January 22, 2026 (San Jose, CA) — Alamitos Vineyards, San Jose’s only vineyard winery proudly announces that two of its wines have been awarded Gold Medals and one a Silver at the 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the largest competition of American wines in the world.
The acclaimed 2024 “Mourning Dove” Alvarinho (Albariño) with grapes sourced from the Santa Ynez Valley, and the 2024 “White Egret” Estate Sauvignon Blanc both received Gold medal recognition from a panel of over 60 esteemed judges representing media, trade, and hospitality. Alamitos also won Silver for its 2024 Rose wine. These awards highlight the winery’s commitment to crafting small-batch, hand-crafted wines of outstanding quality and character.
Since opening its tasting room in 2021, Alamitos Vineyards has received over 30 awards for its wines, including two Double Golds, seven Golds, nine Silvers, and one Best in Class medal across various prestigious competitions. This latest achievement further solidifies the winery’s rising reputation for excellence.
“We’re thrilled and deeply honored to receive this prestigious recognition from one of the most respected wine competitions in the country,” said Shaun Coleman, co-owner and vintner at Alamitos Vineyards. “These Gold and Silver Medals, combined with our growing collection of over 30 awards since 2021 are a testament to the dedication of our team, the exceptional terroir of our estate and sourced vineyards, and our relentless pursuit of excellence in every bottle. We invite wine enthusiasts to visit us and experience these award-winning wines firsthand amid our unique and stunning San Jose countryside.”
The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition serves as a benchmark for North American wines, evaluating thousands of entries each year through rigorous blind tasting. Alamitos Vineyards’ continued successes underscore the rising prominence of Santa Clara Valley and nearby regions in producing world-class varietals.
Alamitos Vineyards continues to garner acclaim, having previously been voted the nation’s number one Best New Winery Experience by USA Today readers. The winery o_ers intimate tastings, tours, and event spaces, showcasing varietals such as Syrah, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Touriga Nacional and more.
For more information about Alamitos Vineyards, to schedule a tasting, or to purchase these award-winning wines, visit www.alamitosvineyards.com or follow @alamitosvineyards on Instagram and Facebook.
About Alamitos Vineyards
Located just 20 minutes from downtown San Jose in the historic New Almaden Quicksilver Park area, Alamitos Vineyards is a family-owned estate producing small-lot, artisanal wines with a focus on quality and sustainability. The winery o_ers unparalleled views, warm hospitality, and a unique wine country experience in the heart of Silicon Valley.
