Our Sponsors

The International Wine Challenge (IWC) brings together many of the most important people in the wine world.

Our Sponsors

Introducing our sponsors:

IWC Supporter

Saicho Drinks
Pioneering flavour mastery through the art of tea. Our award-winning, single-origin sparkling teas are meticulously crafted for connoisseurs who appreciate sophisticated non-alcoholic alternatives. Perfect for fine dining and exceptional occasions, Saicho redefines the tea experience with depth, complexity, and refined sophistication.

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Sponsor of the Buying Team of the Year category

Brand Phoenix

Sponsor for the Large Retailer of the Year category

Castel Family Estates
Castel Family Estates is proud to be an official partner of the International Wine Challenge Trade Awards 2025.

From Bordeaux to Provence, the Loire to Languedoc, each of our 20 estates is a testament to character, originality, and excellence. As dedicated winemakers, our ambition is to reveal the full potential of each terroir—an unwavering commitment driven by passion and authenticity.

This partnership with the IWC Trade Awards reflects our shared values of quality and expertise, and we look forward to celebrating the excellence of the wine industry together.

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Official Water Partner of the IWC 2025

Aqua Carpatica

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Sponsor of the Lifetime Achievement Award

Encirc

Encirc, part of the Vidrala group, is a market leader in glass container design, manufacturing, bottling and logistics solutions for the UK, Irish and European food and beverages industries.

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Sponsors of the Great Value Sake Award

Sake Samurai Association

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Sponsors of IWC Sake Prefecture of the Year Award

Nomura Real Estate Development

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Sponsors of IWC Champion Sake of the Year

Kyosei Bank

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Trade Partner

The Drinks Trust
The Drinks Trust is committed to supporting drinks hospitality colleagues, past and present, in their time of need. We provide financial assistance, nurture their well-being and champion the growth of a skilled and engaged workforce. Upholding our values of respect, compassion and empowerment, we are building a healthier future for our people.

To find out more visit: https://www.drinkstrust.org.uk

or watch: https://youtu.be/WgtOvn8xUaE?si=GgpFrRC7gQt8fCZY

Sponsor of the Small Retailer of the Year Award

Les Grands Chais de France Exclusive

The Les Grands Chais de France Group has forged special partnerships with winegrowers and is the biggest private winemaker in France. With a strong presence in all the leading French and foreign wine regions, GCF is unique in that it covers the entire wine chain, from grape to glass.

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Sponsor of the Supermarket of the Year Award

Origin Wine

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ADI Trading

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Schott Zweisel

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Sponsor

Zweisel Glas

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