Armin’s Tips & Blog
International Furmint Day: Armin – The White Glove Sommelier Joins the Global Celebration in Zurich
Every year on February 1st, wine lovers around the world raise a glass to a special grape called Furmint. This day is known as International Furmint Day. In 2026, the celebration brought together wine professionals and fans from many countries — including Armin – The White...
Internation Port Wine Day
Love a good glass of Port wine? There's a special day just for celebrating this sweet, rich drink. International Port Wine Day gives wine lovers everywhere a chance to enjoy one of Portugal's greatest gifts to the world. When is International Port Wine Day? Mark your calendar!...
Gourmet Weinprobe Tour 2026: A Luxury Wine Experience for True Wine Lovers
Love wine? Then 2026 is your year. At Gourmet Wine Travel, we've planned four amazing wine tours that will change how you think about wine. These aren't just tastings—they're real adventures into the world's best wine regions. Why Our Wine Tours Are Different? A great wine tour...
World’s Top Wine Tours for Wine Lovers
Wine tourism has evolved into sophisticated cultural journeys that blend exceptional vintages with stunning landscapes, gourmet cuisine, and ancient winemaking traditions. For discerning wine enthusiasts seeking authentic experiences in the world's most captivating wine...
Wine and Food in Harmony: Exploring Local Cuisine on Wine Tours in Italy, Portugal, and Greece
Wine tastes better with the right food. That's not just an opinion—it's something Italy, Portugal, and Greece have known for thousands of years. In these Mediterranean countries, wine is part of every meal, every celebration, and every moment worth savoring. Wine tours here...
World Aszú Day: Discovering the Art of Tokaji Aszú Wine
World Aszú Day observed every December 10, celebrates Tokaji Aszú, the pioneering botrytized sweet wine from Hungary's UNESCO-listed Tokaj region. This global event, initiated in 2017 by wine authority Dániel Kézdy, aims to elevate awareness of noble rot wines, Hungarian...
Portugal, Greece, or Georgia? Comparing Old-World Wine Destinations for Curious Travelers
Old-world wine regions each offer a unique mix of history, terroir, and culture—and for Swiss travelers, choosing the right destination can shape an unforgettable journey. Gourmet Wine Travel compares three timeless wine destinations—Portugal, Greece, and Georgia—to help you...
Georgia’s Wine Tasting Culture: Regions, Wines, and Must-Visit Wineries
Introduction Georgia, often referred to as the “Cradle of Wine,” is home to an 8,000-year-old winemaking heritage that continues to impress wine travelers from Switzerland and around the world. With its ancient qvevri-aging techniques, indigenous grape varieties,...
Alentejo Wine Tour 2025 – An Unforgettable Gourmet Wine Travel Experience
Introduction There are trips you take for fun — and then there are journeys that stay in your heart forever. Our Alentejo Wine Tour 2025 was exactly that kind of experience. For seven incredible days, we explored Portugal’s sun-kissed vineyards, tasted world-class...
Luxury Wine Tours: Escape to These Hidden Vineyards and Epic Cellar Tastings
Introduction Imagine stepping off your routine path and into a world where the rolling vines stretch as far as the eye can see, the cellar doors open exclusively for your private group, and every pour comes with a story. That’s the promise of a luxury wine-tour experience...
Exploring Swiss Wines: A Unique Wine Tasting Journey
Introduction Switzerland, often celebrated for its majestic Alps and precision watches, harbors a lesser-known treasure: its exceptional wines. Nestled amidst breathtaking landscapes, Swiss vineyards offer a unique and intimate wine tasting experience. For...
The Rioja Century – 100 Years of Taste, Tradition & Triumph
Introduction As the sun sets over the rolling vineyards of northern Spain, the celebration of a milestone echoes through every barrel, glass, and vine: Rioja turns 100. A century since the region was formally granted its designation, Rioja’s story is one of...