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
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.
France • 22/05/2026 Moldova's underground wine city: why the world's largest cellar is drawing 60% more visitors Plan a Moldova wine tourism visit with this guide to Mileștii Mici, Chișinău-based wine tours, key regions like Codru, Ștefan Vodă and Valul lui Traian, costs and practical tips.
France • 20/05/2026 How to book a vineyard stay that delivers: from tasting-room proximity to harvest-season timing Learn how to book a vineyard stay that matches your wine travel style, with realistic nightly costs, timing tips, transport advice and key questions to ask winery hosts before you reserve.
California • 17/05/2026 Overtourism in Napa and beyond: can popular wine regions protect what makes them special? Overtourism is transforming wine tourism in regions from Napa and Bordeaux to Chianti and Rioja. Explore how overcrowding affects tasting rooms, residents and landscapes, and how sustainable wine routes and conscious travel choices can protect vineyard destinations.
California • 15/05/2026 Wine country, slow: vineyard yoga, thermal spas and the wellness side of wine travel Discover what a true wine wellness retreat in a vineyard spa looks like, how to choose a genuine wellness-focused wine resort, and how to plan a family-friendly yoga, spa and wine itinerary in regions like Napa Valley, Tuscany and Douro Valley.
Spain • 11/05/2026 Uco Valley uncorked: a week in Argentina's most dramatic wine country Plan an elegant Uco Valley wine trip in Argentina with altitude vineyards, Bodega La Luz del Vino, key wineries, day-by-day structure, travel tips and insider advice.
France • 12/05/2026 Shipping wine home from vacation: customs clearance, packing tricks and duty thresholds Learn how to ship wine home from vacation legally and safely, from US and EU customs rules to airline baggage limits, packing tips, and when to use professional wine shipping services.
California • 08/05/2026 First-time vineyard visits: the timing, transport and etiquette rules nobody tells you Plan your first vineyard day like a pro, from reservations and transport to what to wear, tasting etiquette and family friendly routes in Napa and Martha’s Vineyard.
France • 10/05/2026 Why the winemaker's story should decide your next vineyard trip Discover what makes a winemaker vineyard visit experience different from a standard tasting, how to book winemaker hosted tours in Napa, Sta. Rita Hills and Texas, and the key questions to ask for a deeper, more memorable wine country visit.
France • 07/05/2026 The winery tour is over: what replaced it and why that matters Discover how the future of wine tourism is shifting from scripted group tours to immersive, small-scale vineyard experiences, with France leading a global move toward deeper storytelling, sustainability, and higher-value visits.
California • 06/05/2026 Sleeping among the vines: how to choose the right vineyard accommodation Learn how to choose the right vineyard stay in California wine country, from winery-owned villas to farmhouses, with tips on pricing, value, booking strategies and what to expect from a true vineyard accommodation experience. by Daiyu Zhang
