Demonstrating that Bordeaux wines are especially good with food, this year the CIVB (Bordeaux Wines) is the title sponsor of the 2011 Observer Food Monthly Awards.

Now in its 8th year, the OFM Awards are a highlight in the foodie calendar with voting open between April and June for award categories including Best Restaurant, Best Place to Drink and Reader’s Recipe. Judges including Observer food writer and chef Nigel Slater, Observer food critic Jay Rayner and chef/restaurateur Thomasina Miers will decide the winners in July and winners are announced in October.

Because “Good Food Would Choose Bordeaux,” guests at the ceremony (London venue to be announced) will be served red, white and rosé wines from the famous region of Bordeaux.

Douglas Morton of the CIVB comments: “We are very excited about this partnership with Observer Food Monthly. These awards celebrate all aspects of good food, from top restaurants to inspiring reader recipes. The affiliation is another strand to Bordeaux’s food strategy and reflects Bordeaux’s association with food from good basic ingredients to stylish cuisine.”

To be in with a chance of winning a range of prizes including the top prize of a wine trip to Bordeaux, nominate your favourite foodies at www.observer.co.uk/foodawards. The deadline for entries is 24 June 2011.