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30 Best Wines in the World as judged at the International Wine Challenge 2020
For the first time in the history of the International Wine Challenge, a Georgian producer, was awarded the 2020 for its wine made from the indigenous grape variety Saperavi, but Portugal was this year's top performer, with four wines making the list including the overall winner which was awarded the ultimate accolade of . A 2017 Vintage Port from was named the Champion Fortified Trophy winner, the first time since 2012 that a Port has achieved this title.
was awarded the highest accolade for sparkling wine in the competition winning the Champion Sparkling Trophy for its Another top-scorer was from Burgundy producer which beat Pinot Noir from all over the world to be named International Pinot Noir Trophy winner. from was awarded the French White Trophy.
Spain has proven its winemaking expertise with three wines from the world famous regions of Ribera del Duero DO, Rías Baixas DO and Jerez included in the list. was awarded the Spanish Red Trophy for , took home the Spanish White Trophy for and was awarded the Sherry Trophy for .
Co-chair Helen McGinn commented:
The full list of award winners in the 2020 International Wine Challenge released on 26 November can be seen here.
In its 37 year, the International Wine Challenge is accepted as the world's most rigorous, impartial and influential wine competition. The International Wine Challenge assesses every wine 'blind' and judges each for its faithfulness to style, region and vintage. Awards include medals (Gold, Silver, Bronze) and Commended awards. Trophies are awarded to the very best wines in each category. The International Wine Challenge is committed to helping consumers discover great wine, and the medals displayed on winning bottles offer a trusted guarantee of quality.
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