ENTERING

All wines within the categories listed below and
produced in wineries within Virginia may be entered.


Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
Chambourcin
Chardonnay – Oak
Chardonnay – Non-Oak
Gewurztraminer
Johannisberg Riesling
Merlot
Norton
Pinot Gris/Grigio
Petit Mansung
Pinot Noir
Petit Verdot
Rose Varietals
Sangiovese
Sauvignon Blanc
Seyval Blanc
Vidal Blanc
Viognier
Blended Reds
Blended Whites
Other Red Varietals
Other White Varietals
Sparkling Wines
Fruit
Dessert
Hard Cider *NEW*
Mead *NEW*

AWARDS

Gold, silver and bronze ribbons will be awarded in all categories
at the judges’ discretion. All gold ribbon winners will be notified.
Those winners will be showcased at the Black Tie & Boots benefit gala.

One “2012 State Fair of Virginia Best of Show” ribbon will be awarded at Black
Tie & Boots. Winning wines will be on display during the State Fair of Virginia.



AGAIN this year will be an award for the most ribbons awarded to a single winery.