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

Decoded Napa Valley Chardonnay

Chardonnay
Vintage 2024
91 Points

Axis Point Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage 2024
91 Points

Lion's Ridge Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage 2023
91 Points

Decoded Napa Valley Pinot Noir

Pinot noir / Spätburgunder / Blauburgunder / Pinot nero
Vintage 2023
90 Points

Lion's Ridge Central Coast Red Blend

Petit Verdot
Vintage 2023
89 Points

Lion's Ridge Central Coast Chardonnay

Chardonnay
Vintage 2025
88 Points

Lion's Ridge Central Coast Pinot Noir

Pinot noir / Spätburgunder / Blauburgunder / Pinot nero
Vintage 2024
88 Points

Decoded Napa Valley Chardonnay

Chardonnay

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

91 Points

Tasting Notes:

A pale golden hue introduces aromas of ripe apple, pear, and citrus, leading to a medium-bodied palate with good fruit concentration and a delicate, lingering finish.

Producer Name: Navigator Wine Collection
Country: United States
Vintage: 2024

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Photo for: Bob Paulinski, MW

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

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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.

Axis Point Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

91 Points

Tasting Notes:

A well-structured Cabernet with deep dark fruit, subtle savory notes, refined tannins, and a polished, lingering finish.

Producer Name: Navigator Wine Collection/Winn-Dixie Company
Country: United States
Vintage: 2024

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Photo for: Bob Paulinski, MW

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.

Lion's Ridge Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

91 Points

Tasting Notes:

A medium-bodied wine offering ripe red and black fruit with baking spice and a touch of sweet oak on a soft, approachable palate.

Producer Name: Navigator Wine Collection/Winn-Dixie Company
Country: United States
Vintage: 2023

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.

Decoded Napa Valley Pinot Noir

Pinot noir / Spätburgunder / Blauburgunder / Pinot nero

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Gold Medal

90 Points

Tasting Notes:

A soft, minerally nose with subtle spice leads to a ripe red fruit palate with gentle tannins and a long dry finish.

Producer Name: Navigator Wine Collection/Winn-Dixie Company
Country: United States
Vintage: 2023

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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Steve Beckner, CSW

Wine & Spirits Buyer at Grocery Outlet

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Roxanne (Cowell) Langer

Co-Founder, LadySomm Carmel Wine School & Wine Salon

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

Lion's Ridge Central Coast Red Blend

Petit Verdot

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

89 Points

Tasting Notes:

Aromas of cassis and plum lead to a balanced palate with refined tannins, fresh acidity, and a lingering, slightly dry finish.

Producer Name: Navigator Wine Collection/Winn-Dixie Company
Country: United States
Vintage: 2023

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.

Lion's Ridge Central Coast Chardonnay

Chardonnay

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

Pale golden with restrained orchard and citrus aromas, the palate offers soft texture, subtle freshness, and a delicate finish.

Producer Name: Navigator Wine Collection/Winn-Dixie Company
Country: United States
Vintage: 2025

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Photo for: Bob Paulinski, MW

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

Photo for: Rachelle Carandang

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.

Lion's Ridge Central Coast Pinot Noir

Pinot noir / Spätburgunder / Blauburgunder / Pinot nero

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USA Wine Ratings 2026

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

A medium-bodied red exhibits juicy raspberry and cherry fruit complemented by subtle cedar, fine tannins, and a clean, dry finish.

Producer Name: Navigator Wine Collection/Winn-Dixie Company
Country: United States
Vintage: 2024

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Photo for: Joy Lee

Joy Lee

Assistant Buyer Beer, Wine & Spirits at Grocery outlet

Photo for: Jeff Slankard

Jeff Slankard

Wine Director at Barons Marketplace

Photo for: James Kung

James Kung

Wine & Spirits Specialist at DFS Group Limited

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

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