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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.
Wine news
IWSC 2026 Judging in Conegliano Valdobbiadene: judges’ deliberations
The IWSC’s third Judging in Conegliano Valdobbiadene brought together leading international wine experts to assess the latest expressions of Prosecco Superiore DOCG. We caught up with our judges about the standout flights and styles.
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Spirit news
IWSC Spirits Judging 2026: week 1 highlights
Following two weeks of wine judging in London, the IWSC Spirits Judging has brought together leading spirits buyers, bartenders, distillers and communicators to assess entries from across the global spirits industry - from classic Scotch whisky and Caribbean rum to contemporary gin and premium vodka.
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Wine news
IWSC 2026 Wine results revealed
The IWSC has unveiled the results of its 2026 Wine Judging, following two weeks of rigorous tasting by more than 130 of the UK’s leading wine professionals.
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Wine news
The IWSC will be returning to Margaret River in 2026
Following a successful 2025, the IWSC will return to Margaret River once again for its fourth annual judging of Western Australian wines. This judging will be held in partnership with Margaret River Wines
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Alternative drinks
IWSC No, Low & Mid-Strength Judging 2026: highlights
A landmark year for No, Low and Mid-strength at the IWSC 2026 London Judging saw dedicated expert panels uncover standout quality across spirits, RTDs, functional drinks and wine.
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Wine news
IWSC Wine Judging 2026: highlights of week 2
Week 2 of the IWSC Wine Judging in London delivered another deep dive into the global wine landscape, with judges assessing an exceptional breadth of styles — from classic Champagne and Bordeaux to emerging regions in Central and Eastern Europe.
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Wine news
IWSC Wine Judging 2026: highlights of week 1
From Rioja to Ningxia, week 1 of the IWSC Wine Judging reveals evolving styles, regional diversity and a shift towards balance.
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IWSC news
IWSC Emerging Talent Awards: Folakemi Alli-Balogun wins 2026 Wine Business Award
Folakemi Alli-Balogun, founder of The Wine Club Lagos, wins the IWSC 2026 Emerging Talent in Wine Business Award for her impact on African wine culture.
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IWSC news
IWSC Emerging Talent Awards: Maisie Turner Named 2026 Wine Communication Winner
Maisie Turner wins the IWSC 2026 Emerging Talent in Wine Communication Award, recognised for bridging trade and consumer audiences with clarity and style.
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IWSC news
IWSC Emerging Talent Awards: Mia Meng Zhang named 2026 Wine Hospitality Winner
Mia Meng Zhang wins the IWSC 2026 Emerging Talent in Wine Hospitality Award, recognised for creativity and elevating Chinese wine in Beijing.
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