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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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IWSC 2023 Argentina wine results announced

The IWSC is delighted to announce its 2023 Argentinian wine results following the in-situ judging in Mendoza.

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Wine news

2023 Argentinian Wine Judging – deliberations from our judges

This week the IWSC headed to Mendoza to judge Argentinian wines in situ. Following the tasting, we caught up with our judges to hear which styles and flights impressed them the most.

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Alternative drinks

The IWSC announces 2023 Alternative Drinks Trophy winners

The IWSC announce their 2023 Low Alcohol, No Alcohol, Lighter Alcohol, RTD, Vermouth and Huangjiu Trophies

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Spirit news

The IWSC announces shortlist for its 2023 Green Spirit Initiative Trophy

The IWSC announce the shortlist for our 2023 Green Spirit Initiative Trophy

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Alternative drinks

IWSC announces shortlists for new Low & No Wine and Spirits, RTD & Mixer Producer Trophies

The IWSC announces the shortlists for its 2023 Alternative Drinks Producer Trophies

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Alternative drinks

IWSC 2023 Alternative Drinks results are out

Following our extensive judging of several important drinks categories on 21 – 22 June, today we are delighted to reveal our 2023 Alternative Drinks medal results.

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Alternative drinks

2023 Alternative Drinks Judging - deliberations from our judges - days 1 & 2

We heard from our judges following two days of judging the IWSC's Alternative Drinks Awards

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Wine news

Turkish Wine: The Beauty of Diversity

With nearly 7,000 years of wine history and dozens of indigenous grapes, Turkey can impress even the most discerning drinker. But are Turkish wines ready to hit the international market? Following an in-situ judging in Istanbul, IWSC experts have discussed the future of Turkish wine.

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Alternative drinks

2023 Huangjiu Judging: deliberations from our judges

On Monday, 19 June the IWSC held the first-ever huangjiu awards in Europe. We caught up with our judges to hear about the highlights of the tasting and the unique flavour profile of this ancient Chinese drink.

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