LONDON, UK, 16 SEPTEMBER 2024 — The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) is proud to announce Areni Global has become an official research and industry associate. The agreement between the IMW and the global independent think tank builds on their joint mission to promote excellence and learning across the wine community, with plans for enhanced knowledge exchange between the two bodies and collaboration on a public events programme among the initiatives being considered.
Alongside these higher profile activities, the relationship forges new links between Areni Global and the Masters of Wine study programme, providing students with expanded access to cutting edge research, perspectives and opinion from one of the wine world’s foremost thought leadership platforms, while providing Areni with enhanced access to insights from the future leaders of the wine industry.
Areni Global Executive Director Pauline Vicard commented: “The Institute of Masters of Wine embodies excellence in education, knowledge and expertise. It has been a beacon in the world of wine for more than 70 years and will continue to play a crucial role in the years to come. We are excited about this partnership based on common values and a shared vision of a thriving, global, diverse wine industry.”
IMW Executive Director Julian Gore-Booth remarked: “Areni Global are a genuine force in the utilisation of research to guide the industry towards a prosperous and sustainable future. The alignment of values and goals with those of the IMW are undeniable and we’re excited to see what we can achieve together for the benefit or our membership, our students and the wider community.”
About the Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW)
The IMW is a membership organisation with an exceptional international reputation. For more than 70 years, its members – the Masters of Wine (MWs) – have been at the forefront of leadership and expertise in the world of wine. The IMW’s mission is to promote excellence, interaction and learning across all sectors of the global wine community. MWs prove their comprehensive understanding of wine by passing the MW exam, recognised worldwide for its rigour and exacting standards. In addition to passing the exam, members must sign the code of conduct before they are entitled to use the initials MW. This requires them to uphold the highest standards of commercial conduct within the industry. Today, there are 421 Masters of Wine working in 30 countries. The membership encompasses winemakers, sommeliers, buyers, journalists, shippers, consultants, viticulturalists, academics, educators and more. There are 367 students from 40 countries in the 2023-24 MW study programme. The IMW works with 36 supporters and four research and industry associates, who help promote the IMW’s mission. The five principal supporters are Austrian Wine, AXA Millésimes, Champagne Bollinger, Constellation Brands and VSPT Wine Group.
For more information visit: https://www.mastersofwine.org/
About Areni Global
Areni Global is an independent think tank dedicated to the future of fine wine. Areni Global exists to answer the big questions of our time and to address our industry’s major threats and opportunities, including regulatory, environmental, and societal changes. Areni Global delves into the complexity of how the fine wine world works from various angles, and dives deep into what is needed to succeed, now and tomorrow. Areni Global analyses critical topics for a successful wine industry and gathers international thought leaders and experts to explore research, insight and ideas helping decision makers understand a changing world and build their strategy. Whether you are producing or selling fine wine, you need reliable, specific data to make informed decisions. When you join Areni Global, you get access to insights and events to help you navigate the increasingly complex global environment, analyse political, social and economic developments, forecast economic trends, and understand the changes in consumer behaviours.
For more information visit: https://areni.global/
