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Fourth Edition – Wine Travel Awards 2024-2025 – Announces the Winners! The whole world On April 30, the main voting stage of the Wine Travel Awards 2024-2025 came to an end. Our distinguished panel of judges has made its decision, and we are proud to announce the names of the winners and extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the participants of this year’s campaign – a campaign that united representatives from 44 countries around the world! More

From Gatekeepers to Storytellers: Moving Beyond the Score in Wine Writing In the world of wine, scores and evaluations from journalists and critics have long served as veiled guides to uncovering the next exceptional bottle, assisting everyone from casual drinkers to seasoned connoisseurs. More

A Second Step into History: In the Footsteps of Titan London Wine Fair Judgment of London: Europe leads by a small margin! On May 20, the London Wine Fair's Judgment of London took place, and already on May 21, the organizers published the verdict — so we can discuss the results. The Drinks+ media group would like to thank the London Wine Fair organizers and events director Hannah Tovey personally for the honor of being the information partner of this exceptional event. More

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Events

Game of Bubbles: Champagne vs. Sparkling Wines from Around the World at London Wine Fair 2025 Great Britain Last year, Drinks+ proudly joined a select group of international media outlets supporting the high-profile debut of Judgement of London — an event paying homage to Steven Spurrier’s legendary 1976 “Judgment of Paris”, which sparked wide discussion across the global wine community. Inspired by the resonance and success of that tasting, London Wine Fair returns with a thrilling new theme: “Battle of the Bubbles”, promising equally heated debates among experts and sparkling wine enthusiasts alike. More

The Wine Industry’s Turning Point: Insights from Meininger’s Wine Conference 2025 Germany The morning light filtering through Hotel Kö59's grand windows illuminated a wine industry at a crossroads as over 100 global wine executives gathered for the third annual Meininger's Wine Conference on March 15. More

The Future of Sustainable Wine Tourism: WTA Navigating a Changing Industry Germany ProWein 2025 showcased innovations and fresh approaches in the ever-evolving wine and spirits industry, addressing both global and regional challenges. For today’s winemakers and all those involved in the wine industry value chain, adapting to shifting consumer preferences and embracing sustainable practices is more crucial than ever. More

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News

The Wine Travel Awards 2024–2025 announced the Winners of public voting The whole world On April 1st, an essential phase of Wine Travel Award 2024–2025 – the public voting stage – concluded. We are thrilled to announce the winners and extend our congratulations to all participants! More

Meininger‘s Wine Conference 2025 German As the countdown to ProWein 2025 begins (the clock is ticking – just 3 days left!), with its grand opening on Sunday, 16th March, the wine world turns its attention to the Meininger’s Wine Conference. More

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Stories of the nominees

San Salvatore 19.88: sharing Cilento’s voice on the international stage Italy WTA is proud to share news from our Public Voting Winner, Azienda Agricola San Salvatore 1988, a winery deeply rooted in the traditions and landscapes of Cilento, Campania. More

The Wines of South America Brazil/Argentina What comes to mind when you think of Brazil? Carnival, vibrant social gatherings, beaches gilded by an unrelenting sun, and the electric energy of football, no doubt. But fine wine? Likely not the first association. Yet Brazil's winemaking history stretches back nearly five centuries – a legacy as intricate as its cultural mosaic. More

Armenia & Georgia: Exploring the Birthplace of Wine and Its Vibrant Tourism Armenia/Georgia Armenia and Georgia, two of the world’s oldest winemaking nations, offer an unforgettable journey through history, culture, and exceptional wines. With ancient traditions, unique grape varieties, and breathtaking landscapes, these neighboring countries are a paradise for wine lovers seeking authenticity and adventure. More

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Articles & Interviews

From Wine and Architecture to Empowerment: The Story Behind Women in Wine Portugal Portugal In this insightful interview, Micaela Fonseca, a Portuguese architect and wine producer, opens up about her unique journey from architecture to founding Women in Wine Portugal, a pioneering initiative that champions gender equality in the wine industry. More

Behind the Scenes of IWINETC 2025: Crafting a Global Wine Tourism Experience in South Moravia The Czech Republic The International Wine Tourism Conference (IWINETC), a cornerstone of the global wine tourism industry since 2009, will host its 2025 edition at Mikulov Castle in South Moravia, The Czech Republic, on March 26-27. More

The Sustainable Wine Roundtable: A Global Vision for Change Great Britain James Streeter, the dynamic Chair of the Sustainable Wine Roundtable (SWR), is a visionary leader with over 25 years of expertise. James has been at the forefront of environmental innovation, from the oil fields of North Siberia to shaping sustainability across the food and beverage sectors. More

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Videos

Cloudy Bay is 40 years New Zealand One of New Zealand's most distinguished wineries turns 40 this year. More

The first Deep Sea Aging Wine of Taiwan Taiwan We are thrilled to showcase our nominee, Domain Vino Formosa from Taiwan! Domain Vino Formosa is developing unique wine tourism programs centered around Taiwan’s emerging viticulture. More

Monsoon Valley Vineyards – rich taste of Thailand Thailand The unique climate, high-level service, variety of excursions and entertainment programs, gorgeous beaches of the Gulf of Thailand, the "city of angels" and incredible variety of seafood make Thailand one of the world's centers of tourism. But it turns out that Thailand is also about great wines. And the proof is Monsoon Valley. More

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