Sonoma County Harvest Fair Crowns Wine Winners
The 51st annual gala recognized top regional vintners after a blind-tasting competition featuring over 850 entries.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Wine
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The Sonoma County Harvest Fair celebrated its 51st anniversary in Santa Rosa, honoring top-rated wines from the region. Over 1,200 guests attended the gala to recognize the winners of a professional competition involving more than 850 entries.
Why it matters
The event highlights the competitive quality of Sonoma County winemaking by showcasing the top bottles from 152 local wineries. The competition serves as a regional benchmark for viticulture standards and production excellence.
The competition awarded 108 double-gold and 223 gold medals to entrants. Judges specifically honored Quivira Vineyards 2025 Rosé and Imagery Estate 2025 Albariño with 98 points each.
The players
Quivira Vineyards
This winery produced the 2025 Rosé that was named Best Specialty Wine with 98 points.
Imagery Estate
This winery produced the 2025 Albariño that achieved a 98-point score as Best White.
Thirty-Seven Wines
This producer earned the Best Red award for its 2024 Cabernet Franc with 97 points.
Mayo Family Winery
This winery distinguished itself by earning six Best of Class awards and 10 double-gold medals.
The details
Twenty-one wine professionals performed blind tastings to evaluate the entries, which were limited exclusively to those produced in Sonoma County. Mayo Family Winery secured a notable performance with six Best of Class awards and 10 double-gold medals.
Timeline
February 2025: Bob Silva passed away.
October 10, 2026: The Sonoma County Harvest Fair gala took place at the fairgrounds.
Culture Shift
The 51st anniversary of the gala underscores the enduring prestige of local wine competitions in the era of globalized spirits. This event reflects the sustained cultural emphasis on farm-to-table traceability and regional craft excellence.
Wine enthusiasts can use the professional rankings to guide their purchasing decisions at local tasting rooms and retailers. These results highlight which specific vintages and labels currently represent the highest quality standards in Sonoma County.
The takeaway
The competition results highlight a high concentration of award-winning quality across Sonoma County viticulture this season. Consumers looking for premium local bottles should prioritize the highlighted Best of Class winners.
Further reading
For more information on regional vintages, explore the Wine section.
More information
View the complete list of award-winning wines on the official fair website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Santa Rosa Press Democrat.
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