Applications for the 2026 Great Wine Capitals’ Best of Wine Tourism (BOWT) Awards are now open. This is an opportunity for Australia’s wine tourism operators and wine producers to be showcased on the global stage.
The BOWT Awards celebrate innovation in wine tourism across leading wine regions around the world. Through South Australia’s membership in the Great Wine Capitals Global Network (GWCGN), this opportunity is made possible alongside global regions such as Bordeaux and Napa Valley.
“The Best of Wine Tourism (BOWT) Awards celebrate innovation and excellence in wine tourism throughout the greatest wine regions in the world and are a wonderful opportunity for our local wine tourism businesses to showcase their products and promote our state as a must-visit destination, not just for a top drop, but for unforgettable experiences,” said minister for multicultural affairs, Zoe Bettison.
Categories for the 2026 BOWT Awards are:
- Accommodation.
- Architecture and landscape.
- Art and culture.
- Culinary experiences.
- Innovative wine tourism experiences.
- Wine tourism services.
- Sustainable wine tourism practices.
With a focus on sustainability, shortlisted entries in the first six categories will also be considered for the Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices award.
“The Best Of Wine Tourism Awards provide a wonderful opportunity to stop and recognise the fantastic work being done across South Australia’s wine industry, despite adversity, to provide world-class tourism experiences,” said minister for primary industries, Clare Scriven.
“These awards also play an important role in recognising the role wine tourism plays in strengthening the regional economy through innovation, sustainability and service excellence.”
Entries for the BOWT awards close on 30 June 2025.