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Global Wine Tourism Day 2026 to Debut in Beaune Beaune wine tourism The Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne and Global Wine Tourism Day become a meeting place for the visionaries shaping the future of the global wine world. More

Pioneers of the journey: The Wine Travel Awards, wine tourism, and the awakening of Ukrainian wine Some words wear out through overuse and yet never lose their function. “Pioneers” is one of them. In its strict – and useful – sense, it describes those who are among the first to introduce, develop, or implement ideas, products, technologies, or business models capable of opening markets or transforming industries. More

Raise Your Glasses: 2026 Promises a Vintage Year for Wine Tourism The year ahead is already gathering pace – and 2026 looks set to propel ambitious wine‑tourism brands across Europe faster than a Brit can remark on the weather. With the Year of the Fire Horse on the horizon, Drinks+ Communication Media Group has mapped out an energetic first half of the year, filled with high‑profile industry events and strategic collaborations. More

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Events

WINE PARIS 2026: BE SPIRITS! BE NO! Let’s be happy! France Vinexposium is elevating its WINE PARIS 2026 event with a broader scope and a refreshed strategic vision. Wine Paris, the international wine exhibition, is expanding, restructuring and adapting to shifting global beverage trends. For the first time, three dedicated hubs – Wine Paris, Be Spirits and Be No – will be housed under one roof, presenting the full spectrum of alcoholic and no‑alcohol drinks. With this move, Vinexposium reinforces its position as a key force within the global wine industry, responding proactively to major market transitions. The Drinks+ media group continues its long‑standing role as an information partner to the event, while Ukraine stands out with participant growth exceeding 70 per cent. More

Ukrainian Cuisine and Wines at the Foire Internationale de Dijon 2025 France This autumn, in the French city of Dijon – renowned for its culinary traditions – one of Europe’s most vibrant gastronomic events is taking place: Foire Internationale de Dijon 2025. More

Global Old Vine Conference to Be Held in California for the First Time USA This autumn, winemakers, researchers, and wine enthusiasts from around the world will gather in California to celebrate the enduring magic of old vines. The initiative comes from Sarah Abbott MW – a British wine expert, marketer, and judge of the Wine Travel Awards (2022-2023). More

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News

Global Culinary Travel Awards Celebrate 10 Years and Invite Industry Leaders to Apply USA The Global Culinary Travel Awards mark their 10th anniversary this year, celebrating a decade of recognizing destinations, businesses, and professionals who advance culinary culture and strengthen communities through outstanding food and beverage experiences. More

Paris. Ruffino. Signature Tour An evening where Italian wine heritage, contemporary craftsmanship and high cuisine converged with effortless grace: the Ruffino Signature Tour dinner at the Bvlgari Hotel Paris offered a rare opportunity to experience the wines of this iconic estate in two brilliant dimensions within a single event. Drinks+ contributor Oleksandra Minenko-Decamps had the chance to witness it first-hand. More

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Stories of the nominees

Wine Tourism Workshop by Madalena Vidigal: Professional Training in March 2026 Portugal The WTA team is pleased to welcome Madalena Vidigal to our community. Madalena is the founder of Entre Vinhas and the host of 5 Minutos de Vinho, a popular Portuguese wine podcast. She also teaches wine tourism at several educational institutions. More

Casa Ruffino Becomes a New Nominee in the Fifth Anniversary Wine Travel Awards Italy Italian winery Ruffino has joined the lineup of nominees for the fifth anniversary of the Wine Travel Awards with its historic estate, Casa Ruffino – Tenuta Poggio Casciano, located in the heart of Chianti. The Renaissance villa seamlessly combines centuries-old winemaking traditions with modern gastronomy and hospitality, offering visitors an immersive Tuscan experience. More

The “Underwater” Pioneers of the Wine World Italy/Taiwan The world of wine is increasingly turning its attention not only to soils and climate, but also to the ocean. Underwater wine ageing – a practice that until recently seemed exotic – has evolved into a deliberate experiment embraced by winemakers across the globe. More

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Articles & Interviews

Mauricio González-Gordon: The Art of Thinking in Generations Spain There are very few wine companies that can speak about the 19th century in the present tense. Fewer remain family-owned after nearly 190 years and operate across 105 markets worldwide. González Byass sits in that rare category. More

Hannah Tovey: «The importers have always been the bedrock of London Wine Fair. As largest global importer of wine, their presence is an essential part of the show’s success» Great Britain On the cusp of 2026, a headline from London sent ripples through the global wine community: Britain’s most influential wine event, the London Wine Fair, has been acquired by a new company, Vindustrious. Yet for participants, the shift proved far less dramatic than it first appeared – the new venture is led by none other than the fair’s long‑standing Head of London Wine Fair, Hannah Tovey. Drinks+ had the privilege of speaking with Ms Tovey about the evolution and future direction of this iconic exhibition. Given the scale of the changes, our conversation turned out to be a long one – but well worth your patience. More

Lady May. Her Journey with Wine France/South Africa In May 2025, Madame May‑Éliane de Lencquesaing, known worldwide as Lady May, turned 100. It felt like a sign from the universe – for that same year marked the 100th anniversary of Pinotage, the flagship grape of South Africa, where the estate still overseen by Madame May‑Éliane is located. And the stars aligned happily for Drinks+, as the legendary Lady May found the time to give an exclusive interview to our media. We are immensely proud that such an extraordinary figure in the world of wine shared with our readers both her precious time and her bright, inspiring thoughts. More

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Videos

Master Wine Tourism with Madalena Vidigal Portugal The WTA team is delighted to welcome Madalena Vidigal to our community. As the founder of Entre Vinhas and host of the popular podcast indicate 5 Minutos de Vinho, Madalena has been sharing her expertise in wine tourism for many years. More

Great news from the world of wine tourism France At the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne (Beaune, France), the date of the first-ever Global Wine Tourism Day has been officially announced – the event will take place on 17 June 2026, bringing together leading experts and industry professionals from around the globe. More

15 Years of Success and a Passion for Wine – Beykush Winery Celebrates Its Anniversary! Ukraine The communications media group Drinks+ & Wine Travel Awards warmly congratulates Beykush Winery, which was among the nominees of the project at the very beginning. More

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