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Assouline Releases Wine & Travel United States of America – A Strategic Lens on American Wine Tourism and Cultural Branding

I’m thrilled to receive a copy of Assouline’s Wine & Travel United States of America – fresh off the press!

With a quick overview, this latest publication from Assouline offers a timely exploration of the American wine industry through the dual lenses of culture and tourism. Authored by Enrico Bernardo, World’s Best Sommelier (2004), the book reveals how America’s wine regions are shaping both consumer tastes and the nation’s global identity for premium wine tourism, presenting these regions not only as destinations but also as cultural expressions of land, climate, and community.

Bernardo takes readers from California’s Santa Barbara, where Rhône varietals thrive in the Pacific breeze, to Oregon’s Willamette Valley, globally recognized for its refined Pinot Noir. Along the way, he highlights the distinct terroirs of Washington’s Walla Walla Valley, the pioneering sustainability of Sonoma and Mendocino, and the charm of New York’s Finger Lakes. Each chapter underscores how geography, climate, and human vision intersect to create wines that reflect a nation’s spirit of innovation and tradition.

Beyond viticulture, Wine & Travel: USA celebrates the art of hospitality and the culinary traditions that define American wine culture. From Michelin-starred dining in Napa to the approachable tasting rooms of emerging regions, Bernardo further illustrates how wine tourism is a key driver of regional economies and as a catalyst for cross-sector growth in gastronomy, hospitality, and cultural heritage.

A celebrated figure in gastronomy, Bernardo was named Best Sommelier in the World in 2004. His career includes helming Michelin-starred restaurants, global consulting, and authoring seminal works such as The Impossible Collection of Wine and The Impossible Collection of Champagne. With Wine & Travel: USA, he offers both oenophiles and travelers an immersive journey across vineyards, valleys, and coastlines, positioning American wine as a cultural treasure on the world stage.

For wine tourism professionals, the publication reinforces the importance of storytelling, hospitality innovation, and sustainability in strengthening regional identity. It provides not only inspiration but also strategic insight into how American wine destinations can continue to expand market share and cultural resonance on the global stage.

I’m looking forward to digging in and reading this thoughtful study of how American wine regions are redefining global wine tourism!

Great Wine Capitals 2026 Best of Wine Tourism Regional Awards Announces Napa Valley Winners

The regional Napa Valley delegation for the Great Wine Capitals, which includes the County of Napa, Napa Valley Vintners, and Visit Napa Valley, has announced the winners of the 2026 Best of Wine Tourism Regional Awards.

The annual Great Wine Capitals Best of Wine Tourism Awards celebrate innovation and excellence in wine tourism across the world’s leading wine regions. Napa Valley is among 11 global regions recognized internationally by the Great Wine Capitals Network for delivering exceptional wine tourism experiences.

Tourism and hospitality businesses in Napa Valley were invited to self-nominate in one of seven categories during August. Submissions were reviewed and winners selected by a judging panel that included representatives from the County of Napa, Napa Valley Vintners, and Visit Napa Valley.

The Great Wine Capitals 2026 Best of Wine Tourism Regional Award winners, by category, are:

  • Accommodation –  The George
  • Architecture & Landscapes – Cuvaison Winery
  • Art & Culture – Boisset Collection 
  • Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences – Sterling Vineyards 
  • Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices – CHANDON 
  • Culinary Experiences – Clif Family Winery 
  • Wine Tourism Services – Festival Napa Valley 

Last year’s (2025) Napa Valley Regional Award winners included: Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs (Accommodation), Signorello Estate (Architecture & Landscapes),  Rail Arts District (RAD) Napa (Art & Culture), Olabisi Winery (Vine Trail Adventures)  (Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences), Pine Ridge Vineyards (Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices), Oxbow Public Market (Culinary Experiences), Napa Valley Wine Train (Wine Tourism Services). Napa Valley Wine Train went on to receive global recognition as the 2025 Global Winner in the  Wine Tourism Services category.

In addition to being recognized in front of an audience of industry peers, the 2026 regional award winners are now in consideration for the Global Best of Wine Tourism Awards. Global winners will be announced at the Great Wine Capitals Annual General Meeting held in Bordeaux, France, in November 2025.

For further information, visit: https://www.visitnapavalley.com/blog/post/2026-best-of-wine-tourism-award-winners/

The International Wine Academy’s Historic Appeal to the United Nations

Wine has long transcended its role as a simple beverage, serving instead as a living testament to humanity’s cultural, social, and agricultural heritage. Across civilizations, from the vineyards of Mesopotamia to the cellars of Burgundy and the valleys of Mendoza, wine has symbolized conviviality, peace, and continuity. Today, this millennia-old legacy faces an unprecedented challenge. For the first time in its history, the Académie Internationale du Vin (AIV), a body uniting nearly 100 eminent wine voices from 20 nations, has spoken publicly and unanimously to defend wine against the threat of “denormalization” proposed in global health discourse. Their Appeal below, addressed to the heads of state gathering for the 80th United Nations General Assembly, underscores the profound stakes of reducing wine to a mere health risk: the erosion of culture, heritage, and a universal language of humanity:

APPEAL BY THE INTERNATIONAL WINE ACADEMY TO HEADS OF STATE AND GOVERNMENT ATTENDING THE UNITED NATIONS 80TH ANNIVERSARY GENERAL ASSEMBLY IN NEW YORK

Ladies & Gentlemen, Heads of State and Government, On September 25th, at the 4ᵗʰ United Nations High-Level Meeting on the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases and the promotion of mental health and well-being, you will be faced with a challenging brief: how can we prevent and control noncommunicable diseases without denying the foundations of our cultures, without erasing what makes our civilization thrive? Wine is at the heart of this question. Too often, it is reduced to a molecule of alcohol. Too simplistically, it is compared to a drug. But too rarely do we think about what it embodies. The International Wine Academy, whose members come from 20 different countries, wishes to alert you against the danger of reducing wine to a mere health risk, thereby forgetting its cultural, social and human dimension. Here is what is at stake. TO DENORMALISE WINE WOULD DESTROY A HERITAGE – A LEGACY OF HUMANITY  Wine embodies eight millennia of human history: it is a catalyst for conviviality, joy and sharing; a connection to the land and its landscapes; a universal language linking people – from Georgia to Ancient Greece, from Oregon to Tuscany, from France to New Zealand. Unique yet global, it expresses mankind’s patience before time, humility before the earth, and the desire to celebrate together. Offering a glass of wine is a gesture that expresses peace, friendship, brotherhood, and the joy of being together.  Enjoying wine moderately is to defend the culture of taste and restraint, and perpetuate a bond that unites continents, people and generations. It is about appreciating rather than abusing, tasting rather than drinking. It is about approaching health through social and family ties, mental well-being and the joy of life – for the link between happiness and health is undeniable.  TO DENORMALISE WINE WOULD DENY ITS BENEFITS AND CLOSE SCIENTIFIC DEBATE PREMATURELY  A recent NASEM report (National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, USA) concluded that “compared to no alcohol consumption, moderate consumption is associated with lower all-cause mortality.” We do not claim to settle the scientific debate, but, like many experts, we regret the absence of a large-scale randomized trial, the only viable protocol to ground conclusions on certified evidence rather than insufficient observational data. TO DENORMALISE WINE IS TO CHOOSE PROHIBITION OVER EDUCATION AND FREEDOM  We are fully aware of the dangers of excess. We recognize the need to prevent addiction, protect the most vulnerable, and combat abuse. We embrace this responsibility, for it is through education that consumers learn to taste, compare and appreciate wine with moderation – becoming ambassadors of balance.  Through education, we believe we can both protect individual freedom to enjoy wine without abuse and promote responsibility and control. Wine thus expresses its truth through the transmission of knowledge, and know-how, and teaching moderation. For these reasons, Ladies & Gentlemen, Heads of States and Governments, we call upon you to act in a balanced and nuanced manner: combat excesses but recognize the value of moderation; prevent risks but preserve mankind’s bond with the earth; protect public health but respect the richness of cultures and the strength of traditions. Preserving wine means defending a civilization, a way of life, a living universal heritage, a part of humanity that has been passed down from generation to generation for thousands of years. On behalf of the International Wine Academy    Guillaume d’Angerville, President & Véronique Sanders, Chancellor   Lausanne, September 2025  www.academievin.org

The AIV’s open letter is not a denial of the need for public health vigilance, but rather a plea for balance, perspective, and nuance. To strip wine of its rightful place in society is to dismiss its contributions to culture, social well-being, and even responsible lifestyle practices rooted in moderation. At stake is more than a product: it is the survival of a heritage that binds generations, nations, and traditions. By defending wine, world leaders defend the principle that humanity’s greatest legacies should be preserved, not erased. The decision now before the United Nations is not solely about health policy; it is about safeguarding civilization’s enduring bond with the earth, with each other, and with the joy of shared experience.

Liz Palmer

Wines of South Africa has just introduced its dynamic new global brand identity “There’s Sunshine Inside”

More than a slogan, this new positioning seeks to capture the essence of South African wine – radiant, resilient, and deeply rooted in cultural authenticity.

The campaign emphasizes the distinctive qualities that define South Africa as a wine-producing nation. Under the generous African sun and across an extraordinary mosaic of terroirs, producers are crafting wines that balance vivid fruit expression with remarkable freshness and structure. Beyond stylistic excellence, the brand encapsulates an industry renowned for its innovation, sustainability initiatives, and commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

The new visual identity is bold and contemporary, featuring an updated logo and vibrant design elements that echo the energy and optimism of the country’s wines. These will be integrated across international markets beginning in 2026, supported by trade activations, digital engagement, and consumer-facing campaigns.

By unveiling “There’s Sunshine Inside” at CapeWine, the country’s flagship trade showcase, WoSA underscores its ambition to reinforce South Africa’s reputation as a distinctive, world-class wine origin. As WoSA’s new brand video illustrates, each glass of South African wine carries not only the brightness of its climate but also the spirit of its people: generous, dynamic, and forward-looking.

International Wine Challenge Reveals the World’s Highest Scoring Wines of 2025

The International Wine Challenge (IWC) 2025 has once again affirmed its position as the most rigorous and influential benchmark of global wine quality. This year’s results highlight the remarkable diversity of viticultural excellence, with nine countries earning recognition across the most prestigious categories, including Champion titles, international trophies, and national trophies. The IWC’s methodological rigour, anchored in blind tastings conducted by panels of leading experts, ensures that these accolades represent the highest standards of international oenology and establish a critical reference point for producers, trade professionals, and consumers.

FRANCE
Burgundy and Languedoc lead the charge for France 

France once again proved why it’s the undisputed titan of the wine world, extending its winning streak with a commanding lead in this year’s competition. Its powerhouse regions – Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne – not only outshone the global field, but each region individually scored more Gold and total medals than most entire countries. With 94 Gold, 402 Silver and 379 Bronze, France reinforced its legacy as the benchmark for excellence in winemaking.

Notably, Maison Albert Bichot, the historic Beaune producer, outshone its competitors with its Clos de la Roche Grand Cru Hospices de Beaune Cuvée Cyrot Chaudron 2023, described by judges as ‘perfectly ripe’ and ‘beautiful’.The wine received the prestigious Champion Red Wine accolade, having claimed four trophies earlier this year, including the International Pinot Noir Trophy and French Red Trophy.

Maison Albert Bichot’s Technical Director Matthieu Mangenot was also named Red Winemaker of the Year, making the winery the most awarded in this year’s competition.

Languedoc estate Château Rouquette Sur Mer impressed with its ‘restrained, well-defined’ Cuvée L’Esprit Terroir 2023, which claimed three trophies, including the International Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre Trophy.

France further highlights:

  • The Champagne Trophy and Vintage Champagne Trophy went to Champagne Lansonfor its Le Clos Lanson Blanc de Blanc 2010, which judges praised as ‘Champagne at its glorious best’.
  • TheNon-Vintage Champagne Trophy went to Champagne Henriot for its ‘classy’ and ‘lush’ Henriot Cuve 38 – La Réserve Perpétuelle Blanc de Blancs Edition 6.
  • Maison Albert Bichot picked up further wins for its Chablis Grand Cru Les Vaudésirs Domaine Long-Depaquit 2023 (Chablis Trophy)and Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Domaine du Pavillon 2023 (French Chardonnay Trophy, French White Trophy).

SPAIN
Sherry spearheads success for Spain

Spain made a powerful statement this year, not just with bold reds but with an impressive sweep of white and fortified wines that showcased the country’s incredible diversity. Climbing to second place in the global rankings, Spain took home 32 Golds, 242 Silvers, and 202 Bronzes. Leading the charge was Jerez (Sherry) with 20 of Spain’s 34 Golds, and claimed more trophies than any other Spanish region, with six in total. Not far behind, Rioja continued to prove its pedigree, collecting five trophies of its own.

The historic Bodegas Emilio Lustau asserted itself as the uncontested powerhouse of fortified wine, winning both of the category’s Champion accolades. Its Amontillado Botaina Edicion Limitada En Rama NV was crowned Champion Fortified Wine (Manuel Lozano Trophy), with judges commending it as ‘intensely flavoured’ and ‘amazingly poised’. Earlier this year, the same Sherry triumphed with the Sherry Trophy and Amontillado Trophy.

Cellar Master Sergio Martínez also secured the highly coveted Fortified Winemaker of the Year award for the sixth time and the second year in a row.

Spain further highlights:

  • The Spanish Red Trophy and the Rioja Trophy was won by Rioja Vega for its ‘really powerful’ and ‘vivid’ Con Gracia de Rioja Vega 2020.
  • Pazo de La Cuestaalso picked up the Spanish Red Trophy for its Mencía 2022, which was hailed as ‘positively elegant’.

ITALY
Sweet success for Italy continues 

Italy shone this year with an array of medal-winning wines from across its many regions. From north to south, the country showcased its depth, tradition, and innovation, captivating the judges and putting it in fifth place overall. With a total of 332 medals, Italy reminded the world that its winemaking legacy is not only alive but constantly evolving.

Despite this national success, it was a sweet wine which stood out in this year’s challenge. For the second year in a row, Tuscan producer Tenuta Di Capezzana won the Champion Sweet Wine (Alois Kracher Trophy) title for its Vin Santo di Carmignano Riserva 2017 – a title won by previous vintages of the same wine in 2022, 2021, and 2019. Judges applauded the wine’s ‘intense aromas’, ‘richness’, and ‘mouthwatering acidity’.

Italy further highlights:

  • The Italian Red Trophy was awarded to a wine made from the rare Schioppettino grape variety, a dark-skinned grape native to Friuli-Venezia Giulia, with Vigna Traverso taking home the prize with its Schioppettino Di Prepotto Fco 2019.
  • The Italian White Trophy was awarded to La Canosa Agr. Srl for its Viridis Classico 2024, an ‘aromatic’ and ‘gorgeous’ 100% Verdicchio from the Marche region.
  • Bisol 1542took home the Italian Sparkling Trophy and Prosecco Trophy for its ‘highly aromatic’ and ‘bright’ Crede Brut, Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore 2024.

SOUTH AFRICA
Cabernet Sauvignon from South Africa shines

Winning 23 Gold medals, up from 15 last year, South Africa, coming in seventh place, impressed the judges with a spread of red and white wines, including Chardonnay, Semillon, Syrah, and Pinotage. The country was awarded the prestigious International Cabernet Sauvignon Trophy, claiming the award from Australia, alongside 111 Silvers and 91 Bronzes.

Hailed for its ‘tight, restrained’ flavours and ‘lightly spiced finish’, Stellenbosch producer La Grand Domaine impressed judges with its Grand Vin Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, taking home two trophies, including the renowned International Cabernet Sauvignon Trophy and marking the first time in five years that South Africa won an international trophy.

South Africa further highlights: 

  • Boschendal Wines earned the South African Sparkling Trophy for its ‘complex, layered’ Jean Le Long Prestige Cuvee 2012.
  • The STELLA 2022 from Beau Constantia, described as ‘incredibly appetizing’, took home the South African Red Trophyand South African Syrah Trophy.
  • Vergelegen Estate was awarded the South African White Trophy for its ‘aromatic’ and ‘elegant’ Vergelegen Estate White 2023.

ARGENTINA
Argentina is still the powerhouse of Malbec 

Coming in eighth with 144 medals, Argentina reaffirmed its position as the world leader for Malbec, remaining the only country to have been awarded the International Malbec Trophy. The impressive accolade went to Bodega Fabre for its Phebus Gran Reserva Malbec 2023, which wowed judges with its ‘silky texture’, ‘structure’, and ‘long finish’.

Argentina further highlights:

  • Huentala Wines’ La Isabel Estate Cofermented Blend 2023 picked up the Argentinian Red Trophy, being praised by judges as a ‘seamless’marriage of Malbec and Cabernet Franc.

ENGLAND
England sets new benchmark for sparkling wine 

England continued its impressive rise on the global wine stage, coming in at ninth place and setting a new benchmark for itself in 2025. With 15 Gold medals, up from 13 last year, alongside 59 Silvers and 43 Bronzes, the country’s reputation for quality and consistency is gaining serious momentum. From sparkling standouts to confident still wines, England is proving it’s no longer a newcomer, it’s a contender.

West Sussex winery Nyetimber secured a coveted spot in the top 12 with its Blanc de Blancs Magnum 2016, which was crowned Champion Sparkling Wine (Daniel Thibault Trophy), marking the first time the award has gone to a wine outside of Champagne. The achievement builds on the wine’s glittering record in this year’s challenge, having already earned a Gold medal as well as both the English Sparkling Trophy and the English Blanc de Blancs Trophy. Judges praised the bubbly as ‘a time capsule of a wine’.

Nyetimber’s Head Winemaker, Cherie Spriggs, was also named Sparkling Winemaker of the Year, becoming the only person outside of France to have won it twice.

England further highlights

  • Lyme Bay took home the English Red Trophy for its ‘beautiful’ and ‘complex’ Pinot Noir 2021, as well as the English White Trophy for its Martin’s Lane Chardonnay 2020, the first time that the same producer has won both the red and the white trophy. After blind-tasting the Chardonnay, the judges at the IWC exclaimed: ‘Burgundy, eat your heart out!’

AUSTRIA
Austria impresses with Riesling 

Austria came in at 14th this year with 55 medals, including eight Golds, but it was a Riesling which received the top recognition. Three trophies, including the International Riesling Trophy, went to Weingut Birgit Eichinger’s Riesling Ried Heiligenstein 1öTw Kamptal Dac 2023, which judges commended as a ‘fabulous example of Austrian Riesling’.

Austria further highlights

  • Weingut Tschida Angerhof claimed the Austrian Sweet Trophy for its ‘remarkable’ Sämling 88 Beerenauslese 2021.

International Wine Challenge 2025: global wines judged best in show

FranceClos de la Roche Grand Cru Hospices de Beaune Cuvée Cyrot Chaudron 2023, Maison Albert BichotIWC Champion Red Wine 2025, International Pinot Noir Trophy, French Red Trophy, Clos de la Roche Trophy, French Pinot Noir Trophy
Chablis Grand Cru Les Vaudésirs Domaine Long-Depaquit 2023, Maison Albert BichotChablis Trophy, Les Vaudésirs Chardonnay
Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Domaine du Pavillon 2023, Maison Albert BichotFrench White Trophy, French Chardonnay Trophy, Meursault Trophy, Les Charmes Trophy
Cuvée L’Esprit Terroir 2023, Château Rouquette sur MerInternational GSM Trophy, French GSM Trophy, La Clape Trophy
Le Clos Lanson Blanc de Blanc 2010, Champagne LansonChampagne Trophy, Vintage Champagne Trophy, Vintage Blanc de Blancs Champagne Trophy
Henriot Cuve 38 – La Réserve Perpétuelle Blanc de Blancs, Edition 6, Champagne HenriotNon-Vintage Champagne Trophy, Non-Vintage Blanc de Blancs Champagne Trophy
SpainAmontillado Botaina Edicion Limitada En Rama NV, Emilio LustauIWC Champion Fortified Wine 2025 – Manuel Lozano Trophy, Sherry Trophy, Amontillado Trophy
Con Gracia de Rioja Vega 2020, Rioja VegaSpanish Red Trophy, Rioja Trophy, Rioja Graciano Trophy
Mencía 2022, Pazo de La CuestaSpanish Red Trophy, Ribeira Sacra Mencia Trophy
AustraliaChardonnay 2023, Tolpuddle VineyardChampion White Wine, International Chardonnay Trophy, Australian White Trophy, Australian Chardonnay Trophy, Tasmanian Chardonnay Trophy
Pinot Noir 2023, Tolpuddle VineyardAustralian Red Trophy, Australian Pinot Noir Trophy
Museum Release Blanc de Blancs 2006, House of ArrasAustralian Sparkling Trophy
Deen Vat 5 Botrytis Semillon 2021, De Bortoli WinesBotrytis Trophy
Old Premium Rare Muscat NV, Morris WinesMuscat Trophy, Australian Fortified Trophy
127 Milestone 2022, Ponting WinesAustralian Shiraz Trophy, Barossa Valley Shiraz Trophy
Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon,Penfolds 2022, Treasury Wine EstatesAustralian Cabernet Sauvignon Trophy, Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon Trophy
McGuigan Bin 9000 Semillon 2017, Australian Vintage LimitedAustralian Semillon Trophy, Hunter Valley Semillon Trophy
ItalyVinsanto Capezzana Riserva 2017, Tenuta Di CapezzanaIWC Champion Sweet Wine 2025 – Alois Kracher Trophy, Italian Sweet Trophy, Vin Santo Trophy
Schioppettino Di Prepotto Fco 2019, Vigna TraversoItalian Red Trophy, Schioppettino Friuli-Venezia Giulia Trophy
Viridis Classico 2024, La Canosa Agr. SrlItalian White Trophy, Marche White Trophy
Crede Brut, Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore 2024, Bisol1542Italian Sparkling Trophy, Prosecco Trophy
New Zealand1 Merlot 2021, Church RoadInternational Merlot Trophy, New Zealand Merlot Trophy, Gimblett Gravels Merlot Trophy
Syrah 2024, Glenora EstateInternational Syrah Trophy, New Zealand Syrah, Waiheke Island Syrah Trophy
Reserve Coastal Awatere Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Villa MariaInternational Sauvignon Blanc Trophy, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc Trophy
Caroline’s Pinot Noir 2021, Clos OstlerNew Zealand Red Trophy, New Zealand Pinot Noir Trophy, North Otago Pinot Noir Trophy
Grand Reserve Chardonnay 2022, Church RoadNew Zealand White Trophy, New Zealand Chardonnay Trophy, Hawke’s Bay Chardonnay Trophy
Letter Series B Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Brancott EstateLate Harvest Dessert Trophy
South AfricaGrand Vin Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, La Grand DomaineInternational Cabernet Sauvignon Trophy, Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Trophy
Jean Le Long Prestige Cuvee 2012, Boschendal WinesSouth African Sparkling Trophy
STELLA 2022, Beau ConstantiaSouth African Red Trophy, South African Syrah Trophy
Vergelegen Estate White 2023, Vergelegen EstateSouth African White Trophy, Stellenbosch Semillon /SB blend Trophy
ArgentinaPhebus Gran Reserva Malbec 2023, Bodega FabreInternational Malbec Trophy, Mendoza Malbec Trophy
La Isabel Estate Cofermented Blend 2023, Huentala WinesArgentinian Red Trophy, Argentinian Malbec Blend Trophy
EnglandNyetimber Blanc de Blancs Magnum 2016, NyetimberIWC Champion Sparkling Wine 2025 – Daniel Thibault Trophy, English Sparkling Trophy, English Blanc de Blancs Trophy
Pinot Noir 2021, Lyme BayEnglish Red Trophy, English Pinot Noir Trophy
Martin’s Lane Chardonnay 2020, Lyme BayEnglish White Trophy, English Chardonnay Trophy
AustriaRiesling Ried Heiligenstein 1öTw Kamptal Dac 2023, Weingut Birgit EichingerInternational Riesling Trophy, Austrian White Trophy, Niederösterreich Riesling Trophy
Sämling 88 Beerenauslese 2021, Weingut Tschida AngerhofAustrian Sweet Trophy

 Chris Ashton, Director, International Wine Challenge, said, ‘This year’s competition saw a record number of medals awarded, showcasing the remarkable standard of winemaking across the globe. Achieving a Trophy is an extraordinary honour and the wines featured here truly represent the very best of the best in the world.’

The full list of Trophy and Champion winners at the 2025 International Wine Challenge can be viewed  https://www.internationalwinechallenge.com/trophy-results-2025.html