In a significant announcement, Les Dames d'Escoffier International (LDEI) and the Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) have awarded two prestigious scholarships to deserving wine professionals, empowering them to attend the 33rd edition of the Vinitaly International Academy (VIA) Italian Wine Ambassador certification course.

Scholarships have been awarded to Allison Sheardy and Claudia Chamberlain, marking a significant milestone in their careers and further reinforcing the shared mission of these organizations to foster inclusivity and provide transformative opportunities in the wine industry.