Be among the first to learn the winners, and taste Maryland’s Governor’s Cup winning wines at Windridge Vineyards!

Join EdibleDC, Windridge Vineyards, and the Maryland Wineries Association for an exclusive evening celebrating Maryland wine and the people shaping its growing wine culture.

Guests will learn the winners of the 2026 Gold Cup and Jack Aellen Awards as they are announced at the event, and have the opportunity to taste the wines from 2026 Governor’s Cup before the winning collection is released to the public. Windridge Vineyards’ 2022 Cabernet Franc, winner of the 2025 Best in Show Governor's Cup and Best in Class awards, will host the event at their winery in Darnestown Maryland. Explore the wines with guidance from sommelier Sarita Cheaves and tasting experts, learn more about what makes Maryland wine unique, and discover the stories behind the bottles.

The evening will include:

• A rare opportunity to learn the 2026 winners of the Gold Cup and Jack Aellen awards as they are announced
• Sample each of the award winning wines
• Guided tasting bites for each wine curated by Sarita
• First access to the Governor’s Cup collection before its public release
• Meet the Winemakers from winning wineries
• First opportunity to purchase the exclusive Governor’s Cup 10 Packs, featuring the ten winning wines*
• Opportunity to purchase individual bottles and cases

The Maryland Governor’s Cup recognizes outstanding wines produced in the state. Come taste what’s putting Maryland wine on the map, meet the people behind the bottles, and be among the first to bring these award-winning wines home.

*Your purchase of the Governor’s Cup 10-pack supports the Maryland Wineries Association, a non-profit organization whose mission is to develop and expand the state’s grape and wine industry.