IWSC - Club Oenologique

A little (big!) appreciation post for our event sponsors, partners and suppliers from Tuesday's Awards Ceremony - swipe for some top-notch photography from our good friend Seb Higgins. A huge and special thank you to... Our Drinks Reception & Dinner Wine Suppliers: Portofino Dry Gin, Franklin & Sons, Bou Barroeta, Champagne Palmer, Fox & Fox Mayfield, Franc Lizer Wines, Champagne Henriot, House of Cards, Weingut Leth, Likya Wines, Cederberg Wines, Edenvale Wines, Drinks Kitchen, Dr Zero Zero & Kopke 🍾 Our Water, Cheese & Trophy partners: Aquapax Water, Haute Fromagerie (Savencia) & Glencairn 🌊🧀🏆️ Our Sponsor Bars: Franklin & Sons and Monkey Shoulder🍸️ You all contributed to creating an excellent experience for our guests, and we couldn't have done it without you! 👏 #IWSC2024AwardsCelebration

We would like to say a huge thank you to our greatly supportive Sponsors & Partners for your involvement in Tuesday's Awards Celebration - we thoroughly enjoyed hosting you and hope you had lots of fun 💃⁠ ⁠ ⁠ We look forward to building upon our fruitful relationships in years to come! ⁠Eyes peeled for photos of our sponsors, partners and suppliers in action tomorrow 👀⁠ ⁠ Bring on 2025...🏆️⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #IWSC2024AwardsCelebration

What a night! 🍾 Yesterday, almost 400 drinks industry professionals joined us at The Roundhouse to celebrate our amazing trophy winners. Thank you to everyone who attended and all of our sponsors! With 35 trophies awarded to emerging talent, producers, and communicators, it was a fantastic night celebrating fine wines, spirits, alternative drinks and, above all, the exceptional talent in our industry. Scroll through to see some of the highlights from the event, and follow the link below to see the full gallery: https://hubs.ly/Q02Y1_c20 #iwsc #iwsc2024 #iwscawardscelebration #drinksindustry #wine #spirits

Last but not least, our final announcement of the night is our 2025 Spirits Communicator Trophy, sponsored by Chivas Brothers. After much deliberation, the judges have chosen Melita Kiely as the worthy winner! With a decade-long commitment to the spirits industry, Melita has carved a niche for herself as a prominent journalist and editor. She was selected for this esteemed award due to her exceptional communication skills and her significant contributions to the promotion of spirits over the past year. Well done Melita Kiely! Read more on Melita’s achievement at the link: https://hubs.ly/Q02X-_2F0 #iwsc #iwsc2024 #iwsccommunicatortrophies #spiritscommunicator #spirits #drinksindustry

Now for the announcement we’ve all been waiting for, the IWSC 2025 Wine Communicator Trophy, sponsored by Vinitaly Official. We are delighted to reveal that Andrew Caillard MW is the winner of this prestigious award. Andrew's extensive experience spans publishing, broadcasting, and education, making him a multifaceted communicator in the wine industry. His work as an author and consultant and his recent book, Australian Ark, reflects a commitment to demystifying wine for both enthusiasts and trade professionals. Congratulations Andrew Caillard MW on winning this well-deserved award, and thank you to sponsor Vinitaly. Find out more about why the judges chose Andrew for this trophy here: https://hubs.ly/Q02X-JRT0 #iwsc #iwsc2024 #iwsccommunicatortrophies #winecommunicator #wine #drinksindustry

We are thrilled to reveal that Vilafonté (South Africa) has just been awarded the IWSC’s 2024 Outstanding Wine Producer Trophy. Vilafonté has consistently demonstrated its commitment to producing wines that embody excellence and integrity. In 2024, the team at Vilafonté achieved an exceptional vintage, a testament to their unwavering pursuit of winemaking brilliance. Their multi-faceted approach to sustainability sets them apart from their competitors. Congratulations to the team at Vilafonté on this fantastic achievement and thank you to the sponsors of the IWSC’s Outstanding Wine Producer Trophy, Encirc. Find out more about this year’s outstanding winner here: https://hubs.ly/Q02X_5y80 #iwsc #iwsc2024 #iwscawardscelebration #iwscproducertrophies #outstandingwineproducer #bestwine

We’ve reached the grand finale of this amazing night and here come our most anticipated announcements. The winner of this year’s Outstanding Spirits Producer is Del Maguey Mezcal (Mexico)! With a mission to share the mystique of mezcal with the world, Del Maguey has built an award-winning portfolio that now includes 20 unique expressions made from 12 varietals, produced by 10 different families. Our judges were impressed with the company's unwavering commitment to quality and its ability to scale while staying true to its roots. Huge congratulations to Del Maguey, and thank you to the sponsors of our Outstanding Spirits Producer Trophy, Forsyths Ltd. Find out more about this year’s outstanding winner here: https://hubs.ly/Q02X-_m10 #iwsc #iwsc2024 #iwscawardscelebration #iwscproducertrophies #outstandingspiritsproducer #spirits

Our last Alternative Drinks announcement of the evening is our Mixer Producer Trophy. We are delighted to reveal that Franklin & Sons have won this award. Founded in 1886, Franklin & Sons has a storied heritage in the art of mixing exceptional flavours, making them a well-recognized name in the beverage industry for over a century. Their unique approach to crafting high-quality drinks has redefined the role of mixers as the essential ingredients in creative cocktails. Congratulations Franklin & Sons! To find out how this influential brand is leading the way in mixers, follow the link: https://hubs.ly/Q02X-8zm0 #iwsc #iwsc2024 #iwscawardscelebration #iwscproducertrophies #mixerproducer #mixers

Huge congratulations to Curatif (Australia) who have just won our Ready to Drink Producer trophy for the third year in a row – what a fantastic achievement! Curatif's unique approach fuses traditional cocktail craftsmanship with modern production techniques, resulting in some of the most awarded premixed cocktails in the industry. Celebrated for its cutting-edge processes and sustainable practices, Curatif has garnered significant partnerships with five-star hotels, prestigious airlines, and major sporting events, all while achieving remarkable accolades. Well done Curatif! Read more about this innovative producer here: https://hubs.ly/Q02X-f940 #iwsc #iwsc2024 #iwscproducertrophies #readytodrinkcocktails #rtd

Its now time to move on to our Alternative Drinks trophies. First up is the winner of our Low & No Producer Trophy, sponsored by BevZero. We are beyond thrilled to reveal that Edenvale Beverages (Australia) have been awarded this trophy! Edenvale Beverages has been at the forefront of the no-alcohol wine movement since its inception in 2006. Over the years they have achieved remarkable success, boasting an extensive range of 18 unique wines sourced from certified sustainable vineyards. Well done to Edenvale Beverages! Find out why they were the judges’ pick here: https://hubs.ly/Q02X-c1n0 #iwsc #iwsc2024 #iwscawardscelebration #iwscproducertrophies #lowandnoproducer #noalcohol #lowalcohol