USA Wine Ratings

by BEVERAGE TRADE NETWORK

Submission
Deadline

June 30, 2026

Judging
Date

July 27, 2026

Winners
Announced

August 12, 2026

Winning Years

2026

Our Products

2026

Alki Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage 2022
96 Points

Alki

Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage 2022
96 Points

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Milbrandt

Merlot
Vintage 2022
90 Points

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Caliche Estate Albariño

Albariño / Alvarinho / Cainho branco
Vintage 2025
89 Points

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French For Water Riesling

Riesling / Johannisberg Riesling / Rheinriesling / Klingelberger
Vintage 2024
88 Points

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French For Water

Shiraz / Syrah
Vintage 2024
88 Points

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Ryan Patrick Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon blanc / Sauvignon gris
Vintage 2025
87 Points

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Alki Chardonnay

Chardonnay
Vintage 2023
86 Points

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Ryan Pratick

Pinot gris / Pinot grigio
Vintage 2025
86 Points

Alki Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Double Gold Medal

96 Points

Tasting Notes:

This wine offers ripe black and red fruits with soft tannins, fresh acidity, and a polished, persistent finish.

Producer Name: Evergreen Family Wines
Country: United States
Vintage: 2022

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Susan Lin MW

Master of Wine

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Hady Kahale

Vice President, Business-to-Business (Naked Wines).

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Timothy Tidgewell

Wine & Spirits Manager at Total Wine & More

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Kristen Zuver

Senior Purchasing Manager at Last Bottle, Inc.

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Alki

Cabernet Sauvignon

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Double Gold Medal

96 Points

Tasting Notes:

This fresh, approachable red offers soft round cherry and dark fruit notes, balanced acidity, refined tannins, and a clean, versatile finish.

Producer Name: Evergreen Family Wines
Country: United States
Vintage: 2022

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Susan Lin MW

Master of Wine

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Timothy Tidgewell

Wine & Spirits Manager at Total Wine & More

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Kristen Zuver

Senior Purchasing Manager at Last Bottle, Inc.

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Hady Kahale

Vice President, Business-to-Business (Naked Wines).

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Milbrandt

Merlot

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

90 Points

Tasting Notes:

This well-made blend offers ripe dark fruit, layered spice, structured tannins, and a persistent finish with balanced complexity.

Producer Name: Evergreen Family Wines
Country: United States
Vintage: 2022

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Bob Paulinski, MW

Master of Wine and Founder/Managing Partner of MOXIE Wine Group

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Rachelle Carandang

Sr Manager - Product Development and Sourcing, Beverages at Sam's Club

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Bert Svensson

Wine, Beer, Spirits - Liquor Department Manager and and Buyer at AVP, Pavilions Rancho Santa Margarita

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Caliche Estate Albariño

Albariño / Alvarinho / Cainho branco

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

89 Points

Tasting Notes:

This lively Albariño offers bright citrus and orchard fruit aromas, crisp acidity, subtle minerality, and a clean, dry finish.

Producer Name: Evergreen Family Wines
Country: United States
Vintage: 2025

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Justin Koury

CEO/ Founder at BevFluence

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Tim Marson MW

Master of Wine and Category Director at Wine.com

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Roxanne (Cowell) Langer

Co-Founder, LadySomm Carmel Wine School & Wine Salon

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Steve Beckner, CSW

Wine & Spirits Buyer at Grocery Outlet

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

French For Water Riesling

Riesling / Johannisberg Riesling / Rheinriesling / Klingelberger

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

Pale yellow with lively citrus and green apple flavors, a clean, straightforward profile, and a crisp, refreshing finish.

Producer Name: Evergreen Family Wines
Country: United States
Vintage: 2024

Category: Sparkling Wines

TASTED BY:

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Bert Svensson

Wine, Beer, Spirits - Liquor Department Manager and and Buyer at AVP, Pavilions Rancho Santa Margarita

Photo for: Bob Paulinski, MW

Bob Paulinski, MW

Master of Wine and Founder/Managing Partner of MOXIE Wine Group

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Rachelle Carandang

Sr Manager - Product Development and Sourcing, Beverages at Sam's Club

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

French For Water

Shiraz / Syrah

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

A lively pink sparkling exhibits fresh red fruit and citrus aromas, balanced by crisp acidity and a clean, persistent finish.

Producer Name: Evergreen Family Wines
Country: United States
Vintage: 2024

Category: Sparkling Wines

TASTED BY:

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Bob Paulinski, MW

Master of Wine and Founder/Managing Partner of MOXIE Wine Group

Photo for: Bert Svensson

Bert Svensson

Wine, Beer, Spirits - Liquor Department Manager and and Buyer at AVP, Pavilions Rancho Santa Margarita

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Rachelle Carandang

Sr Manager - Product Development and Sourcing, Beverages at Sam's Club

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Ryan Patrick Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon blanc / Sauvignon gris

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

87 Points

Tasting Notes:

Mineral-driven with wet stone and chalk notes, bright citrus flavors, a soft textured palate, and a smooth, lingering finish.

Producer Name: Evergreen Family Wines
Country: United States
Vintage: 2025

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Joy Lee

Assistant Buyer Beer, Wine & Spirits at Grocery outlet

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James Kung

Wine & Spirits Specialist at DFS Group Limited

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Jeff Slankard

Wine Director at Barons Marketplace

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Alki Chardonnay

Chardonnay

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

86 Points

Tasting Notes:

The wine displays a bold yellow hue with a musty, dried hay aroma, leading to a round, tropical fruit palate with a soft finish.

Producer Name: Evergreen Family Wines
Country: United States
Vintage: 2023

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Michael Garcia

District Manager at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

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Jusden Aumand

Head of Buying at Tri-Vin Imports, Inc

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Shawn Richcreek

Regional Sales and Service Business Partner, West Coast at Total Wine & More

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Ryan Pratick

Pinot gris / Pinot grigio

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

86 Points

Tasting Notes:

A light, fresh white with nuanced lime and stone aromas, brisk acidity, subtle fruit, and a clean, quick finish.

Producer Name: Evergreen Family Wines
Country: United States
Vintage: 2025

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Justin Koury

CEO/ Founder at BevFluence

Photo for: Roxanne (Cowell) Langer

Roxanne (Cowell) Langer

Co-Founder, LadySomm Carmel Wine School & Wine Salon

Photo for: Tim Marson MW

Tim Marson MW

Master of Wine and Category Director at Wine.com

Photo for: Steve Beckner, CSW

Steve Beckner, CSW

Wine & Spirits Buyer at Grocery Outlet

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

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