Early Bird Ends
January 31, 2025
Judging
Date
May 19, 2025
Winners Announcement
June 10, 2025
The Sommeliers Choice Awards proudly announces its latest partnership with the Wine Industry Network (WIN), a leading business resource for wine professionals. This exciting collaboration aligns with the shared vision of both organizations to elevate the wine industry by spotlighting innovative brands, high-quality wines, and emerging trends.
Through this partnership, the Sommeliers Choice Awards expands its ability to offer participating wine brands a broader platform for recognition, enabling them to connect with decision-makers, sommeliers, and buyers from top-tier establishments worldwide.
The Sommeliers Choice Awards stands out as an international wine competition, where judges are seasoned sommeliers, master sommeliers, wine buyers, and beverage directors from leading restaurants, hotels, and bars. The competition evaluates wines on criteria that resonate most with on-premise professionals, including:
Taste and food pairability
Value for the price
Packaging and presentation
Winning a medal at our competition signals to the industry that wine is a top-tier choice for restaurant and bar wine programs, helping brands carve out a prominent space in the competitive hospitality sector.
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The Wine Industry Network is renowned for its role as a comprehensive resource for professionals across the wine value chain. From winemakers and suppliers to distributors and retailers, WIN connects key players by providing:
Industry news and insights
Networking opportunities
Marketing tools and resources
By focusing on innovation and collaboration, WIN is instrumental in driving the industry forward. Their robust platform and engaged audience ensure that brands featured through their network gain exposure to an influential and expansive professional community.
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This partnership promises enhanced benefits for winners of the Sommeliers Choice Awards:
Exclusive Coverage for Special Category Winners: Wines earning titles such as Wine of the Year, Best White Wine, or Best Value Wine will receive exclusive coverage on the Wine Industry Network platform, including dedicated press releases and spotlight features.
Global Brand Visibility: Through WIN’s broad reach, winning brands will gain visibility in front of an extensive global audience of wine professionals, boosting their recognition and opening doors to new markets.
Prestige and Industry Credibility: Being featured on WIN solidifies a brand’s reputation, positioning it as a trusted and high-quality choice for industry professionals.
Marketing Leverage: Award-winning brands can incorporate their WIN coverage into their marketing campaigns, amplifying their story to distributors, buyers, and consumers.
Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating:
“The Wine Industry Network is a pivotal platform for industry professionals, and we are excited to partner with them to expand the reach and impact of the Sommeliers Choice Awards. This partnership allows us to offer even greater value to participating brands, helping them connect with key stakeholders and grow their presence globally.”
By joining forces, the Sommeliers Choice Awards and WIN are empowering wine brands to achieve their full potential in a competitive marketplace, ensuring they are seen, celebrated, and sought after.
For wine brands looking to make a mark, participating in the Sommeliers Choice Awards has never been more rewarding. With the added advantage of WIN’s platform, this competition offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain industry recognition and build lasting relationships within the professional wine community.
2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards submissions is now open for domestic and international wines. Enter your Wines now to get the early bird pricing.