For all the die hard wine enthusiasts, here is a list of wine events across the globe that you can add to your travel itinerary.

There are some events that also take place in India, the Delhi wine show and the International Wine Fair in Mumbai.

Both these events are attended by Indian and International wine houses wanting to promote their wines in India. Though Pune is not far behind and has its share of wine enthusiasts.

The Pune Gourmet Club wine tasting event is one such event that is gaining popularity with every passing year.

Vinitech, Adelaide, Australia: 4th -7th July 2010

Boston wine expo, Boston, USA: 22 -23 January 2011

London wine fair, London, UK : January 2011

Salon de vin de loire, Angers, France: February 2011

Prowein – Dusseldorf, Germany:  27th – 29th March 2011

Vinitaly - Verona, Italy: April 7th -11th 2011.

Vinoelite, Valencia, Spain: April 2011

Sial Canada, Montreal, Canada: April 2011

Vinexpe Asia Pacific, Hong Kong: June 2012

Vinexpo  – Bordeaux, France : 20 -24TH June 2011

World wine meetins America, Chicago, USA: June 2011

Vinitech America Latina, Santiago, Chile: July 2011

I have had the opportunity to attend many of these events. It is a great learning experience and a must do for all those who are serious about their wine and the wine business.

Especially international events are an eye opener giving exposure on the latest in wine trends. Bon voyage!