Wynn Hosts 2027 Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards Kick-Off Event in Shanghai
Themed "Three Years in the Making, A New Chapter Begins", the event marked the beginning of a new chapter for one of the most prominent international professional competitions dedicated to Chinese wine, bringing together the industry as it looks ahead to the 2027 edition.
Launch of 2027 Wine Awards
- Wynn hosted the kick-off event for the 2027 Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards on 9 November 2026 in Shanghai.
- Themed Three Years in the Making, A New Chapter Begins, the event marks a new phase in promoting Chinese wines internationally.
- Around 130 winery representatives, industry leaders and media guests attended.
- Guests sampled nearly 100 Chinese wines from 75 wineries.
2027 Awards Calendar
- 1 March 2027: Entries and wine sample submissions open.
- 21–25 August 2027: International judging week in Beijing.
- 29 October 2027: Annual awards ceremony in Macao.
- Beijing will host the judging week for the first time.
Global Promotion of Chinese Wines
- Wynn will establish a dedicated Chinese wine pavilion at Wine Paris 2027, from 15–17 February.
- The initiative will showcase leading Chinese wineries to international buyers and wine professionals.
- Activities will include wine showcases, industry exchanges and food-and-wine pairing experiences.
Industry Education and International Collaboration
- Wynn organised a wine masterclass during ProWine Shanghai 2026.
- Wine expert Xing Wei MW presented insights into China's wine-producing regions.
- The masterclass explored 15 provinces and their distinctive wine characteristics.
Promoting Chinese Wine Tourism
- Wynn showcased award-winning Chinese wines at the 47th World Congress of Vine and Wine in Yinchuan, Ningxia.
- The initiative aims to strengthen international recognition of China's wine regions.
- Wynn continues to connect wine, gastronomy and tourism through international partnerships and promotional events.
About the Awards
- Launched in 2024, the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards is an international competition dedicated exclusively to Chinese wines.
- Macao serves as its home base and an important platform for international industry exchange.
- The initiative aims to strengthen the global profile of Chinese wines and support the development of China's wine industry.
