“Sip Magazine’s Best Of the Northwest is one of the most thoughtfully run wine competitions I’ve experienced. The format is organized to give every wine the opportunity to truly shine, and the panels bring together an incredible mix of passionate, knowledgeable professionals. I feel lucky every time I’m invited to be part of it.”
Shelly Fitzgerald
WSET Diploma, Certified Sommelier | Wine Director, Vinum 55
“The Sip Magazine’s “Best of NW Wine Competition” is one of the finest and professionally run wine competitions I’ve had the honor and pleasure to be involved with over many years. They always pull together a fantastic mix of wine professionals from sommeliers/restaurateurs to wine retailers, educators and writers. The winery submissions are of high quality, and I always discover new wines from wineries that I was unfamiliar with… until now. “
Mark Takagi
Metropolitan Market | Senior Manager & Trainer – Wine, Beer and Spirits
“One Sip, countless wines. Year after year, it has been an exciting journey for me to uncover the remarkable talents of the Pacific Northwest, all thanks to the dedicated team at Sip Magazine. My go to source for the key players in our region.”
Cyril Frechier
Doe Bay Wine Company – Lead Buyer
“I am especially fond of the Sip Magazine Annual Best of the NW Wine competition. It’s a highlight for me as a judge to spend time tasting through so many styles and recognizing the diversity in our NW wines. Each year during this annual competition I consider it a wonderful experience to taste the varietals and blends shaped by the terroirs and talented winemakers within our states. It is deeply rewarding to connect with fellow industry, and I am continually inspired by the dedication, innovation, and craftsmanship that define Pacific Northwest wines. I consider it an honor to play a small part in recognizing and supporting that excellence.”
Regina Daigneault, Reggiewine LLC, Wine Educator.
“Every year that I have judged wines for the NW Wine Competition I’ve been consistently delighted with the efficient and professional way the competition is run. The flights are served expediently and the judges interact collaboratively to judge the wines fairly.”
Kerry McDaniel Boenisch
Wine Judge, Author and McDaniel Vineyards/Torii Mor Winery Founder
