News

Kat Hawkins Joins 2026 Sommeliers Choice Awards Judging Panel

07/10/2025 | The Sommeliers Choice Awards welcomes Kat Hawkins to its 2026 panel, adding her depth of restaurant wine leadership and market insight to a group that defines on-premise wine excellence.

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Heather Durham-Birley Joins 2026 Sommeliers Choice Awards Judging Panel

07/10/2025 | The Sommeliers Choice Awards proudly welcomes Heather Durham-Birley to its 2026 judging panel, joining an elite group of industry leaders who shape the future of on-premise wine excellence.

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Sommeliers Choice Awards Announces First Round of 2026 Judges

29/09/2025 | An elite panel of sommeliers, wine directors, and beverage leaders returns for the 2026 Sommeliers Choice Awards.

Producer Profiles

From Vine to Bottle: What Goes on Behind the Scenes at Tagaris Winery

04/09/2025 | How one Washington winery’s hands-on approach to farming and winemaking turns sustainability into flavor and authenticity

Insights

Meet the Expert: Sandra Gomes Rocha Joins the Sommeliers Choice Awards 2026

03/09/2025 | The Sommeliers Choice Awards (SCA) is delighted to welcome Sandra Gomes Rocha, CSW, MBA, as an Expert for Portuguese Wines in the 2026 edition. 

Insights

How to Create a Regional Wine List that Customers will Love

29/08/2025 | Crafting a winning wine list can be puzzling, here's everything you need to take care of.

Interviews

Madeira Reimagined: Why This Historic Wine Deserves a Place on Today’s Table

25/08/2025 | We speak with Paul Carayas—North America’s only certified Madeira Wine Educator—on why it’s time to look beyond stereotypes and rediscover fortified wines for modern drinking, pairing, and cellaring

Wine Reviews

How Eco-Conscious Wine Brands Like Terragena Give Distributors a Competitive Edge

22/08/2025 | As sustainability reshapes consumer expectations, wine distributors find that aligning with eco-conscious brands isn’t just good for the planet, but good for business

Interviews

Sommeliers Choice Awards Recognize Today Imports for an Uncommon Montepulciano

20/08/2025 | Importer of the Year – Italy goes to a curated, culture-first importer.

News

2026 Sommeliers Choice Awards – Submissions Now Open

14/08/2025 | Enter by October 31, 2025 to save and get your wines tasted by top sommeliers and Master Sommeliers.