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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.

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Winners announced at CapeWine

The IWSC announces its South African wine results on 12 September at CapeWine, celebrating the very best wines in South Africa at the country’s leading trade show

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IWSC announces mixer producer Double Dutch as official sponsor of the Independent Spirits Retailer of the Year award

Independent Spirits Retailer of the Year recognises the key role played by independent merchants in their local community

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Spirit Communicator of the Year nominee: Eric Zandona

Eric Zandona, director of spirits information at the American Distilling Institute (ADI), has turned his fascination with spirits into a successful career

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Spirit Communicator of the Year nominee: Tom Sandham

Tom Sandham is the co-creator of the Thinking Drinkers, a company specialising in drinks communication that has bridged the gap between tasting and entertainment

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Spirit Communicator of the Year nominee: Davin de Kergommeaux

Canadian Whisky Awards founder Davin de Kergommeaux has been writing and teaching about whisky for two decades

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Spirit Communicator of the Year nominee: Amanda Victoria

Amanda Victoria, communications and business development director at The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, is the IWSC’s first nominee for Spirit Communicator of the Year 2018

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Shortlist announced for Spirit Communicator of the Year 2018

Four stars of the spirits industry have been chosen to go forward to the shortlist of the IWSC’s prestigious Spirit Communicator of the Year award

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IWSC announced as official CapeWine sponsor

The IWSC has today been announced as an official sponsor of CapeWine, the leading international trade show for South African wine

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Vivino to sponsor new IWSC trophy championing winery innovation

The new Winery Innovator Trophy will be awarded to a winery that uses innovative techniques to ensure more people have access to amazing wines

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Emma Lang joins IWSC as China Commercial Manager

Emma Lang will be responsible for driving sales from Chinese wineries and Baijiu distilleries

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