Awards
All Winegrowers awards will be presented the evening of Tuesday, February 10 during the Washington Wine Industry Foundation's Party + Auction which kicks off at 5pm. Honoring individuals and organizations whose dedication, leadership, and service elevate Washington wine. Each award tells a story—not just of achievement, but of commitment to our industry and community.
2025 Grand Vin Award
This honor recognizes excellence at the highest level—Recognizes a winery employee (or owner) who has made a significant impact on the winery, the wine, the brand or the process of making exceptional wine. Includes any one-person in the winery; whether winemaker, grower relations, tasting room, cellar, or other function.
2025 Grower of the Year Award
The 2025 Erick Hanson Memorial Grower of the Year Award honors extraordinary viticultural talent, creating the atmosphere for a perfect grape in the vineyard resulting in exceptional wine in the bottle.an individual whose commitment to vineyard stewardship, innovation, and sustainability has had a meaningful impact on Washington wine.
2025 Industry Service Award - 2 Recipients
That brings us to our Industry Service Awards recognizing recognizes an individuals who have gone above and beyond in service to the Washington wine industry.
2025 Lifetime Achievement Award
This award celebrates an individual whose career has left a lasting legacy on Washington wine—through leadership, vision, mentorship, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.