2015 Best of Varietal Awards Competition Rules and Regulations
Welcome to the 2015 Best of Varietal Awards sponsored by Grant Thornton, Farm Credit Canada, TricorBraun and Container World. This competition recognizes the top British Columbia varietal wines in 32 different categories. Experienced wine judges are presented the entered wines and begin judging each category in an unique judging process. There will be an overall winner in each category with the number of finalists being determined by the number of entries in that category. (5% of the number of entries will be recognized as finalists.)
The judges for the 2015 Best of Varietal Awards will be announced once we have finalized their attendance.
Register your wines here.
2015 Best of Varietal Awards Wine Categories:
Note: There must be 5 entries for a category to be recognized. If there are fewer than 5 entries, wineries will be notified and given the option of withdrawing the entry or entering in a related category.
1. Chardonnay
2. Unoaked Chardonnay
3. Gewürztraminer
4. Pinot Gris
5. Riesling
6. Pinot Blanc
7. Viognier
9. White Blend
10. Other single white varieties
11. Sauvignon Blanc
12. Rose/Blush
13. Fruit wines
14. Late Harvest/Dessert
15. Fortified/Port Style
16. Icewine
17. Sparkling
18. Pinot Noir
19. Gamay
20. Merlot
21. Cabernet Franc
22. Cabernet Sauvignon
23. Malbec
24. Shiraz
25. Hybrid Single Varieties
26. Other Single red varieties
27. Red Meritage Blends Cabernet dominated
28. Red Meritage Blends Merlot dominated
29. Syrah based blends ( must contain a minimum of 20 % syrah )
30. Hybrid Blends
31. Red Blends Other
32. Honey Wine
Eligibility Requirements for Entry
Fees and Entry Deadlines
Location and Deadlines for Wine Delivery
The Okanagan Wine Festivals Best of Varietal Awards
Ramada Inn and Suites
1050 Eckhardt Ave W Penticton BC
Please time your shipment for deliver on April 20th or April 21st.
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British Columbia's oldest and most prestigious wine judging competition that recognizes excellence in winemaking for all British Columbia wineries.
The Okanagan Wine Festival Society is made up of a number of Okanagan wineries and tourism related businesses. Every member is recognized as an outstanding service or product supplier in their related industry.
We’re proud to produce 3 seasonal festivals with over 100 events annually and an annual wine competition in the Okanagan Valley – one of the world’s most renowned wine regions.