Hear from the Best: ASEV Awards & Honorary Research Lecture
- May 14, 2026
- Category: eNews

Some of the most anticipated moments at the Joint 77th ASEV National Conference and 50th ASEV-Eastern Section Annual Meeting are the award presentations and Honorary Research Lecture—where the industry’s most influential voices take the stage.
These are the scientists and educators whose work has defined careers, advanced the field, and continues to shape how wine is grown and made today. It’s a rare opportunity to hear directly from leaders at the top of their discipline.
This year’s highlights include:
• Merit Award Presentation: Dr. David E. Block, “From Chemical Engineering to Agriculture: Lessons From an Unexpected Career Advancing the California Wine Industry”
• The Anita Oberholster Award for Extension Excellence Presentation: Dr. James Osborne, “Developing an Extension Palate: Connecting Enology Research with Industry Practice”
• Honorary Research Lecture: Dr. Sibylle Krieger-Weber, “My Malolactic Journey: History, Innovations and Future Developments”
These sessions go beyond recognition. They offer insight, perspective and hard-earned lessons from some of the best in the business.
Trust us, you won’t want to miss them.
View the full schedule and mark your calendar. Register today!
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