Wine and Food Holiday Festival Wine Competitions

Welcome to 2025 St. Louis Wine Competition, a premier wine competition celebrating excellence in winemaking from around the world. Our event brings together top vintners, industry experts, and sommeliers to evaluate and honor wines that demonstrate exceptional quality, craftsmanship, and innovation.

Each wine is judged through a blind tasting process by a panel of respected judges, ensuring fairness and objectivity. Categories span a wide range of varietals, styles, and regions, offering producers of all sizes—from boutique vineyards to large estates—a platform to showcase their best vintages.

Award-winning wines receive prestigious accolades and valuable exposure to buyers, distributors, and wine enthusiasts. Whether you’re an established winery or an emerging label, 2025 St. Louis Wine Competition offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain recognition and elevate your brand.

Join us in celebrating the artistry of wine and discover the standout wines of the year.

This year our festival will host two competitions.  We encourage vineyards to enter both.

(A) St Louis Wine Competition (Expert Blind Tasting)

(B) People Choice Wine and Spirits Competition

People’s Choice Wine and Spirits Competition

Think you’ve got a great palate? Come sip, savor, and vote in our People’s Choice Wine and Spirits Competition at this year’s Wine and Food Holiday Festival!

Sample a wide selection of local and regional wines—from crisp whites and bold reds to unique blends and sweet dessert wines—and help crown the crowd favorite. This is your chance to play wine judge for the day and discover new favorites along the way.

No wine expertise needed—just your taste buds and a love for great wine. Grab a glass, cast your vote, and be part of the fun as we celebrate the best wines chosen by the people, for the people!

Rate each wine you sample.  Winners will be announced at the end of the festival on this website. 

Voting on October 11th, 2025