San Diego, CA – [January 24, 2024] – The SOMM Journal, in partnership with SommCon 2023, announced the winners of the highly coveted Award of Excellence in the categories of best wine supplier and best spirits supplier. The honorees, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines for best wine supplier and Spirit of Gallo for best spirits supplier, were participants at the prestigious Concours d’Vin & Concours d’Spirits competition held during SommCon 2023 from September 10-12 in San Diego.
The Concours d’Vin & Concours d’Spirits competition, a highlight of SommCon, brought together industry experts, sommeliers, and enthusiasts to evaluate and celebrate the finest offerings in the world of wine and spirits. The judging process showcased the exceptional quality and innovation presented by participants, ultimately culminating in The SOMM Journal selecting J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines and Spirit of Gallo as the standout winners in their respective categories. View All 2023 Concours winners.
The SOMM Journal and Tasting Panel Magazine sponsored the 2023 Concours d’Vin & Concours d’Spirits competition, supporting and promoting excellence in the wine and spirits industries. These awards not only recognize outstanding achievements but also inspire and elevate the standards within these dynamic and ever-evolving fields.
The 2024 Concours d’Spirits and Concours d’Vin Competition is now open. Visit Sommconusa.com for more information and to enter the competition.
ABOUT FAST FORWARD EVENTS:
Fast Forward Events, producers of B2B and B2C conferences, tradeshows and experiences are the leading producer for the wine, beer, spirits, and hospitality industries. They continue to grow their overall portfolio of sector specific shows including SommCon® Conference & Beverage Expo, SommGo, the Craft Beverage Expo & Conference, The Craft Beverage Experience™, Tasting & Tap Room Expo™, the Concours d’Spirits & Concours d’Vin competitions, and the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival.
ABOUT SOMMCON:
SommCon is a leading conference, exposition, and on-demand educational resource for sommelier-level education and training of wine professionals and serious adult beverage enthusiasts. The conference brings together industry professionals of all levels to discuss, develop, and lead the conversation on the business of wine. SommCon’s education is built by leading wine, beer and spirits experts for professionals and serious enthusiasts who have a passion for wine and spirits and an unyielding quest for knowledge. SommCon’s on-demand streaming service, SommGo™, provides year-round training and education for beverage industry professionals and enthusiasts to learn from the greatest minds and palates in wine, beer, and spirits.
