The event’s spectacular trophy is the result of Corticeira Amorim’s committment to excellence, combined with the innovation and creativity of French artist Jonathan Bréchignanc, and the mastery of British goldsmith Grand Macdonald. Under the curatorship and vision of Shantell Martin,the creative director of the international awards and the 2021 design mentor, the cork trophy has achieved an unrivalled level of dynamism, ranging from Gucci’s elegant casing to the meticulous work of British goldsmiths. Cork has been elevated to a level of indisputable nobility, thanks to the talent of Bréchignac, in a perfect fusion of frescoes that evoke primordial signs and prehistoric art.
The trophy’s engraving represents a fresco whose story is about sharing with simple forms and symbolism, depicting the prism of wine throughout history, shaded with colours alluding to the French flag, where the 2023 event was held and is the artist’s homeland. The Golden Vines® Awards is a non-profit awards ceremony organised by Liquid Icons - the research and content production company for the wine sector founded by Gerard Basset and Lewis Chester. The 2023 edition was held at the Paris Opera Garnier in October 2023. The event is the most important meeting of the year for world leaders, collectors and experts in the wine industry. It was attended by around a thousand wine professionals from more than 130 countries, who chose the 2023 winners of the Golden Vines® Awards. The issue of sustainability is a key priority for the sector, and in 2022 the Sustainability award was created, sponsored by Gucci.
