
Olivia Mason
Olivia Mason is Head of Marketing, Decanter Events at Decanter, where she leads the marketing strategy for the brand’s global events and awards portfolio. She oversees campaigns and partnerships for the Decanter World Wine Awards and Decanter Fine Wine Encounters, as well as Decanter’s presence at leading international wine fairs and industry events.
Olivia holds the WSET Diploma, is a Certified Sommelier and has a BA (Hons) in Communication Studies. She is also an Italian Wine Scholar (Highest Honors) and French Wine Scholar with the Wine Scholar Guild.
Before joining Decanter in 2019, Olivia gained international winemaking experience through vintages in California, Oregon, Australia and New Zealand, and wrote for the global wine database Wine-Searcher. She also worked in the spirits sector with specialist retailer The Whisky Exchange.
Olivia has a particular interest in fortified and Italian wines. Her current favourite varieties and styles include Nerello Mascalese, Brunello di Montalcino, Sherry, and Vernaccia di Oristano.
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DWWA: Press CoverageA selection of Decanter World Wine Awards media coverage from international outlets...
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World Lambrusco Day: Six award-winning styles to tryDiscover the charming semi-sparkling reds of Italy's Emilia-Romagna...
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Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 Best in Show: Top 50 winesOnly 50 wines out of nearly 17,000 entries earned Decanter World Wine Awards’ highest honour. Discover the exceptional bottles to seek out now.
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Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 results revealed: Global wine quality reaches new heightsWine lovers have never had it so good. Discover this year's winners...
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Star Wine List of the Year reveals its 2026 New York winnersThe Master Sommelier shaping Napa’s future...
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DWWA 2026: Platinum and Best in Show judging enters final stageThe final blind tastings that will determine the competition’s top results...
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DWWA 2026: Judging week begins as global wine community convenes in LondonBringing together global expertise, new leadership and fresh approaches...
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An afternoon at The Pig South Downs with award-winning winesAt The Pig South Downs, Decanter brought together top-scoring wines from Decanter World Wine Awards 2025, with a focus on one of England’s most influential winemakers – offering a snapshot of the country’s rising confidence, and a glimpse of what’s to come.
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Last chance to enter Decanter World Wine Awards 2026: Recognition that delivers resultsCelebrated for its authority, global reach and measurable impact, DWWA offers producers expert feedback, visibility and recognition that delivers results...
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Global Drink Wine Day: 15 wines to discoverA selection of 97-point wines from across the globe to seek out...
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Champagne Day: 96+ point wines to try12 top-scoring Champagnes to seek out from DWWA...
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International Grenache Day: Awarded wines to tryA selection of award-winning Grenache dominant and varietal wines from DWWA...
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Pinot Noir: 20 top-scoring wines to tryRaise a glass to International Pinot Noir Day with these award-winning wines...
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Award-winning bubbles to celebrate National Prosecco DayCheers to Italy’s most popular sparkling wine with top-scoring Proseccos from DWWA...
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Albariño Day: 15 award-winning wines to tryDiscover the allure of Albariño with award-winning wines from DWWA...
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Media Centre – DWWABy Olivia Mason Last updated
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DWWA entries closing today: Where excellence meets opportunityDiscover what winning a DWWA medal can do for your business...
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Rhône inspiration: South Australia’s take on bold redsDiscover a selection of DWWA 2024 award-winning Rhône-style reds from South Australia...
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Furmint February: The versatile grape winning global acclaimThe signature grape variety of Hungary's renowned sweet Tokaji, discover Furmint's versatility with top-scoring styles from Decanter World Wine Awards.
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DWWA Winners’ Bar: A spectacular scene at the DFWE NYCDecanter World Wine Awards highlights from the one day event...
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DWWA winners impress at Decanter’s inaugural Fine Wine Encounter in SingaporeDecanter's debut in Singapore included a standout DWWA showcase with 45 top wines from 12 countries presented...
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Best of Oz: Top scoring Australian whitesAustralia's Top white wines from DWWA...
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Sipping paradise in the Maldives: Best resorts for wine loversThe Maldives is a dream destination for turquoise waters, powdery beaches and luxurious overwater villas. But for wine lovers, it’s also an unexpected haven for exceptional wine experiences. From curated cellars to bespoke tastings under the stars, these five resorts offer more than just island bliss – they deliver a world-class wine journey in paradise.
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Going Lower: Award-winning wines 12% abv and underDiscover a selection of top-scoring DWWA wines at 12% alcohol and below...
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