Qingtian hosts Qwine Top 100 wine competition

The Qwine Top 100 Global Wine Competition. [Photo/Tide News]

The Qwine Top 100 Global Wine Competition kicked off in Qingtian county, Lishui, on Nov 2, with judges evaluating more than 100 wines from around the world in a two-day blind tasting.

The 100 highest-scoring wines will be announced during the 8th Overseas Chinese Imported Commodities Expo, scheduled to be held from Nov 13 to 15 at the Qingtian Imported Commodity City.

Judges evaluated the wine based on color, aroma, and taste. All labels were covered to ensure fairness.

Samples came from nearly 30 wine-producing countries, including France, Italy, and Spain, as well as China, Chile, and Australia. Most were red and white wines, with smaller samplings of sparkling, rose, sweet, and fortified wines. Chinese wineries also entered the competition, showcasing wines that reflect the distinctive characteristics of China's wine-growing regions.

According to the organizer, the event targets buyers, importers, and corporate clients and aims to compile a list of quality wines suited for the domestic market. Relying on Qingtian's overseas Chinese resources, the competition aims to help Chinese wineries reach international markets while connecting foreign wine producers with buyers in China.

The expo will include a special exhibition area, award ceremony, Top 100 master class, and interactive tasting area.