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Cite du VinBORDEAUX :: One of Bordeaux’s most iconic sites, Cité du Vin is both a museum dedicated to the cultural heritage of wine and a lively space with a range of gastronomic activities, and can be enjoyed alone, with friends or with family. You will find exhibitions, shows, movie projections and academic seminars on the theme of wine located in Bordeaux, France. This is where your exploration in Bordeaux begins.

March 2023




Colchagua ValleyCOLCHAGUA VALLEY :: The Colchagua Valley is the leading zone for the production of fine wines in Chile. La Ruta del Vino del Valle de Colchauga is an association of 13 vineyards. They are the first tourist circuit of the wine created in Chile, since 1996. From the central office, in Santa Cruz City, they organize, coordinate, sells and produce tours to the main vineyards, restaurants, hotels and attractions in the Valley of Colchagua. Each winery to be visited has its own history and individual charm, many of which have a long family tradition, together with the latest technology incorporated for the production of their fine wines, which you will have the chance to taste and acquire at special prices. To experience this visitor friendly wine destination visit the Valle de Colchagua web site or call tham at (56-72) 823 199 or fax to (56-72) 825 458

July 2023




TUSCANY :: Tourists and wine lovers visiting the Chianti district from all over the world can vacation in the midst of history, living inside an abbey, sleeping in the ancient monks’ cells of Badia a Coltibuono which have be converted into 10 comfortable rooms. Badia a Coltibuono is launching the first "Wine Resort" in Chianti, opening up places previously reserved only for residential cookery courses, to travelers and visitors who want to share a truly coltibuono special experience. Here it will be possible to encounter the magic of a unique venue, to observe the slow yet intense rhythm of the thousand year old Abbey and the Farm, with its various activities, along with the surrounding woodland, finding myriad opportunities for sophisticated relaxation. A night’s sleep in one of the monastery’s ancient cells, which have been converted into welcoming and comfortable bedrooms, and being engulfed by the art and history of the centuries old structure at Badia a Coltibuono is an experience to be remembered. This is the charm of bed and breakfast at Badia a Coltibuono, a new way to capture the secrets of the Chianti wines. Phone: (+39) 0577 74481

September 2023




NAPA VALLEY :: At The Wine Foundry you can become part of the winemaking fraternity Wine  Foundry making unique, ultra-premium wines no matter where you live. Launched in 2012 by a small team of creative entrepreneurs and like-minded wine industry veterans, they set the standard for next generation winemaking by utilizing the latest technology and collaborating with the most coveted vineyards in the Napa Valley and Sonoma growing regions. The experience and no-excuses commitment to quality result in world-worthy wines, which routinely earn scores in the mid-90s. Located in Napa Valley, you may craft world-class wines from legendary vineyards. We utilize the latest techniques and tools to create wines of the highest caliber. Engage with the winemaking process, from sorting grapes at harvest if you like, through the blending and bottling of your wine. Regardless of where you live or your level of experience, our team is with you step-by-step. Go to their web site and download the Vineyard Guide for more information. Phone: (707) 637-8821

September 2023






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