International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has been honoured at the 2024 NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards for its distinguished curation of premium local wines. This accolade also recognises the expertise of ICC Sydney’s Food and Beverage Manager, Sommelier, William Wilson.
Presented at New South Wales (NSW) Parliament House, and judged by Dane Richards, editor of News for the Food Lover and President NSW Bailliage of Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, and writer and editor Dom Sweeny, the accolade reflects ICC Sydney’s continued dedication, support, and knowledge of the NSW local wine industry, by serving 100% local NSW Wines across the venue.
Having facilitated the distribution of over 400,000 bottles of local wine at events since opening in December 2016 and directing over A$65 million towards NSW food and wine producers, the venue was honoured with the award in the 2024 Best NSW Wine List by a Caterer or in a Functions Venue category.
William Wilson has been instrumental in establishing the venue’s 100% NSW wine list, alongside ICC Sydney CEO and Group Director – Convention Centres, ASM Global (APAC) Geoff Donaghy and ICC Sydney Director of Culinary Services, Lynell Peck.
Wilson’s industry connections and knowledge of local wines have played a key role in the venue’s contribution to regional suppliers, which in 2023/24 resulted in A$13 million in direct expenditure for NSW food and beverage suppliers.