Applications for the 2026 V d’Or are officially closed.
What are the benefits ?
By taking part in the V d’Or awards, you:
• Join an international network of experts and committed professionals
• Secure visibility among influential people within the international wine and spirits sector
• Benefit from media coverage within the global Vinexposium community and specialist media
Who can apply ?
Applications are free and open to all professionals around the world, including producers, brands, marketing boards, agencies, and suppliers of goods and services, etc. Projects presented must have been implemented, announced or achieved significant results since January 2024.
The stages of your application
1
Until October 2nd, 2025
Submission period
2
December 2025
Announcement of the Nominees
3
February 8th, 2026
Winners revealed at the V d’Or 2026 Awards Ceremony
4
February 9th – 11th, 2026
Presentation of Winners at Wine Paris 2026
The 3 categories
Sustainability
Best Sustainability Initiative V d’Or
The world of wine and spirits is experiencing the effects of climate change first-hand.
It has a responsibility to ensure a sustainable future that balances economic and environmental performance, safeguarding the fragile ecosystems on which it depends.
The Best Sustainability V d’Or is awarded to a specific solution or mitigation provided by an interprofessional organisation, a group, an individual, a company, a brand, a winery or a distillery.
Projects presented must have been implemented, announced or achieved significant results since January 2024.
Education & Transmission
Best Education & Transmission V d’Or
The future of the world of wine and spirits hinges on the ability of sector stakeholders to share their knowledge and train other professionals either by disseminating innovations or reviving and safeguarding forgotten skills.
The Best Education & Transmission V d’Or is awarded to an interprofessional organisation, a group, an individual, a company, a brand, a winery or a distillery that provides an in-person or online programme or scheme committed to mentorship, education and skill transfer towards professionals within the world of wine and spirits.
Projects presented must have been implemented, announced or achieved significant results since January 2024.
Innovation
Best Innovation V d’Or
The overall decrease in alcohol consumption, particularly in producer countries and among young people, and the changes in consumer expectations challenge long-held certainties, undermine growth, and ultimately threaten the survival of the wine and spirits sector.
The Best Innovation V d’Or is awarded to an interprofessional organisation, a group, an individual, a company, a brand, a winery or a distillery for an initiative which reaches out to new audiences or taps into new markets. It can be an innovative digital strategy, a creative advertising campaign, a brand-new event, a new packaging, or a new product.
Projects presented must have been implemented, announced or achieved significant results since January 2024.
Testimonials from winners
"To summarise our project in one sentence: we are manufacturers of vineyard staples, and we want to create a more environmentally friendly alternative to those already on the market, whether made of plastic, metal or starch, which are commonly used by winegrowers. Our goal is to offer a more sustainable solution."
Justine Duval, Communications Manager, Agrafes Viti 4.0
Winner of Best Innovation - Wine V d'Or Awards 2026
"If I had to summarize our project in one sentence: the California Climate Action Toolkit is a practical resource that helps growers and vintners understand and prioritize climate risks, and find actionable ways to turn their commitments into real climate action. This award will have a very positive impact on the future of the project"
Allison Jordan, California wine institute
Winner of Best Sustainability Initiative – Wine V d'Or Awards 2026
"As for the impact of the award, first of all, the entire team at the distillery was incredibly proud. It’s a recognition of the work we do every single day. To be acknowledged internationally for our commitment to sustainability, alongside producers from around the world, is something very special."
Jean-Philippe Bouchard, Domaine du Fjord
Winner of Best Sustainability Initiative – Spirits V d'Or Awards 2026