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.