"The fine wine and spirits industry gathered for its most prestigious celebration as the 2025 Golden Vines® Awards were presented during an unforgettable ceremony at Miami's iconic Faena Forum on November 8, 2025. Often referred to as "the Oscars of fine wine," this year's event marked a significant evolution in how excellence is recognized within the global wine and spirits community."
"The 2025 awards introduced the most sophisticated evaluation process in the event's history through the formation of the new Golden Vines Academy. This exclusive body comprised 830 of the world's leading fine wine and spirits professionals from more than 100 countries, each possessing an average of over 18 years of professional experience. The Academy's impressive credentials included 41 Masters of Wine, 31 Master Sommeliers, over 58 Advanced Sommeliers, 240 WSET Diploma holders (DipWSET), and 37 holders of the ASI Diploma."
The 2025 Golden Vines Awards took place at Miami's Faena Forum on November 8, 2025, celebrating excellence in fine wine and spirits. The awards introduced the Golden Vines Academy, an 830-member body from over 100 countries with an average of more than 18 years' experience. Academy credentials included 41 Masters of Wine, 31 Master Sommeliers, over 58 Advanced Sommeliers, 240 WSET Diploma holders, and 37 ASI Diploma holders. The elevated voting eligibility ensured highly qualified professionals determined winners. Lewis Chester DipWSET highlighted winners' quality, craftsmanship, innovation, sustainability, and leadership. The awards presented the Frédéric Panaïotis Sustainability Award to Corison Winery.
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