June 3, 2026 (Healdsburg, CA) — Nominations for the 14th Annual WINnovation Awards presented by the Wine Industry Network opened today.
Wine Industry Network created the WINnovation Awards as a way to identify and honor the most innovative wine industry suppliers and service providers. These awards recognize companies that have developed ground-breaking products, practices, and have contributed to the advancement of the North American wine industry.
Many of the past WINnovation Award winners continue to set the highest standard in their field and push forward innovations that advance the industry for all.
“The WINnovation Awards are a way for us to highlight and celebrate the many innovative industry suppliers and to recognize that their efforts continue to propel the entire industry forward,” said George Christie, President and CEO of Wine Industry Network.
To be considered for a 2026 WINnovation Award, submit a nomination with supporting materials through the North Coast Wine Industry Expo (WIN Expo) website. Entrants must participate in the WIN Expo as exhibitors or sponsors to qualify for consideration or be WIN clients.
The winners of the WINnovation Awards will be presented with the award in connection with the WIN Expo on December 3, 2026, where wine industry professionals will have the opportunity to meet the winners and learn more about their innovations.
Submit your nomination by September 4, 2026.
About Wine Industry Network (WIN)
Wine Industry Network (WIN) is THE leading business to business resource for the North American wine industry providing a collection of services, subscriptions, and events designed to keep industry professionals informed about current trends and industry news, as well as the latest products, services, jobs, and innovations in the production, viticulture, sales, marketing, and management categories.
