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ERIC ZWIEBEL AWARDS
2007 Second Tied for ASI Sommelier of the World
2013 4th Finalist- Best ASI Sommelier of the World
2016 1/4 Finalist- Best ASI Sommelier of the World
2019 1/4 Finalist- Best ASI Sommelier of the World
Champagne Ruinart UK Sommelier of the year 1999-2004
1999 3rd Finalist – Champagne Ruinart UK Sommelier of the year
2000 2nd Finalist – Champagne Ruinart UK Sommelier of the year
2001 2nd Finalist – Champagne Ruinart UK Sommelier of the year
2002 2nd Finalist – Champagne Ruinart UK Sommelier of the year
2003 2nd Finalist – Champagne Ruinart UK Sommelier of the year
2004 Winner – Champagne Ruinart UK Sommelier of the yearBest ASI Sommelier in Europe 2008-2017
2006 3rd Finalist – Best ASI Sommelier in Europe
2008 3rd Finalist – Best ASI Sommelier in Europe
2013 5th Finalist – Best ASI Sommelier in Europe
2017 5th Finalist – Best ASI Sommelier in Europe2018 Gold Medal ASI Diploma Major of the Promotion - ASI
2021 Cateys. Wine and spirit Ambassador Award
2023 Honoured Legend Sommelier Ward at Top 100
2024 Gerard Basset Award
2024 Eric Zwiebel MS awarded this year’s Gerard Basset Trophy
Last week saw Eric Zwiebel MS (UKSA’s Talent and Development Director) become the unanimous winner of this year’s Gerard Basset Award.
Nina and Romané Basset presented Eric with the award which celebrates someone who has been instrumental in promoting sommellerie within the UK and is a great ambassador for all things vinous.
Eric, was the worthy winner having devoted his career to sommellerie.
Nina remarked
“A much loved protégé of my late husband, Gerard Basset, he is respected, loved and admired by his peers. He is passionate about educating others.”
“After having pursued a rewarding and successful International competition career, he recently retired from competing himself and representing the UK and is now concentrating on his role as Training Director of the UKSA. Recently, he has been instrumental in setting up the Northern chapter of the United Kingdom Sommelier Academy, with great success and has helped to swell the number of members of the “parent” UKSA association
“I have known this year’s winner since he was a very young early twenty something, which makes me
feel very old! Romané and I are personally delighted to see this year’s winner receive this trophy and we know for sure that Gerard too would be so proud of him and his achievements and the fantastic ambassador he is for sommellerie…”
Bravo Eric!
2023 ERIC ZWIEBEL HONOURED WITH LEGEND AWARD AT TOP 100
Eric Zwiebel, the highly acclaimed sommelier has been bestowed with the first ever Legend Award at the esteemed Top 100 Sommelier Awards. The event, held annually to recognize excellence in the world of wine service, celebrated Zwiebel's outstanding contributions to the industry and his unparalleled expertise.
As a Master Sommelier and one of the most respected figures in the wine community, Eric Zwiebel has dedicated his career to elevating the craft of sommelier service. His passion, extensive knowledge, and unwavering commitment to the art of wine have earned him global recognition and admiration.
The Legend Award, announced by the Top 100 Sommelier Awards at their awards event in London, is a testament to Zwiebel's remarkable accomplishments in the world of wine. The accolade acknowledges his exceptional skills in wine selection, impeccable service, and his ability to create unforgettable experiences for guests. Zwiebel's profound impact on the wine industry extends beyond his work as a sommelier. He has served as a mentor and inspiration to numerous aspiring sommeliers, sharing his expertise and nurturing the next generation of wine professionals, just as his close friend Gerard Basset, the renowned sommelier who sadly passed away in 2019, mentored and guided him in his career.
Upon receiving the Legend Award, Zwiebel said "I am deeply humbled and honoured to be recognized by my peers in the industry. I was fortunate to This award is a reflection of the dedication I have for the world of wine, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities I have had to share that passion with others."
The Top 100 Sommelier Awards is an annual event that brings together the world's most exceptional sommeliers, showcasing their talent, expertise, and contributions to the wine industry. The Legend Award is the pinnacle of recognition, reserved for individuals who have made a profound impact on the world of wine and who continue to inspire and influence others.
2021 Catey’s Wine and Spirit Ambassador Award. This award honours an individual who has made a major contribution to the knowledge, understanding and promotion of wine, Champagne and spirits in the UK hospitality industry. The recipient will display a proven track record for profiting from the
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