Welcome to Wine Institute California Wine Export Program
Explore upcoming California Wines events, programs and travel opportunities around the world.
Response Deadline: October 22, 2026 GES Diplomatic is a global duty-free platform that supplies wine, beer, spirits and luxury goods to the diplomatic corps worldwide. The company is looking to expand its U.S. wine portfolio for diplomatic missions across a range of countries. Participation Criteria: California wines priced at $4–$15 ex-cellars Established brands Submit proposed […]
Application Deadline: October 16, 2026 California Wines will showcase 10 wines at Sommelier Day in Norway, a major wine fair featuring leading domestic importers, specialized wine masterclasses and tasting workshops. The event provides an opportunity to showcase the diversity of California wines to a professional wine audience. Participation Criteria: Wines must already be distributed in […]
Application Deadline: October 31, 2026 California Wines will host a Wine Bar at the Stockholm Food & Wine Show. Wineries are encouraged to work with their Swedish importers to participate. Wineries may present their wines in person or have their wines presented by California Wines sommeliers. Contact: Barbara Peters
Deadline: October 19 California Wines will showcase eight wines at the networking reception following the Best Sommelier of Belgium 2026. Participation Criteria: Wines must already be distributed in Belgium Wineries may propose two bottles for consideration Wines should showcase the diversity of California beyond classic styles Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel will not be considered […]
Application Deadline: October 20, 2026 California Wines will present a series of masterclasses at hospitality schools in Silkeborg, Odense, Aarhus and Copenhagen. The first masterclass will take place on November […]
Application Deadline: November 13, 2026 California Wines’ annual Wine Market holiday tasting will take place in Mexico City for approximately 60 California Wines clients. Participation Criteria Wines must already be available in the Mexican market. Importers must be able to attend and sell wines at the event. Participation is limited to the first 12 eligible […]
Application Deadline: October 31, 2026 California Wines will participate in the American Film Festival, a major cultural event dedicated to American film and a longstanding California Wines partnership. A special screening of Tony will include a California wine tasting for approximately 200 guests. Wineries are invited to submit wines to be featured at the California […]
Application Deadline: October 31, 2026 California Wines will participate in the Cool Climate Summit in Copenhagen with a tasting table and seminar presented by Konstantin Baum MW. Wineries with cool-climate wines are invited to submit wines for consideration for the tasting and/or seminar. Winery presence is welcome but not required. Contact: Ruth Tilgaard
Application Deadline: October 31, 2026 California Wines will have a stand at the Bolig, Mad, Design fair at Bella Centeret in Copenhagen. Wineries are encouraged to work with their Danish importers to participate. Wineries may present their wines in person on one or several days or have their wines presented by California Wines sommeliers. Contact: […]
