The results are in from the highly anticipated Orange County Fair Commercial Wine Competition, and Uys Wines has once again demonstrated its commitment to crafting exceptional California wines! Our consistent dedication to quality has earned us notable recognition at this prestigious event year after year.
The Orange County Fair Commercial Wine Competition, a hallmark event in the California wine industry for over four decades, is renowned for its rigorous, double-blind judging process. A panel of professional winemakers and winery owners meticulously evaluate thousands of entries from across the state, ensuring that only the truly outstanding wines receive accolades. This makes any medal earned a significant testament to a winery’s skill and the quality of their grapes.
Uys Garagiste Winery are particularly proud to have received a medal for each wine that we entered in 2025. Results are as follows:
Gold: Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Silver: Cotes de Rancho 2021 (Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre blend), Merus 2021 (Cab Sauvignon, Petit Sirah blend), Mouton-le-Roux 2021 (Cab Sauvignon/Merlot blend), Primitivo 2021, Riesling 2023, Roussanne 2022
Bronze: Barbera 2021, Syrah 2021, Orange Wine (skin fermented Riesling) 2024, Melange de Michelle (Cab Sauvignon, Mourvedre blend)
The following wines are currently available on our tasting menu: Merus 2021, Barbera 2021, Orange Wine 2024
In addition, our Garagiste Wine Club members have exclusive access to the following 2025 winners: Gold: Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Silver: Cotes de Rancho 2021 (Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre blend, Primitivo 2021
New releases coming soon!
Why does this matter for wine lovers?
- Quality Assurance: Awards from competitions like the OC Fair are a fantastic indicator of a wine’s quality. When you see a medal on a bottle of Uys Wine, you know it has been judged by experts and stands out amongst its peers.
- Discover New Favorites: These competitions highlight rising stars and consistent performers in the wine world. Exploring award-winning wines from Uys Wines could lead you to your next go-to bottle.
- Support Local Craftsmanship: The OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition exclusively features wines made from California-grown grapes. By choosing Uys Wines, you’re supporting local Temecula viticulture and winemaking excellence.
Looking Ahead: The Uys Wines Legacy
Uys Wines has built a reputation for producing compelling, artisan wines that capture the essence of the Temecula wine region. Their commitment to quality and minimal intervention practices from vineyard to bottle, is evident in every pour.
The complete list of medal winners is available on the Orange County Wine Society’s website.
In the meantime, why not explore the current offerings and experience the excellence that makes Uys Wines a standout in the California wine scene? Cheers to continued success and great wine!