In June, we had a few wonderful days on the Portuguese Atlantic coast. But we weren’t there to swim and sunbathe, or even to taste wine. We were in Cascais because the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards having its awards ceremony for the best books in food and drink in 2024. And we won first prize for The Wine for the Future – Framtidens vin — in the “sustainability” category and third prize in the “world’s best wine book” category. The fact that Iberia then lost our luggage on the way home didn’t matter much. We were happy for our great prizes!
Read more in Per’s article on BKWine Magazine: Our book “The Wine for the Future” won the award as the world’s best book on sustainability in Gourmand International.
Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2024 motivation for the award:
The Wine for the Future is a timely and insightful exploration into the evolving world of viticulture. Your comprehensive work brilliantly highlights the urgent need for sustainability in winemaking, blending tradition with innovation to address climate challenges, organic practices and eco-conscious production. This book educates and inspires, guiding producers and enthusiasts alike toward a more responsible and flavorful future for wine. Cheers to your important contribution to the wine world and the planet!
