Burt, NY – Black Willow Winery was recently honored with a number of medals from the Jefferson Cup Invitational Wine Competition, Grand Harvest Awards, and the American Wine Society Commercial Wine Competition while gearing up to celebrate the winery’s fifth anniversary.
The Jefferson Cup Finals, held in Kansas City, Missouri each November resulted in Depeche Meow’s prestigious Medal of American Excellence (Gold). An additional five Metals of American Merit (silver) were also awarded to Black Willow’s entries: Trilogy Red, Black Widow Berry, Bare Cat Blush, Trilogy White, and Chardonnay.
The American Wine Society Commercial Wine Competition, held November 3rd-5th in Tysons Corner, Virginia, also resulted in a hefty metal count for Black Willow Winery. Classic Diamond was awarded the prestigious Double Gold. Additionally, DePeche Meow received a Gold, Silver medals were bestowed upon Cabernet Franc, Freyja’s Passion Mead, Bare Cat Blush, Black Willow Berry, Trilogy White, and Odin’s Nectar. Bronze medals were also granted to Valkyrie’s Lure Mead and Chardonnay.
Vineyard & Winery Management sponsored the 2015 Grand Harvest Awards. Wines were judged from a field of nearly 1500 entries. Among the awards Black Willow Winery received were Silver for Bare Cat Blush and Trilogy White and Bronze for Cabernet Franc.
As part of Black Willow Winery’s five-year anniversary, celebrating their many new medals, their history of medal winning wines including several Double Gold and Gold awards and 90+ point ratings are just the beginning. The inclusion of Classic Diamond in the major Motion Picture Still Alice and the development of their very popular line of meads have all paved the road to success. Their gift shop now supports local artisans in addition to featuring a full line of artisan oils and vinegars. For shoppers that are unable to stop by their tasting room, Black Willow Winery is also pleased to offer their new online store this fall. For more information on the awards or current wine offerings, contact Black Willow Winery at 716-439-1982 or email sales@blackwillowwinery.com.
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