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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.
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Judge profile: Xavier Rousset MS
Xavier Rousset MS is a restaurateur, entrepreneur and award-winning sommelier
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Spirit news
IWSC announces 2019 spirits results showing the new spirit trends to watch
On 30 July, the Worshipful Company of Distillers and the IWSC hosted their 12th Annual Spirits Tasting in London
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Wine news
The world of co-operatives
If you're a small wine producer from a classic region and want to carry on the family tradition but already have a full-time job, one attractive and immensely practical solution is to join the local winemaking co-operative.
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Spirit news
Spirits Communicator shortlist: The Three Drinkers
Colin Hampden-White, Aidy Smith and Helena Nicklin are a trio of drinks writers and presenters
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Spirit news
Spirits Communicator shortlist: Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr Lyan)
Cocktail bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana, aka Mr Lyan, has been involved in some of the world’s best bars for over 15 years
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Wine news
Albariño – the perfect summer drink
The very fashionable Albariño has a number of similarities with Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc: its popularity on retail shelves, its flavour profile, and it’s also great value for money.
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Spirit news
Spirits Communicator shortlist: George Restrepo
George Restrepo is a Columbian publicist, photographer, bartender, and co-founder of the largest Spanish spirits and mixology platform, Coctelería Creativa
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Wine news
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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Spirit news
Spirits Communicator shortlist: Arthur Nägele
Swiss spirits educator Arthur Nägele has been working in the industry for 15 years as a judge, presenter and educator
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Wine news
Touriga Nacional, a great alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon
The king of Douro, Touriga Nacional, is probably the key ingredient in top Vintage Port, and more recently it’s being used to produce some top-notch table wines.
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