The 58th American Wine Society (AWS) National Conference was held from November 6-8, 2025, at the Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles in Chantilly, VA. Attendance was at around 600 wine lovers from all over the USA.
Annette Schiller, President of ombiasy WineTours and member of the American Wine Society, led 3 wine tastings at the 2025 National Conference of the American Wine Society: (1) The Terroir Expressive Riesling Grape: A Deep Dive, (2) Georgia: The Cradle of Wine and (3) Pinot Noir: A Comparison of the Top Three Pinot Noir Regions in the World.
Annette and I poured 8 German wines, red, white and sparkling, all from a wine region in Rheinland Pfalz. These were exactly the same wines that had been poured a few weeks ago at the German Embassy in Washington DC at the occasion of the German National Day.
We also brought the panels and the information material from the Embassy event to the National Conference of the American Wine Society.
A big thank you to the Government of Rheinland Pfalz and the City Council of the village of Kallstadt for donating these wines.
The American Wine Society
The American Wine Society was founded in 1967 as a non-profit,
educational, consumer-oriented organization for those interested in
learning more about all aspects of wine. On October 7, 1967, around 200
grape growers, home winemakers, and wine lovers gathered at Dr.
Konstantin Frank’s vineyard on Keuka Lake near Hammondsport, NY for the
AWS’ initial meeting.
In December of the same year, the thirteen charter members, led by
Founder Dr. Konstantin Frank, met to determine the organization
structure of AWS and elect officers. Now in its 49th year, the American
Wine Society is the largest consumer based wine education
organization in North America. Membership is open to anyone
interested in wine and over 21 years of age.
The 58th American Wine Society National Conference in Chantilly, Virginia
Each November the Society hosts a three-day national conference with
two full days of nearly 50 educational seminars to choose from.
Winery owners, wine educators, and renowned wine makers are selected
to present sessions during this national event. In addition, a
program educating members to become AWS certified wine judges is
conducted on the day preceding the seminars.
The 58th American Wine Society (AWS) National Conference was held from November 6-8, 2025, at the Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles in Chantilly, VA. Attendance was at around 600 wine lovers from all over the USA.
Thursday and Friday were the days of wine judging. There were full-day courses for
those who want to become a certified AWS Wine Judge. This is a 3-year
program. Also, the Amateur and Commercial Wine Competitions took place
on Thursday and earlier in the week.
Saturday and Sunday was filled with about 50 wine seminars, led by
winery owners, wine educators, and renowned winemakers. The breakfasts,
lunches, dinners and after-dinner gatherings provided ample
opportunities to network with other AWS members.
Postings on schiller-wine (Released and Forthcoming)
This is the second in a series of postings related to the American Wine
Society National Conference 2025 in Chantilly, Virginia:
The 2025 American Wine Society National Conference in Chantilly/ Virginia/ USA, with Annette and Christian Schiller: Seen Through Christian Schiller's Camera Lens
German Wines from Rheinland Pfalz - Mosel, Rheinhessen, Nahe, Pfalz - at the American Wine Society: Tasting Premium German Wines at the Showcase of Wines of the 2025 American Wine Society National Conference in Chantilly, Virginia, with Annette and Christian Schiller
The Terroir Expressive Riesling Grape: A Deep Dive - Seminar at the American Wine Society National Conference 2025 in Chantilly, Virginia, led by Annette Schiller, ombiasy WineTours
Georgia: The Cradle of Wine - Seminar at the American Wine Society National Conference 2025 in Chantilly, Virginia, led by Annette Schiller, ombiasy WineTours and Patrick Honnef, CEO and Winemaker, Château Mukhrani, GeorgiaLate-night Tasting of older French and Californian Wines, with about 20 Wine Friends, including 3 Winemakers - Joel Peterson, the Godfather of Zinfandel, Chris Pearmund, Pearmund Cellars, Virginia and Patrick Honnef, Château Mukhrani, Georgia - at the American Wine Society National Conference 2025 in Chantilly, Virginia
The Joy of Wine - Celebrating Wine with Wine Friends: The Grand Banquet at the Patrick Honnef
Winemaker Michael Shaps, Virginia/ USA and Bourgogne/ France, Winner of the American Wine Society Merit Award 2025
Winemaker Patrick Honnef, Château Mukhrani, Georgia (and previously Château d'Aiguilhe Bordeaux), Shows his Wines at the American Wine Society National Conference 2025 in Chantilly
Post-Conference Dinner with Patrick Honnef, CEO and Winemaker, Château Mukhrani, Georgia at our Home in McLean Virginia - American Wine Society National Conference 2025 in Chantilly, Virginia
German Wines from Rheinland Pfalz - Mosel, Rheinhessen, Nahe, Pfalz: Showcase of Wines of the 2025 American Wine Society National Conference in Chantilly, Virginia
Annette and I poured 8 German wines, red, white and sparkling, all from a wine region in Rheinland Pfalz. These were exactly the same wines that had been poured a few weeks ago at the German Embassy in Washington DC at the occasion of the German National Day.
We also brought the panels and the information material from the Embassy event to the National Conference of the American Wine Society.
A big thank you to the Government of Rheinland Pfalz and the City Council of the village of Kallstadt for donating these wines.
National Day Celebration at the German Embassy in Washington DC
This year, the German Embassy in Washington DC celebrated the German National Day in cooperation with the State of Rheinland-Pfalz. There were 8 different wines shown at the German Emabssy, 6 wines shipped over from Germany by the Government of Rheinland Pfalz, from 4 different wine regions: Mosel, Rheinhessen, Nahe, Pfalz and 2 wines shipped over from Germany by the City Council of the village of Kallstadt, where the Heinz and the Trump families come from.
Pouring
Discovery of the Off-the-Beaten-Path Wine Regions of France - Seminar at the American Wine
Society National Conference 2024 in Winston-Salem,
North Carolina, led by Annette Schiller, ombiasy WineTours
Germany’s Perfect Home for Pinot Grapes - Seminar at the American Wine Society National Conference 2024 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, led by Annette Schiller, ombiasy WineTours
Kékfrankos - Blaufränkisch - Lemberger: A Grape’s Immigration Story From Central Europe To The US West Coast - Seminar at the 2023 American Wine Society National Conference in St. Louis/ Missouri/ USA led by Annette Schiller
Dive Deep Into Burgundy With Louis Jadot - Seminar at the 2023 American Wine Society National Conference in St. Louis/ Missouri/ USA led by Thibaut Marquis, North America Export Manager, Louis Jadot, with Annette Schiller
A Journey Through The Loire Valley - Seminar at the 2023 American Wine Society National Conference in St. Louis/ Missouri/ USA led by Annette SchillerAnnette Schiller's Presentations at the American Wine Society National Conference 2022 in Bellevue/ Seattle, Washington State
The American Wine Society National Conference 2022 in Bellevue/ Seattle, Washington State - Seen through Christian Schiller`s Camera Lens
The End of the "Grosslage" in Germany - Seminar about the new German Wine Law of 2022 at the 2022 American Wine Society National Conference in Bellevue/ Seattle, Washington State, led by Annette Schiller
Towards the Freedom to Make the Right Wine - Seminar at the 2022 American Wine Society National Conference in Bellevue/ Seattle, Washington State, led by Annette SchillerAnnette Schiller's Presentations at the American Wine Society National Conference 2021 in Atlantic City, New Jersey
Annette Schiller`s 3 Presentations at the American Wine Society National Conference 2021 in Atlantic City, New Jersey: Sparkling Wines, Austria, Bordeaux
All Sorts of Sparklers: How do the Bubbles get into that Bottle? - Presentation by Annette Schiller, ombiasy WineTours, at the 2021 American Wine Society National Conference in Atlantic City
The Wines of Austria - Presentation by Annette Schiller, ombiasy WineTours, at the 2021 American Wine Society National Conference in Atlantic City
Good Value Bordeaux Wines: Discover the Petits Châteaux - Presentation by Annette Schiller, ombiasy WineTours, at the 2021 American Wine Society National Conference in Atlantic City
Annette Schiller's Presentations at the 2018 American Wine Society Annual Meetings in in Buffalo, New York State
The 2018 American Wine Society National Conference in Buffalo, New York State, USA: Seen Through Christian Schiller's Camera Lens
VDP at AWS: Tasting Premium German Wines at
the Showcase of Wines of the 2018 American Wine Society National
Conference in Buffalo, New York State, with Annette and Christian
Schiller
"Abbey Wines”: The Importance of the Monasteries for the Development of Viticulture - Seminar at the 2018 American Wine Society National Conference in Buffalo, New York State,USA, led by Annette Schiller
Burgundy Pinot Noir and German Pinot Noir: Differences and Similarities - Seminar at the 2018 American Wine Society National Conference in Buffalo, New York State, USA, led by Annette Schiller
A Journey through the Rhône Valley
- Seminar at the 2018 American Wine Society National Conference
in Buffalo, New York State,USA, led by Annette Schiller
Annette Schiller's Presentations at the 2017 American Wine Society Annual Meetings in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania
The 2017 American Wine Society National Conference in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, USA: Seen Through Christian Schiller's Camera Lens
Showcase of Wines at the 2017 National Conference of the American Wine Society: Annette and Christian Schiller Present German/ VDP/ Loosen Bros. USA Wines
A Journey through the Vineyards of Alsace -
A Tasting Seminar at the National Conference 2017 of the
American Wine Society, led by Annette Schiller (ombiasyPR &
WineTours)
Burgundy: What makes it so Special?
- A Tasting Seminar at the 2017 American Wine Society National
Conference in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, led by Annette
Schiller (ombiasyPR & WineTours)
German Wines in the 21st Century -
A Tasting Seminar at the 2017 American Wine Society National
Conference in in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, led by
Annette Schiller (ombiasyPR & WineTours)
Annette Schiller's Presentations at the 2016 American Wine Society Annual Meetings in California
The 2016 American Wine Society National Conference in California, USA: Seen Through Christian Schiller's Camera Lens
The New Germany: Red, Sparkling and Dry - Tasting at the American Wine Society 2016 National Conference in Los Angeles, USA, led by Annette Schiller
The New Classification of German Wines: The VDP Classification - Annette Schiller Conducting a Seminar at the 2016 National Convention of the American Wine Society in Los Angeles, USA
The Insider’s View of Charles Krug Winery - Peter Mondavi Jr., Co-Proprietor, Charles Krug Winery
Château Climens, Premier Cru Barsac and Savory Dishes…who knew? - Bérénice Lurton, Owner of Château Climens and Tony Lawrence, Global Food & Wine Pairing Specialist
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