New York Gold is.......
.....a compilation of accolades for New York wines. Whether it is a medal earned in national and international competitions, an award from industry publication, or other form of recognition we like to share the good news. (OK, we like to boast a little bit.) We feel it is important to let everyone know how well wine experts receive New York's wines.Be sure to check the list of medal winners and watch the space to the left for other commentary on New York's increasing treasury of accolades.
New York Wine & Food Classic
At the 2010 New York Wine & Food Classic in the Finger LakesÂ…Swedish Hill Winery wins "Governor's Cup"
Sheldrake Point Vineyards wins "Winery of the Year"
Watkins Glen, New York, AUGUST 17 - Swedish Hill Winery Riesling Cuvee from the Finger Lakes won the coveted "Governor's Cup" trophy at the 2010 New York Wine & Food Classic competition, held on August 16 & 17 at the Glen Harbor Hotel in Watkins Glen, NY. The "Winery of the Year" award went to Sheldrake Point Vineyards, another Finger Lakes winery, for the second year in a row.
The elegant Governor's Cup, a large silver chalice, recognizes the "Best of Show" or top prize of all 850 entries in the Classic, known as "The Oscars" of New York wine. The "Winery of the Year" award is presented to the winery with the best overall showing based on the level and number of awards in relation to entries.
This year's competition included 850 New York wines and 17 spirits from the Long Island, Hudson Valley, Finger Lakes, Niagara Escarpment, Lake Erie, and other regions of New York State. The Swedish Hill Riesling Cuvee was also voted Best Vinifera Sparkling and Best Overall Sparkling on its way to the ultimate award. Sheldrake Point Vineyards received 2 Double Golds, 2 Gold, 4 Silver, and 2 Bronze awards on its way to the Winery of the Year award.
Documents Attached
NYWFC Winery Results 2010 rev.pdfWine Press - Competitions
A note from Jim Trezise...Each year, I judge in about a dozen different wine competitions throughout the United States, but mostly in California.
I also get many questions from consumers about wine competitions: What are they? How are they run? Who are the judges? What do the results mean?
To learn the answers to these questions,
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