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🇦🇹🍷 Austria impresses at the IWSC 2026!

194 wines. 64 wineries. 7 international judges. And an impressive 185 medals for Austrian wine 🏅

From 10th to 13th of August, an international panel of wine experts travelled to Austria for this year’s IWSC Wine Judging in Austria. Over two intensive judging days, the judges tasted 194 wines – with results we’re more than proud of:
🥇 27 Gold medals
🥈 103 Silver medals
🥉 55 Bronze medals

The international judging panel was chaired by Dirceu Vianna Junior MW and brought together seven wine experts from across the industry: Philipp Reinstaller, Emma Penman, David Kermode, Adam Michocki MS, Victoria Daskal and Alistair Cooper MW – representing sommeliers, buyers, journalists and leading wine professionals.

But there was more to discover than what was in the judging glasses. 🍇 During four days in Austria, the judges got a first-hand look at the diversity of Austrian wine:

📍 An introduction to Austrian wine, its regulations, styles and current developments
📍 A journey through Styrian wine history and Sauvignon Blanc with Wein Steiermark
📍 A walk through Vienna’s vineyards with WienWein, followed by a tasting and traditional Viennese cuisine
📍 Vineyard and cellar visits in Carnuntum and a tasting with winemakers from Thermenregion, organised by Wein Niederösterreich

And there’s another reason to celebrate: @winzersax was awarded the Wine Producer Trophy 2026, with 3 Gold, 2 Silver and 1 Bronze medal 🏆

For our Gold medal winners, the journey continues: their wines will soon be tasted again in London, putting Austrian wine on the international stage once more. 🇦🇹🌍

A big thank you to everyone who welcomed the judges, shared their wines and stories, and made these four days such a special showcase for Austrian wine ❤️

@viannawine @mrvinosaurus @itstherealphilipp.reinstaller @waitrose_emma @beatricebessi_somm @zakytoo @adam.michocki_ms @christelleg.wine
@wienwein @weinniederoesterreich @weinsteiermark

📹 © Austrian Wine

#AustrianWine #IWSC #AustrianWineTime #WineFromAustria

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🇦🇹🍷 Austria impresses at the IWSC 2026!

194 wines. 64 wineries. 7 international judges. And an impressive 185 medals for Austrian wine 🏅

From 10th to 13th of August, an international panel of wine experts travelled to Austria for this year’s IWSC Wine Judging in Austria. Over two intensive judging days, the judges tasted 194 wines – with results we’re more than proud of:
🥇 27 Gold medals
🥈 103 Silver medals
🥉 55 Bronze medals

The international judging panel was chaired by Dirceu Vianna Junior MW and brought together seven wine experts from across the industry: Philipp Reinstaller, Emma Penman, David Kermode, Adam Michocki MS, Victoria Daskal and Alistair Cooper MW – representing sommeliers, buyers, journalists and leading wine professionals.

But there was more to discover than what was in the judging glasses. 🍇 During four days in Austria, the judges got a first-hand look at the diversity of Austrian wine:

📍 An introduction to Austrian wine, its regulations, styles and current developments
📍 A journey through Styrian wine history and Sauvignon Blanc with Wein Steiermark
📍 A walk through Vienna’s vineyards with WienWein, followed by a tasting and traditional Viennese cuisine
📍 Vineyard and cellar visits in Carnuntum and a tasting with winemakers from Thermenregion, organised by Wein Niederösterreich

And there’s another reason to celebrate: @winzersax was awarded the Wine Producer Trophy 2026, with 3 Gold, 2 Silver and 1 Bronze medal 🏆

For our Gold medal winners, the journey continues: their wines will soon be tasted again in London, putting Austrian wine on the international stage once more. 🇦🇹🌍

A big thank you to everyone who welcomed the judges, shared their wines and stories, and made these four days such a special showcase for Austrian wine ❤️

@viannawine @mrvinosaurus @itstherealphilipp.reinstaller @waitrose_emma @beatricebessi_somm @zakytoo @adam.michocki_ms @christelleg.wine
@wienwein @weinniederoesterreich @weinsteiermark

📹 © Austrian Wine

#AustrianWine #IWSC #AustrianWineTime #WineFromAustria

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A fantastic few days in Austria for the IWSC Global Judging. Incredible wines, serious talent on the panels, and great company in the vineyards.

A massive thank you to - @theiwsc @christelleg.wine @austrianwine

#IWSC #Austrianwine #winejudging

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Global Judging with IWSC in Austria was a rather fabulous week! Thank you so much I could be part of it.
Nearly 200 wines judged with so many getting Silver and Gold shows superb quality you can expect from @austrianwine

Evening with Styrian wines showed the evolution of the styles of their Sauvignon over decades from high acid, to oaky stuff, then reductive to now what seems to be a superior for all their lees aged wines. Absolutely eye opening tasting.

Then day with Wiener Gemischter Satz, next day with Carnuntum and Thermenregion. Generous hosts and top notch hospitality.

Ate possibly the best schnitzel in my life

The Baden Boyz were born haha

Found a new producer for @central.wines 🤫
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@theiwsc
#mastersommelier #winesofaustria #austrianwine

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IWSC trifft Steiermark 💚 Internationale Weinexpertise trifft steirische Herkunft: Im Rahmen des IWSC Global Wine Judging Austria 2026 war die internationale Jury rund um Dirceu Vianna Junior MW in Österreich zu Gast.

Gemeinsam mit der ÖWM lud die Wein Steiermark am 11. August zu einem besonderen Begleitprogramm in Baden. Ausgewählte steirische Sauvignon Blancs und Morillons begleiteten ein Sharing-Menü mit steirischen und internationalen Gerichten. Weinakademiker Thomas Schabl führte fachlich durch die Verkostung und Wein Steiermark Marketingleiterin Andrea Jöbstl-Prattes repräsentierte die steirische Weinregion vor Ort.

Eine schöne Gelegenheit, die Qualität, Vielseitigkeit und internationale Relevanz des Steirischen Weins einem hochkarätigen Fachpublikum näherzubringen. 🌍

👉 Mehr zur IWSC auf steiermark.wine

#weinsteiermark #steirischerwein #IWSC #sauvignonblanc #styria

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Meet the IWSC judges heading to Vienna in August for our fourth Wine Judging in Austria in partnership with @Austrianwine.⁠
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The panels will be led by Dirceu Vianna Junior MW (@viannawine), a highly respected global wine consultant, educator, author and the IWSC Judging Committee member with nearly three decades of industry experience. ⁠
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Junior will be joined by a dream team of some of the UK's leading wine experts:⁠
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Emma Penman (@waitrose_emma) - Wine Buyer at Waitrose⁠
Philipp Reinstaller (@itstherealphilipp.reinstaller) - Head Sommelier at Labombe by Trivet⁠
Adam Michocki MS (@adam.somm) - Founder & Director at Central Wines⁠
Beatrice Bessi (@beatricebessi.somm) - Head Sommelier at Chiltern Firehouse⁠
Zareh Mesrobyan (@zakytoo) - Head of Wine at Estelle Manor⁠
David Kermode (@mrvinosaurus) - Journalist & Broadcaster⁠
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Entries to the IWSC 2026 Wine Judging in Austria are open until 15 July. Don't miss the opportunity to put your wines in front of the UK wine industry decision-makers. To enter, follow the link in our bio. ⁠

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90 points. Silver medal.
We’re delighted to share that Oriana Golden Spur Brut NV has been awarded a Silver Medal with 90 points at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC).

“Fresh, engaging aromas of bread, yeast and lemon zest lead into custard and green apple with subtle typicity. Well-structured with crisp acidity, delivering a cleanly lingering finish.”

Judged and tasted by: John Hoskins MW, Colin Thorne, Sunny Hodge, Emma Penman.

Elegant bubbles, vibrant citrus lift, and that unmistakable English sparkling finesse.

A proud moment for the vineyard team and everyone who brings this wine to life.

#theweyborne
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Sorry for the glare I be SHINING too hard

#winetasting #waitrose #londonwine #UKwinetasting

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@waitrose Loved & Found Viosinho, £9.50.

I couldn’t make the Waitrose press tasting, so I had a flick through their press booklet and picked out a few bottles that caught my eye. This was one of them.

Made from Viosinho, a native Portuguese 🇵🇹 grape I’d never even heard of before. Historically it’s apparently been used mostly in blends, but this wine puts the variety centre stage.

Wow as Owen Wilson would say….

The nose is packed with stone fruit, especially ripe peach 🍑 . Then it follows straight through onto the palate with juicy peach, apricot and plenty of freshness.

Move over Sauvignon Blanc, there’s a new kid in town.

For £9.50, this is cracking value and an easy TyneTipples Approved. 🍷🇵🇹

#portuguesewine #tynetipples #waitrosewine #lovedandfound #winereview

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Oriana Golden Spur Brut NV has been recognised at the International Wine & Spirit Competition, receiving a Silver Medal and an impressive 90 points.

This recognition places the wine among standout examples of its style, celebrated for its precision, balance, and expression.

Judged by an esteemed panel: John Hoskins MW, Colin Thorne, Sunny Hodge and Emma Penman.

#theweyborne @theiwsc

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The deadline for our 2026 Austrian Wine Judging is fast approaching.⁠
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The IWSC Judging in Austria brings wine producers together with the UK trade that actively shapes purchasing decisions. ⁠
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Your wines will be assessed by buyers, importers and sommeliers from both on-trade and off-trade sectors:
🍷 Philipp Reinstaller @itstherealphilipp.reinstaller ⁠- Head Sommelier at @labombebytrivet 🍷 Emma Penman @waitrose_emma - Wine Buyer at @waitrose 🍷Beatrice Bessi @beatricebessi_somm - Head Sommelier at @chilternfirehouse 🍷 Zareh Mesrobyan @zakytoo - Head of Wine at @estellemanor 🍷 Adam Michocki @adam.somm - Founder & Director at @central.wines 🍷 David Kermode @mrvinosaurus - Journalist & Broadcaster. 🍷 The IWSC Judging Committee member Dirceu Vianna Junior MW @viannawine will oversee the panels.
Head to our link in bio now to enter now and learn more. Entries close on 15th July.⁠
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Our 2026 Austria Judging is being held in partnership with the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (@austrianwine).

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Huge shout out to our WineGB community featured in Drinks Retailing News’ Top 100 🙌🏼

Every year, the list celebrates the individuals shaping the direction of the UK drinks industry across retail, supply, media, education and beyond. 🍾

Alongside our CEO Nicola Bates, representing the WineGB team at number 50, we’re delighted to especially congratulate:

🎉 Emma Hodges
🎉 Patrick McGrath MW
🎉 Rebecca Pitcairn
🎉 Hannah Tovey
🎉 Elizabeth Rudd
🎉 Emma Penman
🎉 Alice Griffiths
🎉 Beth Brickeden

Congratulations to all on this well-deserved recognition 🥂

👉🏼 Visit the Drinks Retailing News website to read the full issue.

#WineGB #DrinksRetailingNews #CreateNewTraditions

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