Constellation Europe, based in Guildford, England, is one of the largest premium drinks companies in Europe and is responsible for the sales, marketing and supply of wines from the Constellation Brands portfolio.
Constellation Brands is an international producer and marketer of drinks brands with a broad portfolio of wine from around the world. The wines produced include Kumala, Hardys, Banrock Station, Stowells, Nobilo, Ravenswood, Simi, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, as well as Robert Mondavi wines.
Constellation Europe has been a valued supporter of the Institute since 2003 and has contributed greatly to the Institute's education programme around the globe.
In addition, Constellation Europe was a major sponsor of the Institute's sixth international symposium, Lateral Vision, which was held in 2006 in the Napa Valley, USA.
The Robert Mondavi Winery Award recognises excellence in the Theory part of the Masters of Wine Examination and is presented to a new Master of Wine annually.