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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

Five top-rated New World Pinot Noirs

It's not just Burgundy that produces great Pinot Noir. In our latest selection of wines from IWSC, New World Pinots take centre stage

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Spirit news

Vodka Producer 2019: Zubrowka

Whether it’s known as ‘bison-grass vodka’, ‘16th-century vodka’ or even ‘healthy vodka’, this brand certainly knows how to steal the show

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Spirit news

UK Gin Producer 2019: Atom Brands

“Only the best” is the simple philosophy Atom Brands abides by in order to create its exceptional range of craft spirits

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Spirit news

IWSC whiskies auctioned for coronavirus charity work

Whiskies blended for the 500th anniversary of Scotch whisky will be auctioned by Whisky.Auction to support those affected by COVID-19

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Spirit news

Meet the maker: Barb Grossenbacher, Edelwhite Gin

IWSC talks to award-winning Swiss producer Barb Grossenbacher of Edelwhite Gin, which holds the Gin and Tonic Trophy 2019

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Wine news

Sweet Wine Producer 2019: Weingut Horst Sauer

This family-run winery – named after its owner Horst Sauer – crafts wines of purity and intensity of flavour

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Wine news

Meet the maker: Khalil Wardy, Domaine Wardy

Domaine Wardy is a family owned winery and distillery located in the Beqaa Valley in Lebanon, which has won 21 awards with IWSC

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Spirit news

Worldwide Whiskey Producer 2019: Irish Distillers

Not content with winning this coveted title once, Irish Distillers has retained its place as the world’s leading whiskey producer

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Wine news

IWSC Wine Communicator 2020 shortlist: Melissa Monosoff MS

Melissa Monosoff’s experience working with food has given her a unique perspective and personality expressed in her wine communication

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IWSC Wine Communicator 2020 shortlist: Anne Krebiehl MW

Anne Krebiehl MW has found a wide audience for her wine writing, while working vintages and studying for her MW examination

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