The Sunset International Wine Competition, established in 2012, has rapidly become one of the most esteemed wine competitions, attracting a diverse array of entries from both domestic and international wineries.

What Sets Us Apart

Esteemed Judging Panel: The competition boasts a panel of highly respected judges, including Master Sommeliers, Masters of Wine, seasoned winemakers, and influential wine journalists. This ensures that each wine is evaluated with a high level of expertise and discernment.

Comprehensive Promotion for Winners: Winning wines receive significant exposure through Sunset magazine's digital platforms, including a dedicated Wine Special digital edition, features on Sunset.com, and promotions across Sunset’s social media channels. This extensive coverage helps winners reach a broad audience of wine enthusiasts.

Diverse Categories: The competition recognizes excellence across various categories, from traditional red and white wines to sparkling, rosé, dessert, and even innovative formats like canned and boxed wines.

Influential Audience: Sunset magazine's readership is known for its passion for wine, with a significant portion of readers being regular wine consumers who enjoy exploring new and diverse wine options. This makes the competition an attractive platform for wineries aiming to connect with an engaged and knowledgeable audience.

Entry Fee: $99

Early bird pricing until May 8

The Sunset International Wine Competition will take place June 10th - 12th, 2025. The final deadline for submission is May 22nd, 2025.

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