Awards ceremony

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One ticket per MW only – once sold out email beaton@mastersofwine.org to be added to the waiting list

We are delighted to host the awards ceremony this March to celebrate MWs from both the 2020 and 2021 vintages, plus we will honour the MWs who have reached their 50th and 60th MW anniversaries.

Traditionally an annual affair, this date was added to the IMW calendar, following the postponement of the 2020 event. Below, you can see which MWs are being honoured this year.

Space at the venue is limited, so registrations are essential if you wish to attend. Once the event reaches full capacity, you will be added to the waiting list and notified if places become available.

Please take the time to read through the COVID-19 guidelines below, as you must to adhere to these if you wish to attend the ceremony.

The Bordeaux tasting (2017 vintage) will take place in the morning at Vintners’ Hall. As an MW, you’ll have priority to purchase tickets before these go on general sale.

The ceremony will be broadcast live from Vintners’ Hall, London, at 18:30 GMT on 23 March.

Schedule

17:30 – Bollinger reception
18:30 – Awards ceremony (followed by a drinks reception with canapés)
21:00 – Close

Registering for the awards

All Masters of Wine are eligible to attend the annual awards ceremony at no cost. However, capacity is strictly limited, and attendance will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis. MWs may register ONE ticket – any duplicate orders will be deleted. MWs receiving awards do not need to re-register if you have already confirmed your attendance and guests with the IMW office. Select the ‘Add to basket’ button at the top of the page to register. If you have any dietary or venue requirements (e.g. lift access), please disclose this during registration.

If the event is at capacity, please email Belinda Eaton, beaton@mastersofwine.org to be added to the waiting list.

MWs who will be honoured in 2022 (subject to change)

Individual awards

IMW Chair’s Award – for top performance in the business of wine paper
Taransaud Tonnellerie Award – for excellent knowledge in the production and handling of wine paper
Villa Maria Award – for outstanding knowledge and understanding of viticulture
Robert Mondavi Winery Award – for best performance across all of the theory papers
Madame Bollinger Medal – for extraordinary tasting ability
The Noval Award – for the best research paper
IMW Outstanding Achievement Award – for exceptional performance in all areas of the MW exam

MW 50th anniversaries (1971-2021)

Nick Clarke MW
Clive Coates MW

COVID-19 guidelines

The attendee acknowledges the risk associated with attending live events and agrees that the IMW is not liable for illness. The IMW operates in accordance with government guidelines but reserves the right to include additional measures for the safety of guests and staff.

All guests attending this event must adhere to the following:

• Proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within the last 48 hours must be provided upon entry.
  • Either a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) OR lateral flow test (LFT also known as rapid test) is permitted.
  • Lateral flow tests are readily available free of charge in the UK. You can request these through the NHS or collect from most pharmacies. Find out more here.
  • If you are travelling to the event and already require a negative flight for your test this may be eligible. Please confirm with Belinda Eaton, beaton@mastersofwine.org

Awards ceremony 2021