The Online registration is now open for two annual competitions coming out of the California Mid-State Fair.
The Central Coast Home Winemaking Competition will take place in May and feature wines made from San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Monterey counties. The wines are separated into six categories: white, rosé/blanc, red, dessert, wines made with fruit other than grapes and sparkling. The categories are then separated into classes by varietals. The panel of local competition judges evaluate each entry according to appearance, aromatics and taste to determine an overall conclusion. Gracious support has been provided by Baker Wine & Grape Analysis, ETS Laboratories and The Vintner’s Vault.
The Central Coast Home Brewing Competition will also take place in May and feature beer, ciders and perry’s made from both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. Entries will be evaluated according to aroma, appearance and flavor to determine an overall conclusion. Special thanks goes to Doc’s Cellar and Humdinger Brewing for their support of the competition.
Entries are judged by locals chosen for their great knowledge and experience for the fields of both wine and beer. Ranging from makers, industry insiders or having years of judging experience, feedback is always the goal with the judges chosen.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of these renowned competitions: Online Registration Only.
- Home Brewing Competition: Registration ends May 2, 2025.
- Home Winemaking Competition: Registration ends April 18, 2025.
For more information and links to enter, please visit: https://www.midstatefair.com/fair/contests.php.
The 2025 California Mid-State Fair runs July 16 through July 27 and this year’s theme is “Off to the Races!”