01-04May 2025
Open Wine Cellars German-speaking Switzerland
On 1 May and 3 and 4 May 2025 , visitors are invited to the ‘Open Wine Cellars’. Over 220 winegrowers in German-speaking Switzerland will be opening their doors to give their guests a taste of their craft with wine tastings, cellar tours and walks through the vineyards. The ‘Open Wine Cellars’ are not just an opportunity for wine tasting, but an experience that provides insights into the fascinating world of winemaking. Guests can look forward to excellent wines, culinary delicacies and informative tours where they can learn more about the work of oenologists and current trends in viticulture. An enjoyable overall experience The ‘Open Wine Cellars’ are an all-round experience. During a vineyard or cellar tour, the winemakers provide informative insights into their work. They explain, for example, what an oenologist does after the grape harvest and pressing, or which grape varieties are particularly popular at the moment. Many of the vineyards offer visitors a taste of the local cuisine, including fish nuggets, cheese and barbecue specialities, in a pleasant setting, along with their fine wines. The foundations for the ‘Open Wine Cellars’ were laid on 1 May in the canton of Zurich in the early 2000s. The event subsequently inspired other wine-growing associations, and has now become a permanent fixture in the wine world of German-speaking Switzerland.
08May 2025
VINUM Winemakers' Evening in Basel
An evening of pure pleasure and excellent Swiss wines Experience a special gourmet event with an exclusive four-course meal, hosted by VINUM editor-in-chief Thomas Vaterlaus. Accompanied by 12 outstanding wines from the stars and winners of the Grand Prix du Vin Suisse 2024. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to meet the icons of Swiss viticulture in person! A winemaker evening with: GVS Schachenmann Jean-Marie Pont Vinattieri Ticino Programme from 6:15 pm | Welcome drinks with small appetisers 19. 00 – 22. 30 hrs | Enjoyable Wine&Dine Date of the event Thursday, 8 May 2025 Venue Hotel Märthof, Restaurant Bohemia Marktgasse 19 4051 Basel Admission price VINUM subscribers and Mondovino club members: CHF 119 Regular price: CHF 139 each including welcome aperitif (finger food), 4-course menu with 12 selected wines, coffee and water (price per person incl. VAT)
15May 2025
Wine & Culinary Delights: Kastanienbaum Vineyard
Experience an exciting evening with excellent wines from the Central Swiss winemaking duo Kevin Studer and Denis Koch of the Kastanienbaum Vineyard (LU). The renowned Kastanienbaum vineyard, run by winemaking duo Kevin Studer and Denis Koch, is known for its artful excellence and sustainable winemaking. With great attention to detail and the conviction that origin is a promise, they create wines that reflect the unique character of the region around Lake Lucerne. Each bottle tells a story – quiet, authentic and unforgettable. Date 15 May 2025 Time of the event 18:30 Admission fee for the event 152 CHF including a 4-course menu, wine pairing and water
