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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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Scotch Whisky Award Shortlist: Colin Dunn

Colin Dunn may well have the greatest job title in the world: Diageo whisky ambassador. He is the IWSC's first shortlisted nominee for Outstanding Achievement in Scotch Whisky

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Spirit news

Shortlist announced for Outstanding Achievement in Scotch Whisky

Five stars of the Scotch whisky industry have been shortlisted for the IWSC’s final achievement award

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IWSC news

Wines and spirits celebrated for design innovation

Over 75 Gold and Gold Outstanding medals were awarded to a range of wine and spirit brands today in the release of the IDMA results

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Wine news

Chinese wine winners announced

The IWSC’s Chinese wine results have been announced today – the last of the results to be announced from this year’s competition

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Wine news

Wine Producer of the Year shortlists announced

The best producers from around the world have been announced in the IWSC Wine Producer of the Year shortlists

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Wine news

Wine Product Award winners announced

The remaining Product Award winners have been announced today, crowning the best examples of different varietals and styles of wine in the world

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Wine news

Takapoto Estate wins Pinot Noir Trophy for second year running

Winemaker Andy Anderson of New Zealand’s Takapoto Estate has been awarded the IWSC Pinot Noir Trophy for the second year in a row

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Wine news

Over 250 medals awarded to Chilean wines

Chilean wines have been awarded over 250 medals today in the latest IWSC results 

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Wine news

Familia Torres opens new winery in Costers del Segre

Spain’s largest winery Familia Torres has opened a new winery, Purgatori

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IWSC news

London’s finest restaurateurs celebrated at Harden’s Awards

London’s finest chefs, street food vendors and restaurateurs were celebrated at Harden’s London Restaurant Awards this week, at one of the city’s most iconic hotels

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