Wine Trends

Back in January, some of Southern Ohio's most knowledgeable and experienced wine experts came together for the Cincinnati International Wine Festival 2026 competition blind judging. We're ecstatic to represent TEN CIWF medal-winning wines, all of which will be available for tasting at Cincy Wine Fest this weekend!

Can't make it to the tastings? Check out the medal winners below to ask your Wine Trends sales associate about next time they're in!

🥇Gold Medal Winners

+ Lion Tamer 2022 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon - A medium-bodied, supple & easy to drink Cab. Nothing too serious yet nothing to underestimate!

+ Cassagne et Vitailles 2019 Clas Mani - a premium, high-altitude red from Languedoc. Known for its deep, complex & elegant profile.

+ Violet Vines Estate 2022 Pinot Noir - A classic Oregon Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley with notes of cherry, raspberry & earth. Full of flavor and body!

+ Domaine EdeM 2025 0$ ABV Sparkling Rose - bubbles and elegance without the ABV! The alcohol is removed at low temperatures through vacuum distillation, preserving aroma, flavor, and freshness.

🥈 Silver Medal Winners:

+ Mirabelle Brut Rose - A premium California sparkling wine blending Pinot Noir & Chardonnay from the North Coast. Bright, vibrant & fruit-forward.

+ Bergstrom Cumberland 2023 Reserve Pinot Noir - this is an Oregon Pinot Noir at its best and the epitome of the Bergström style. A beautiful marriage of spice, mineral & fresh fruit flavors.

+ Bouchard Aine & Fils 2022 Chardonnay - Well-balanced and bright, this French Chardonnay is elegant and medium-bodied with a rich palate of vanilla, lemon & peach.

🥉 Bronze Medal Winners:

+ Mullan Road Cellars 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon - An exceptional vintage crafted for discovery. This Washington Cab is bold, expressive, rich & full-bodied.

+ Alois Lageder 2024 White Misto Mare - This wine blend 14 grape varieties, including white and red grapes sourced from various regions of Alto Adige. The result? A bright, crisp white with captivating complexity

+ Bully Hill Love My Goat Red - A unique, mellow, easy-drinking wine from the Finger Lakes with subtle fruit & a soft finish.

🎉Congrats to these incredible producers & Wine Trends partners! 🎉