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Each week we publish stories about the best wines and spirits, our experts, upcoming events, and beverage industry news. And, don't miss our new IWSC Insights series, where we take an in-depth look into drinks businesses and markets around the world. Looking for recommendations? Visit our consumer website Club Oenologique to read our top 10s and reviews.

Spirit news

Four Pillars awarded IWSC’s 2023 International Gin Producer Trophy

We’re delighted to award Four Pillars the IWSC 2023 International Gin Producer Trophy, sponsored by The Gin Guild.

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Spirit news

Altos Planos awarded IWSC’s 2023 Agave Producer Trophy

We’re delighted to award Altos Planos the IWSC 2023 Agave Producer Trophy, sponsored by Spirits Kiosk.

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Spirit news

Ragnaud Sabourin awarded IWSC’s 2023 Brandy Producer Trophy

We’re delighted to award Ragnaud Sabourin the IWSC 2023 Brandy Producer Trophy, sponsored by Talis.

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IWSC news

IWSC 2023 Awards Celebration: Evening Schedule

We are looking forward to welcoming guests to our 2023 Awards Celebration at the iconic Roundhouse, London on Thursday 19 October. Discover the evening schedule and other important details regarding the event.

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Wine news

IWSC 2023 Wine Trophy Winners announced

Having retasted the gold-winning wines from the 2023 awards, our judges have selected the best of the best – the IWSC’s wine trophy winners.

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Wine news

IWSC’s First 2024 Global Judging to take place in Georgia

We are delighted to kick start our 2024 Wine Awards at the “cradle of winemaking”. This autumn, our international experts will be heading to Georgia to judge wines from the world’s most ancient viticultural region.

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Wine news

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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Wine news

IWSC announces shortlist for 2023 Old Vine Trophy

Following a prolonged judging session, our international experts have selected the shortlist of producers who are committed to preserving their heritage vineyards.

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Wine news

IWSC 2023 Green Wine Initiative Trophy: shortlist announced

Our international judges have reviewed over a dozen applications from wine brands with a strong commitment to sustainability, and we are delighted to share the shortlist.

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Wine news

IWSC reveals 2023 Wine Producer Trophies shortlists

The IWSC is delighted to announce the shortlists for its coveted 2023 Wine Producer Trophies.

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