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Interview with Cees van Casteren MW
Interview with Sam Caporn MW
Interview with Anne Krebiehl MW
Entretien avec Edouard Baijot MW
Interview with May Matta-Aliah
Interview with Jane Rakison
Interview with Eugene Mlynczyk MW
Interview with Amy Christine MW
Interview with Libby Brodie
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Get to know the CWO Hosts: Richard Porter
Richard Porter is a world traveller, wine lover and one of the longest serving Chief Wine Officer hosts. In this interview, he tells us what he loves about CWO events and the guests who attend them.
Notre interview avec Irwin Durand, le chef du restaurant étoilé Le Chiberta à Paris
Nous avons interviewé Irwin Durand, le jeune et passionnant Chef de Cuisine du restaurant étoilé Michelin Le Chiberta à Paris. Nous avons interrogé Irwin sur ses inspirations, sa philosophie…
Access courses from the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) at exclusive discount prices
Join the CWO Society and gain access to world-class wine courses at exclusive prices. Discover the full benefits in this short blog post.
Four steps for thriving at your next virtual networking event
Virtual events are a staple of modern networking, and knowing how to make a great impression online is an essential skill. Here are our expert tips to making the most of your next virtual event.
Skye Gyngell’s Spring at Somerset House: Seasonal, sustainable, and sensational
Chief Wine Officer guests love dining at Spring so much we decided to do a profile on the venue, its head chef, Skye Gyngell, and the amazing work they’re doing in sustainability.
What to drink this autumn: Top wines and food pairings
Discover Chief Wine Officer’s favourite autumn wine flavours and food pairings, as recommended by wine experts.
Explore the delights and eccentricities of life in Singapore through the eyes of Master of Wine, Richard Hemming
Meanwhile in Singapore is a wonderful slice of life blog by Richard Hemming MW, a talented wine writer and wine speaker at Chief Wine Officer events in Singapore. Read about it here.
How to pick a premium wine that you’re sure to love
Discover in this short blog what wine experts look for when they're picking a premium wine. Read now to unlock the door to the secret world of wines.
Edouard Baijot MW, Director Luxury for the E&J Gallo Winery, talks latest UK release with ‘Rhône Ranger’ Randall Grahm
Edouard Baijot, Master of Wine, and E. & J. Gallo Winery partner with Randall Grahm set to produce new wine range, The Language of Yes, launching exclusively in the UK and US. Read more inside.
The five best British vineyards to visit before summer ends
Summer in the UK is a time for near-constant celebration, and what better way to savour the sun than with a glass of wine in hand at the UK’s best vineyards. Here are our top five picks for 2023.
What’s the difference between a Master of Wine and a Master Sommelier?
The differences between a Master of Wine and a Master Sommelier are vast. Although both may be wine experts, their expertise varies greatly. Know the difference with our comprehensive guide.
Grapes of wrath: confronting climate change in the wine industry
With so much to lose in the short term, find out how the wine industry is tackling climate change and the importance of customer power for sustainable wineries.