Pernod Ricard USA is proud to be honored as the 2011 recipient of the Directors Award for Excellence in Consistence of Quality by the founders and judges of the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. In addition to this honor, eleven of Pernod Ricard’s premium brands were awarded top in class, Double Gold Medals, in their respective categories.
Pernod Ricard’s Irish portfolio including Jameson Rarest Vintage Reserve, Powers 12 Year Old, Redbreast 12 Year Old and Redbreast 15 year Old, once again lead the way claiming four Double Gold Medals at the competition.
“Irish Whiskey remains the fastest growing spirits category in the U.S. and Pernod Ricard USA has the most powerful portfolio of superior quality Irish Whiskey brands, bar non,” said Wayne Hartunian, Vice President of Marketing for Whiskies, Pernod Ricard USA. “Not only is Jameson the clear market leader and primary driver of Irish category growth but it is also the fastest growing premium spirit brand in the U.S.”
Other spirits by Pernod Ricard that received Double Gold Awards were ABSOLUT Ruby Red, Martell XO Cognac, Chivas Regal 25 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky, and single malt Scotch whiskies-Aberlour 16 Year Old, Aberlour 18 Year Old, The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nadurra and The Glenlivet 18 Year Old-took home Double Gold Awards reinforcing Pernod Ricard’s commitment to bringing brands of outstanding quality and integrity to market.
“It is an honor to receive the Directors Award and eleven Double Gold Medal honors from the SF World Spirits Competition judging panel,” said Steve Walkerwicz, VP Trade Marketing, Pernod Ricard USA. “Recognition from this esteemed organization is a testament to the quality and craftsmanship of our entire portfolio.”
