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

Kakhetian Noble White

Rkatsiteli
Vintage 2022
93 Points

Badagoni Rose

Saperavi
Vintage 2024
92 Points

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Alaverdi Tradition Red

Saperavi
Vintage 2022
91 Points

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Kakhetian Noble Red

Saperavi
Vintage 2022
91 Points

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Mukuzani

Saperavi
Vintage 2023
90 Points

Badagoni Brut

Kathetian Mtsvane
Vintage 2024
89 Points

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Kisi Qvevri

Kisi
Vintage 2024
86 Points

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Alaverdi Traditions White

Rkatsiteli
Vintage 2024
84 Points

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Saperavi Qvevri

Saperavi
Vintage 2024
84 Points

Kakhetian Noble White

Rkatsiteli

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

93 Points

USA Wine Ratings 2026

Rkatsiteli Of The Year

93 Points

Tasting Notes:

A clean, straightforward palate with subtle citrus and apple notes, gentle texture, and a pleasant quick finish.

Producer Name: Badagoni
Country: Georgia
Vintage: 2022

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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Shawn Richcreek

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

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Jusden Aumand

Head of Buying at Tri-Vin Imports, Inc

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

Badagoni Rose

Saperavi

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

92 Points

Tasting Notes:

A medium-bodied wine displaying restrained red fruit with subtle citrus lift, balanced acidity, gentle tannins, and a clean, moderate finish.

Producer Name: JSC Badagoni
Country: Georgia
Vintage: 2024

Category: Sparkling Wines

TASTED BY:

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Rachelle Carandang

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

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Bob Paulinski, MW

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

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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.

Alaverdi Tradition Red

Saperavi

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

91 Points

Tasting Notes:

A well-balanced red with vibrant fruit, subtle spice, integrated tannins, and a juicy, lingering finish.

Producer Name: JSC Badagoni
Country: Georgia
Vintage: 2022

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Jusden Aumand

Head of Buying at Tri-Vin Imports, Inc

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Michael Garcia

District Manager at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

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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.

Kakhetian Noble Red

Saperavi

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

91 Points

Tasting Notes:

A balanced wine with expressive dark red and blue fruit, subtle vanilla and oak spice, and a long, supple finish.

Producer Name: JSC Badagoni
Country: Georgia
Vintage: 2022

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Shawn Richcreek

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

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Jusden Aumand

Head of Buying at Tri-Vin Imports, Inc

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Michael Garcia

District Manager at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

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

Mukuzani

Saperavi

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

90 Points

Tasting Notes:

Deep ruby in color, aromas of dried red fruit, warm spice, and dusty earth lead to a balanced palate with ripe berry flavors, subtle oak, smooth structure, and a pleasantly lingering finish.

Producer Name: JSC Badagoni
Country: Georgia
Vintage: 2023

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

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Shawn Richcreek

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

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Jusden Aumand

Head of Buying at Tri-Vin Imports, Inc

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Michael Garcia

District Manager at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

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

Badagoni Brut

Kathetian Mtsvane

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

89 Points

Tasting Notes:

Bright citrus and juicy fruit notes reveal a fresh, crisp palate with subtle limestone minerality and a clean, refreshing finish.

Producer Name: Badagoni
Country: Georgia
Vintage: 2024

Category: Sparkling Wines

TASTED BY:

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Joy Lee

Assistant Buyer Beer, Wine & Spirits at Grocery outlet

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Jeff Slankard

Wine Director at Barons Marketplace

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James Kung

Wine & Spirits Specialist at DFS Group Limited

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

Kisi Qvevri

Kisi

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

86 Points

Tasting Notes:

Deep amber in color, aromas of caramel, black tea, toasted walnut, and dried orchard fruit lead to a lean, savory palate with subtle nuttiness, gentle oxidative complexity, and a long, dry finish.

Producer Name: Badagoni
Country: Georgia
Vintage: 2024

Category: Other Wines

TASTED BY:

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Michael Garcia

District Manager at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

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Shawn Richcreek

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

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Jusden Aumand

Head of Buying at Tri-Vin Imports, Inc

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

Alaverdi Traditions White

Rkatsiteli

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Bronze Medal

84 Points

Tasting Notes:

The wine offers subtle fruit with fermented vegetable notes, a dried finish, and a balanced, gentle structure.

Producer Name: Badagoni
Country: Georgia
Vintage: 2024

Category: Other Wines

TASTED BY:

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Shawn Richcreek

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

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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

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

Saperavi Qvevri

Saperavi

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Bronze Medal

84 Points

Tasting Notes:

The wine displays a cheesy, varnish aroma with a soft, rounded palate and a subtle, lingering finish.

Producer Name: JSC Badagoni
Country: Georgia
Vintage: 2024

Category: Other Wines

TASTED BY:

Photo for: Shawn Richcreek

Shawn Richcreek

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

Photo for: Michael Garcia

Michael Garcia

District Manager at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

Photo for: Jusden Aumand

Jusden Aumand

Head of Buying at Tri-Vin Imports, Inc

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

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