BORDEAUX-VINIPRO to hold its second wine trade show on 17-19 January 2016

Oct. 12, 2015 - PRLog -- The first edition of the Bordeaux and South-West Wines Trade Show (BORDEAUX-VINIPRO) successfully brought together wine producers, traders and winegrowers’ unions in Bordeaux and across South-West France. Held in 2014 and attended by 6,053 visitors and 262 exhibitors, this new wine trade show proved its dedication to the “core market” of wines in this region, and affirmed its legitimacy and appeal in the world of wine.

British journalists specialising in wine and spirits are invited to attend the second edition of BORDEAUX-VINIPRO, which is being hailed as the go-totrade show for the wines of Bordeaux and South‑West France. Taking place on 17-19 January 2016 in Bordeaux’s Parc des Expositions, BORDEAUX-VINIPRO will boast a comprehensive range of core market wines, and showcase the variety, modernity and accessibility of the wines and spirits of this region.

Industry players in Bordeaux and South-West France have made considerable progress in terms of quality and quantity. A trade show exclusively for wine professionals, BORDEAUX-VINIPRO will welcome more than 400 participants in January 2016, including winemakers, wine merchants and winegrowers’ unions, and will showcase a wider range of wines produced in the South‑West region than ever before.

With 33 countries registering for the 2014 edition, attendance by visitors from around the world and a strong presence of European, North African and Asian importers, the 2016 edition of BORDEAUX‑VINIPRO aims to promote its wines to an even greater extent to both national and international decision-makers and buyers.

Explore the world of wine in innovative ways

Sommeliers, wine merchants, speciality importers, cafés, hotels, restaurants and retailers are all encouraged to attend BORDEAUX-VINIPRO in January 2016 and benefit from the ample opportunities to network and boost business in a modern, welcoming environment. Facilities available to attendees include:

- Village 2.0 and connected spaces

- iPad and geolocation terminals

- Workshops and conferences in the Forum

- Speed tasting area

- “Afterwork” space for networking

Attendees can also tailor their visit to their personal requirements on the BORDEAUX-VINIPRO website www.bordeaux-vinipro.com/en/   in order to:

- Identify and make contact with key industry players

- Set up appointments at optimum times

- Organise meetings with relevant contacts

- Stay ahead of the market by finding out about the latest innovations and trends

About BORDEAUX-VINIPRO

BORDEAUX-VINIPRO was founded by the Féderation des Grands Vins de Bordeaux and the Féderation des Syndicats du Commerce en Gros des Vins et Spiritueux de Bordeaux et de la Gironde. The trade show is organised by the Congrès et Expositions de Bordeaux in partnership with the Bordeaux Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

For further information on BORDEAUX-VINIPRO, please visit www.bordeaux-vinipro.com or contact:

Marie-Sol Fournier/Elodie Campello

Press Office, Congrès et Expositions de Bordeaux

Tel : +33 (0)5 56 11 99 43/32

Email : presse@bordeaux-expo.com

British journalists specialising in wine and spirits who wish to attend BORDEAUX VINIPRO 2016 are asked to contact:

Fran Lambert, Communications & Marketing Adviser
Business France – The French Trade Commission in the UK