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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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Discover IWSC award winning wines at Cape Wine 2025
Are you going to Cape Wine this September? The IWSC is here to help navigate the show and discover wines with independent endorsements from our expert judges.
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Spirit news
A World of Sweet Traditions and Bold Innovations
How global producers are reviving a historic category with craft, character and floral flair
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Wine news
Introducing: Top 10 Young Georgian Winemaker Award
The IWSC, Wine Agency of Georgia and Gurjaani Wine Festival launch a new initiative to recognise emerging talent in Georgia.
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Wine news
Margaret River Results: Western Australia's Wine Renaissance
Judges uncover world-class Chardonnay, a record-breaking Cabernet and surprise stars in Western Australia’s strongest showing yet
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IWSC news
IWSC Design Awards 2025: Celebrating Innovation in Drinks Design
The IWSC Design Awards recognise the importance of design in the drinks industry. Find out which design's have been recognised this year.
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Wine news
The IWSC in Margaret River: Judges' Deliberations
Ahead of the results anouncement next week, read sbout the initial impressions and finding from this year's IWSC Global Judging in Margaret River.
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Spirit news
The Diverse World of Silver and Bronze Medal Vodkas
How alternative ingredients and emerging producers are reshaping vodka's future
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Spirit news
From Grain to Glory: How Traditional Ingredients Drive Gold Medal Vodkas
Seven Gold Outstanding medals prove heritage ingredients and regional mastery create exceptional vodka
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Spirit news
The Return of Flavoured Vodka
How this year's IWSC entries prove flavoured vodka has shed its artificial past for premium authenticity
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Spirit news
East Meets West in Perfect Harmony with Sake and Rice Wine
At IWSC 2025, sake and rice wine entries achieved an impressive 91% medal rate, with three Gold medals (95 points each) spanning Japanese sake craftsmanship and Chinese huangjiu tradition.
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