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| Wine Paris | |
|---|---|
| Name | Wine Paris |
| Genre | Trade fair |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Location | Paris |
| First | 2016 |
| Organizer | Comexposium |
| Venue | Paris Expo Porte de Versailles |
Wine Paris is an annual international trade fair and consumer event focused on wine and spirits held in Paris, France. Founded in 2016, the fair brings together producers, négociants, importers, sommeliers, journalists and buyers from regions such as Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Loire Valley, Rhône Valley, Provence, Alsace, Languedoc-Roussillon and international regions like California, Tuscany, Rioja, Mendoza and Barossa Valley. Organizers highlight trade development, export promotion and professional tasting opportunities, interfacing with institutions including Comexposium, Institut National de l'Origine et de la Qualité, French Ministry of Agriculture and private groups such as Union des Maisons de Champagne.
Wine Paris was created in response to shifting dynamics in the global wine industry and consolidation among international trade fairs. The launch followed negotiations among trade bodies like the Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux, Inter Rhône, Confédération des Cooperatives Vinicoles and event producers including Comexposium and Reed Exhibitions. Early editions sought to merge the legacy of smaller exhibitions tied to regions such as Bordeaux Wine Week and events in En Primeur calendars, positioning the show alongside established gatherings like Vinexpo and ProWein. Over time the fair has weathered disruptions tied to public health crises and logistical shifts affecting fairs such as SIAL Paris and London Wine Fair, prompting adaptations in scheduling and exhibitor support.
The event is organized by Comexposium with partnerships from regional interprofessions like InterLoire, BIVB (Bureau Interprofessionnel des Vins de Bourgogne), and national agencies such as Business France. The layout at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is segmented by geographic pavilions representing Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, South-West France, Corsica, and international halls hosting exhibitors from United States, Italy, Spain, Australia, Argentina, Chile, South Africa and New Zealand. Program formats include professional-only days for buyers from distributors like Metro AG and retailers such as Carrefour, followed by consumer days open to enthusiasts and members of guilds such as the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale.
Exhibitors range from family domaines like Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) and Maison Louis Jadot to cooperatives such as Cave de Tain and négociants including Maison Joseph Drouhin and Pernod Ricard-owned brands. International wineries represented include estates like Château Margaux, Antinori, Vega Sicilia, Concha y Toro, Robert Mondavi Winery, Catena Zapata and Penfolds. Regional groups such as Inter Beaujolais and organizations like Vin de Pays exhibitors present alongside enological suppliers from firms like Neotec and media partners including Decanter, Wine Spectator, La Revue du Vin de France and The Drinks Business.
The conference program features sessions with experts from institutions like Université de Bourgogne, INRAE, OIV (International Organisation of Vine and Wine), and commentators from publications such as The Guardian wine critics and Jancis Robinson. Masterclasses led by personalities linked to Association de la Sommellerie Internationale, critics from Wine Advocate and researchers from Institut Pasteur examine themes including terroir studies in Bordeaux, climate adaptation strategies in California, grape genetics tied to Ampelography, and market analysis involving importers like Enotria & Coe. Side events include blind tastings, regional showcases, and seminars run with partners such as Business France and educational programs by the WSET.
Attendance draws professionals representing importers, distributors, hoteliers from groups like Accor, restaurateurs affiliated with Guide Michelin, and export buyers from markets such as China, United States, United Kingdom and Japan. Organizers report figures comparing to other major fairs such as ProWein and Vinexpo Hong Kong, measuring hotel bookings at chains like Hilton and activity at transport hubs including Gare Montparnasse. Economic impact assessments reference export contracts negotiated during the fair, sales leads for negociants like La Place de Bordeaux and marketing outcomes for appellations such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Competitive components include tastings and recognitions adjudicated by panels comprising sommeliers from Association de la Sommellerie Internationale, critics from Decanter and editors from La Revue du Vin de France. Awards spotlight outstanding producers from appellations such as Bordeaux AOC, Burgundy AOC, Champagne AOC and international categories covering New World wine regions like Australia and Argentina. Competitions mirror formats used in events like Concours Mondial de Bruxelles and coordinate with certification bodies including INAO for appellation compliance.
Hosted at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, the venue integrates neighboring infrastructure such as Mairie d'Issy transit links, convention spaces used by fairs like Maison & Objet and technical support from contractors experienced with SIAL Paris. Logistics involve freight operators, customs brokers familiar with rules of European Union trade for wine movement, and coordination with hospitality providers including Parisian palaces and budget chains. Health, safety and sanitary measures have evolved in line with guidance from agencies such as Agence Régionale de Santé and event risk frameworks used by Comexposium.
Category:Wine events