FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -2025 NATIONAL SMALL PRODUCER WINE INVITATIONAL RESULTS
August 28th, 2025 — Winners have been announced in the 2025 National Small Producer Wine Invitational. After several days of spirited judging, Aquila's Nest Vineyards took the top prize as the 2025 National Small Producer of the Year.
"We are thrilled to receive Libation Media’s 2025 Small Producer Winery of the Year award. Coming as we mark five years since opening to the public, this recognition highlights the dedication of our team and the support of our guests who have made this journey possible."
Double Gold best in class winners include:
Sparkling Wines: STONE FARM CELLARS AND VINEYARD Rose Cuvee
White Wines: STONE FARM CELLARS AND VINEYARD Riesling
Blush and Rose Wines: Dancing 2024 Rose of Zinfandel (Tie)
Blush and Rose Wines: Rienzi Estate Vineyard & Winery 2024 Rose Wine (Tie)
Red Wines: Wild Sun Winery 2021 Crying Stone Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
Late Harvest and Dessert Wines: Mitchell Katz Winery 2022 Mt. Meenao Late Harvest Zinfandel
Native American and Hybrid Wines: Aquila's Nest Vineyards Gaea Estate White
Fruit Wines, Vermouth and Other Wine Types: Seedy Fruit Wine Company, LLC Natural Blueberry Wine
Fortified Wines: Woven Winery Gold Rush
Also, Dancing has been named 2025 Small Producer Wine Label Design of the Year for their Old Vine 2023
For a full list of medal winners, visit www.libationawards.com/winners
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