Articles from Institute of Masters of Wine

Registrations Open for the 11th Institute of Masters of Wine International Symposium
Tickets are now on sale for the 11th Institute of Masters of Wine International Symposium, taking place in Adelaide, Australia, 15-18 April 2027, supported by our hosts, the South Australian Government, and major sponsor Wine Australia.
By Institute of Masters of Wine · Via Business Wire · February 10, 2026
Andrew Jefford Honoured With the Institute of Masters of Wine Lifetime Achievement Award
Andrew Jefford has been named the recipient of the 2026 Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) Lifetime Achievement Award in association with the drinks business. The award was presented at Vinexposium’s V d’Or awards ceremony by Kylie Minogue, Sarah Harrison, IMW executive director, and Patrick Schmitt MW, the drinks business editor-in-chief.
By Institute of Masters of Wine · Via Business Wire · February 9, 2026
Masters of Wine Curate Their Ultimate Wish List for Institute of Masters of Wine Benefit Auction
The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) and Sotheby’s today unveiled the catalogue for Explore the World of Fine Wine, a benefit auction offering privileged access to people, places and wines from across the global fine wine landscape. Curated by Masters of Wine (MWs)—the world’s most respected wine professionals—the auction includes once-in-a-lifetime invitations to legendary estates, limited edition bottles not available on the open market, and private encounters with some of wine’s leading figures.
By Institute of Masters of Wine · Via Business Wire · December 1, 2025