For many fans of Napa Valley, the sight of the restaurant at Meadowood Resort engulfed in the flames of the Glass fire this week was heartbreaking. To Meadowood co-owner and vintner H. William Harlan, it was one more obstacle to be conquered. Meadowood was Harlan’s first real-estate purchase in the valley. He bought what was
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The relationship between alcohol and cancer is complex. Research has linked moderate alcohol consumption with a lower risk of some cancers including lung cancer and colon cancer. Other studies have shown a link between even light alcohol consumption and other cancers, particularly breast cancer. A new study from a team of U.K. and Australian researchers
Updated Sept. 28, 8:15 p.m. PDT The communities of Napa and Sonoma counties have been stunned and humbled by the devastation and uncertainty brought by the wildfires that continue to rage there. The Glass Incident fires, which ignited Sept. 27, have consumed more than 36,200 acres, destroying homes, wineries and other businesses, with countless others
“Brutal” and “relentless” were the words one California winemaker used after receiving evacuation alerts early this morning. The Glass fire, which ignited just before 4 a.m. near the community of Deer Park, quickly spread to the eastern foothills between Calistoga and St. Helena in the heart of Napa Valley and has grown to 2,500 acres
Zachys auction house scored big in its European debut Sept. 12, thanks to a consignment from the Grand Award–winning restaurant Enoteca Pinchiorri. The New York–based auction house sold over 2,500 bottles from restaurant owner Giorgio Pinchiorri’s world-renowned cellar in Florence, Italy, bringing in a total of $4.1 million. The event took place at Cabotte Wine
It has been an unprecedented year for Sonoma’s vintners, who have grappled with COVID-19, tasting room shutdowns, wildfires and smoke, but that couldn’t stop the annual Sonoma County Wine Auction from going ahead this past weekend. One of the top charity auctions held in California wine country, it went virtual for 2020, with online events
Chef Thomas Keller’s Wine Spectator Grand Award winner the French Laundry in Yountville, Calif., resumed indoor service this month with the launch of a luxurious new dining format. For $850 per person, parties of two to eight guests can book a lone table in one of the restaurant’s three storied dining rooms. The private atmosphere
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
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
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
After the period of confinement imposed on the country and the whole world by the new coronavirus pandemic, the economy is starting to gradually reopen, and as so tourism resumption is also being prepared. In order to reinforce visitors confidence in the destination, tourism players have been studying the necessary changes and planning new procedures
Since March 20th, the Argentine national government declared the mandatory quarantine for the general population with suspension of classes and closing of non-essential businesses. This decision was based on the confirmation of the first coronavirus cases in the national territory and aimed to contain the spread of infections. The wine industry was in the midst
Soar over breathtaking vistas like the Peak Walk on Glacier 3000, the Kuklos in Leysin, the Lavaux vineyards and the Chasseron cliffs. Admire Lausanne Cathedral, Joux Lake and Château-d’Oex. Dive into the heart of the Roman arenas of Avenches and the natural expanses of the Grande Cariçaie. Board one of the ships of the CGN,
“We will soon be able to welcome you again with open arms.You’ll soon be able to marvel at our landscapes,feel our sun on your face and share in our lifestyle.Until then, look after yourselves and those around you.Thank you for your support.” This quote from the Spanish National Tourist Office on its US website
The lockdown has postponed what should be the beginning of the wine tourism season in Bordeaux, but hope springs eternal and the Châteaux of Bordeaux are preparing for future visitors. The international clientele is important for wine tourism, with chateaux welcoming guests in many languages. As borders remain closed, the start of the season will
Come and meet the young generation of wine makers and managers who are ringing the changes in Bordeaux and are keen to meet their clients face to face to share their passion, building experiences some of which are also aimed at a younger generation. One of the key ways the younger generation is pioneering
The role of the winemaker has changed and evolved in the past years: from being secluded in the winery it has expanded to be the main communicator and an expert trader of his products. These Young Guns are making new rules, exploring different ways to come up with new products that not only surprise but
Young, fresh, innovative – the “Mainz Wine Salon” (Mainzer Weinsalon) is an association of 20 young winemakers of Rheinhessen that offers cultural, high-quality after-work parties in Mainz. In this way, they bring high quality wines closer to the people – uncomplicated and combined with culture and food! Obviously, these young talents are not just about
On the light of this context, how do we take the most out of it and thrive in this challenging industry? Be authentic: be you! It is true that everything has already been invented, but you are unique! Put your strengths on stage and make them the highlight of your own memorable experience. Customers no