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New distribution partner for Blank Canvas
New Zealand fine wine producer Blank Canvas has announced the appointment of Blanc Distribution as its new distribution partner in New Zealand, effective 1 June 2026. This partnership marks a new chapter for Blank Canvas in its home market, bringing together two businesses united by a shared commitment to excellence, integrity, and the on-premise sector....
by Charlotte Cowan1 viewbusinessnewson-premisewines - news
Auckland Sommelier wins MICHELIN Guide Special Award
Matthew Aitchison, General Manager and Sommelier of The French Café in Auckland, has been awarded the MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award. Yesterday’s announcement marked the MICHELIN Guide’s first expansion into Oceania, and the inaugural selection spans Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown. Aitchinson received one of three MICHELIN Guide Special Awards – the Sommelier Award – acknowledging...
by Charlotte Cowan1 viewnewson-premisewines - news
Finding New Zealand’s Top 100 Sommeliers
Many Sommeliers are in hybrid roles these days – this could be you – it still counts and it still matters.
by Charlotte Cowan1 viewnewson-premisewines - news
Virginia Wine Time Wins Birchenall Award for 2026
I am thrilled to announce that Virginia Wine Time won the Birchenall Award for 2026. The Atlantic Seaboard Wine Association (ASWA) gives the award to “members of the wine media for promoting knowledge of the East Coast Wine Industry.” Here is the press release issued on June 29 by ASWA president, Grant Crandall: Warren Richard...
by Warren1 viewwines - news
Inaugural Wairarapa Pinot Noir Selection unveiled
The wines provide a window into the Wairarapa's landscapes, seasons and people.
by Charlotte Cowan1 viewdrinksnewswines - news
Have We Forgotten Wine’s Place at the Table?
Wine has long been considered an essential part of eating well, but its place no longer seems to be with a meal.
by Eric Asimov1 viewwinesrestaurants - news
International Wine Challenge announces new global regional structure
The International Wine Challenge has announced a major new regional structure that will see the competition evolve into four regional wine competitions across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the United Kingdom. The new structure will launch from July 2026, with entries opening for both IWC Americas and IWC Asia Pacific ahead of their first...
by Charlotte Cowan4 viewseventsnewswines - news
Five key trends from DWWA 2026
Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) 2026 reveals several clear shifts shaping today’s global wine landscape, from regional identity to consumer value. 1. Great wine now comes from more places than ever One of the strongest messages from DWWA 2026 is the continued expansion of fine wine geography, with medals awarded to wines from 56 countries....
by Charlotte Cowan3 viewsdrinksnewswines - news
Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 Best in Show: Top 50 wines
The results of Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) 2026 have been published, revealing a global wine landscape that is more diverse, competitive and exciting than ever before. The world’s largest wine competition, almost 17,000 wines from 58 countries were blind tasted by 245 leading wine experts, including 63 Masters of Wine and 24 Master Sommeliers,...
by Charlotte Cowan1 viewnewswines - news
A 175-Year-Old Shipwreck, Lots of Booze and a Korean Island’s Quest to Survive
A South Korean island is reviving a long‑forgotten episode involving a French whaler as a wine festival, in an effort to stay relevant.
by Choe Sang-Hun and Woohae Cho2 viewsbigeum-island-south-koreashipwrecks-historicfestivalswineswhales-and-whalingsouth-korea - news
Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction heads north for the first time
For the first time in its 34-year history, the Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction is heading north, with the launch of their Auckland Preview + Tasting Evening. Wine lovers will get an exclusive for look at the 2026 Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction at Caro’s Wine Merchants in Grey Lynn on Tuesday 28 July, ahead of the...
by Charlotte Cowan1 vieweventsnewswines - news
Star Wine List names the best wine lists in the world
The competition is one of the fiercest contests for the sommeliers who represent the talent behind exemplary wine programmes.
by Charlotte Cowan2 viewsnewson-premisewines - news
Young Viticulturist of the Year 2026 regional winners
The competition provides an opportunity for viticulturists 30 years and under to start making a name for themselves within the industry.
by Charlotte Cowan1 viewnewswines - news
Nobody Drinks Bordeaux in Bordeaux
In restaurants and wine bars in Bordeaux, plenty of other wines are open, but few bottles of the local product. Why?
by Eric Asimov1 viewwinesbordeaux-francefrance - news
Central Otago’s shift to organics shines at national wine awards
According to the 2025 New Zealand Winegrowers Sustainability Report, 16% of wineries now hold organic certification.
by Charlotte Cowan1 viewnewswines - news
Champagne Bollinger announces new Cellar Master
Émilien Boutillat will be entrusted with preserving and deepening the expression of the style and identity of the House.
by Charlotte Cowan1 viewnewswines - news
Sydney sommelier named inaugural Hawke’s Bay Wine Ambassador
The programme is designed to strengthen connections between Hawke’s Bay and the Australian wine trade.
by Charlotte Cowan2 viewsnewson-premisewines - news
Alcohol consumption declines amid excise increases
The Brewers Association is putting Treasury’s own revenue forecasts under the microscope.
by Charlotte Cowan3 viewsbeersbusinessdrinksnewsoff-premiseon-premise - news
The search is on to find New Zealand’s Top 100 Sommeliers
The list will be a definitive guide to the best professionals working in hospitality and beverages service today.
by Charlotte Cowan2 viewsnewson-premisewines - news
Celebrities who Owns Wineries – Sting
Sting’s Winery Il Palagio: The Rockstar Who Makes Wine as Revenge He got conned on the day he bought... The post Celebrities who Owns Wineries – Sting appeared first on The Finest Italian Wine .
by Kelly Chidi-Ogbonna4 viewscelebrity-winerywine-and-peopleabout-winecelebritywinemakingwinery - news
On a Quest for Gold
After recently tasting Virginia wines comprising the 2026 Virginia Governor’s Cup Case, I have decided to dedicate time to acquiring these and other medal winners at the 2026 Governor’s Cup Wine Competition. Helping me in this effort are tasting passes available at virginiawine.org. The Gold Medal Wine Trail, in particular, allows users “access to winning...
by Warren4 viewswines - news
World Drinks Awards announces the best drinks and people of 2026
This year's competition saw World's Best titles awarded to both established producers and emerging innovators.
by Charlotte Cowan2 viewsbeersdrinksnewsspiritswines - news
20 Joyous Wines, All Under $20
The price of almost everything is rising, including wine. But distinctive, delicious bottles can still be found in the $15 to $20 range.
by Eric Asimov1 viewwines - news
How Wine, Truffles and Honey Could Help Europe Fight Wildfires
Countries are learning that the finer things in life sometimes have a serendipitous side benefit.
by Jeanna Smialek3 viewswildfireswinesfires-and-firefighterseuropean-unioncatalonia-spaineurope