Ten emerging wine professionals awarded bursaries for IMW Symposium

A new wave of Aussie wine professionals is preparing to step into one of the world’s most influential wine events – the 2027 Institute of Masters of Wine International Symposium (IMW Symposium) in Adelaide. From Margaret River to Orange, ten emerging winemakers, viticulturists, sommeliers, researchers and communicators have been selected out of more than 120 applicants to receive Wine Australia bursaries to attend the event. Over four days in April 2027, the recipients will partake in tastings, discussions and shared experiences alongside international industry leaders and Masters of Wine, “exploring everything from how wine connects with new generations to how regions respond to climate change and sustainability challenges”.