Drink Pink Vino International Rosé Wine Competition
The 10th Annual Rose Wine Competition
- May 24-25, 2025
Competition Dates:
Judging Begins: May 24-25, 2025
The Competition Opens: September 1, 2025
Entry Closes: May 12, 2025
Entry Fee: $110
Bottles Required: 4-750ml
Note: Bottles must be received by April 23, 2025.
Limited Spots Available!
Ready to Show Your Rosé
Stands Among the Best
Join the premier international Rose Wine competition judged by top wine experts and industry leaders. Gain recognition, boost your brand’s credibility, and unlock new distribution opportunities!
Why Enter?
This competition is one of only a handful around the world focusing exclusively on fresh, food-friendly Rosé wines, perfect for summer and all year drinking.
The rosé wine market is exploding, but competition is building fast. Winning a medal will help make your product stand out from the crowd!
Give your wines the exposure they deserve by competing with some of the top rosés in the world.
✔ Get Discovered by Distributors & Investors
Winning can help you land deals and grow your business.
✔ Build Customer Trust & Sales
Consumers trust award-winning brands over competitors.
✔ Win or lose, You Gain Exposure and Valuable Information
All entrants receive publicity, social media promotion, featured in Wine Country Magazine, and expert judge feedback.
✔ Gain Expert Insight
Every entrant may request copies of our professional judging sheets with notes from our industry-leading judges.
Winners Get Over $1,000 In Benefits!
- Physical color award medals ($50 value)
- Downloadable Digital Medal Graphics ($200 value)
- Publicity and coverage in Wine Country International ® magazine’s 2025 Rosé Buyers Guide, reaching 600,000 affluent enthusiasts, and press release distribution to all national beverage news outlets. ($500 value)
- Actual scores provided (100 pt scale) ($50 value)
- Winner’s products & awards are listed on Wine-Searcher.Com ™ with links to local resellers. ($500 value)
Give your wines the recognition they deserve by competing with some of the best rosés in the world! We accept rosé packaged in bottles or cans.
The popularity of rosé wine continues to grow in the U.S. and around the world, especially during the summer months, thanks to its lighter body and food-friendliness. This is a great opportunity to make your product stand out!
The double-blind competition will take place on May 24 and 25, 2025, in Denver, Colorado, and will be judged by some of the nation’s leading sommeliers, master sommeliers, buyers, and wine critics.
Recent studies have shown that 75% of consumers prefer to purchase award-winning products as well as, and distributors and retailers favor representing brands that have received recent accolades. Showcase your results to grow your business.
How The Competition Works
We’ve made entering simple. Just follow these steps:
- Register & Pay – Secure your spot before May 12, 2025.
- Send Your Samples – Ship four 750 ml bottles (or eight 12 oz cans) to be delivered to us by May 19, 2025.
- Get Judged by Industry Experts – Our panel of 20 elite spirits authorities scores your product.
- Win & Gain Recognition – Medals, media exposure, and credibility await the best brands.
Past Rose Competition Winners
A winning medal isn’t just an award – it’s a statement of excellence. Stand alongside past winners who have leveraged their medals to grow their brands.
Double Gold Winners 2024
- Aurora Vineyards White Pinot Noir Rosè 2023
- Domaine Fredavelle Aromance
- Rosé 2023Rose Gold Rosé 2023
2023 “Best of Show” Winners:
Dona Loca Tobala Mezcal Ancestral
Gran Coramino Anejo
Cierto Tequila Private Collection Blanco
Rose Competition FAQ
What happens if I don’t win?
Every entrant gains exposure through press coverage, social media promotion, and professional feedback from our expert judges. Even without a medal, your brand benefits.
What do I get after winning?
- Physical color award medal
- Royalty-free digital medal artwork
- Scorecards & judges’ notes (available upon request)
- Publicity in Wine Country International® magazine and news outlets
- Featured on our social media platforms.
How are the judges selected?
Our panel consists of 20 of America’s most respected wine authorities, ensuring fair, professional, and expert evaluations of your product.
How do I submit my samples?
Once you have confirmed your place in the challenge, we will contact you with shipping address details.
- Four 750 ml bottles (or eight 12 oz cans) per entry.
- May 19, 2025.
- We provide all shipping details upon registration.
Can I enter if I am not in the United States?
Yes, we have many international entries.
Producers without US importers will need to apply for a Cola Waiver and FDA permit BEFORE they ship us samples. We work with an excellent US Broker who can assist. Please email us for details or contact the Competition Director on WhatsApp: 017203023665.
Is there a limit to how many entries I can make?
No, there is no limit to the number of entries per producer.
To learn more, email: [email protected] or call 303 665-0855