You are invited to attend the New York Wine & Grape Foundation’s Live Awards Ceremony announcing the winners of the 35th New York Wine Classic competition on March 18th at 6:00pm/EST. This online event will reveal and celebrate the “Best in Category” winners, as well as the prestigious Governor’s Cup (Best Wine) and Winery of the Year (Best Overall Showing by a Winery) Winners. You will also learn more about our new partnership with the Beverage Testing Institute (BTI) who judged over 600 wines entered into the competition from 96 wineries across the state.
The awards ceremony will be hosted by Master of Ceremonies, Kevin Zraly, Wine Educator & Author of Windows on the World Complete Wine Course.
This year’s event will also include a special presentation of the Governor’s Cup and Winery of the Year Awards by Lieutenant Governor of New York State, Kathleen C. Hochul.
Panelists:
■ Sam Filler, Executive Director, NYWGF
■ Jerald O’Kennard, Executive Director, Beverage Testing Institute
■ Lorraine Hems, Consultant
Live acceptance of awards, by winning winery representatives, in 5 categories