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Prince William and Kate Middleton Love This Hidden Wine Region

In 2016, Prince William and Kate Middleton visited Canada as part of their Commonwealth tour. It was then that the rest of the world learned about one of the world’s best-kept secrets: British Columbia's wine country. Along their journey, the Duke and Duchess stopped in to taste the local fare, including food and drink sourced from the Okanagan Valley, a small region in Western Canada that is also home to Mission Hill Winery. In 1994, Mission Hill’s 1992 vintage won "Best Chardonnay" at the International Wine and Spirit Competition, making it the very first Okanagan winery to receive such high recognition.

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Britons drank record amount of homegrown sparkling wine in 2018

In a major boost for producers, the Ridgeview estate in Sussex was last November named the world’s best winemaker in the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2018. This was the first time in the competition’s 49-year history that the award has been presented to an English producer.

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Aldi is starting to take its wine seriously

Moulins de Citran 2009 is an example of just how seriously Aldi are now beginning to take their wine selection. This recently won a gold medal at the International Wine and Spirit Competition.

Wine judging in Argentina, with Wines of Argentina

Mendoza. Mon 3 Jul 2023 - Fri 7 Jul 2023

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just the Winners - International Wine & Spirit Competition 2015: Scotch Whisky

Earlier today (23 July), the International Wine & Spirit Competition released the list of full winners for spirits for 2015. Here is the list of 'gold outstanding' and 'gold' winners for Scotch whisky.

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English Wine Blooms As Italians Suffer From Bad 2015 Crops

While the country that gave birth to pop culture phenomena such as The Beatles and even One Direction, the United Kingdom is certainly not known for its wine -

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Queensland wine writer Tyson Stelzer wins international award

A Brisbane-based wine writer has been named International Wine and Spirit Communicator of the Year at Italy's biggest wine fair, Vinitaly, in Verona this week.

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Unpop the cork Now! Francis Ford Coppola wins wine award

Francis Ford Coppola wins wine award

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How much do you really know about wine?

Put your knowledge to the test with the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET)

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SPAR UK TV Advert April 2014 Wine Festival Special Offers

Spar offers special deals on IWSC winning wines

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Why it has been a corking year for English wine

It is a fine time for the English vine. Sam Wylie-Harris discovers England's on sparkling form as English Wine Week touches down.

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Kavalan shines at International Wine and Spirits Competition

Taiwan whiskymaker surpasses 190 gold medals

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Matua named New Zealand Wine Producer of Year at IWSC

Matua has taken out the top prize for all New Zealand wineries at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), winning the trophy for New Zealand Wine Producer of the Year, announced last night in London.

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Nederburg shines at London’s International Wine & Spirit Competition

Nederburg has come away with a Gold Outstanding medal and eight Golds from the 2017 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) in London.

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Kiwi 'stickies' on the rise at global wine contest

New Zealand wines have triumphed in two categories at a prestigious wine competition in Britain, scooping the awards for pinot noir and sauvignon blanc.

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Madeira Wine Company conquista 4 medalhas em concurso internacional

A Madeira Wine Company esteve ‘em grande’ no IWSC - International Wine & Spirit Competition 2018, vendo quatro dos seus vinhos medalhados num dos mais conceituados concursos de vinho do mundo.

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Wine review: 12 wines to drink this autumn

As the temperature drops with the leaves, Will Lyons picks 12 wines to suit the season, including Brazin Lodi Old Vine Zinfandel 2014, which picked up a well-deserved gong at the IWSC.

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Aldi is bringing back its chocolate wine this Christmas

This isn't just any old chocolate wine, this particular drink actually picked up a pretty fancy award – the 'Silver Outstanding' award at the International Wine & Spirit Competition in 2015.

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Adnams vodka wins big at International Wine and Spirit awards

Suffolk brewer Adnams has been crowned Vodka Producer of the Year at an international wine and spirit awards.

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De Bortoli wins at the International Wine & Spirit Competition

De Bortoli Wines has won the inaugural Winery Innovator of the Year trophy at the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), being recognised for the unique packaging on its newly released Rosé Rosé.

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Bougie nights: Sussex vineyard makes a show of English wine

Challenges such as inclement weather are among the reasons that no English vineyard hadbeen named the world’s best producer in nearly half a century of the prestigious International Wine & Spirit Competition, the Oscars of wine. Until this year, that is, when the sparkling wine specialist Ridgeview became the first English winner in 49 years, emerging triumphant over far more illustrious names such as Lanson of France and South Africa’s Spier.

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WSET to mark 50 years of wine education

The WSET will partner with the IWSC, which is also celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2019, for a new initiative that will identify the next generation of leading wine and spirits professionals and emphasise the importance of developing new talent through education and awards.

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North winery wants you to love English wine

Based in Team Valley, Laneberg Wine is the most northerly winery in the UK. Its Bacchus 2018 white wine won medals at the Wine GB Awards and the International Wine And Spirits Competition.

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Two international awards for local producer La Mare Wine Estate

Tim Crowley, Managing Director, expressed his immense pride in Jordi, Andrew, and the entire team for their outstanding achievements. He emphasised the significance of the IWSC recognition, stating that it significantly elevates La Mare Wine Estate’s profile as a reputable artisan producer on the global stage.

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Top Small Batch Bourbon From The International Wine & Spirit Competition

Rare and remarkable — these top small batch bourbons wowed IWSC’s judges in Kentucky. See why each one deserves a permanent spot on your shelf.