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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Hopwood Cellars 2011 Riesling |
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Hopwood Cellars 2011 Moon Jazz |
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Hopwood Cellars 2011 Sweet Lailah |
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Hopwood Cellars 2011 Honey |
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Hopwood Cellars 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon |
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Indy International Wine Competition
- Commercial Trophies
- Commercial Best of Class
- Commercial Wine Awards by Brand
- Indiana Wine Awards
- Amateur Trophies
- Amateur Wine Awards
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2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001
2010 Indy International Wine Competition
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Wines from around the world poured into Purdue University's Memorial Union for the 19th annual Indy International Wine Competition, August 4-6, 2010.
As one of the largest wine competition in the US, the Indy International brought in 2,681 wines from 15 countries and 40 states.
Fifty-two judges traveled to West Lafayette 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 hosted by Purdue University and coordinated by the Indiana Wine Grape Council at Purdue University.
