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Contents• Edito ..................................................................................................... 1

• Best Of Wine Tourism .......................................................................... 2

• Great Wine Capitals Global Network................................................... 3

• Bilbao-Rioja (Spain) ............................................................................. 4

• Bordeaux (France)................................................................................ 9

• Bordeaux Awards location .................................................................... 10

• Cape Town (South Africa)................................................................... 21

• Florence (Italy) ................................................................................... 25

• Mainz-Rheinhessen (Germany) ......................................................... 30

• Mendoza (Argentina) .......................................................................... 35

• Porto (Portugal) ................................................................................. 40

• San Francisco-Napa Valley (USA)...................................................... 43

• Wine tourism incoming travel agencies .............................................. 48

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ART AND CULTURE

The Great Wine Capitals Global Network is proud to present another

edition of the best examples of wine tourism destinations in the

world. “Best Of Wine Tourism 2009” is in its seventh year of

existence, and building a reputation for collecting under its banner

the most tourism efficient, dynamic, beautiful, environmentally and socially

friendly wineries.

One of the main objectives of the Network, from a tourism perspective, is to make

wineries with public facilities more accessible, coupled with a professional, enjoyable

experience. To this end, there is a strong emphasis on training and service

excellence - “Best Of” winners are heavily scrutinised for this element during

judging. It’s not sufficient to have the views, product or even reputation if you don’t

have world-class service. And service starts before the guest arrives at the property.

Technology has become increasingly vital in the marketing and communication

strategy of competing wineries. The secret is to capture the potential visitor early

in the decision process. E-mobility through hand-held technology supported by slick

websites is the future of our day. Consumers have become the new commentators,

with platforms to express opinions and relate experiences like blogs and social

networking sites leading the way to a next generation of communication.

We wish you numerous unforgettable experiences as you embark on your Global

wine tour, whether it is Bilbao|Rioja, Bordeaux, Cape Town, Firenze, Mendoza, Porto,

San Francisco|Napa Valley or latest member Mainz|Rheinhessen.

Clarence JOHNSON, Executive Mayor (Cape Town-Cape Winelands)

President of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network 2009

Find all the Best Of Wine Tourism winners since 2004 on our websitewww.greatwinecapitals.com and find out how to experience vibrantcities and world class wines through our GWC Travel Network (see p. 32).

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The 8 member cities of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network

(Bilbao-Rioja, Bordeaux, Cape Town, Firenze, Mainz-Rheinhessen,

Mendoza, Porto, San Francisco-Napa Valley) are pleased to present

the 2009 selection of the most original, innovative vine and wine sites

for visitors.

An international panel of experts examined applications from each

of the wine regions in the Network, in seven categories covering

the whole spectrum of wine tourism:

• Architecture, parks and gardens,

• Art and culture,

• Innovative wine tourism experiences,

• Accommodation,

• Wine tourism services,

• Sustainable wine tourism practices,

• Wine tourism restaurants.

The winners of the competition are listed in this guide, and guarantee

visitors:

• a genuine, top-quality reception,

• an original, innovative way of discovering the local heritage,

• a range of services to meet the strictest requirements.

Great Wine CapitalsGlobal Network

The Great Wine Capitals is a Network of eight major global citieswhich share a key economic and cultural asset: their internationally-renowned wine regions. The purpose of the Great Wine CapitalsGlobal Network is to bring them together in order to forge specialrelationships, undertake exchanges, and develop co-operativeprogrammes.

E-mail : [email protected]

www.greatwinecapitals.com

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Bilbao-Rioja

SPAIN

Bilbao-Rioja

Bilbao, the most important city in northern Spain, islocated on the coast of the Bay of Biscay. It is today a

rich and vibrant city, with important cultural spaces such asthe Guggenheim Museum, and the gleaming, arched foot-bridge, the Pasarela de Uribitarte, designed by SpaniardSantiago Calatrava. It is also the gateway to the Rioja wineregion, with its centuries old traditions and rich and variedregional cuisine.The architectural treasures of Bilbao – where even themetro system has been designed by Sir Norman Foster,winner of the prestigious Pritzker Architecture Prize – hascarried over into its neighbouring wine district, and thestunning scenery of Rioja is contrasted with an ever gro-wing number of startling, excitingly designed wineries, cel-lars and welcome centres.

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AzurmendiLegina Auzoa - 48195 LarrabetzuTel. +34 944 558 866 - [email protected]

Located in the village of Larrabetzu, Bizkaia, and under the direction of its innovative chef,this restaurant has been included in the international circle of the most prestigiousrestaurants. A pleasant environment in which wines are given the same meticulous care

as food. Its select international winelist is guaranteed to satisfy even themost demanding connoisseurs.

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Fundación Dinastía VivancoCtra. Nacional 232 - Km. 442 - 26330 BrionesTel. +34 941 322 305 - [email protected]

The Dinastía Vivanco Wine Documentation Centre, located at the Dinastía Vivanco Museumof Wine Culture in Briones, La Rioja, has upheld its aim since 2004: to gather the largestdocumentary collection in the world - 8,000 monographs - on wine and wine culture, andmake it available, free of charge, thanks to new technologies, to scholars, scientists and

anyone curious about this millenariandrink and its unparalleled legacy.

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Bodegas Alicia RojasVirgen del Pilar, 1 - 26004 AusejoTel. +34 941 430 010 - [email protected]

Bodegas Alicia Rojas offers a unique “close to nature” experience. Visitors will discoverthe secrets of wine growing in the surrounding vineyards and explore the Atlantic-Mediterranean landscape, full of wild flowers, birds and wildlife, taking exciting andwondrous walks. A guided visit to the wine cellar and a tasting session of the wines and

local regional specialties, farmed onthe property itself, all come togetherfor a relaxing and unforgettable stay.

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Bodegas Viña IjalbaCtra. Pamplona, Km. 1 - 26006 LogroñoTel. +34 941 261 100 - [email protected]

Wine lovers will be able to check Viña Ijalba´s commitment to the environment throughthe talk about how they recovered gravel extraction soils to plant the vineyards and thegreen filter they use to purify sewage waters to irrigate the vines and gardens later on.Visitors will also be provided with details about the alternative power sourcesfor the energy used in the winery, and the recovery of all those native grape varieties that

existed in the area some decades ago.

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Catarsis - Fundación Logroño TurismoPortales, 50 - 26001 LogroñoTel. +34 941 243 320 - [email protected]

Catarsis, from Greek Kaqaroiv: a deep purifying inner experience which will restoreharmony, peace and joy in people’s minds, is a cycle of activities linking wine tourism, cultureand gastronomy, comprising a visit to an emblematic winery located in Logroño, capitalof La Rioja (Bodegas Darien, Franco Españolas, Juan Alcorta, Marqués de Murrieta,

Marqués de Vargas, Olarra, Ontañón, Velezor Viña Ijalba), with a concert, a wine tastingand the finest quality regional gastronomy.

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Bodegas DarienCtra. Nacional 232. Km. 7 - 26006 LogroñoTel. +34 941 258 130 - [email protected]

Bodegas Darien is an inspiration among vineyards. Integration with the delicate landscapewas a pre-condition; sustainability, a principle; order, practical functionality and the incorporationof the latest winemaking technology, an obligation. If the outside design of the winery hasbeen conceived to blend into the landscape, its interior has been perfectly designed tohouse all the processes and technology needed to develop the best high quality wines.

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ARCHITECTURE, PARKS AND GARDENS

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Marqués de Riscal,a Luxury Collection HotelC / Torre 1 - 01340 Elciego (Álava)Tel. +34 945 180 880 - marietherese.pachmann@luxurycollection.comwww.luxurycollection.com/marquesderiscal

Marqués de Riscal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, represents the efforts of this old viticulturalregion in Elciego to promote modernity and innovation within the ‘City of Wine’ project.Designed by the prestigious architect Frank Gehry, the hotel is run by the Starwood Hotels& Resorts chain, under its prestigious trademark The Luxury Collection. The hotel offerstourists unique experiences in the world of wine.

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Bordeaux

FRANCE

Bordeaux

Ideally located in southwest France, close to the chicresorts of the Cote d’Argent and just two hours from the

Pyrénées mountains, the Unesco World Heritage city ofBordeaux is one of the most revered names in the world ofwine, with over 2,000 years of wine making history and awealth of technical expertise.The region is a fascinating mix of stately XVIII th châteauxin the Médoc, thousand-year old towns and villages inSaint-Emilion and the Libournais and the recently-renova-ted city centre, with its abundance of wine bars andgourmet restaurants.The different wine regions in Bordeaux are easy toexplore, with more and more properties offering excitingexperiences to the wine tourist, from hands-on workshops in crus classés châteaux to horse riding through the vinesin the rolling hills of Entre-Deux-Mers.

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Château CarbonneauChâteau Carbonneau - 33890 Pessac-sur-DordogneTel. +33 5 57 47 46 46 - [email protected]

Château Carbonneau is a family-owned property of 50 hectares located just 20 minutesfrom Saint-Emilion. Built in the XIX th century, the Château and its gorgeous Napoléon IIIglass roof are surrounded by 2 hectares of parks and gardens. Visitors are offered aguided tour through the wine cellars, followed by a wine tasting session and may chooseto finish the day with a candlelit dinner on the large terrace. The French/New-Zealand

owners’ personable approach means visitorsare sure to have an unforgettable stay.

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Château CablancCablanc - 33350 Saint-Pey-de-CastetsTel. +33 5 57 40 52 20 - [email protected]

Château Cablanc is located in a delightful, green valley. Close to the château,“Loustalet” is a rural lodging with recognized labels: “Gite de France”, “Gite Bacchus”,and “Charme et Caractère”. Visitors are welcomed to the “gîte”, in a quiet, comfortableand spacious environment. “The Secrets of the Valley”, an original, tailored-made visitfor families, is an easy and fun way to discover and enjoy the vines and wines with

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Château d’Agassac15, rue du Château d’Agassac - 33290 Ludon-MédocTel. +33 5 57 88 15 47 - [email protected]

At only quarter of an hour away from Bordeaux, we find one of the oldest wineriesof the Médoc region. A remarkable estate, a XIII th century château and renowned qualitywines are the basis points for this property. Home to counts and fairytales, Agassac isthe first French château to have introduced audio-visual visits on i-Pods (copyright).These wine-teractive visits satisfy both “young princesses” and “valiant knights”

curiosity, while also those a little older;connoisseurs in high expression wine.

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Château Haut-Bailly103, route de Cadaujac - 33850 LéognanTel. +33 5 56 64 75 11 - [email protected]

Located on the outskirts of the city of Bordeaux, Château Haut-Bailly, a Graves classifiedgrowth, is an outstandingly beautiful estate well worth discovering. A variety of refinedrooms is on offer, from small seminars to large business meetings, catering to everyvisitor’s needs. Tours by appointment in French, English and German. Lunch or dinner

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Château Franc Mayne14, la Gomerie - 33330 Saint-EmilionTel. +33 5 57 24 62 61 - [email protected]

Château Franc Mayne, First Rank Growth of Saint-Emilion, is a 7 hectares winery offeringyear round wine tasting visits by appointment. Visitors will discover their modern technicalequipment, magnificent quarry-like wine cellars and XVIII th century Post House. Nine differentrooms are available in the main house, Le Relais de Franc Mayne, each one beautifullydecorated. The contemporary garden and natural swimming pool guarantee a relaxing time

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Château La Rose Bellevue5, les Mourriers - 33820 Saint-Palais - Tel. +33 5 57 32 66 54service.commercial@chateau-larosebellevue.comwww.chateau-larosebellevue.com

Château La Rose Bellevue is located in Blaye (Côtes de Bordeaux). The owners receivevisitors with genuine warmth and charm, offering wine tastings and cellar visits. The SecretGarden, an intimate and peaceful little picnic garden, with a BBQ available, overlookspleasant views of the vineyard and the Gironde River. Innovative seafood and wine tasting

cruises on the estuary of the Gironde are alsooffered, departing from the Citadel of Blaye,listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

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SOUTHAFRICA

Cape Town

Cape Town is the southernmost metropolis in SouthAfrica, placed at the confluence of the Atlantic and the

Indian Oceans, with a history of winemaking that stretchesback over three centuries. Its pleasant Mediterranean climatemakes it a perfect destination for year-round breaks,and the international attractions of Cape Town arecomplemented by 13 winegrowing regions within easyreach of its beaches, restaurants, and iconic TableMountain. Wine tourists can explore the stunning sceneryof Stellenbosch and Paarl, the gourmet secrets ofFranschhoek, or the wild outdoors of the Klein Karoo andthe majestic Cederberg Mountains. Most wineries - fromtraditional Cape Dutch stately buildings, to architecturally-designed contemporary spaces - offer cellar door experiences,gourmet restaurants, well stocked boutiques and tailoredwine tasting experiences.

The properties presented for Cape Town are the 2008 winners.

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Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain VineyardsDassenberg Road - 7690 FranschhoekTel. +27 218 762 770 - [email protected]

Five star boutique hotel situated on a working wine farm. All 16 bedrooms and 6 suitesare individually decorated. The focus is on an ultimate gourmet winelands experience,with 2 restaurants to choose from, as well as picnics in the vineyards, wine tasting,cellar tours, and wine paired dinners. Activities include: a gymnasium, swimming pool,

wellness area, bicycles, walking trails &horse riding.

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VergelegenLourensford Road - 7130 Somerset WestTel. +27 218 471 334 - [email protected]

The most prestigious and awarded wine estate offering its 100 000 annual visitorsa unique world class combination of heritage, environment and hospitality againstthe backdrop of a 300 year tradition. The estate has hosted high level dignitaries which

include Nelson Mandela, Queen Elisabeth IIand ex-President Bill Clinton.

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DelheimKnorhoek Road - 7600 StellenboschTel. +27 218 884 600 - [email protected]

Visitors are welcomed seven days a week all year round to enjoy cellar tours, tastings,the restaurant, beautiful gardens and scenery. Delheim has a rigorous conservationmanagement plan and also founded the Klapmutskop Conservancy where severalecotourism initiatives have been established. The Delheim community is supported

by BEE, training, financial assistance, avegetable garden and a crèche.

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Rustenberg WinesPO Box 33 - 7599 StellenboschTel. +27 218 091 200 - [email protected]

Rustenberg, a historic wine farm cradled by the Simonsberg, upholds traditional values asa modern player in the global wine market. Founded in 1682, the family-owned farm builds

on centuries of quality production in ele-gant, complex Rustenberg wines, expres-sing a unique terroir, and a lively Bramptonrange, epitomising New World exuberance.

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Wellington Wine Walk (Obiqualand Tours)94 Blouvlei Road - 7665 WellingtonTel. +27 823 358 [email protected] / [email protected]

This leisurely paced 3 days and 3 nights 45 km wine walk encompasses the best thatWellington wine tourism has to offer. Guests stay at upmarket guest houses, on historicHuguenot farms whilst luggage is safely transported. They are accompanied by accredited

tour guides on trails with spectacularviews. They sample locally produced wineandolive products and meet the best winemakers - a double gold wine experience!

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Country Kitchen Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain VineyardsDassenberg Road - 7690 FranschhoekTel. +27 218 762 770 - [email protected]/eat-country-kitchen.asp

Just outside Franschhoek, at Mont Rochelle hotel and Vineyards, lies the Country Kitchen.A small menu belies the most fabulous selection of ingredients, from delicious salads to a variety of pasta's and wonderful desserts. Enjoy Mont Rochelle wines by the glass,or opt for a wine tasting with your meal. The rustic decor, complete wiht fresh potted herbsand authentic wooden tables, huge candelabra and friendly staff make for a gastronomic

experience. Picnic baskets are made to order,to enjoy under big trees in the garden or atthe dam nearby.

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Florence

ITALY

Firenze

One of the most evocative names in the world, Florenceis located in the heart of Tuscany, a region of rolling

hills, stately cypress trees, ancient olive groves and endlessvistas of vineyards reaching down to the Mediterranean sea.The Medieval city of Firenze, with its iconic art galleries andmuseums, is protected by UNESCO, and is also theperfect base for exploring the wine-regions of Tuscany.The heart of Tuscany is found among the central hillsof Chianti, and its soul in the Sangiovese grape, makingrich and gentle Chianti Classicos. Wine tourism hereunrolls at the same leisurely pace as the rest of life - artcourses among the vines, walking or horse riding throughvineyards, food and wine match making the most of the luscious Italian foodstuffs, from sun-drenched tomatoesto rich wild boar pastas.

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Villa PetrioloVia di Petriolo, 7 - 50050 Cerreto Guidi (FI)Tel. +39 057 155 284 - [email protected]

The owner of Villa Petriolo, Silvia Maestrelli has a belief that creativity isn’t confined to theancient art of making quality wine; in 2008 the property announced the second edition ofthe “The Days of Wine and Roses” literary award. The competition was created to promoteunpublished works by Italian and foreign authors, based on wine, and creatively explore

the relationship between wine, economy,landscape, marketing and history.

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Barone Ricasoli - Castello di BrolioCantine del Castello di Brolio - 53013 Gaiole in ChiantiTel. +39 057 777 301 - [email protected]

The Osteria del Castello is located at the foot of a cypress-lined lane leading up to thesplendid Brolio mansion, surrounded by the incredible scenery of the estate park andvineyard-covered hills. The restaurant is run by Chef Franco Sangiacomo, with experiencein up-market restaurants in Italy and abroad. Fresh, seasonal ingredients and Tuscantraditions are the distinctive elements Sangiacomo employs to prepare regional disheswith his personal touch. The menu is served along with the Barone Ricasoli wines,

exalting their aromas.

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Castello di Fonterutoli - Tenute MazzeiVia Ottone III di Sassonia, 5 - Fonterutoli - 53011 Castellina in Chianti (SI)Tel. +39 057 774 138 5 - [email protected]

The winery’s aim is to offer wine lovers one of the best examples of Chianti Classico andof Italian wine-making in general. The new cellar in Fonterutoli has already been definedas “the most impressive in the entire Chianti region” (Decanter). The building has a verylow environmental impact, and includes three underground levels. It was designed by the family architect, Agnese Mazzei. The wine cellar is particularly striking, with exposedbare rock walls, and holds up to 3,500 barrels, in addition to those contained in the

ancient cellars.

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Due&Venti Travelvia Cassia 6 - 50144 FirenzeTel. +39 349 854 652 4 - [email protected]

Due&Venti is a creative Florentine company specialized in events, tourism, and wedding creations.Their experience in managing events, business and leisure leads them to build a unique and dedica-ted niche. The company offers a variety of accommodation in Florence, located in prime downtownareas or in the countryside. Conventional and customized tours in the Tuscan countryside can bearranged to taste dairy products or to learn the processing techniques of products in farms or

wineries. No sights will have gone unseen in thelocal historical cities after a tour with Due&venti!

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Podere Poggio a CampoliVia Fornace Casavecchia, 7 - Campoli - 50024 San Casciano Val di PesaTel. +39 055 821 839 4 - [email protected]

The estate is situated on the Southwest side of the Chianti hills where the calcareous land, themildness of the climate and the laboriousness of men enhance the production of quality wines.The owners have long researched to rescue the almost extinct grapes and applying the organicfarming techniques since 1998. They now obtain wines rich in savours and personality, whichrecall ancient country memories. The farm includes an ancient cellar and a main building, dating

back to the XII century, where the guest housefor tourists is situated.

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Relais VignaleVia Pianigiani, 9 - 53017 Radda in Chianti (SI)Tel. +39 057 773 830 0 - [email protected]

Relais Vignale is situated in the heart of the Chianti Classico region, halfway between Florenceand Siena. The estate dates back to the XII century and has been tastefully restored, maintainingthe charm of an elegant country manor house, whilst incorporating all the facilities one wouldexpect to find in a four-star hotel. It offers a variety of rooms and suites each with their own individual character. Other facilities include a heated outdoor swimming pool, and a wine shop

where guests may enjoy a free tasting.

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Treno del Vino e Stazione del Vino - Wine StationStazione di Torrenieri - 53024 Torrenieri (SI)Tel. +39 800 650 177 - [email protected]

The presence of the ancient Montalcino railway station, disused for 20 years, and itsstrategic position, make Torrenieri the ideal location to host a “Disneyland” of wine.Amongst the railway scenery, there is a welcome and knowledge centre aboutthe wine culture which leads the keen on wine or just curious tourists through the worldof wine in a professional but amusing way. Everything is based around the personality

of Roberto Cipresso defined as “Poet of the Terroir” by Robert Parker, a guru in the wine field.

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Mainz

GERMANY

Mainz-Rheinhessen

The city of Mainz is a vibrant German wine centre that

borders the great wine rivers of the Rhine and the Main,

in the state of Rheinland-Pfalz.

It is home to the German Wine Institute, the German Wine

Fund, and the Association of German Prädikat Wine Estates

(VDP. Die Prädikatsweingüter), which brings together the top

winemakers of Germany with the wine merchants of the world.

No less than six wine regions surround the cathedral city -

including Rheinhessen, Germany’s largest wine-growing area.

Today a young generation of winegrowers has reinvigorated

the region with their creativity, passion and know-how,

getting the fullest expression out of local grape varieties

Riesling, Müller Thurgau and Spatburgunder (Pinot Noir).

The city of Mainz is known for its university, its great food

and drink scene, and the excellence of its cultural centres

such as the Gutenberg Museum.

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Interessengemeinschaft Urlaub beim RheinhessenwinzerHauptstraße 79 - 81 - 55237 FlonheimTel. +49 673 494 040 - [email protected]

The Association comprises 50 wine estates with guesthouses, hotels and holidayapartments, ranging from 2 to 5-star facilities. Along with agreed market presence,there are also joint programs and tours. Members welcome their guests, includingthose who choose to discover Rheinhessen by bicycle, from vineyard to vineyard,

ensuring that tourists enjoy their holidays.

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Bioweingut LorenzGaustraße 28 - 55278 FriesenheimTel. +49 673 797 03 - [email protected]

The Lorenz organic winery stands for ecological wine culture, top quality, open hospitalityand a real zest for life. To enable future generations to enjoy a viable environment, Lorenzsupports an intact ecosystem by handling natural resources responsibly and workingin the vineyard and cellars following EU ecological rules, using renewable energies.

The winery seeks to pass on this awarenessto guests at numerous events.

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Gästehaus ResslerObergasse 21 - 55296 HarxheimTel. +49 613 871 55 - [email protected]

Located at the centre of the beautiful vintage heart of Harxheim, Guesthouse Ressleroffers eleven rooms, each with its own distinctive flair, one specially designed for disabledpeople. Opened in 2007, it has been classified as a 5-Star Guesthouse by the German

Tourism Association in 2008, the highestrank available in this category.

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Gebert´s WeinstubenFrauenlobstraße 94 - 55118 MainzTel. +49 613 161 161 9 - [email protected]

The restaurant, now in its fifth generation, can seat 48 guests in friendly, modernsurroundings, uniting elegance with over a hundred years of wine tradition. Thecombination of historic charm and informality has gained its nickname “Mainz Living

Room”. The food backs continuity andregionalism and the wine list includes over150 great wines from the region.

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Kultur und Weinbotschafter Rheinhessen e.V.Ernst-Ludwig-Straße 2 - 55283 NiersteinTel. +49 613 392 766 7 - kultur-und-weinbotschafter@gmx.dewww.kultur-und-weinbotschafter.de

More than 80 trained tour guides offer a great variety of visits, sightseeing tours and tripsall over Mainz and Rheinhessen in over ten different languages (including Norwegian,Finnish, Arabic and Turkish). The “wine-ambassador” will guide you to the best sights and

winemakers, the most exquisite restaurantsor one of the numerous historical and culturalsites all over the region.

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Racke - Besucherzentrum Haus KupferbergKupferbergterrasse 17-19 - 55116 MainzTel. +49 613 192 30 - [email protected]

Kupferberg Visitors’ Centre offers an attractive range of art artifacts, cultural history,pleasure and live events. The Museum displays a large collection of historic sparkling wineglasses, early poster art and the original art nouveau pavilion from the 1900 World

Exhibition in Paris. The finely carved historicwine casks and medieval and Romancellars extending deep below ground arefascinating.

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Restaurant im Weingut der Stadt MainzObergasse 3 - 55296 HarxheimTel. +49 613 898 066 0 - [email protected]

Just a stone’s throw away from the best Harxheim southern slope sites, refined regionalcuisine and first-class wines from the restaurants’ own vineyards come together in anabsolutely inspired, culinary symbiosis. Located in an old manor house dating from 1725,

the owners attach great importance inadapting the restaurant concept to existingconditions.

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Mendoza

Mendoza, located in mid-west Argentina, at the feet of the Andes Mountains, is the country’s 4th largest

city, and is the vibrant heart of its wine making, accountingfor almost 70% of the output of an increasingly sophisticatedand dynamic industry.Its exceptional climate allows the best grapes to ripen,among them the signature grape of Argentinean wine -Malbec.Wine tourism is as dynamic as the rest of the wine sector,with high-altitude wineries within easy reach of the city thatoffer spectacular views of the snow-capped Andes, andgleaming new installations opening up with a variety ofhigh-end eateries, sleek tasting rooms and sumptuousaccommodation.One of the world’s most exciting emerging wine tourismdestinations.

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Bodegas y Viñedos O.Fournier - UrbanLos Indios s/n - 5567 San Carlos - MendozaTel. +54 262 245 157 9 / +54 261 154 671 [email protected]

The Urban restaurant at O. Fournier is located within the Visitors’ Center of O. Fournierwinery. The restaurant’s glass cubicle structure floating over a reflective mirror of water,together with its clean and minimalist decoration, enable up to 80 guests to admire theAndes mountain range with a panoramic view. On warm days the restaurant is moved

to the terrace where visitors can have lunchon the edge of the lake.

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Bodegas Salentein - Museum KillkaRuta 89 s - Los Árboles - 5561 TunuyánTel. +54 262 242 650 0 - [email protected]

Bodegas Salentein created Killka Museum as its’ cultural complement to encouragetourists to visit the growing and production areas of the winery as well as its related world.Killka offers activities which contribute to the cultural development of a vast country.A modern idea of culture, economy and tourism gathers the product with its surroun-

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Bodega Familia ZuccardiRuta Provincial nº 33 - km 7.5 - 5531 Fray Luis Beltrán - MaipúTel. +54 261 441 000 0 - [email protected]

The Zuccardi family has a “Cava de Turismo”, where visitors can experience the completeelaboration process of Varietal, Reserva, Premium, Innovation and sparkling wines.The wine cellar has always shown to be clearly commited with tourists, offering a wide rangeof activities. Visitors can participate in the main activities of the region, accompanied by tastings

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Finca DeceroBajo las Cumbres 9003 - 5519 Agrelo, Luján de CuyoTel. +54 261 524 474 7 - [email protected]

With regards to the architecture, Finca Decero was designed valuing the practicesand ways of making wine in the times of colonial Mendoza. A unique style was createdadapting the building to the topography of the land with the local materials from Mendozaon walls and floors. It also has an artificial lake to use as the water reservoir. Visitors

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Park Hyatt Mendoza Hotel, Casino & SpaChile 1124 - Ciudad - 5500 MendozaTel. +54 261 441 123 4 - [email protected]

Park Hyatt Mendoza has 186 rooms, all of them with exclusive wine-based bathroomamenities. The restaurant Bistro M has a wine gallery, exhibited on two floors, with morethan 4 500 bottles of the best local wines. Kaua Club & Spa incorporates wine and grapesto its treatments. From the local vineyards, a complete line of products for skin care from

selected grapes and grape seeds has beendeveloped.

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Tempus AlbaPerito Moreno 572 - Coquimbito - Maipú - 5513 MendozaTel. +54 261 524 388 5 - [email protected]

Tempus Alba is a professional, medium-sized family-run winery, with a high degree oftechnical sophistication. It offers two types of tours, both of which begin on the terraceoverlooking the vineyards. The initial processes of their unique “Malbec Clones Selection”

and “Identification Program” an be studied,and are of great interest to visitors.

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Winemap - Josefina Rosner Wine,Web and CommunicationAristides Villanueva 221 - Capital - 5500 MendozaTel. +54 261 420 307 6 - [email protected]

Winemap Turístico is a guide with folding maps that allows users to design their ownitineraries according to their free time. Presented in two different formats, Winemapfosters the global development of viticulture and tourism. Winemap Premium facilitates

integral and unified communicationamong wineries in Mendoza and helpsvisualize different regional options in anorderly manner.

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Porto

Nestling in the northwest corner of Portugal, the duskypinks, yellows and blues of the UNESCO-historic

centre of Porto glow in the evening sunshine, as the buildingslook over to the historic Porto wine cellars on the bank ofthe Douro river, where the major port houses have theirwarehouses, many offering fascinating visitor centres forthe wine tourist.This is a romantic and beautiful city to explore, and just anhour from the stunning Douro Valley, where steep terracesof vines form some of the most spectacular landscape inthe world.These vines make the Touriga grapes to be transformedinto port and increasingly into a rich still red wine.It is also a short drive from Vinho Verde, home to the light,fresh white wine that has made such a renaissance inrecent years.

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Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo - Wine HouseEstação de Caminho de Ferro do Pinhão - Largo da Estação 14 - 5085 - 034 PinhãoTel. +351 254 730 030 - [email protected]

The estate in Pinhão, next to the River Douro, enjoys a fabulous view of the most beautiful rail-way station in Portugal. After a 128-year old history, this building, its surrounding area and thehouses of the former station employees have been subject to a renovation project, arousing anew interest in tourism and culture. The Wine House comprises a terrace, a private room anda museum centre with a permanent exhibition of about 500 items, giving a broad perspective

on the history of wine since the XIXth century.

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Casa das Pipas - Quinta do PortalQuinta do Portal - Casa das Pipas - 5060-909 Celeirós do Douro - SabrosaTel. +351 259 937 000 - [email protected]

Casa das Pipas is a guest house located at Quinta do Portal, on the Pinhão River Valley, surroundedby a fabulous landscape of vineyards. 2008 was declared International Year of Planet Earth by theUnited Nations and in this context and believing in a more sustainable and healthy development ofthe planet, a range of ecological measures has been implemented at Casa das Pipas. This packagehas already been internationally recognized by the European Blue Flag Association that attributed

Casa das Pipas, the Green Key 2008, an interna-tional eco-label for tourism products.

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ecoTours PortugalRua do Passeio Alegre nº 20 - 4150 - 570 PortoTel. +351 220 108 096 - [email protected]

EcoTours is an innovating concept of cultural and ecological tours in Northern Portugal. The teamliving in Porto have researched, visited and spent time in each of their recommended locations andtheir strength comes from their considerable experience in creating the most didactic and fun tours.Smaller groups are guaranteed more interaction with the guides and the opportunity to stop at inte-resting sites that buses can’t access. Sharing experiences in harmony with the local people allowsit to be totally committed with regards to responsible tourism and sustainable development.

Minimizing the impact of the visits to the regionshelps to contribute to better living conditions forthe locals.

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San Francisco-Napa Valley

The Californian city of San Francisco sits on the edge ofthe Pacific Ocean, on North America’s stunning west

coast. From the Golden Gate bridge to Fisherman’s Wharf,San Francisco is one of the world’s most loved cities, andprovides the perfect stepping stone to one of its most lovedwine regions - the Napa Valley.The backbone of the Napa Valley is Highway 29, but the areaencompasses eight main regions, including St-Helena,Calistoga, Yountville and Napa, all with a myriad of wineriesto explore - and with a history of welcoming visitors thatstretches back to the late 1800s, making it the world’s firstwine region to really embrace wine tourism.Today, the Napa Valley welcomes over 4.5 million visitorsper year, drawn by the climate, the quality of the wines andthe breadth of activities offered, from art galleries, to finedining or to its many tasting room experiences.

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Robert Mondavi Winery7801 St. Helena Highway - 94562 OakvilleTel. +1 707 968 201 9 - [email protected]

The Robert Mondavi visitors’ center was built in 1966 when tourism to the Napa Valleywas nearly non-existent. Today, the winery features permanent and rotating art exhibits,including works by Beniamino Bufano. The winery just celebrated the 40th anniversary of

its outdoor summer concert series, whichbenefit the Napa Symphony and havefeatured some of the world’s most talentedperformers.

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Domaine ChandonOne California Drive - 94599 YountvilleTel. +1 707 944 884 4 - [email protected]

Domaine Chandon offers visitors to its park-like grounds myriad experiences: guided toursof the winemaking facilities, wine tasting in the salon or on the terrace, local art exhibits,or the ultimate food and wine experience at Etoile, the only fine-dining restaurant located

within a Napa Valley winery. Etoile offersinventive cuisine paired with award winningwines in sophisticated surroundings.

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Long Meadow Ranch1775 Whitehall Lane - 94574 St. HelenaTel. +1 707 963 455 5 - [email protected]

The 650 acre property is devoted to organic and sustainable farming. This modern,commercially and successful family farm is widely acknowledged as a purveyor of finefood. Their philosophy is “Eat Fresh & Eat Local”. The winery atop the MayacamasMountains is one of N. America’s largest rammed-earth constructed wineries and features

a vineyard, orchard, garden, and grass-fedcattle ranch.

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Rubicon Estate1991 St. Helena Highway - 94573 RutherfordTel. +1 707 968 110 0 - [email protected]

Situated in Rutherford, one of the premier Cabernet Sauvignon regions in California,Rubicon Estate (the original Inglenook Winery) strives to preserve tradition as it craftsworld-class wines. The original vineyards of the estate, founded in 1870, have beenreunited and the historic château restored for winemaking. The beautiful, historic property

is owned by renowned filmmaker FrancisFord Coppola.

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The Hess Collection Winery4411 Redwood Road - 94558 NapaTel. +1 707 255 1144 - [email protected]

The Hess Collection Winery on Mt. Veeder produces distinctive estate-grown Napa Valleywines. The winery is also a showcase for Donald Hess’ extensive private collection ofinternational modern and contemporary paintings and sculpture. The gallery is in the

winery visitor center and is open daily tothe public without charge. By appointment,guests may also taste the wines with foodpairings.

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The Meritage Resort & Spa875 Bordeaux Way - 94558 NapaTel. +1 707 251 1900 - [email protected]

Located at the southern tip of Napa Valley, the Meritage Resort and Spa offers anexperience like no other for wine enthusiasts, business travelers, and special events.With the world’s only spa in a wine cave, the region’s only private wedding chapel,and the most expansive meeting space, the Meritage provides an unforgettable stay.

The hotel owner is also the proprietor ofTrinitas Cellars.

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Vivani Destination California Style2500 Jefferson Street - 94558 NapaTel. +1 707 265 119 40 - [email protected]

Viviani, Inc., established in 1980, promotes goodwill throughout the world by sharingNapa Valley and California wine country with international clientele. Exclusive, eco-friendlywine events are created to maximize the clients’ personal experience in the region.

Private groups of 2-2,000 can be hosted.The 5 executives and 22 support staff cancreate any wine experience customersdesire.

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Wine tourismincoming travel agencies

Compose your tour from among the estates and vineyards in the

Great Wine Capitals Global Network and be certain it will be a great

success by contacting our professional experts.

BILBAO-RIOJAROMOTURDavid ELEXGARAYEuskalduna 11, Ppal Izq. Dpt. 648008 Bilbao (Vizcaya) - Spain Tel. + 34 94 443 34 [email protected]

BORDEAUXSAINT-EMILION EXCELLENCEMadeleine MARCHAND39, rue de Tivoli 33000 Bordeaux - FranceTel. + 33 5 56 44 27 [email protected] www.see-travel.com

CAPE TOWNSPECIALIZED TOURS & EVENTSMarggi BIGGSP.O. Box 49 - Green Point, 8051South AfricaTel. + 27 21 4341144 [email protected]

FIRENZEMACHIAVELLI VIAGGISilvana DI BARI BOLDRINIVia Machiavelli 4950026 San Casciano Val di Pesa - ItaliaTel. + 39 055 [email protected] www.machiavelliviaggi.it

MENDOZAGMD VIAJES Y CONGRESOSMaria Alicia DOMINGUEZ9 de Julio 1126 Mendoza - ArgentinaTel. + 54 261 434-0114 [email protected]

PORTOVINITURJoão MARINHO FALCAORua Dr. Afonso Cordeiro, 679, 1ºE 4450-007 Matosinhos - PortugalTel. +351 229 399 [email protected] www.vinitur.com

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