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CATEGORIES: SPIRITS

ENTER THE SPIRITS AWARDS

2026 CATEGORIES

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GENERAL (across all spirits)

A. ALCOHOL FREE ZONE: MAXIMUM ABV 0.5%
D. READY TO DRINK: COCKTAIL HOUR

VERMOUTH AND APERITIFS

F. VERMOUTH AND APERITIFS: APERITIVO TIME

TEQUILA

G. TEQUILA:COCKTAIL HOUR
H. TEQUILA:TREAT YOURSELF £35+

VODKA

I. VODKA: EASY WEEKDAY
J. VODKA: TREAT YOURSELF £35+

Premium Vodka for special occasions.

GIN

K. Gin: easy weekday
L. GIN: treat yourself £35+
M. gin: out of the ordinary

RUM

N. rum: cocktail hour
O. rum: treat yourself £35+
P. rum: spice up your life

WHISKY/WHISKEY

Q. scotch whisky: treat yourself £45+
R. WHISKY/WHISKEY: the best of GB and Ireland
S. WHISKY: around the world

LIQUEURS

T. LIQUEURS: FESTIVE CELEBRATION
U. LIQUEURS: COCKTAIL HOUR

GRAPE SPIRIT

V. AFTER DINNER DIGESTIF

GENERAL

Spirits Supermarket of the Year
Online Spirits Retailer of the year

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Silver – New to Market Easy Weekday: White

Morgado de Bucelas, 2021
Boas Quintas

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Delicate white flower aroma. Balanced and complex. Drink with or without food.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Good white wine with slightly salty finish which would be perfect with food.

Contact: Nádia Mordido
nadia.mordido@boasquintas.com
Tel:
Rua Quinta da Gandarada, 14
Mortágua
3450-335
Portugal

More information: https://boasquintas.com

Bronze – New to Market Easy Weekday: White

Periquita White, 2021
José Maria da Fonseca

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Beautiful, complex, full bodied white. Perfect with butter chicken.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Outstanding quality.

Contact: Teresa Pereira
teresa.pereira@jmfonseca.pt
Tel:
Rua José Augusto Coelho, 11/13
Vila Nogueira de Azeitão
Azeitão
2925-542
Portugal

More information: https://www.jmf.pt

Finalist – New to Market Easy Weekday: White

Selección Parcela Machado de Godelia, 2019
Godelia

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Smokey nose, quite complex for a mid week wine.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Very light and spritzy so fits the category well.

Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain

More information: https://www.godelia.es/producto/seleccion-mencia/

Finalist– New to Market Easy Weekday: White

Oui Sparkling White Wine
Oui Wine

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Nice, easy drinking style.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments:It would fit any white meat, slightly fizzy.

Contact: Jaime Rioja
jaime@oui.wine
Tel:
C Alameda Mazarredo 9-2
Bilbao
Vizcaya
48001
Spain

More information: https://oui.wine

Winner – New to Market Easy Weekday: White

Val do Avia, 2021
Manuelos de España

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Clearly defined fresh fruit. Nicely balanced acidity. Good fruit intensity.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Balanced, complex, ripe stone fruit. Drink with or without food.

Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain

More information: http://www.majueloscoleccion.com

Winner – New to Market Easy Weekday: Red

Rambilla Old Vines Tempranillo, 2019
La Magdalena

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Port, raisin, weighty, very drinkable. The most drinkable in the category for me.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Very well interpreted with structured ripe tannins balanced with ripe jammy fruit.

Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain

More information: http://www.majueloscoleccion.com

Gold Commendation – New to Market Easy Weekday: Red

Periquita Red, 2021
José Maria da Fonseca

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Dark wood, cranberry, oaky, cherry. Rich and deep.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Sweet attack! Smooth! Perfumed. Great mouthfeel.

Contact: Teresa Pereira
teresa.pereira@jmfonseca.pt
Tel:
Rua José Augusto Coelho, 11/13
Vila Nogueira de Azeitão
Azeitão
2925-542
Portugal

More information: https://www.jmf.pt

Bronze– New to Market Easy Weekday: Red

Monte Obispo, 2018
Majuelos Colección

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Lovely wine. All-round for a weekday and a roast on a Sunday. Big tannins but good body.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Spicy, polished rich, dark cherry.

Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain

More information: http://www.majueloscoleccion.com

Silver – New to Market Easy Weekday: Red

Talma Tempranillo, 2020
Bodegas Bastida

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Light, fragrant on the use. Developing wine. Good body. Perfect easy drinker.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Cranberry – rich – delicate – floral. Packed with bright red fruits and berries.

Contact: Mercedes Cabajo
m.cabajo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain

More information: https://bodegasbastida.com/en/product/talma-tinto/

Finalist – New to Market Easy Weekday: Red

Great Scott Sparkling Shiraz NV
Brockenchack Wines

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: A classic example of a sparkling red. Light cranberry, cherry, herbal flavours.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Blackcurrant fizz. A weekday treat.

Contact: Fallon Roocke
fallon@brockenchack.com.au
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia

More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/nv-great-scott-sparkling-shiraz

Bronze – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red

Sancho Baron, 2020
Bodego Domeco de Jarauta

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: A lovely savoury nose with lots going on. Rich, strong deep flavours. Delicious!

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Smooth fruit with vanilla, coconut, oak. Super smooth tannins. Long finish.

Contact: Mercedes Carbajo
m.carbjo@majuelos.com
Tel:
Ctra. Nacional 330, km 450
Cariñena
Zaragoza
50400
Spain

More information: https://www.bodegasdomecodejarauta.com/en/wines/sancho-baron/

Winner – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red

Escada Red Reserva, 2019
DFJ Vinhos

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Beautiful sweet fruit finish. Elegance and balance – acidity gives freshness. Pair with a lamb roast.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Layered dark fruit and spice with a long flavour.

Contact: Ilda Cruz
info@dfjvinhos.com
Tel:
Quinta da Fonte Bela
Cartaxo
2070-681 Vila Chã de Ourique
Portugal

More information: http://en.dfjvinhos.com

Finalist – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red

Hare Hunter Pinot Noir, 2019
Brockenchack Wines

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Good wine. Structured, balanced, quality wine. Fits the occasions.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Great complexity. Crisp currant and refined.

Contact: Fallon Roocke
fallon@brockenchack.com.au
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia

More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/2019-hare-hunter-pinot-noir

Silver – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red

Miss Bronte Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019
Brockenchack Wines

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Very enjoyable. Silky smooth tannins. Black forest gateaux, plum compote, very fresh with silky velvety tannins. Beautiful.

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Delicious, warming, want to curl up by the fire.

Contact: Fallon Roocke
mailto:fallon@brockenchack.co.au
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia

More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/2018-william-frederick-shiraz

Silver – New to Market Treat Yourself: Red

Miss Bronte Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019
Brockenchack Wines

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Very enjoyable. Silky smooth tannins. Black forest gateaux, plum compote, very fresh with with silky velvety tannins. Beautiful.

Round 2 – Delicious, warming, want to curl up by the fire.

Contact: Fallon Rooke
mailto:fallon@brockenchack.com.au
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia

More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/2018-william-frederick-shiraz

Special Mention – New to Market: Treat Yourself White

William Frederick Shiraz
Brockenchack Wines

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Concentrated, layered, rich and smooth with a long finish. Great Christmas Day wine!

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Balanced, cranberry, black forest, oaked, vanilla flavours. Superb balance, warm spice on the finish. Gorgeous with cured meats.

Contact: Fallon Rooke
gil.trigo@quintadocouquinho.pt
Tel:
351 Sawpit Gully Road,
PO Box 50
Keyneton
South Australia
5353
Australia

More information: https://www.brockenchack.com.au/wine/2018-william-frederick-shiraz

Special Mention – New to Market: Treat Yourself White

Couquinho Superior Colheita, 2020
Quinta do Couquinho

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Fresh, vibrant – a nice treat

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Good length and depth, food friendly

Contact: Gil Trigo
gil.trigo@quintadocouquinho.pt
Tel: +351962046131
Quinta do Couquinho
Horta da Vilariça
Torre de Moncorvo
Bragança
5160-103
Portugal

More information: https://www.quintadocouquinho.pt/en/homepage-en/

Special Gold Commendation – New to Market: Easy Weekday White/Rosé

Piano Colheita White, 2021
Carlos Alonso Douro Wine Company

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Lovely and rounded, a crowd pleaser

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Refreshing acidity, easy drinking

Additional note: This wine was So close to winning this category, hence the Gold Commendation Award.

Contact: Ana Sofia Alonso
sofia@carlosalonso-dourowine.pt
Tel: +351962665040
Parque Industrial de Alijó
Lote 26
Alijó
Alto Douro
5070-074
Portugal

More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/pt/douro/11272-piano-white-2018-5603769000714.html

Bronze – New to Market: Treat Yourself Red

Duas Margens Reserva, 2019
Quinta da Vacaria

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Quite sweet

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Lovely wine for special occasions

Contact: Mariana Castanheira
mariana@martinswineadvisor.com
Tel: +351910208265
Quinta da Vacaria, 5050-364 Vilarinho dos Freires – Peso da Régua
Vilarinho dos Freires
Peso da Régua
5050-365
Portugal

More information: http://loja.quintadavacaria.pt/#

Bronze – New to Market: Easy Weekday Red

Casabel Lisboa Red, 2019
Companhia Agrícola do Sanguinhal, Lda.

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Smooth tannins, a balanced wine

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Hello weekday wine, very drinkable

Companhia Agrícola do Sanguinhal, Lda.
Contact: Diogo Reis
diogo.reis@sanguinhal.pt
Tel: +351913115587
Quinta das Cerejeiras – Apartado 6
Bombarral
Leiria
2544-910
Portugal

More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/en/brand/669_companhia-agricola-do-sanguinhal

Bronze – New to Market: Treat Yourself White

Piano Reserve White, 2020
Carlos Alonso Douro Wine Company

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Complex, floral and a delicious finish of peach

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Fresh and bright, the melon and pear shine through

Contact: Ana Sofia Alonso
sofia@carlosalonso-dourowine.pt
Tel: +351962665040
Parque Industrial de Alijó
Lote 26
Alijó
Alto Douro
5070-074
Portugal

More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/pt/douro/11275-piano-reserve-white-2018-5603769000783.html

Bronze – New to Market: Easy Weekday White/Rosé

Val Soléu Organic, 2020
Cellier des Dauphins

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Crisp, clear, dry and easy drinking

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Light and fruity

Contact: Jo Thompson
jo@bellevillemarketing.com
Tel: 07909522797
Route de Nyons
BP 17
Tulette
Rhône
26790
France

More information: https://www.cellier-des-dauphins.com

Silver – New to Market: Treat Yourself Red

Beira Serra Reserva DOC Tinto, 2015
Beira Serra Vinhos

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Absolutely delicious – rounded and well balanced

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Spicy on the finish

Contact: Manuel Belo
manuel.belo@cooperativabeiraserra.pt
Rua das Naves, 5
Vila Fraca das Naves
Guarda
Portugal

More information: https://store.cooperativabeiraserra.pt/

Silver – New to Market: Easy Weekday Red

Encosta do Sobral Selection, 2019
Santos & Seixo Wines

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: I’d be happy to drink this any day of the week

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Nice oaky smell with black fruits

Contact: Lisa Resende
lisa.resende@santoseseixo.pt
Tel: +351918399145
Rua Professor Henrique de Barros, nº 4, 1º A
Edifício Sagres,
Prior Velho
Lisboa
2685-342
Portugal

More information: https://www.santoseseixo.pt

More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/en/tejo/15495-encostas-do-sobral-selection-red-2019-5607582010011.html

Silver – New to Market: Treat Yourself White

Palesa Chenin Blanc, 2021
UniWines Vineyards (Pty) Ltd

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Classy wine with plenty of character

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Smooth, balanced and pleasing to drink

Contact: Pieter Cronje
tasteadmin@uniwines.co.za
Tel: + 27 24 34 91110
Louwshoek,
Voorsorg Road,
Rawsonville
Western Cape
South Africa

More information: https://palesawines.co.za

Silver – New to Market: Easy Weekday White/Rosé

Sottal Lisboa White, 2020
Companhia Agrícola do Sanguinhal, Lda.

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Aromatic and floral, with notes of basil

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Fresh, citrus fruits – nice and delicate

Contact: Diogo Reis
diogo.reis@sanguinhal.pt
Tel: +351913115587
Quinta das Cerejeiras – Apartado 6
Bombarral
Leiria 2544-910
Portugal

More information: https://www.portugalvineyards.com/en/brand/669_companhia-agricola-do-sanguinhal

Winner – New to Market: Treat Yourself Red

Manel Chaves Touriga Nacional Reserva Tinto 2018
Quinta dos Monteirinhos

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: A dinner party red

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Soft with violets

Contact: Sérgio Almeida
geral@monteirinhos.pt
Tel: +351924141084
Rua da Barroca
Moimenta De Maceira Dao
Mangualde
3530-312
Portugal

More information: https://www.facebook.com/monteirinhos

Winner – New to Market: Easy Weekday Red

Pena Vermelha Colheita Seleccionada, 2019
Santos & Seixo Wines

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Fruity and fun, a great pizza wine

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Nice easy drinking, enjoyable

Contact: Lisa Resende
lisa.resende@santoseseixo.pt
Tel: +351918399145
Rua Professor Henrique de Barros, nº 4, 1º A
Edifício Sagres, Prior Velho
Lisboa
2685-342
Portugal

More information: https://www.santoseseixo.pt

Winner – New to Market: Treat Yourself White

Santos da Casa Reserva Alvarinho, 2019
Santos & Seixo Wines

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: Very tasty, moreish and rich

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Crisp and light

Santos & Seixo Wines Distribuição Lda.
Contact: Lisa Resende
lisa.resende@santoseseixo.pt
Tel: +351918399145
Rua Professor Henrique de Barros, nº 4, 1º A
Edifício Sagres, Prior Velho
Lisboa
2685-342
Portugal

More information: https://www.santoseseixo.pt

Winner – New to Market: Easy Weekday White/Rosé

Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC, 2021
Gut Kellerstöckl

Round 1 – Judges’ Comments: I could drink this all day long!

Round 2 – Judges’ Comments: Packs a punch

Contact: Viktoria Antrey
Antrey Communicative Affairs & Wine Placement
wig@antrey.at
Tel: +436645556334
Winterzeile 56
Ketzelsdorf
Niederösterreich
2170
Austria

More information: https://www.gut-kellerstoeckl.at

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