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ProWein Düsseldorf 2026 Launches App and Matchmaking Tool to Streamline Trade Fair Networking

Europe Vinetur Events

ProWein Düsseldorf has launched a new app and matchmaking tool ahead of its 2026 event, making it easier for wine industry professionals to network and find relevant connections before and during the trade fair. The digital innovations aim to streamline meetings between producers, distributors, and retailers at what's one of Europe's most important wine industry gatherings. It's a handy development for anyone planning to attend Europe's major wine networking event.

Croatia’s largest wine show opens in Poreč

Europe Croatia Week May 8, 2026 Events

Croatia's biggest wine show is opening its doors in Poreč, bringing together producers and industry professionals to showcase the country's wines. It's a key event for the Croatian wine sector and reflects the ongoing activity and growth in Central European wine markets within the EU.

Madrid set to gain its first international wine fair

Europe Harpers Wine & Spirit Mar 25, 2026 Events

Madrid's launching its first major international wine fair this May, called WINEMAD, positioning itself as a significant new gathering point for the global wine industry. It's an interesting development for the European wine trade calendar and could become an important event for industry professionals looking to network and do business in Spain. Worth keeping on your radar if you're involved in wine distribution, retail, or international trading.

ProWein: First data-driven tool for efficient trade fair visits - Targeted orientation and contacts instead of information overload

Europe wein.plus Feb 9, 2026 Events

ProWein, one of Europe's leading wine trade fairs, has launched a new digital tool called 'Insights to Action' (I2A) to help visitors make the most of their time at the event. The data-driven platform aims to cut through the noise of massive trade shows by providing targeted networking suggestions and helping attendees plan their visits more strategically. It's a smart move that could make the fair experience more productive for wine professionals looking to build meaningful business connections.

Kylie Minogue to attend Wine Paris

Europe The Drinks Business Feb 2, 2026 Events

Pop star Kylie Minogue will be attending Wine Paris 2026 (9-11 February) to present her wine portfolio and present an award at the show's V'Dor ceremony. Her wine brand, launched in 2020, has become the UK's best-selling premium rosé and top branded Prosecco Rosé, with her low and no-alcohol sparkling range driving a third of all growth in that category over the past two years. She's also launching a new lighter wine called The Petit Rosé at the major Paris trade fair, which expects to attract over 52,600 trade visitors.

Why wine tourism matters more than ever: FINE 2026 heads back to Spain

Europe The Drinks Business Jan 27, 2026 Events

Spain's FINE wine tourism fair is returning to Valladolid this March with over 140 wineries, hotels and tourism operators gathering to showcase their offerings to international buyers. Now in its seventh edition, the event has become a key platform for EU wine tourism professionals looking to strengthen their position in global markets. There's an exciting new addition this year too, with olive oil tourism being incorporated to complement the wine offering and create a more integrated agritourism experience.

Barcelona Wine Week 2026 First Time with 1,300 Wineries - Trade Fair Focuses on International Guests

Europe wein.plus Jan 23, 2026 Events

Barcelona Wine Week is gearing up for its biggest year yet in 2026, with over 1,300 wineries set to showcase their wines from February 2 to 4. That's a 4% jump from 2025, highlighting the trade fair's growing importance as Spain's leading wine event and its appeal to international buyers looking to discover Spanish wines.

Analysis: How Wine Paris wants to build on its Number 1 world status

Europe The Buyer Jan 7, 2026 Events

Wine Paris is positioning itself as the world's leading wine trade show and wants to build on that dominance. The analysis from The-Buyer.net looks at how the show's organisers plan to maintain their number one status, which is worth paying attention to if you're involved in European wine distribution, retail, or production—it's basically the industry's biggest networking and sourcing event.

How VIN has become France's most influential wine tasting event

Europe The Buyer Dec 12, 2025 Events

VIN 2026 is shaping up to be a major matchmaking event for UK wine buyers looking to source French wines, according to an interview with the Business France organisers behind it. They're positioning it as THE place to discover everything from family-run estates to cutting-edge newcomers across lesser-known French appellations. Worth flagging for any UK merchants or on-trade buyers thinking about their sourcing strategy for next year.

WBWE attendance climbs 8% as bulk wine proves resilient

Europe The Drinks Business Dec 12, 2025 Events

The World Bulk Wine Exhibition returned to Amsterdam with an 8% jump in attendance, pulling in over 2,150 participants from 60 countries. The show highlighted some interesting shifts in the market – Spain's dominance in bulk exports, changing purchasing patterns in the UK and Germany, and a real push towards premiumisation and no/low alcohol products. It's a solid indicator that bulk wine remains resilient despite the broader market squeeze.

Why you should add Barcelona Wine Week to your calendar

Europe The Drinks Business Nov 27, 2025 Events

Barcelona Wine Week's returning in February 2026 and it's shaping up to be a proper must-attend for EU wine pros. They're expecting over 26,000 industry folks and 1,300 Spanish wineries, with a focus on family-run estates and a brand new No & Low Alcohol Day in collaboration with the Brussels World Competition. Worth marking your calendar if you're serious about staying connected with what's happening across European wine right now.