Michigan wines can hang with the finest pours from Napa, New York, and even Europe — just ask the judges. Wineries from across the state made strong showings at national and international competitions over the past year, earning top accolades for white, red, and sparkling varieties. Here are some of this year’s biggest winners.
2025 Finger Lakes International Wine and Spirits Competition
Best of Class winner:
2023 sparkling wine, Cody Kresta Vineyard & Winery
Double gold medal winner:
La Crescent, Fox and Hen Winery
2025 New York International Wine Competition
Gold medal winners:
Chardonnay, Boathouse Vineyards
Cabernet Franc, Boathouse Vineyards
Syrah, Boathouse Vineyards
Cloud 9 sparkling rosé, French Valley Vineyard
2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Best of Class winners:
2024 Sauvignon Blanc, Aurora Cellars
Cranberry Moscato, Farm Fresh Wine Co.
2023 Gewürztraminer, Rove Winery at the Gallagher Estate
Double gold medal winners:
Dry Riesling, Dune Bird Winery
Raspberry Bubbly Moscato, Farm Fresh Wine Co.
2024 Karma Vista white blend, Filkins Vineyards
2024 Fumé Blanc, Filkins Vineyards
2024 Albariño, Gilchrist Farm Winery
2024 Grüner Veltliner, Gilchrist Farm Winery
2024 late-harvest Pinot Grigio, Leelanau Cellars
2023 late-harvest Riesling, Leelanau Cellars
Cherries Galore, Leelanau Cellars
Chocolate Cherry Dessert, Leelanau Cellars
2024 Grüner Veltliner, Shady Lane Cellars
2022 sparkling Riesling, Shady Lane Cellars
2025 TEXSOM International Wine Awards
Judges’ selections:
0% sparkling brut (alcohol removed), Chateau Chantal
2023 Cabernet Franc ice wine, Chateau Chantal
A version of this article originally appeared in the 2026 Michigan Wine Country magazine.
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