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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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Wine trade rallies around South Africa in new campaign

People across the world will raise a toast to South Africa this weekend, as Wines of South Africa launches a new social media campaign

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Fortified Wine Producer 2019: Bodegas Fundador

With a history dating back to 1730, Bodegas Fundador has had time to perfect its fortified wine production

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Top 5 Croatian wines

There has been a remarkable shift in the quality of Croatian wines over the last 30 years

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Wine Discovery 2019: Ningxia Jade Vineyard Winery

Starting with its first vintage in 2014 – officially releasing it in 2016 – this Chinese winery has come a long way in a short amount of time

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IWSC Judges’ Insight: Victoria Burt MW

WSET's Victoria Burt shares her advice for MW hopefuls including the best resources and how to make the most of the programme 

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Top 5 Provence rosés for summer

Provence in southern France is the biggest rosé-producing area in the world, with rose wines making up almost 90% of the region’s production

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Meet the maker: Victoria Matta, Castello Vicchiomaggio

Tuscan wine estate Castello Vicchiomaggio is among Italy’s most historical wineries

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IWSC Judges' Insight: Steven Spurrier, IWSC Honorary Chair

Steven Spurrier is one of the most renowned figures in the world wine industry

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Top 10 English sparkling wines

In celebration of #theBIGenglishwinegoodfriday this week, try ten brilliant English sparkling wines, all IWSC winners

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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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