Sauvignon Selection by CMB Medal

Spirits
Selection

by CMB

With backing from Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, « Spirits Selection » has become the international event rewarding spirits from across the globe.

Treviso Italy
from 28/09 to 01/10/2023
Results on 09-10-2023

A world reference for spirits competitions 

Whiskies, Cognacs, brandies, rums, vodkas, gins, piscos, grappas, baijius and tequilas, amongst other spirits, are assessed and classified by a panel of internationally renowned experts.

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The contest

A trustworthy name

The Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles has become THE international event that rewards spirit drinks from all over the world. Whiskies, cognacs, brandies, rums, vodkas, gins, piscos, grappas, baijiu, tequila, etc. are evaluated and classified by a panel of internationally recognised experts. In 2022, more than 2,000 samples were evaluated by 120 tasters of 30 different nationalities.

About the contest
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2023 Edition

Treviso

The 2023 edition of the competition will take place from September 28th to October 1st, in Treviso, Italia 

Discover 2023 edition
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The jury

The outstanding reputation of its selection process is one of the key components of the competition’s success.

Reputable judges, renowned for their ability to assess spirits are rigorously chosen for the competition. In 2021, 87 international judges spanning 23 nationalities took part, a diversity that contributes to the uniqueness of the event and greater objectivity of results.

Découvrez nos juges

Last articles

The post-Covid spirits market in Italy
The post-Covid spirits market in Italy
Spirits News Steering Committee 2023
The post-Covid spirits market in Italy

18 Sep 23

What is grappa ? Part 5 – Insight and Guidelines for Evaluation and Appreciation
What is grappa ? Part 5 – Insight and Guidelines for Evaluation and Appreciation
Spirits News Steering Committee 2023
What is grappa ? Part 5 – Insight and Guidelines for Evaluation and Appreciation

16 Sep 23

What is Grappa ? – Part 4 – Types of distillation – Discontinuous-type stills
What is Grappa ? – Part 4 – Types of distillation – Discontinuous-type stills
Spirits News Steering Committee 2023
What is Grappa ? – Part 4 – Types of distillation – Discontinuous-type stills

11 Sep 23

What is Grappa ? – Part 3 – Types of Distillation – Continuous-type stills
What is Grappa ? – Part 3 – Types of Distillation – Continuous-type stills
Spirits News Steering Committee 2023
What is Grappa ? – Part 3 – Types of Distillation – Continuous-type stills

04 Sep 23

Rigour and transparency: the ethos behind Spirits Selection continues to attract the spirit industry for the 25th competition
Rigour and transparency: the ethos behind Spirits Selection continues to attract the spirit industry for the 25th competition
Spirits News Steering Committee 2023
Rigour and transparency: the ethos behind Spirits Selection continues to attract the spirit industry for the 25th competition

28 Aug 23

What is grappa? Part 2 – Preserving the integrity of the pomace
What is grappa? Part 2 – Preserving the integrity of the pomace
Spirits News Steering Committee 2023
What is grappa? Part 2 – Preserving the integrity of the pomace

22 Aug 23

What is grappa? Part 1 – The raw materials
What is grappa? Part 1 – The raw materials
Spirits News Steering Committee 2023
What is grappa? Part 1 – The raw materials

16 Aug 23

Prime Uve – Grape Aquavite that Transcends the Boundaries of Brandy
Prime Uve – Grape Aquavite that Transcends the Boundaries of Brandy
Spirits News Steering Committee 2023
Prime Uve – Grape Aquavite that Transcends the Boundaries of Brandy

02 Aug 23

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Témoignages

"I have participated in several editions of Spirits Selection, in various countries around the world. The organization is amazing and the flight service is punctual, accurate and very professional. The samples are evaluated with the utmost and the judges provide valuable and timely feedback to the producers in the evaluation sheets. For me, above all, it represents a great opportunity for professional growth as Spirits Selection organizes educational sessions with internationally renowned speakers. Contact with professionals from around the world and privileged access to producers in the host country significantly enhances the opportunity to deepen one’s network and knowledge of all alcohol products."

Davide Terziotti - ItalyAngel's Share - Notizie e curiosità dal pianeta whisky

"It was my first intervention at Spirits Selection. Wow, was I impressed. The high standard of judging and professionalism is exceptional! The idea of master classes, especially with unknown products like Baijiu was wonderful. I did all the reading you sent, that trigged me to do some extra reading but still it was the master classes with the tastings that brought the whole picture together. With that it gave me the confidence to do the Baijiu tastings."

Johan Venter - South Africa Group General Manager of the Centre of Excellence Intrinsic department of Distell Ltd

"Well, I have thought a lot about this trip and I always come to the same conclusion: it was overwhelming and absolutely fantastic! I have already participated in a few other spirits contests. Normally you do your tasting, then in the afternoon some sightseeing. That was my expectation for Spirits Selection, too. But it was nothing like that! I never expected what you organized and what we did! It was so great!"

Simon Weiss - GermanyManaging Director and Founder of Idea Distillers GmhH

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