California • 02/02/2026 Exploring post and beam wine: Napa Valley’s tradition and elegance in every glass
Italy • 10/04/2026 Miani wine in Friuli Venezia Giulia: an intimate journey through Enzo Pontoni’s vineyards
California • 07/07/2026 A refined guide to the vines in Livermore, CA for wine‑focused travelers Discover how the vines in Livermore, CA provide a quiet, family-friendly base for serious wine travelers, with nearby wineries, routes, seasonal tips, and practical planning advice. by Giselle Lorraine-St. Pierre
California • 08/07/2026 Traveling with children in wine country: where the kids play while you taste Practical guide to wine country travel with children, including family-friendly Napa and Sonoma wineries, a 2024 sample itinerary, packing checklist, and data-backed tips for planning tastings, picnics, and vineyard days with kids.
California • 04/07/2026 An elegant guide to the prettiest wineries in Napa Valley Discover the prettiest wineries in Napa Valley, from castles and châteaux to design-forward estates, plus tasting fees, timing tips, and a simple one-day route for unforgettable vineyard views. by Giselle Lorraine-St. Pierre
California • 03/07/2026 A refined guide to the most scenic vineyards in Napa Valley Plan a refined Napa Valley itinerary around the region’s most scenic vineyards, from Carneros and the Silverado Trail to Calistoga hillside estates, with practical tips on reservations, tasting prices, and vineyard views. by Rohan Choudhury
California • 06/07/2026 Judgment day at fifty: visiting Stag's Leap during the anniversary year that changed American wine Plan a Stag's Leap Judgment of Paris anniversary visit in 2026. Explore S.L.V. vineyard walks, structured tastings, Napa Valley trip ideas and how to book key events around this historic wine milestone.
California • 02/07/2026 A refined stay at Summerwood Inn Winery in Paso Robles wine country Discover Summerwood Inn Winery in Paso Robles wine country: a nine-room winery inn with estate vineyards, Rhône and Bordeaux style wines, gourmet breakfast, daily tastings and sustainable farming in the Templeton Gap District. by Kaelin Thornfield
The case for becoming a wine region regular: why repeat visitors matter more than first-timers Vineyard Travel Guides • 01/07/2026 The case for becoming a wine region regular: why repeat visitors matter more than first-timers Discover why returning to the same wine region deepens your travel, boosts winery loyalty, and supports sustainable wine tourism through repeat visits, wine clubs, and personalized experiences.
The Venetian Lagoon's hidden vineyard: why Venissa and its Dorona grape deserve a detour from Venice Italy • 29/06/2026 The Venetian Lagoon's hidden vineyard: why Venissa and its Dorona grape deserve a detour from Venice Discover Venissa estate on Mazzorbo island in the Venetian Lagoon: a walled vineyard, rare Dorona grape, lagoon cuisine and intimate wine resort stay just a vaporetto ride from Venice.
California • 21/06/2026 A refined guide to family friendly wineries in Sonoma Discover the best family-friendly wineries in Sonoma County, from biodynamic vineyards and historic cellars to farmstead estates with games and pools, plus practical tips for planning a relaxed wine tasting day with kids. by Giselle Lorraine-St. Pierre
France • 24/06/2026 The Champagne house that opens its fourth-century cellars: a visit to Joseph Perrier in Châlons Discover why a Champagne Joseph Perrier cellar visit in Châlons-en-Champagne feels so intimate, from Gallo-Roman tunnels and chalk cellars to cuvée royale tastings and practical tips for planning your tour.
Spain • 19/06/2026 Spain's gastro-tour revolution: where wine routes now share the road with olive oil trails Discover how Spain’s wine and olive oil gastro routes combine vineyards, mills, and regional cuisine into one seamless tasting journey, with tips for Andalusia, Castilla-La Mancha, Rioja, Navarra, and Priorat.
France • 18/06/2026 Peak season or off-peak mind: how savvy wine travelers navigate the July-August vineyard rush Strategic summer wine travel peak season tips for families: early tastings, midweek visits, smart storage and off-peak mindsets in Napa, South Africa and beyond.
California • 17/06/2026 India's vineyard explosion: how Sula turned Nashik into Asia's most visited wine destination Discover how Nashik evolved into India’s wine capital, with Sula Vineyards at its core. Learn how to get there, when to visit, where to stay among the vines, and how Nashik’s wine tourism compares globally.
Spain • 12/06/2026 Altún in Rioja: a golden route through Bodegas Altún and the Ebro vineyards Explore the golden meaning of altún at Bodegas Altún in Rioja. Learn how to read Spanish wine labels, understand concrete vats and French oak, and design a Baños de Ebro to San Vicente wine route with full bodied reds, elegant aromas, and a long finish. by Giselle Lorraine-St. Pierre
California • 12/06/2026 The sommelier's carry-on: what wine professionals actually pack for a vineyard trip A sommelier level guide to what to pack for a vineyard wine trip, from winery outfits and footwear to tasting tools, palate prep and note taking systems.
California • 12/06/2026 Budget vineyard trips that still feel luxe: how to access tasting quality without cellar-door prices How to plan budget vineyard trips that still feel luxe, with smart tasting strategies, passes, timing tips and insider advice for Napa, Finger Lakes and beyond.
Italy • 05/06/2026 What your vineyard visit funds: how wine tourism revenue is rebuilding rural communities Discover how wine tourism sustains rural economies worldwide, from Italy and Spain to Moldova, with data-backed figures, concrete examples, and practical tips for travelers who want their tasting-room spending to support land, heritage, and local communities.
Italy • 29/05/2026 Aglianico among the ruins: Pompeii's 2,000-year winemaking revival and how to taste it Plan a Pompeii vineyard wine tasting visit that links Mount Vesuvius, Aglianico vines, and the ruins of Pompeii. Discover how this small-scale project funds conservation while offering one of Campania’s most atmospheric wine experiences.
California • 27/05/2026 The wine tourist of 2026 drinks less but spends more: what the industry reset means for your next trip How Napa Valley wine tourism is shifting from casual tastings to high-value, reservation-only experiences, with data from BMO, OIV, Sovos, Deloitte, SVB and California CDFA on spending, volume declines and premium travel trends.
France • 25/05/2026 Meursault gets a new address this July: Maison Le Chevreuil and what it signals for Burgundy wine travel Discover Maison Le Chevreuil, a newly renovated wine hotel and restaurant in the heart of Meursault, offering design-led rooms, restaurant Terre, and easy access to top Côte de Beaune vineyards.
