Starting with a ceremonial ribbon cutting by German Minister for Agriculture Julia Klöckner, the three-day show (17–19 March 2019) further solidified its position as the world's leading trade fair of its kind.
ProWein 2019 once again achieved attendance growth. The share of visitors with decision-making authority also reached a strong new high: more than 80 percent of visitors were involved in purchasing decisions.
In the meantime ProWein is the most important trade fair and is constantly developing. Once an initial visit to new business partners has been made, meetings can always take place at ProWein, where everyone is located for three days."
Christian Schmidt, Consultant, VIF Wineconsult GmbH, Kreuzlingen, Switzerland
BAR AMBIANCE
same but different
Beyond the new vintage of wine and release of spirits, ProWein 2019 also gave a strong platform to the topic of craft drinks. The "same but different" special exhibition, with over 100 selected providers from the craft spirits, beer and cider scenes, proved a magnet for visitors.
Barkeepers inspired visitors with exceptional cocktail creations and completed the extraordinary setting of the special show in hall 7.0.
MANY HIGHLIGHTS FOR VISITORS
Spotlight on France
France with its outstanding wines attended as a partner country on this 25th anniversary of ProWein.
Organic wines - a continuing trend
The organic wine area with roughly 300 exhibitors attracted the visitors.
ProWein as a trend barometer
The four trend topics at ProWein were also a point of interest for visitors and exhibitors alike. Both of the 'Trend Hour' tasting seminars were filled to capacity moments after the doors opened.
Düsseldorf: The World Capital for Wines and Spirits
„Within two days I've already concluded seven strong deals and successfully expanded my portfolio.“
Ricardo Castiblanco, Importer, New York
INSPIRING EVENT PROGRAMME
TASTING AREA
In the Tasting Area by MUNDUS VINI visitors can expect an exquisite selection of around 500 awarded wines from all across the world.
CHAMPAGNER LOUNGE
The platform for 50 illustrious champagne producers to set their products apart from the 180 overall champagne brands presenting at ProWein.
FORUM
Events as versatile and appealing as the world of winemaking itself – including tastings and presentations by experts.
INSPIRATIONS AND TRENDS
More than 500 events during the run of ProWein offer visitors an inexhaustible source of inspiration for their business. Of course, the exhibitors contribute substantially with their specialist lectures, seminars and tastings.
In addition, numerous tasting areas attract the visitors focusing on wines from all over the world, some of which have multiple awards. And, of course, "same but different", the special show for producers of craft drinks, inspiring not only for members of bars and restaurants.
PACKAGING & DESIGN
Latest visual and haptic solutions to give your product the perfect design.
EXHIBITOR EVENTS
The individual events of 6,900 exhibitors at ProWein complete the appealing programme.