Welcome to the Oldest, Most Prestigious Wine
Competition in North America.

The California State Fair is committed to promoting California wines by recognizing California’s top wines and wineries. Established in 1855, the California State Fair Wine Competition is the oldest and most prestigious Wine Competition in North America.

Wines that are awarded at the California State Fair Wine Competition are announced at the annual California’s Grape & Gourmet Charity Event in July and are also recognized in the California Wine magazine.