If you don’t know where to travel to next but know you love wine, why not start there? We’ve rounded up the best wine festivals and events happening around the world, and one of them might just spark your next holiday idea…
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Barcelona Wine Week
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Date: 03/02/24 – 05/02/24
Toast to a week of unparalleled wine experiences at Barcelona Wine Week, where you can savor over 600 Spanish wine labels from small, artisan wineries to recognized brands in the market. Elevate your palate with masterclasses, tastings, and a deep dive into Spain’s rich vinicultural heritage, all set in the heart of Barcelona.
The Vedema
Location: Santorini, Greece
Date: 22/10/24
Join together in celebrating the rich tradition of winemaking as you follow the journey of grapes from harvest to barrel, with pressing beginning in late August under the stars, men braving must fumes, and Vinsanto grapes sun-dried for ten days before pressing. Culminating on October 22nd, the feast day of St. Averkios, barrels are blessed and opened, and the new wines are joyously tasted amid festivities, songs, and dances.
Raw Wine
Location: New York, USA
Date: 10/11/24 – 11/11/24
Experience the best of natural wine at Raw Wine New York. Taste complex, artisanal wines from producers around the world. Meet winemakers, learn about sustainable, organic winemaking, and discover pure, delicious wines that are kind to the planet.
Madeira Wine Festival
Location: Funchal, Portugal
Date: 25/08/24 – 15/09/24
Embark on a sensory journey through the heart of Madeira’s winemaking heritage at the enchanting Madeira Wine Festival, held annually during the first two weeks of September. As the island comes alive with the buzz of the harvest season, join in on the festivities that pay homage to the prized and timeless elixir that is Madeira wine. From spirited street parades to captivating wine tastings, the festival offers a kaleidoscope of experiences that showcase the essence of Madeira’s wine culture.
Bardolino Grapes and Wine Festival
Location: Lake Garda, Italy
Date: 03/10/24 – 07/10/24
Indulge in the essence of Bardolino’s renowned wine culture at the Bardolino Wine Festival, celebrating its 93rd edition in the heart of this picturesque town. Discover the allure of Bardolino Doc wine as the centerpiece of a five-day extravaganza featuring a diverse array of events. From captivating music concerts and theatrical performances to enlightening guided tours, immerse yourself in the world of wine production and appreciation.
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Author: Lily Owen
Last updated: 31/07/2024
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