate journey through Enzo Pontoni’s vineyards

Explore Miani wine in Friuli Venezia Giulia, from Enzo Pontoni’s vineyards in Colli Orientali to rare sauvignon blanc, ribolla gialla, and refosco cuvées.

Understanding fine wine meaning for vineyard travel and tasting journeys

Discover what “fine wine” really means for vineyard travelers: how sommeliers explain it, which regions to visit, how to judge age-worthiness, and key market figures from Statista and Liv-ex.

by Jules Dupont-Dumas

Essential wine reading: the best wine books for vineyard‑bound travellers

Sommeliers' Insights

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31/05/2026

Essential wine reading: the best wine books for vineyard‑bound travellers

Discover the best wine books for vineyard travel, from reference classics and visual guides to sommelier manuals and memoirs, and learn how to use them to plan richer, more confident wine trips.

by Giselle Lorraine-St. Pierre

When the winemaker hands you pruning shears: why harvest participation is replacing the standard tasting

Italy

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29/05/2026

Aglianico among the ruins: Pompeii's 2,000-year winemaking revival and how to taste it

France

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25/05/2026

Meursault gets a new address this July: Maison Le Chevreuil and what it signals for Burgundy wine travel

California

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27/05/2026

The wine tourist of 2026 drinks less but spends more: what the industry reset means for your next trip

France

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22/05/2026

Moldova's underground wine city: why the world's largest cellar is drawing 60% more visitors

Inside Tasting Australia 2026: what ten days of eating and drinking across South Australia revealed

Tasting Events

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18/05/2026

Inside Tasting Australia 2026: what ten days of eating and drinking across South Australia revealed

Wine country, slow: vineyard yoga, thermal spas and the wellness side of wine travel

California

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15/05/2026

Wine country, slow: vineyard yoga, thermal spas and the wellness side of wine travel

Overtourism in Napa and beyond: can popular wine regions protect what makes them special?

California

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17/05/2026

Overtourism in Napa and beyond: can popular wine regions protect what makes them special?

Summer 2026 winery openings: the tasting rooms worth booking early

California

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13/05/2026

Summer 2026 winery openings: the tasting rooms worth booking early

Uco Valley uncorked: a week in Argentina's most dramatic wine country

Spain

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11/05/2026

Uco Valley uncorked: a week in Argentina's most dramatic wine country

How to book a vineyard stay that delivers: from tasting-room proximity to harvest-season timing

France

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20/05/2026

How to book a vineyard stay that delivers: from tasting-room proximity to harvest-season timing

Why the winemaker's story should decide your next vineyard trip

France

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10/05/2026

Why the winemaker's story should decide your next vineyard trip

First-time vineyard visits: the timing, transport and etiquette rules nobody tells you

California

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08/05/2026

First-time vineyard visits: the timing, transport and etiquette rules nobody tells you

Wine festivals to circle this spring: where to sip, taste and discover in 2026

Tasting Events

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04/05/2026

Wine festivals to circle this spring: where to sip, taste and discover in 2026

Burgenland by bicycle: Austria's quietest wine region at pedalling pace

Italy

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06/05/2026

Burgenland by bicycle: Austria's quietest wine region at pedalling pace

The winery tour is over: what replaced it and why that matters

France

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07/05/2026

The winery tour is over: what replaced it and why that matters

Wine Varieties

An elegant traveller’s guide to the best Chardonnay wines and vineyards

White Wines

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30/05/2026

An elegant traveller’s guide to the best Chardonnay wines and vineyards

Plan unforgettable wine trips around the best Chardonnay wines. Explore key regions like Burgundy, Napa, Sonoma, Australia, and Canada, with practical travel tips, tasting advice, and award insights for Chardonnay-focused journeys.

An elegant guide to good Pinot Noir under 30 for vineyard travelers

Discover how to plan vineyard trips around good Pinot Noir under $30, from key regions like Sonoma, Santa Lucia Highlands, and Willamette Valley to tasting tips, food pairings, and value-focused travel advice.

by Sébastien Clairvaux

Vineyard Travel Guides

A refined guide to Austria’s erste OTW lage vineyard experiences

Italy

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19/03/2026

A refined guide to Austria’s erste OTW lage vineyard experiences

Plan an elegant Austrian wine journey with this in depth guide to erste OTW lage vineyards, from Kamptal and Kremstal terroirs to key estates and travel tips.

Grenache blanc macabeu in the glass: elegant vineyard journeys in southern France

Explore grenache blanc macabeu in Languedoc Roussillon with expert tasting notes, food pairings, and refined vineyard travel tips for white wine lovers.

Wine Tasting Tips

Reading wine notes like a sommelier during vineyard travels

Wine auction news for November: what travelers to vineyards need to know

Tasting Events

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23/05/2026

Wine auction news for November: what travelers to vineyards need to know

Cabernet food pairing for refined vineyard journeys

Wine Pairing

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11/03/2026

Cabernet food pairing for refined vineyard journeys

What to wear on a wine tour for effortless style and comfort

Tasting Events

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06/03/2026

What to wear on a wine tour for effortless style and comfort

Winemaking Process

How the Bordeaux 2025 harvest is reshaping wine travel and cellar plans

Harvesting & Crushing

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20/05/2026

How the Bordeaux 2025 harvest is reshaping wine travel and cellar plans

Concise guide to Bordeaux 2025 harvest news for wine-focused travellers: early picking, low yields, fresh classic wines, key estates, travel timing, and what to expect in the glass.

How much does a bottle of wine weigh when you travel for vineyards and tastings?

Discover how much a bottle of wine really weighs, with kg and lb figures, practical packing tips for vineyard travel, and guidance on luggage, shipping, and home storage.

by Rohan Choudhury

Wine & Food Pairings

What wine goes with pizza for an elegant, travel inspired table

France

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20/02/2026

What wine goes with pizza for an elegant, travel inspired table

Learn what wine goes with pizza, from Margherita to pepperoni, with expert pairing tips for vineyard-focused travelers seeking elegant, relaxed dining.

by Rohan Choudhury

Special Occasion Menus

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17/01/2026

Curating special occasion menus for unforgettable wine and vineyard travel experiences

Explore expert strategies for curating special occasion menus with perfect wine and food pairings during wine and vineyard travel. Elevate your next celebration.

by Liam O'Malley