Nominate
The Academy of Wine Communications accepts nominations from anyone. Below are the categories for nominations:
- Lifetime Achievement – Awarded to an individual who has made a significant contribution the world of wine and the perception thereof over their lifetime. Must have been writing about wine for 10+ years.
- Wine Ambassador of the Year– Awarded to an individual who has been a key influencer and had a great impact on the world of wine in the last year.
- Wine Critic of the Year – Awarded to an individual whose major focus is on reviewing wine.
- Wine Journalist of the Year – Awarded to an individual whose major focus is on reporting on the world of wine as a whole, not individual wines.
- Wine Broadcaster of the Year – Awarded to an individual whose radio or television program has contributed significantly to the world of wine.
- Wine Blogger of the Year – Awarded to an individual whose blog has made a major impact on the world of wine.
- Wine Video Blogger/Podcaster of the Year – Awarded to an individual whose video blog or podcast has made a major impact on the world of wine.
- Wine Microblogger of the Year – Awarded to an individual who has exerted great influence through microblogging.
- Wine Photographer of the Year – Awarded to an individual whose wine-related photography has figured prominently in the wine press.
- Wine Media Outlet of the Year – Awarded to a publication for the quality of their wine coverage.
To nominate a candidate, feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments below or email them to mwangbickler@balzac.com.