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#IWSCbestindie nominations announced - Consumer voting begins
THIS week sees the opening of consumer voting for the International Wine and Spirit Competition’s (IWSC) Independent Retailer of the Year Award. Nominations are in, and now it is time for the public to take charge and vote for their favourite wine and spirit merchant from those who nominated themselves as one of the very best. Votes are now open to the public and should
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Northern Hemisphere results announced
IN terms of quality, American wines have come out top in the International Wine and Spirit Competition’s (IWSC) northern hemisphere results, knocking France into second place. Although France was awarded the greater number of medals (833 to the USA’s 164), American wines scored more Golds and Gold Outstandings – the top gongs – comparative to the number of entries. Of all the American wines entered to the
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Brown-Forman Chairman assumes IWSC Presidency
G. Garvin Brown IV, Chairman of the Board of Brown-Forman, last week <Jan 9 th > assumed the presidency of the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC). He took over the role from outgoing president Mauricio González-Gordon, head of leading Spanish wine producer, Gonzalez Byass, at a ceremony at the Spanish company’s cellars in Jerez . Mr Brown followed the tradition of
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Waitrose crowned ‘Retailer of the Year’ at drinks industry ‘Oscars’
FOR the second year running, Waitrose has been awarded the prestigious title ‘Retailer of the Year’ by the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC). Sponsored by leading independent wine importer PLB, the title celebrates innovation in retailing wines and spirits, as well as the quality of the supermarket’s range. The supermarket, which has won the title three times overall, triumphed over a shortlist including Aldi
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The retailers and supermarkets shortlisted for top IWSC trophies
An IWSC business award is the ultimate acknowledgement for the trade. Highlighting the unsung heroes, be it distribution or supplying the on-trade; the companies that marry producers with buyers, brands with the buying public are the heart that keeps our trade running.
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Free Trade Agreement between the United Kingdom and Australia
Recent announcement of the Free Trade Agreement between the United Kingdom and Australia brings good news for UK merchants and consumers of wine and spirits.
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The undervalued red Rioja
When talking about ageworthy wines from classic regions, Bordeaux, Rhone, Burgundy and California come to mind, and rightly so. But one wine which always seems to be forgotten is Rioja.
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Producer profile: Stellenrust
Stellenrust, winner of the Chenin Blanc Trophy, has produced some of Stellenbosch’s finest wines since the winery’s establishment in 1928
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Shortlist for IWSC's Old Vine Trophy announced
Following the completition of its 2022 wine judging, the IWSC is delighted to share the shortlist for its Old Vine Trophy, created in partnership with the Old Vine Conference.
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Cooley seeks to use IWSC success to boost US sales
Ireland’s Cooley Distillery is looking to boost sales in the US following success at the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) in London, where their brands picked up eight gold medals. “The Irish whiskey industry is in rude health. There are opportunities in many markets around the world where Irish whiskey exports are benefitting from the industry’s collective success but the US market in
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Best Barolo for winter sipping
One of the big-hitters of the Old World, Barolo is among the finest – perhaps the finest – wine to come from Italy. Discover which seven Barolos took home IWSC medals this year.
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Top Californian red wines
When it comes to California, UK wine lovers are well catered for at the very top and bottom ends of the market. But what about in between? Here are some of the best Californian red wines you’ll find, from £20-£80
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Nominate your favourite restaurant to win a break for two at The Waterside Inn
Where was your favourite meal of the year? Which restaurant has the mostinteresting wine list? Where can you find the country’s greatest gastropub?Harden's wants to know.
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Winners announced at CapeWine
The IWSC announces its South African wine results on 12 September at CapeWine, celebrating the very best wines in South Africa at the country’s leading trade show
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Nominations open for WSET & IWSC Future 50 Awards
A new initiative recognising the future stars of the wine and spirit industry has been launched by the IWSC and the WSET
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Six reasons to enter the IWSC
With the first deadlines approaching for the IWSC's 50th year, here are six reasons why you should be entering the world's longest-running wine competition this year
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Design Awards: The most beautiful bottles in the world
Today the IWSC unveils the winners of the Design Awards 2019
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Future 50 Q&A: Sarah Heller MW
Asia-Pacific's youngest MW Sarah Heller has spent her time in lockdown writing, teaching online and working on her Visual Tasting Notes
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Best five Amarone from the IWSC 2020
Amarone della Valpolicella is an unparalleled, full-throttle and fruity wine from Veneto in the north of Italy made from grapes that are partially dried. Find out which Amarones wowed IWSC judges
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Brunello di Montalcino trophy winner: Tenute Piccini 2015
Tenute Piccini has been making wine in Tuscany since 1882, and is the recipient of an IWSC Trophy this year for its Brunello di Montalcino 2015
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IWSC Trophy winner: Bartinney Skyfall Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Award-winning Bartinney winemaker Ronell Wiid tells us how she got involved in the wine industry and shares her winemaking philosophy
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