Special Guest 2026 - Portugal
PORTUGAL – A WINE NATION. A MARITIME NATION.
Portugal is coming aboard the Expovina wine ships! Discover the fascinating diversity of Portuguese wines, meet winemakers and producers from various regions, and experience the Portuguese zest for life right in the middle of Lake Zurich. With numerous exhibitors, special tastings, and the Bar do Cais, Portugal comes to life on all the ships.
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THE EXPOVINA SWAN TASTING BAR
For the third year in a row, a ferry is docked at Bürkliplatz for Expovina. On the “Schwan,” exhibitors will be presenting their finest wines from around the world. The longest Swan Wine Tasting Bar ever on a ship will also showcase guest regions and trends, and we have a surprise in store for you on the upper deck in the Captain’s Lounge.
2026 PROGRAM
This year, guest regions and providers of trending products will showcase their offerings at the Swan Tasting Bar and through masterclasses.
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VAUD WINES
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RESIDENTS ALONG LAKE ZURICH
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Producer of the Year 2025
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VINUM VINI PORTUGAL
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TICINO WINES
Swiss Wine Vaud
October 29 – November 1, 2026
Swiss Wine Connection
November 2, 2026
Favorite Wines from Lake Zurich
Cave La Romaine
November 3–5, 2026
Swiss Winery of the Year 2025 - Swiss Wine Grand Prix
VINUM & Vini Portugal
November 6–7, 2026
Exploring Portugal’s Wine Diversity
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Swiss Wine Ticino
November 8–12, 2026
EXPOVINA - GUEST REGION & SWAN TASTING GALLERY
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PARTNERS - WINE SHIPS 2026
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GUEST REGIONS & TRENDS
SWAN TASTING BAR
This year, guest regions and providers of trending products will be showcasing their offerings at the Swan Tasting Bar, on the club ship, and in masterclasses.
- October 31–November 14, 2024
Thu, Oct. 31 – Sat, Nov. 2, 2024
ACTIVITIES
- Swan Tasting Bar
- Masterclasses for all levels
- Numerous exhibitors from Vaud
SURPRISE VAUDOISE - Authentic, Natural, Unforgettable
Discover 14 exquisite single-varietal wines from Vaud, accompanied by winemakers who are experts in natural and organic wines.
Sun, Nov. 3 (until 7:00 p.m.)
- Swan Tasting Bar
BAR AUX BULLES - SWISS WINE CONNECTION presents sparkling wines from the workshop of Young Winemakers of Switzerland
Swiss Wine Connection, known for its annual Swiss Wine Tasting at the Kunsthaus Zürich, will be a guest at the Swan Tasting Bar during Expovina, presenting exclusive finds from Swiss wine production. The Swiss Wine Tasting offers wine professionals and enthusiasts the opportunity to discover top-quality wines from Switzerland’s elite—true works of art that appeal to all the senses.
ACTIVITIES
- Swan Tasting Bar
- Klubschiff Event (private event)
BOOKING
LA DOLCE VITA - 50 EXCLUSIVE WINERIES
Experience the pure Italian dolce vita: Flaschenpost is pleased to bring 50 new winemakers from Italy to Switzerland in cooperation with the Italian Trade Agency. Their wines will be available for live tasting for the first time at the Expovina Weinschiffe 2024 fall fair.
ACTIVITIES
- Swan Tasting Bar (Ribera del Duero)
- Masterclasses (Rueda and Ribera del Duero)
- Rueda Night Club Ship
BOOKING
RIBERA DEL DUERO – Created to Delight
OLÉ RUEDA – Fresh, Lively, Unforgettable
Experience Ribera del Duero wines from Spain at the Swan Tasting Bar, presented by Casa del Vino. Look forward to masterclasses (Rueda and Ribera del Duero) and a Rueda Night, organized by Rueda Switzerland—perfect for wine lovers of all levels of expertise.
Mon, Nov. 4 – Tue, Nov. 5
- Swan Tasting Bar
- Exhibitors
Tasting of Valais Specialties
Our culinary experts at Caves Fin Bec will share with you exceptional sparkling wines, rare honey wine, and the most quintessentially Swiss vermouths ever.
Discover 10 rare Valais specialties at the Swan Tasting Bar. Look forward to a unique and exciting tasting experience!
Tue, Nov. 12 – Thu, Nov. 14
ACTIVITIES
- Swan Tasting Bar
- Masterclasses for all levels
- Numerous exhibitors from Vaud
SURPRISE VAUDOISE - Authentic, Natural, Unforgettable
Discover 14 exquisite single-varietal wines from Vaud, accompanied by winemakers who are experts in natural and organic wines.
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