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2022 Master of Wine exam questions + wines revealed

The Institute of Masters of Wine has recently revealed the questions from the 2022 MW exam, as well as the wines used in the practical or tasting assessment.

The practical tasting and theory questions form the second part of MW study, with those who successfully pass this stage moving on to the final aspect of the MW programme: the research paper.

One hundred and three students sat the theory and practical exams July 26-29 in London, Napa and Adelaide. These students have already passed Stage 1 of the program; a one-day assessment comprising a 12-wine blind tasting exam in the morning and a theory exam in the afternoon.

Here is the list of wines that were used in the 2022 Masters of Wine practical examination:

Chinon Cuvée Terroir, Charles Joguet, 2019. Loire Valley, France.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Double Diamond, Schrader Cellars, 2018. Oakville, Napa Valley, USA.
Merlot, Vino de Eyzaguirre, 2019. Colchagua Valley, Chile.
Château Larrivet Haut-Brion, 2018. Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France.
Chianti Classico ‘Brolio’, Barone Ricasoli, 2017. Tuscany, Italy.
Brunello di Montalcino, Montosoli, Altesino, 2015. Tuscany, Italy.
Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune, Domaine Frédéric Esmonin, 2019. Burgundy, France.
Clos Vougeot, Domaine Gros Frère & Soeur, 2017. Burgundy, France.
Malbec ‘Serie A’, Zuccardi, 2020. Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina.
Malbec Reserve Old Vine, Altocedro, 2018. Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina.
Zinfandel, Mother Clone Pedroncelli, 2019. Dry Creek Valley, USA.
Lytton Springs, Ridge Vineyards, 2019. Dry Creek Valley, USA.

The corresponding questions for the practical paper, and the theory papers can be found here:
https://www.mastersofwine.org/news/2022-mw-exam-questions-and-wines-revealed

Since the first exam in 1953, 498 people have become a Master of Wine, and the IMW actively seeks new candidates around the world.

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Churchill’s Offers “Vindima” Douro Harvest Experience

Churchill’s is offering tourists the opportunity to participate in picking grapes and immerse themselves knee-deep in the tradition of treading the fruit under foot this September. It was just announced that Quinta da Gricha, their flagship vineyard, will welcome visits for its annual ‘Vindima’ September 10, 11 and 25th. The day begins with a grape picking challenge with Churchill’s viticultural team, where they will harvest the berries that go into its wines.

The experience continues with a tasting of four wines, including two vintage Ports from the same vineyard that you just picked from.

You can’t make wine without crushing grapes, and Churchill’s is one of the few Port houses to still do it by foot. The attendees will have the chance to tread on the fruit in the traditional granite lagares, which date back to 1852. Clothing will be provided, for those concerned about irreparably staining their white tops and shorts.

The experience ends with guests will be treated to a three-course lunch in the orange grove, with Churchill’s Douro wines and vintage Port to pair.

The price is £185 per person, with additional options for transfers from/to Porto.

For further details and registration: https://bit.ly/3JFRrWI

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Welcome Event: Michelangelo International Wine + Spirits Competition, South Africa

On Sunday evening, invited international judges attended a “Welcome Party” to kick off the 26th Michelangelo International Wine + Spirits Competition at the beautiful Lourensford Wine Estate, South Africa.

This year’s Michelangelo judges line-up include: Otto Batzer, Austria; Georgi Mihov, Bulgaria; Liz Palmer, Dame Chevalier de Coteaux de Champagne from Canada; Karel Novotný, Czech Republic; Thomas Rydberg, Denmark; Charlie Arturaola, France; Moshe Cohen, Israel; Michele Shah, Italy; Chris Alblas, importer of organic and biodynamic wines in Europe, from Netherlands; Wojciech Gogolinski, Poland; Achim Dörr, Germany, Nuno Jorge, Portugal; Heidi Duminy, Wilhelm Pienaar, Greg Mutambe and Cape Wine Master Elsie Pells from South Africa; Andrej Ondrejmiska, Slovakia; Dr Marin Berovic (OIV Commissioner and Chairman of European Wine Competitions from Slovenia); Jesús Bernad Dueñas, Spain; Per Karlsson, Sweden; Richard Phister, Switzerland; Serhat Narsap, Laura Clay (IWC Senior judge) and Geoffrey Dean from the UK.

The 2022 Distilled Spirits panel include:

Bernard Schaefer, professional spirits taster and Master of the Quaich from Germany;
René van Hoven, spirits and Rum specialist from the Netherlands;
Johan Venter, former Master distiller and blender, South Africa;
Ivan Dixon, drinks consultant and spirits buyer, United Kingdom
Arthur Nägele, international spirits judge and trainer, Switzerland

“It is such a thrill to have a full team of international drinks experts serving on the judging panels again this year,” says founder and organizer of the competition, Lorraine Immelman. “25 of our judges have been sourced from other international competitions in Europe and the USA, based on their experience and standing in the industry.

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Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario’s 1st “Annual White Party” with Helen Morrison, Senior Winemaker, Villa Maria Wines NZ – July 21st [Toronto Event]

Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario is thrilled to announce that their first “Annual White Party” will be held July 21^st from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Guests are encouraged to dress up in their favorite all-white attire for this premier event. The evening will be filled with music, gourmet food, and wine tasting led by Helen Morrison, Senior Winemaker, Villa Maria Wines, one of New Zealand’s prominent wine producers.

Helen will also be presented the “2022 Riedel Winemaker of the Year Award” by Professor Leo Chan from the Cambridge Food and Wine Society of Canada.

White Party tickets ($63.61 each) Eventbrite https://bit.ly/3IuFNNM

“Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario is thrilled to have Helen Morrison, Senior Winemaker of Villa Maria Wines, at our first “Annual White Party Event” said Liz Palmer, President of Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario. “We can’t think of a more photo-op-worthy way to gather with friends and colleagues, nibble on some great food and taste some wonderful Villa Maria wines!”
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All proceeds go towards “Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario Student Bursary Program”
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Save the date for another “Premier Event by Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario ….

It’s a “White Party” with Senior Winemaker from New Zealand “Helen Morrison” of Villa Maria Estate, one of New Zealand’s prominent wine producers.

Helen Morrison is responsible for producing some of the country’s best Sauvignon Blancs, and other wines.

Please mark this amazing event on your calendar … further details to follow!

July 21 – 7:00 pm Toronto Event

All proceeds benefit Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario Student Bursary Program.

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