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Joe Fattorini and Jancis Robinson team up for The Wine Show
IWSC Wine Communicators Joe Fattorini and Jancis Robinson join forces for the second season of popular TV show The Wine Show
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Joe Fattorini and Joe Wadsack join forces for London Wine Fair
Two of the most entertaining men in wine are teaming up for the first time next week, and you can see them in action
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IWSC unveils the 2020 wine and spirit design and packaging winners
Only the best of the best managed to secure a medal in this year's IWSC Design Awards. Here are the results.
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Aldi and Waitrose win Wine and Spirit Supermarket of the Year awards from the IWSC
The role of the supermarket as the gatekeeper to consumers’ drinking choices cannot be underestimated, and these two UK shops have raised the stakes in what is possible in drinks retailing.
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Sophia Longhi announced as IWSC's 2022 Emerging Talent in Wine Communication winner
The IWSC are delighted to name our first winner of our Emerging Talent in Wine Communication as Sophia Longhi.
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“The what, why and where of content: how wine communication is changing”
During this year’s London Wine Fair, we gathered some of our 2022 Emerging Talent entrants together with Laura Richards, Digital Editor for Club Oenologique, to discuss what can brands do to adapt to the ever-changing communication landscape and the future of wine communication.
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Forging Its Own Path: the rise of Margaret River as a fine wine destination
Following the IWSC judging in Margaret River, Australia, our international experts, Alistair Cooper MW, Beth Pearce MW, Freddy Bulmer and Melania Battiston came together to share their insights on the quality of Margaret River wines, as well as their future on the international stage.
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IWSC reveals medal results of 2024 Wine Judging in South Africa
This year, South African wines scooped over 520 medals leaving our judges in awe of the incredible quality on show.
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Turkish tradition triumphs: Akberg Şrince Şarapçilik wins IWSC Turkish Wine Producer Trophy
Following our 2025 Global Judging event in Turkey, Akberg Şrince Şarapçilik has been awarded the Turkish Global Judging Producer Trophy for its exceptional wines.
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IWSC announces first release of 2019 winners
Results revealed for northern hemisphere wines at London Wine Fair on 20 May
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‘Fizz & Chips’
‘Fizz & Chips’ Judges from the IWSC Share Top Tips VIEW THE INFOGRAPHIC Drinks experts from around the world who judge for the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), have shared their top recommendations for everyday food and wine pairings. Highlights include partnering your fish and chips with a glass of champagne for the ultimate ‘Fizz & Chips’, but all of the experts agreed to
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IWSC finalist Jean Smullen hosts ‘Bubbles across the Waves’
Jean Smullen, a nominee for the International Wine and Spirit Competition’s (IWSC) title ‘Communicator of the Year’ will showcase sparkling wines from around the world at an Italian wine and spirits fair this week <April 8>. The tasting seminar, called ‘Bubbles across the Waves’, will present award-winning sparkling wines from countries ranging from Russia to New Zealand. Jean, who is based in County Dublin, is an accomplished wine educator and
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IWSC to hold exclusive tasting at LiWF
The International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), is once again showcasing a range of events and exclusive tastings at the London International Wine and Spirit Fair (17th-19th May 2011). Click here to view the tasting schedule. Events and press announcements will take place throughout the three days on the IWSC stand located at G25 at Excel Conference Centre, London. Highlights taking place
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Julian Brind Award nominee: Clara Rubin
The IWSC's final shortlisted nominee for the Julian Brind Award is Clara Rubin, National Training Manager at Berkmann Wine Cellars
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IWSC awards excellence in wines and spirits at its 49th Banquet
The stars of the wine and spirit industries were celebrated this week at the IWSC’s gala dinner and awards ceremony
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Dirceu Vianna Junior MW: IWSC elevates industry standards
In this first edition of the IWSC Insider, our Wine Judging Committee member Dirceu Vianna Junior MW shares how the IWSC contributes to industry standards and reveals how the medals are awarded.
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The International Wine & Spirit Competition opens nominations for the Blogger of the Year 2015, sponsored by Gonzalez Byass
The International Wine & Spirit Competition opens nominations for the Blogger of the Year 2015, sponsored by Gonzalez Byass With a closing deadline of May 6th, the International Wine & Spirit Competition’s (IWSC) has commenced their search for ‘Blogger of the Year.’ The IWSC has given the public the opportunity to nominate candidates for the award. Gonzalez Byass, the award sponsor, is one of the
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Lifetime Achievement Award: Christine Parkinson
Meet our Lifetime Achievement award-winner 2019, veteran wine and sake buyer and educator Christine Parkinson
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Communicator of the Year Shortlist
The International Wine and Spirit Competition Announces the Shortlist for ‘Communicator of the Year 2015’ To coincide with Vinitaly 2015, the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) has announced the shortlist for its Communicator of the Year award. The award, sponsored by Vinitaly was created to highlight an individual or organisation who demonstrates exceptional contribution to increasing awareness of wine and
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IWSC Releases Product Trophy Results
IWSC Releases Product Trophy Results Today (9 th October 2014), the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) announces its Product Trophy Results. From the 24 distinguished trophies awarded this year, the New World dominated the results with South Africa claiming five, including The Denbies Trophy for Bottle Fermented Sparkling being awarded to producer Graham Beck Wines for its Blanc de Blancs 2009.
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IWSC unveils the key drinks trends of the year
The IWSC identifies the frontrunners in wine and spirits, following Annual Awards Banquet at Guildhall
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Waitrose and IWSC announces shortlist for'Julian Brind Memorial Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Wine Industry 2014'
Waitrose and the International Wine and Spirit Competition announces shortlist for ‘Julian Brind Memorial Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Wine Industry 2014’ The International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) has announced its shortlist for the 2014 Julian Brind Memorial Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Wine Industry. This prestigious title was created in 2012 to highlight a man or woman who demonstrates they have
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International and home-grown talent recognised at IWSC banquet
Last week – November 14th - saw some of the most prestigious names in the wine and spirit industry convene for the International Wine and Spirit Competition's (IWSC's) annual banquet, which was held at London's Guildhall. Over 450 people from the industry attended the event and had the chance to taste the IWSC's award-winning wines. The trophies for this year's competition were, as always, split
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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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