Wine Awards
Indiana wineries win medals in national and international wine competitions throughout the year.
Wines entered at wine competitions are judged independently by qualified wine judges. Competition results offer an unbiased view of a winery's wine. Wines are judged based on the true character of the wine grape ~ For example: Does this Chardonel look, smell and taste like a Chardonel wine should?
Wines can be awarded a gold medal, silver, bronze or no medal. Special awards are given to exceptional wines. When unsure of which wine to choose at the winery or store, award lists are helpful in selecting wines that are well-made.
Recent Winners
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Chateau Pomije Nectar Kiss |
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Huber Orchard, Winery & Vineyards Starlight Red |
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Mallow Run Winery Picnic White |
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Ertel Cellars Winery Catawba |
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Chateau Thomas Winery 2006 Late Harvest Reisling |
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Indy International Wine Competition
- Summary Stastistics
- Commerical Trophies
- Commercial Best of Class
- Commercial Wine Awards by Brand
- Wine Awards by Class
- Indiana Wine Awards
- Amateur Trophies
- Amateur Wine Awards
- Bottle Labels
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2009 Indy International Wine Competition
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Wines from around the world poured into the Indiana State Fairgrounds Blue Ribbon Pavilion for the 18th annual Indy International Wine Competition, June 16-18, 2009.
As one of the largest wine competition in the US, the Indy International brought in over 3,000 wines from 10 countries.
Seventy-two judges traveled to Indianapolis from across North America to review approximately 120 wines a day based on appearance, aroma, taste and aftertaste. Judges receive the wines in numbered glasses, lessening the chance of recognizing a wine by its bottle and label art.
Wines can be awarded a gold, silver, bronze or no medal. The very best wines are awarded double gold, earning the right to compete for the best of show.
The Indy International Wine Competition is sponsored by the Indiana State Fair and coordinated by the Indiana Wine Grape Council at Purdue University.
