The Sommeliers Choice Awards is excited to announce its new press partnership with The Grapevine Magazine, a premier print & online publication dedicated to the poducers of the world's wine & vineyard producers. This strategic collaboration is designed to enhance the visibility of the competition and give participating wine brands unparalleled exposure to key industry professionals and decision-makers worldwide. 

The Sommeliers Choice Awards is a unique platform where your wines are judged by leading sommeliers, wine directors, and buyers from top restaurants, hotels, and bars. These judges focus on the factors that matter most in the world of on-premise wine service: taste, food pairability, value, and packaging. Winning a medal at this competition means your wine has been recognized as an exceptional choice for wine lists and programs, gaining the attention of key decision-makers across the hospitality industry.

The Grapevine Magazine is an influential print & online platform that appeals to the producers in the rich and diverse world of wine. It aims to educate and inspire wine producers by providing a variety of articles covering wine regions and producers. With a commitment to quality content, the magazine showcases the artistry of winemaking and the stories behind each bottle. Whether you’re an experienced wine producer or beginning your wine career, The Grapevine Magazine offers insights and knowledge to enhance your production.

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Special Category Winners to Receive Exclusive Coverage

A key highlight of this partnership is that the special category winners of the 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards, such as Wine of the Year, White Wine of the Year, and Red Wine of the Year, will receive exclusive coverage in a press release featured by The Grapevine Magazine. This will provide award-winning brands with significant visibility in front of top-level executives and decision-makers in the global wine industry.

Benefits to Wine Brands

This partnership with The Grapevine Magazine Intel offers a wide range of advantages for participating wine brands, including:

a) Global Industry Exposure: Winners of the Sommeliers Choice Awards will gain direct access to a global audience of industry professionals, including sommeliers, retailers, and wine buyers, helping to boost brand recognition and open new market opportunities.

b) Credibility and Prestige: Recognition in The Grapevine Magazine, a trusted publication in the wine industry, adds an additional layer of credibility and prestige to winning brands, enhancing their reputation and market position.

c) Marketing and PR Leverage: Wine brands can leverage their appearance in The Grapevine Magazine as part of their marketing and public relations strategies, helping them attract attention from potential business partners, distributors, and new customers.

d) Access to Decision-Makers: The readership of The Grapevine Magazine includes some of the most influential figures in the drinks industry, offering wine brands the chance to connect with key decision-makers and expand their presence in global markets.

Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network, the organizer of the Sommeliers Choice Awards, stated, “We are thrilled to partner with The Grapevine Magazine for the 2025 competition. This partnership allows us to provide even greater exposure for our winning brands, helping them build their presence and influence within the global wine industry.” By partnering with The Grapevine Magazine, the competition offers participating brands valuable opportunities to gain global industry recognition and connect with key market players.