Connecting the World of Wine with the Right Audience in New York

James Suckling Great Wines World New York concluded last week with a record turnout of 6,000 attendees over two days at The Glasshouse, reinforcing the city’s position as a critical hub for international wine culture. 

The event once again united the global wine community, bringing together leading producers, key trade professionals and a new generation of wine lovers for a dynamic tasting experience. 

It also delivered a timely message: In a world where the wine industry faces mounting challenges, connecting with the right audience has never been more vital. 

“News reports keep saying the wine business is in decline and that people aren’t drinking wine,” James Suckling told the crowd on Wednesday. “But look around. We’re all here enjoying wine together. We should be optimistic.” 

As producers confront evolving consumption trends and economic uncertainty, James Suckling Great Wines World offered exactly what was needed—direct access to engaged buyers, sommeliers, retailers and hospitality leaders. 

Equally significant was the presence of a younger, affluent audience aged 26 to 35—an emerging force in the market. These are tomorrow’s tastemakers, and the event gave producers valuable one-on-one time with this high-spending, curious demographic. 

With more than 800 wines from 380 producers across 55 regions, the event provided an extraordinary opportunity to build brand visibility and long-term relationships in the U.S. market. Alongside benchmark labels from iconic regions were exciting discoveries from countries such as Armenia, Greece, Romania and Slovenia. Winery owners, head winemakers and enologists were on hand to present their wines personally. 

A highlight of the tasting was a showcase of more than a dozen perfect 100-point wines, rated by James Suckling and his team: 

• Marqués de Murrieta Rioja Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2012
• Bertani Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2015
• Kistler Chardonnay Russian River Valley Laguna Ridge Vineyard 2020
• Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano 2019
• Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Montosoli 2019
• Clos Apalta Valle de Apalta 2021
• Clos du Lican Apalta 2021
• Seña Valle de Aconcagua 2021
• Vik Valle de Cachapoal VIK 2021
• Catena Zapata Chardonnay Adrianna Vineyard White Bones 2022
• Petrolo Valdarno di Sopra Galatrona 2022
• FUTO Napa Valley Oakville 2019
• RAEN Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Fort Ross-Seaview Charles Ranch 2023

Next Stop: Great Wines Italy New York on September 3 and 4! You can also catch James Suckling and the team continuing our mission to connect top producers with key audiences around the world at one of our upcoming events in Bangkok (Oct 29), Hong Kong (Oct 31), Seoul (Nov 3) and Tokyo (Nov 5).

We’ll also return to the U.S. in 2026 with events in Miami, New York and San Francisco. 

See you there!

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