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Top 15 Sauvignon Blancs from around the world
The IWSC has compiled a list of some the best Sauvignon Blancs currently available
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IWSC Market Insight: social media marketing
Hannah Milnes shares her tips for how wine brands can navigate the intricacies of social media
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Andrew Caillard MW: Australian old vines deserve a trophy
We caught up with the IWSC judge for the upcoming Global Wine Judging in Margaret River, Andrew Caillard MW, on Western Australian vine heritage and his expectations ahead of the competition.
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Supermarket own-label Champagnes scoop Gold
Waitrose and Sainsbury’s own-label Champagnes beat some of the most popular Champagne houses to win Gold (Best in Class) at the UK’s prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) Northern Hemiphere Wine Results. The Waitrose Champagne Brut NV, currently priced at £16.19, was rated against Boizel Brut Reserve NV (Silver), Champagne De Cazanove Grand Azzarart NV (Silver), GH Mumm Cordon Rouge NV (Bronze) and
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IWSC Announce new Chairman of Technical and Judging Committee
The International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), the world’s most prestigious wine and spirit competition, is pleased to announce the appointment of Philip Goodband MW as the new Chairman of the Technical and Judging Committee. Philip said of his role “I am delighted to have this opportunity to work with an exceptional team to enhance the already high reputation of the IWSC”. Philip
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Champagne Besserat de Bellefon Cuvée des Moines scoops top award in the 2011 International Wine and Spirit Competition
Lanson International, the “House of Brands” is delighted to announce that Champagne Besserat de Bellefon Cuvée des Moines Brut Millésime 2002 has for the first time been awarded Gold (Best in Class) in the 2011 International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC). In addition to the success of the Cuvée des Moines wine, other winners in the IWSC include; Lanson Rose Label Brut Rosé NV
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Judge profile: John Hoskins MW
In 1994, John Hoskins became the first person in the restaurant industry to become a Master of Wine
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IWSC celebrates third successful US tasting
Leading American sommeliers, winegrowers and buyers were among the judges at the International Wine and Spirit Competition’s third US tasting. Following the well-attended event, at California’s Culinary Institute of America, winning wines are awaiting shipment to the UK for expert chemical analysis . IWSC’s Managing Director, Allen Gibbons said: “We’ve been judging US wines in California for the past three years and have
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IWSC to take its global awards to Georgia
The IWSC has announced it will be taking its globally respected wine awards to Georgia this October. Following its successful local judging in South Africa and Conegliano-Valdobbiadene earlier this summer, the IWSC is now inviting producers in Georgia to enter its awards.
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2022 Wine Results: A growing confidence in winemaking illustrated in China’s solid performance at this year’s IWSC awards
Announcing its 2022 medal results, the IWSC, the world’s most established wine awards, is delighted to see further advancement of China’s comparatively youthful wine production industry.
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Celebrating the rising stars of wines and spirits: Meet the 2025 IWSC Emerging Talent in Wine and in Spirits shortlists
IWSC Emerging Talent Awards shine a spotlight on the people who are shaping the future of the drinks world and here we reveal Emerging Talent in Wine and Emerging Talent in Spirits
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Nominate now for The Julian Brind Memorial Trophy
Nominations close this week for The Julian Brind Memorial Trophy, which celebrates outstanding achievement in the wine industry
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HKTDC Wines & Spirits Fair 2017
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Thu 9 Nov 2017 - Sat 11 Nov 2017
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Flavours of New Zealand: 10 IWSC wines
The IWSC presented a selection of winning wines to over 250 members of the international wine trade
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Gold medals awarded to a diverse variety of Italian wines
Italy remains one of the most consistently exciting wine countries, with this year’s winners spread throughout the country
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Top wines of Spain and Portugal unveiled in latest IWSC results announcement
The latest wine results of the IWSC 2019 have been announced, awarding the very best wines in Spain and Portugal
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IWSC Awards Banquet
The International Wine & Spirit Competition hosts annual awards banquet at London’s Guildhall and reveals top trophy winners. The International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) announced the winners of 2015 at its Annual Awards Banquet which took place at the Guildhall, London, last night. Big winners on the night included South Africa’s Kanonkop Wine Estate, Marks & Spencer, Kent’s Gusbourne Estate and London Wine
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Lidl UK’S WESTERN GOLD Bourbon Whiskey lives up to its name
Lidl UK’s newest whiskey has been awarded a Gold Outstanding award at this year’s International Wine & Spirit Competition. Their Western Gold 6 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey (£14.49, 70cl) was introduced at the end of April earlier this year and proved to be a big hit with shoppers from the moment it reached the shelves. Judges praised the whiskey for its concentrated citrus and rich honey notes
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Announcing IWSC’s Insight Series: Supermarkets & Large-scale Drinks Specialists Report
As part of the IWSC newly-created Insight Series, we are excited to present our first report focusing on how wine producers can succeed in the highly competitive retail space – created in partnership with Cat Lomax, IWSC judge and recommended consultant for the retail sector.
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Judge profile: Michelle Cherutti-Kowal MW
Michelle Cherutti-Kowal MW is a consultant wine lecturer, writer and presenter, specialising in Italy, France, South Africa and North and South America
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Christelle Guibert leaves Decanter to join IWSC and The Conversion Fund
The Conversion Fund, a global portfolio of 28 companies within the luxury, lifestyle and creative space, is delighted to announce the appointment of Christelle Guibert as Wine Director
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Join the IWSC at Vinitaly 2018
Wine Communicator of the Year 2018 Tom Cannavan will be presenting a special tasting at Vinitaly, while the IWSC will again be offering free bottle collection
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