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Launched in 2024, the V d’Or recognizes excellence with tangible impact across the wine and spirits value chain. Open to professionals worldwide, the awards promote initiatives that connect like‑minded stakeholders, sustain terroirs and craftsmanship, and act as a reliable barometer of industry priorities. In 2026, the V d’Or will be showcased at Wine Paris, in front of more than 6,000 exhibitors and 60,000 trade visitors.
“This year’s nominees reflect the key forces driving our industry today — innovation, sustainability and education,” says Rodolphe Lameyse, CEO of Vinexposium. “Their diversity and the quality of their initiatives show how many players are delivering practical answers addressing the evolution of wine, spirits and no‑low drinks.”
a📷Paris sets the stage at Le Trianon, the historic theatre in Montmartre, for an immersive culinary journey curated by Yannick Alléno, the world’s most Michelin‑starred chef. An exclusive selection of wine and spirits will accompany the menu, with details unveiled only during the ceremony, underscoring the event’s spirit of discovery and celebration.
The V d’Or 2026 jury brings together seven respected figures from every corner of the wine and spirits world, ensuring independence, expertise and a truly global perspective: Honorary President Michel Chapoutier (M. Chapoutier, France); Christophe Juarez (Terroirs & Vignerons de Champagne, France); Honore Comfort (Wine Institute & California Wines, USA); Mario Piccini (Piccini 1882, Italy); Nimmi Malhotra (Rosso Bianco, Singapore); Christian Wylie (Bodega Garzón, Uruguay); and François‑Xavier Desplancke (Belvedere Vodka, France). The panel blends respect for traditional craftsmanship with a drive to promote innovation, sustainability and shared interests across the sector.
Best Innovation – Wine: Formats, Tech and New Drinking Occasions
For the first time, the V d’Or will be front and center at Wine Paris (February 9–11, 2026), reinforcing the awards’ mission to connect the international trade community and accelerate adoption of best‑in‑class practices.
