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The Old Vine Conference 2024 is back with an incredible line-up of speakers ready to dive into the crucial role old vines play in sustainability and climate change adaptation. This online event kicks off tomorrow! Don’t miss out—head to for the session details and the registration link.

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The 6th Edition of The Old Vine Conference is just around the corner, taking place on 17th & 18th October 2024! Registration is now open for you to watch the conference live.

Join us to hear from an inspiring line-up of old vine pioneers, thought leaders, academics, environmentalists, winemakers, and marketing specialists. Gain invaluable insights into the vital role old vines play in the wine industry’s adaptation to climate change and sustainability.

🗓️ Schedule:

17th October, 14.00-18.00 BST: Focus on the role of old vines in a sustainable future.
18th October, 10.00-14.00 BST: Focus on old vines and climate change adaptation.

The conference will be live online, catering to multiple time zones.

Registration is FREE!

Sarah Abbott will deliver the opening address for Day 14:00 BST and will kickstart the day of inspiring discussions on the role old vines play in a sustainable future for the wine industry!

Click the link in our bio to register and view the full schedule of speakers. Stay tuned for speaker updates and more session details!

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The Newest Old-World: Discover Georgian Wine 🍷

Join Master of Wine Sarah Abbott at the SITT trade tasting for an exclusive masterclass that will take you on a journey through the rich cultural heritage and contemporary appeal of Georgian wine.

🗓 Dates & Locations:

📍 London: Monday, 16th September | 1:15 PM
📍 Manchester: Wednesday, 18th September | 1:15 PM

🌟 What to Expect:

Taste 6 sensational Georgian wines that have captured the attention of wine enthusiasts across the UK, with sales rising by over 50% last year. Discover the unique qualities that Georgian wines can bring to your wine list, from the iconic qvevri wines to the juicy reds made from Saperavi.

Spaces are limited! Be sure to register and secure your spot to explore why Georgian wine is the buzz of the industry.

🔗 www.sittastings.com or head to the link in our bio

On behalf of the and , we look forward to welcoming you at the in September!

Join us at the SITT trade tasting to sample 30 unique Georgian wines, including the iconic Saperavi and Amber wines made in ancient qvevri. With UK sales up by 53%, now’s the perfect time to see what’s capturing the attention of wine lovers nationwide!

📅 London: 16th Sept | Manchester: 18th Sept

🔗 Register today: www.sittastings.com or click on the link in our bio.

During the event will be hosting masterclasses on Georgian wines. Stay tuned to know the details. 🤩🍷

Posted • Delighted to share the news that the next trade & media tasting will be held on Wednesday 19th June from 10.30 - 16.00 at in London. This is expected to be the largest tasting of old vine wines from around the world with 119 old vine wines on show - from Argentina to Austria, Italy to Romania, Spain to South Africa and many more. Do click on the link below to register https://swirl.eventscase.com/EN/old-vine-conference-trade-media-2024 or contact or . .warren.14

Last week our director spent four amazing days with a team of international judges, evaluating hundreds of wineries and visiting local producers during the Turkish Wine Judging, in partnership with the Tuğrul Şavkay Turkish Wines Competition. ⁠

Under the expert guidance of and , the judges observed and appreciated the rise in the quality of Turkish wines.

Swipe through to see some pictures from the winery visits.

1. With the judges at with Zeynep Arca, the owner and winemaker.
2. holding a fossilized oyster bed from the terroir of Kirklareli during a tasting of Wines in Thrace.
3. With the judging panel and Mustafa Chamlica.
4. Zeynep Arca explaining the Tukrish wine heritage.
5. Sarah and her fellow Committee Judge , tasting with judges in their original winery.
6. The judging panel at .
7. at the awards ceremony.

Thank you to all the wonderful wineries for their hospitality!

The first session of ‘The Georgian Palate’ was an enlightening masterclass led by . Held at , the tasting focused on creative food and wine pairings from the cradle of wine.

With a theme of ‘Embracing Amber,’ the session highlighted that amber wines can be a great choice for global cuisines. The wines were paired with a bespoke menu from , featuring Nordic and Mediterranean dishes alongside Indian, Japanese, Lebanese, and English cuisines.

Each pairing showcased the versatility of Georgian wines, demonstrating to guests that they deserve a place on all wine lists.

More sessions coming up soon!

Explore the world of Georgian wine pairing with “The Georgian Palate: Creative Pairings from the Cradle of Wine” masterclass series!

Led by and curated with top sommeliers, this series unveils the allure of Georgian wines in the UK market.

Our first session, “Embracing Amber,” on May 28th in London, features ten exquisite Qvevri Amber Wines paired with a bespoke menu from ramekinsandwine and Wine. Witness the magical fusion of Georgian wines and diverse culinary delights.

🗓️ Save the Date: Tuesday, May 28th, at Peckham Rye. To register your interest or enquire about the session, contact [email protected].

Stay tuned for upcoming sessions in Manchester in August and London in September.

Our client is partnering with winescholarguild and sponsoring two free Italian wine scholarships. See below for details. We are glad to have brought this wonderful heritage-vineyard winery and inspiring wine educator together. Here’s to deepening the understanding and knowledge of fine Italian wine!
Posted • ✨WSG 2024 Scholarships are Now Open!

🍷 WSG is awarding one fully-paid online enrollment in each of the following online programs: French Wine Scholar®, French Wine Essentials, Spanish Wine Scholar®, Spanish Wine Essentials.

📣 New for 2024, Villa Bogdano 1880 is generously sponsoring one fully-paid online enrollement in the Italian Wine Scholar® and one Italian Wine Essentials enrollement, as well as a visit to their beautiful estate in Friuli for the winners of these awards.

Who can apply?
The scholarships are open to all committed students of wine including professionals and enthusiasts. Applicants must be of legal drinking age in both the United States (21 years or older) and in their country of residence. You may apply to more than one scholarship.

Learn more about the application process and apply now via the link in our bio.

✍️ Tag your friends in the comments to spread the word about this exciting educational opportunity!

🎯APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN UNTIL June 15, 2024 ⠀⠀
🎯Click on the WSG Scholarship link in their bio for more details

Introducing “Georgia on the Table,” a collection of pairing masterclasses showcasing the adaptability of Georgian wine alongside fine cuisine from various regions around the world. These sessions, scheduled in London and Manchester from May to September 2024, will feature pairings with “Fine Amber” contemporary qvevri wines, premium Saperavi reds, and the delicate wines of the cool west.

Keep an eye on this page for registration details about these upcoming events and discover the delightful pairings with Georgian wines.

Discover the magic of storytelling with our events and masterclasses. Strategic and creative storytelling is the most authentic way to enter a new market, and we excel at bringing stories to life, igniting imaginations, and captivating audiences.

We can you find that unique brand identity that will speak to your target audience—just as we’ve done for many of our clients. If you would like to work with us, contact us through the link in the bio.

The old vine registry, established by Jancis Robinson MW and hosted by The Old Vine Conference, has been going from strength to strength. It recently earned the top honours at V d’Or 2024 award in Paris as the best Heritage Initiative.

Belinda Stone , the head of marketing for , graciously accepted the award on behalf of the esteemed OVR team, which includes , , , , and .

With meticulous curation, The Old Vine Registry has evolved into the world’s most comprehensive database, boasting of 3,100 vineyards spanning 35 countries as of January 2024. It is an invaluable resource for scholars, enthusiasts, and industry professionals. This achievement celebrates the Registry and underscores the global effort to preserve heritage vineyards.

If you have an old vineyard, you can contribute to this valuable resource at oldvineregistry.org/submit. To stay updated on events, head to . If you’d like to join the amazing volunteer community helping maintain the Old Vine Registry, please message us!

Discover the power and distinctiveness of white wines from volcanic soil at Hall 15 E 04, where will be present along with Lessini Durello.

The volcanic environment represents a unique interplay between man and nature, where fertility and difficulty in cultivation coexist. The wines from this region come from a landscape dotted by terraces, shaped by millennia of human effort.

This year, the consortium will also be introducing the Soave Identity Project, aimed at enhancing competitiveness in global markets. Don’t miss this chance to discover these volcanic wines at .

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The relaunched Turkish wine body is back with a bang at ProWein 2024, with a packed program of masterclasses on Sunday 10th and Monday 11th March.

will be present at Hall 13, Stand 16, with 9 producers pouring a thrilling range of wines from unique indigenous varieties, and familiar internationals with a Turkish accent.

On 10th March, hear it from and as they explain why Türkiye is emerging as one of the most interesting wine countries today.

During the event, there will also be maserclasses and interactive sessions with Isa Bal MS, Andreas Larsson, Chef Onur Elci, and Sabiha Apaydın Gönenli.
apaydin will host a pop-up tasting on 11th March to present seven women owned wineries from Georgia and Turkey.

Visit the stand to learn more about the rich history and to discover and celebrate the wine journey of this country.