Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

New MWs anointed in Italy and US

Published: 25 August, 2023

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has welcomed two new members, taking the numbers holding the coveted title globally to 414.

Adelaide to host next IMW symposium

Published: 03 July, 2023

After four days of tastings and talks among the finest palates in the industry, The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) concluded the 10th international symposium by announcing Adelaide as the next host region for the event, with the symposium heading to South Australia in 2026.

IMW reveals programme for 10th international symposium

Published: 04 May, 2023

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has unveiled the full programme of events at the organisation’s 10th annual symposium, A Taste for the Future, with the flagship event boasting a line-up of tastings, debates and internationally renowned speakers ranging from Jancis Robinson MW to actor and winery owner John Malkovich.

VDP announces Masters of Wine as its new official partner

Published: 10 October, 2022

The VDP, home to nearly 200 of Germany’s best winegrowers, and IMW (Institute of Masters of Wine) have long been associated with one another, expanding and enriching the network on both sides.

The IMW welcomes 17 new Masters of Wine

Published: 24 March, 2022

The IMW (Institute of Masters of Wine) has expanded its ranks with the induction of 17 new members.

Two Brits join MW firmament

Published: 25 February, 2022

Justin Martindale MW and Jonny Orton MW have become the latest Masters of Wine.

IMW welcomes thirteen new Masters of Wine

Published: 02 December, 2021

The IMW (Institute of Masters of Wine) has expanded its ranks with the induction of 13 new members.

MW 2021 examination tests candidates on marginal climates

Published: 15 September, 2021

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has made available every question posed to students taking the 2021 MW exam, including the list of wines for the practical tasting segment.

IMW partners with Avino

Published: 30 March, 2021

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has selected wine tasting solutions company Avino to supply remote sample bottling and distribution in the UK.

AI proving ‘most exciting catalyser’ of wine innovation

Published: 18 June, 2020

The advance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) software is by far the most exciting catalyser of innovation in the wine industry, according to speakers at an Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) webinar held yesterday (17 June).

Two UK MWs announced as part of first 2020 batch

Published: 28 February, 2020

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has announced seven new MWs from five different countries, including two from the UK.

IMW welcomes Grupo Rioja to its fold

Published: 20 November, 2019

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMV) has welcomed Grupo Rioja to its family of international supporters.

Santa Rita renews partnership with the IMW

Published: 18 September, 2019

Santa Rita Estates (SRE) has announced it will continue to form part of the Institute of Master of Wine’s (IMW) international supporter community for a further three years.

Prowein: Angelo Gaja wins Winemaker’s Winemaker accolade

Published: 18 March, 2019

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has named Angelo Gaja as the 2019 recipient of the Winemakers’ Winemaker award, which is chosen by a panel of winemaking peers that comprise MWs who are winemakers and the award’s past winners.

IMW appoints new executive director

Published: 07 March, 2019

Rufus Olins has taken the top job at The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW).

Richards resigns from the IMW

Published: 23 November, 2018

Penny Richards, executive director at the Institute of Wine (IMW), has handed in her notice and will be leaving the organisation at the end of the year.