**UABC Announces the 2024 Mexico International Wine Competition**
The Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC), through its School of Enology and Gastronomy, has officially announced that the 2024 edition of the Mexico International Wine Competition (MIWC) will be held on October 29 and 30, 2024. The event will take place at the Department of Informatics and Libraries on the UABC Ensenada campus.
The MIWC is set to bring together top-tier wines from around the globe to be evaluated by a distinguished jury. The competition aims to recognize excellence in winemaking, adhering to international oenological standards, in a setting that promotes transparency, academia, and institutional integrity.
Alejandro Jiménez Hernández, the director of the School of Enology and Gastronomy, emphasized the event’s longstanding history. Initially organized by Baja California’s winemaking sector, the competition has been under UABC’s management for 17 years. It holds the distinction of being the first international wine competition in Mexico backed by an educational institution and meets the standards of the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV). Faculty and students from various university programs actively participate in the event, reflecting its academic roots.
Jiménez Hernández also highlighted the expertise of the judges, who come with extensive national and international experience in the wine industry, ensuring that the evaluation process will be both serious and objective.
UABC has pioneered the use of a computerized wine evaluation system, developed in-house. This system ensures that results are processed and announced quickly, highlighting the university’s commitment to transparency.
Griselda López González, the competition’s technical coordinator, provided details about the registration process, open to all winemaking companies interested in participating. Entries must meet specific technical requirements, including chemical analysis, and wines will be judged in categories like white, red, rosé, sparkling, and sweet wines. The registration deadline is September 27, 2024, with entry fees varying depending on the number of samples submitted by each winery.
Winning labels in each category can earn distinctions such as Grand Gold, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and the prestigious Mexico Medal, awarded to the highest-scoring wine in its category. The total number of medals awarded cannot exceed 30% of the total entries, ensuring a selective recognition process. Additionally, labels previously awarded in past editions—those with the same name, varietal, or vintage—are excluded from competing again.
UABC encourages regional, national, and international winemaking companies to take part in the MIWC. The competition not only recognizes excellence in wine production but also fosters collaboration and exchange within the industry.
For more information on registration and the competition’s guidelines, visit the official Mexico International Wine Competition website: [MIWC Official Website](https://concursodelvino.ens.uabc.mx).
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**Secondary Article: Mexico’s Wine Industry Booms with Multiple Competitions**
As the 2024 Mexico International Wine Competition (MIWC) approaches, the country’s wine industry continues to boom with multiple events and competitions highlighting the region’s growing influence in the global wine market.
**Wine Without Borders 2024**
Another anticipated event is the “Wine Without Borders 2024,” set to take place in Ensenada. This event is designed to celebrate cross-cultural winemaking and aims to promote the exchange of winemaking techniques among diverse cultures. Attendees can expect wine tastings, educational seminars, and networking opportunities with some of the world’s most renowned winemakers.
**Celebrating International Chocolate Day**
Additionally, Baja California will celebrate International Chocolate Day with an event that aims to pair local wines with high-quality chocolates from around the world. This celebration highlights the region’s rich gastronomic culture, blending two of the world’s most beloved indulgences in a single event.
**2024 Paella Contest**
Moreover, food enthusiasts can look forward to the 2024 Paella Contest. This culinary competition will feature regional chefs showcasing their best paella recipes paired with local wines, enhancing the food and wine experience for attendees.
For further details on these events, visit their respective official websites and social media pages.
With such a rich lineup of events, Baja California continues to establish itself as a strong contender in the global wine industry, fostering community and international collaboration through its spirited competitions and celebrations.
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