Now in its ninth year, the Sommelier Judgment of Pennsylvania Wines celebrates the continued rise and refinement of the Commonwealth’s wine industry. Top wine professionals from across the country lend their expertise to elevate and spotlight the quality and potential of Pennsylvania-grown wines. Wineries submit a curated selection of dry wines—featuring vinifera varietals alongside select hybrids—for a rigorous blind tasting. An esteemed panel of sommeliers, wine writers, buyers, and educators with a deep understanding of cool-climate expressions evaluates each entry, ultimately naming the top wines in their respective categories.

Continue the celebration with an evening of exceptional wine, flavor, and discovery. Meet the winemakers behind Pennsylvania’s most compelling bottles, and explore a curated tasting of standout wines from across the state. Be among the first to discover which wines earned top honors in this year’s Sommelier Judgment, all while enjoying thoughtfully paired bites and live music in an atmosphere designed to celebrate craftsmanship and community.