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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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30 best vegan-friendly wines from around the world
It’s World Vegan Month, and with the ever-increasing take-up of veganism, we look at what makes a wine vegan and 30 best vegan-friendly award-winning wines
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The best merlots from around the world
A remarkably versatile grape, Merlot is a worldwide success story. Find out which 19 wines scooped a medal at a recent IWSC judging
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Trophy winner 2020: Kamanterena Winery Commandaria Saint Barnabas 2002
We spoke to Kamanterena winery's chief winemaker & production manager about their trophy win, philosophy & how to best enjoy their Commandaria Saint Barnabas 2002.
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15 best red wines from Central & Eastern Europe
With ancient qvevris to ferment wine in and native grape varieties, the medal-winning wines from Central & Eastern European are worth finding out more about.
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13 best white wines from Central & Eastern Europe
We take a look at the award-winning Central & Eastern European producers who are making the best white wines from indigenous & international grapes.
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The world's best champagnes
Nothing conveys luxury and celebration more than the word 'Champagne'. Find out the best Champagnes of 2020 as scored by IWSC judges.
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IWSC reveals the producers shortlisted for top wine trophies
IWSC unveils the final shortlists for the Wine Producer Awards, which recognise the best producers across the world.
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2020 Wine Trophies Announced
Find out which 30 wines scooped the top spot this year as we reveal the wine trophies.
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2020 Southern Hemisphere wine judging: the verdict
IWSC experts have sampled the wares of the 2020 Southern Hemisphere entries, culminating in the trophy judging at the end of an enlightening week.
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IWSC Business Insight: Berkmann Wine Cellars
Founded in 1964, Berkmann Wine Cellars is the largest family-owned and family-run wine importer in the UK
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