Double Success for Delicata on the World Stage
It has been an exceptional start to the year for Delicata’s portfolio, with our wines earning top honours at two of the world’s most rigorous and prestigious blind-tasting competitions.
Following a successful showing earlier this spring, we are thrilled to announce that Delicata has added to its tally at both the Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 and the International Wine Challenge (IWC) 2026.
Decanter World Wine Awards
As a global stage for definitive wine evaluation by leading international experts, the Decanter World Wine Awards are renowned for setting an incredibly high bar. This year, two of Delicata’s premium whites caught the attention of the London judges, each bringing home a bronze medal.
The judges praised the Grand Vin de Hauteville Oak-aged Chardonnay, 2025, describing it as “Harmonious (…) with a toasty flinty character followed by ripe orchard fruits and apricot.”
Meanwhile, the Medina Vermentino Zibibbo, 2025 also triumphed, noted for being “Herbal on the nose, with a touch of rose and nettles. Peaches and nectarines on the palate.”
Recognition at the International Wine Challenge
These latest accolades beautifully complement our success earlier in spring at the International Wine Challenge 2026. Known for its meticulous standards, the IWC judges every single bottle entirely blind by panels of global experts. Delicata rose to the occasion, securing both a Bronze medal and a Commendation.
The Victoria Heights Chardonnay, 2025 IGT Maltese Islands was honoured with the IWC Bronze medal. Joining it in the spotlight, the elegant ESKWIŻIT Moscato Perlato, Quality Sparkling Wine of Malta, achieved a highly regarded Commendation.
A Growing Legacy
These latest bronzes add to Delicata’s rich history of international accolades. Notably, they follow in the footsteps of our flagship Gran Cavalier Merlot 2018, which remains a benchmark for the winery as the first and only Maltese wine ever to win a prestigious Silver medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards.
To be consistently recognised on such prominent global platforms stands as an exceptional testament to the ongoing dedication, craft and passion of the Delicata family.
Delicata extends its thanks to its viticulture and cellar teams as well as all partners who support its mission of producing world-class Maltese wines.
