Bordeaux Wine Awards 2026 : an Anniversary Edition!

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The next edition of the Bordeaux Wine Competition will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Palais des Congrès de Bordeaux. This year, we will be celebrating a landmark anniversary: 70 years of excellence, rigor, and the promotion of winemaking expertise.

For this historic edition, the event — organized by the Gironde Chamber of Agriculture — is taking a major step forward and officially becomes the Concours de Bordeaux – Wines of Nouvelle-Aquitaine.

The Concours de Bordeaux Opens to All Wines of Nouvelle-Aquitaine

For the first time since its creation, the Concours is expanding its scope and is now open to all wines produced and crafted entirely within the twelve departments of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region: Charente, Charente-Maritime, Corrèze, Creuse, Dordogne, Gironde, Landes, Lot-et-Garonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Haute-Vienne, Vienne and Deux-Sèvres.

Eligible wines include Protected Designation of Origin (PDO/AOP) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI/IGP) wines that meet these criteria.
This expansion marks a major transformation for the Concours and reflects the diversity, richness and dynamism of France’s leading wine-producing region.

Key dates to remember

  • January 5 to 30, 2026: Wine registration on the Competition website
  • March 4 to 30: Wine sampling at the estates
  • March 30 to April 23: Registration of tasters
  • Saturday, April 25: Tasting at the Palais des Congrès de Bordeaux

70 years of recognition and credibility

Founded in 1956, the Bordeaux Wine Competition has established itself as a benchmark for both industry professionals and the general public. Its longevity reflects a demanding consistency, a rigorous methodology, and widely recognized credibility.
Each year, producers, distributors, wine merchants, restaurateurs, and consumers place their trust in this must-attend event.

For any questions, please contact +33 (0)5 56 35 51 88.