Wine Travel Awards 2025–2026

The second stage of the 5th anniversary Wine Travel Awards – the jury selection of WINNERS – is now complete.

We thank our esteemed judges for their thoughtful choices and congratulate all our laureates. By June 1, each winner will receive their Diploma, trophy, and gift certificate.

In the Wine Travel Awards, there are no losers – only a global community of professionals and visionaries who illuminate the world of wine tourism.

Our journey continues with optimism, curiosity, and a shared belief in the unifying power of wine culture.

 

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Latest stories of the nominees

Champagne Joseph Perrier: A New Spotlight After Its Wine Travel Awards Victory Champagne Joseph Perrier: A New Spotlight After Its Wine Travel Awards Victory France Some Champagne houses rise through spectacle; others through quiet, consistent excellence. Joseph Perrier, founded in 1825 in Châlons‑en‑Champagne, has long belonged to the latter category. This year, however, the house stepped confidently into the international spotlight: its first‑ever nomination for the Wine Travel Awards – and an immediate win in the public vote. A recognition that feels perfectly timed. More
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Articles & Interviews

London Wine Fair 2026: The Year of the Debutants London Wine Fair 2026: The Year of the Debutants Great Britain Almost no one remembers it today, but Olympia, London's exhibition centre in Kensington, stands on the site of a vineyard that grew here back in the 19th century. And that fact is a good key to the central message of London Wine Fair 2026. Because a vineyard that was once here and then vanished is a story about how the world's wine map is never final. It is forever being crossed out and drawn again. This year, it was the newcomers holding the pen. More
The man and the method The man and the method This interview appears on the Wine Travel Awards platform because its author – Kateryna Yushchenko, DipWSET – is not only a wine journalist and influencer, but also a nominee of the Wine Travel Awards 2025–2026. Her long form conversation with Ernst Loosen offers rare insight into the thinking of one of the most influential figures in modern Riesling, making it a natural fit for the WTA community, which celebrates excellence, innovation and global wine tourism. More
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About WTA

Welcome to the Wine Travel Awards (WTA), a global platform dedicated to recognizing and elevating excellence in wine tourism. The WTA goes beyond traditional awards by offering a 1.5-year marketing campaign that boosts visibility and engagement across multiple international markets.

Our annual awards serve as a cost-effective advertising and information campaign, spotlighting outstanding people, regions, wines, and local products in countries around the world. With a community spanning over 42 countries, the WTA connects a diverse network of professionals, from small businesses to large enterprises. Joining the WTA gives you access to valuable partnerships, collaboration opportunities, and the tools to stand out in the competitive wine and tourism industry. We’re here to help you make a lasting impact globally.

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Wine Travel Awards Guide 2024-2025 – Fouth Edition

The Wine Travel Awards are delighted to announce the launch of the WTA Guide 2024-2025, an annual prestigious publication that showcases members of the WTA community from 45 countries. This guide serves as an essential resource, offering a panorama of inspiring experiences and highlighting influential personalities in the realm of wine tourism. The Guide is available in print and will be distributed at major international wine and wine tourism events in 2026, including Wine Paris, ProWein, and the London Wine Fair, among others. Additionally, a digital version of the Guide can be accessed via the link below or at digital kiosks at Wine Paris and ProWein throughout the year.
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