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Each week we publish stories about the best wines and spirits, our experts, upcoming events, and beverage industry news. And, don't miss our new IWSC Insights series, where we take an in-depth look into drinks businesses and markets around the world. Looking for recommendations? Visit our consumer website Club Oenologique to read our top 10s and reviews.
Wine news
IWSC 2025 Wine Trophies: Top bottles revealed
Following the IWSC 2025 Wine Judging earlier this year, we are delighted to reveal the IWSC Wine Trophy winners for 2025.
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Spirit news
Inside the 2025 Results: The Global State of Spirits
The 2025 IWSC spirits judging revealed a vibrant and evolving industry. The results highlight both the strength of long-established categories and the dynamism of emerging ones
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IWSC news
Discovering Georgian Wines and their Varied Terroirs
The IWSC is returning to Georgia this November. Learn about some of the countires key terroirs and their relevance in today's global drinks market.
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Spirit news
Storytellers of the Spirit World: IWSC Spirits Communicator Trophy 2026 Shortlist
The IWSC, in partnership with Chivas Brothers, is proud to announce the shortlist for the IWSC Spirits Communicator Trophy 2026.
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Wine news
What The 2025 Results Tell Us About the Global Wine Scene
Five key insights from this year's IWSC judging that reveal where wine is heading
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IWSC news
China's Wine Market Recalibration
Josh Gu has watched China's wine scene evolve for over two decades. As Project Director of ProWine Shanghai and Hong Kong, he sees opportunity where others see uncertainty.
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Wine news
IWSC Wine Communicator of the Year shortlist revealed
The IWSC, in partnership with Vinitaly , is proud to announce the shortlist for the IWSC Wine Communicator Trophy 2026. This prestigious award celebrates individuals whose passion, creativity, and clarity have made a remarkable contribution to the global conversation around wine.
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Spirit news
IWSC Mixer Awards: From G&T to Paloma, the serves that stood out
The art of the perfect mixed serve was in the spotlight at this year’s IWSC, with many spirits judged not only neat, but also in the context of how drinkers most often enjoy them – as part of a classic mixer.
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Spirit news
Mezcal's Many Faces
How varietals, tradition and innovation are shaping mezcal's global rise
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Wine news
Tracing the Wine Road: Georgia’s 8,000-Year Winemaking Legacy
With 8,000 years of unbroken winemaking tradition and over 500 indigenous grape varieties, Georgia stands as the birthplace of wine and a dynamic hub of innovation today.
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