INTERNATIONAL WINE COMPETITION
Thank you for your interest in the 2026 Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition. The 23nd annual International Wine Competition will be held on Nov. 14 – 16, 2025.
2026 Results
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is toasting the standout producers honored in the 2026 Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition, where this year’s vintners delivered exceptional wines from across the globe. Thirteen top award winners were selected out of 3,127 entries from a record 25 countries by a panel of expert judges.
2026 Competition Press Release | Winners by Medal | Winners Alphabetically | Winners by Class
GRAND CHAMPION
Best of Show
Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon, Tomahawk Vineyard, Stags Leap District, 2022
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
Best of Show
Sequoia Grove Chardonnay, Napa Valley, 2023
TOP TEXAS WINE
TOP RED WINE
Reynolds Family Winery Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2022
TOP WHITE WINE
Carter Creek Plateau White, Texas High Plains, 2024
TOP SPARKLING WINE
Perrier-Jouet Blanc de Blanc Champagne AOC, NV
TOP DESSERT WINE
TOP REGION WINE
Zena Crown Vineyard The Sum Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills, 2021
TOP VALUE WINE
TOP WINE COMPANY
E & J Gallo Winery
TOP REGION WINE COMPANY
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates
TOP ALL-AROUND WINERY
Nice Winery
TOP TEXAS WINERY
Thirsty Mule Winery
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