2022 Edition: Back at the Cité Internationale

For its 13th edition, the Concours International de Lyon was at long last able to return to the Cité International for a competition presided over by chef Florence Périer. The 1200 tasters from across the globe who participated in this important event were clearly delighted to be back!

After two years of tastings held on competition premises, tasters and the organising team were able to return to one of Lyon’s most prestigious sites.
Under the authority of the Commissioner General and the supervision of an independent inspector, nearly 9600 samples were judged by our professional tasters and enlightened amateurs. All samples were tasted in conformity with strict hygiene measures, competition regulations and our ISO9001 certification. At the end of the tasting, 71 trophies and 3108 Gold and Silver medals were awarded to producers in all categories.

The Competition

The competition’s international scope was confirmed by the participation of 51 countries including France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Germany, Slovakia, Australia, Greece, the United States, the Czech Republic, Finland and Japan...

With a 34.44% increase in the number of products registered, the beers competition has become an important showcase for the world’s best beers. The American IPA category was very popular, with nearly 187 samples received. In all, 687 Gold and Silver medals were awarded, and 19 beers received a trophy.

The number of spirits registered also increased by a staggering 46.43% in comparison with the previous year. Gin, with 166 samples, was also an important category. As for spirits, 192 spirits were given Gold and Silver medals, and 18 trophies were awarded.

The wine competition confirmed its success with nearly 6800 samples tasted. In all, our tasters awarded 2229 Gold and Silver medals. The best wine from each country and for each French designation were also awarded: 34 trophies. The best wine in the competition, all countries combined, was the Duchesse de Magenta - Puligny-Montrachet 2019 from Château de Sully, a white wine produced in France.
For more information: Duchesse de Magenta - Puligny-Montrachet 2019 - Château de Sully

Reminder on figures
In all, 6800wines, 2200beers and 600 spirits were tasted. 3108 Gold and Silver medals and 71 trophies were awarded. 51 countries were represented.