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International Wine and Spirits Competition: Chinese winery recognized at 'Oscars' of drink industry
Chinese wine has been recognized for the first time by the International Wine and Spirit Competition, known in industry circles as the "Oscars for wine". China is now one of the world's biggest consumers of wine. The domestic industry is still little known overseas, but that hasn't stopped it from growing rapidly. CGTN's Zhang He reports.
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For first time in 50 years, Crimean wine wins accolades in London
The Crimea-based Alma Valley winery took three medals at the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) in London.
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Why fighting it out for medals is vital for emerging wine countries
We are about to enter awards season where black ties and ball gowns will become as common on a night out as a pair of sandals or sunglasses in high summer. This year’s awards nights, however, will have a fair few newcomers in the audience from a wider range of countries as Eastern Europe, in particular, targets the major competitions as a platform to help change the wine industry’s perceptions about its wines.
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Heaven in a glass: topping the class at the International Wine Awards
Two major international wine awards – namely the International Wine Challenge (IWC) and the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) – found these two samples worthy winners...
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English sparkling wine tops Which? taste test of non-champagne fizz
In a further boost for English producers, the Ridgeview estate in Sussex was this week awarded the coveted trophy of the world’s best winemaker in the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2018. This is the first time in the IWSC’s 49-year history that the award has been presented to an English producer.
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Asda has announced a huge sale on wine and champagne – but you’ll have to be quick!
Red wine fans will love Asda’s Extra Special Yarra Valley Pinot Noir, usually £9. Just right for Easter lunch, it’s won Decanter and IWSC awards.
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Celebrate English Wine Week with these ten top-notch bottles, chosen by Susy Atkins
Serious recognition on a global scale is coming in now too, as the three major international competitions (International Wine Challenge, International Wine & Spirit Competition and Decanter World Wine Awards) have bestowed a huge number of awards on English wines, mainly sparklers, this spring.
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West-Sussex based producer wins Gold at prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition
Foxhole Spirits is delighted to announce that HYKE Gin has won Gold in the ‘Gin-Contemporary’category at the2019 International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC).
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Forget the Napa Valley. Meet the woman making wine in Team Valley
Its Bacchus 2018 white wine has won three bronze medals at the International Wine And Spirits Competition (IWSC), the Wine GB awards and the regional competitions for producers from the Midlands and the North.
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The International Wine And Spirit Competition: The Best Single Malt Scotch Of 2022
In the Scotch whisky category, traditionally one of the competition’s largest and most competitive segments, a total of 38 single malt Scotch whiskies were awarded the coveted Gold Outstanding medal.
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The Best Tequilas And Mezcals: The 2022 International Wine And Spirits Competition
In the Tequila and Mezcal category, one of the competition’s fastest growing segments, a total of three Tequilas and six Mezcals were awarded the coveted Gold Outstanding medal. The winners ranged from iconic brands like 1800 to new, emerging Mezcal brands like Mezcal Amores or Casa Lumbre.
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Copalli Rum wins a gold and silver medal at the International Wine and Spirits Competition 2023
Copalli Rum, a Belizean rum brand, has proudly taken home two prestigious awards at the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) 2023.
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The Best Wines In The World-According To The International Wine And Spirits Competition
Each year, the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC), one of the oldest and most prestigious events in the beverage world, brings back all its individual wine winners across various categories to determine the best of the best.
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The Top Spanish And Portuguese Wines From The 2024 International Wine & Spirit Competition
Among the multitude of wines vying for recognition from the two countries, only five dry wines, four from Spain and one from Portugal, earned prestigious Gold medals at the 2024 International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) judging.
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The Top Rosé Wines From The 2024 International Wine & Spirit Competition
France dominated the 2024 International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC), rosé wine judging. Producers from Provence winning three of four Gold medals out of a total of more than 200 medalists.
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The Best Blended Scotch Whisky, According To The 2024 International Wine & Spirit Competition
The 2024 Scotch whisky judging results have been announced by the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC). Thirteen Scotch whiskies were rated at 98 points or higher, winning Gold Outstanding medals. Ten of those whiskies were single malts. The other three Gold Outstanding medals were awarded to blended whisky expressions.
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The World’s Top Gins, According To The International Wine & Spirit Competition
Five gins scored Double Gold medals, and 54 won Gold Medals at the 2024 International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) judging in what has become one of the world’s largest, if not the largest, gin competitions. Here are highlights and tasting notes on the top-ranked gins.
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Island Spirits Distillery wines three medals at International Wine And Spirit Competition
In a proud moment for the Island Spirits Distillery, makers of Isle of Wight Gin and Rocken End Rum, three of its spirits have clinched prestigious awards at this year's International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC).
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Cierto Tequila Wins Gold at the 2024 International Wine & Spirits Competition
The Elevated Spirits Company is pleased to announce that Cierto Tequila received eight (8) medals, including Gold, at the 2024 International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC).
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The World’s Top Rums, According To The International Wine & Spirit Competition
Seven rums scored Double Gold medals, and 45 won Gold Medals at the 2024 International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) judging of rums. Here are highlights and tasting notes on the top-ranked rums.
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The Top Scotch Whisky Producers - According To The International Wine And Spirit Competition
Each year, the International Wine and Spirit Competition awards Spirit Producer Trophies to “the most outstanding producers in their respective categories: agave, gin, rum, vodka, whisky, and several others.” These prestigious trophies represent the IWSC's top accolade.
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The Vodka Of The Year, According To The International Wine & Spirit Competition
The IWSC has released its 2024 Vodka of the Year, a diverse collection of 10 top-ranked vodkas selected by its judging panel. Below are tasting notes and insightful commentary on current vodka trends.
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From medicine to wine: IWSC president Catena offers a good dose
A large swathe of wine and spirits folk gathered for the IWSC's annual awards banquet at London's Guildhall.
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Ogilvy Spirits take two awards at International Wine and Spirit Competition
Ogilvy Spirits take two awards at International Wine and Spirit Competition 23-07-2015 Daily Record Forfar-based vodka distiller received a Gold Outstanding and the Vodka Trophy at this year's IWSC awards, just seven months after launching
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The Bluffer's Guide To Wine: How To Pretend To Be An Expert Quickly
Joe Fattorini, 2017 Wine Communicator Of The Year, tells us about how to look like a wine expert.
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