ABOUT THE COMPETITION

58 wineries took part in the competition, presenting 349 samples.

The following awards were presented based on the competition results:

• Jury's Choice – in the categories for Best Red Wine and Best White Wine: 2 special diplomas
• Grand Prix – in the categories for Best Red Wine, Best White Wine, and Best Fortified Liqueur Wine: 9 special diplomas
• Gold – 53 medals
• Silver – 55 medals, including 2 medals in the "Ciders and Poirés" category

The jury members evaluate the following organoleptic characteristics:

• Appearance (gloss, transparency, saturation and typical color)
• Aroma: intensity
• Aroma: quality
• Taste and olfactory sensations: intensity
• Taste and olfactory sensations: quality
• Overall impression, harmony.

All competition samples are tasted blind and evaluated according to a 100-point system.

RATINGTELLING programme is used to assess wine samples. The system automatically generates a final score from the assessments of all jury members.

At the end of the contest, the jury's scores and comments are available to the contestants in the RATINGTELLING personal account.

Promotion of the Competition Results During and After the Exhibition

Three dedicated events at the exhibition are focused on the competition results:

• The awards ceremony for the winners and prize recipients of the Vinorus Competition;
• A public discussion on how wine ratings are formed, covering the role of subjective taste and professional expertise, the principles of blind tasting, the criteria behind high scores, and consumer expectations;
• A tasting session featuring award-winning wines for sommeliers and category managers from retail chains, attended by competition jury members and winemakers.

All submitted entries and their scores are included in the printed competition catalogue distributed to participants and visitors of Vinorus.Vinotech, as well as in the electronic version available on the website.

After the exhibition, the competition results are distributed by e-mail to HoReCa and retail representatives throughout Russia and published in industry media outlets.

In addition, in 2026, MVK and the Tabris retail chain are running a joint promotional campaign. Tabris retail chain highlights the award-winning wines with special shelf toppers. This serves as an additional marketing tool for winemakers, including new market entrants, while providing consumers with a convenient guide for selecting the best wines based on the assessment of a professional jury.

The comprehensive PR support of the Vinorus Competition increases its visibility within the professional community and creates tangible value for both participants and consumers.

The Vinorus Competition is an opportunity to make your mark. Industry professionals will learn your name, and consumers will discover and purchase your wines. Take part in the Vinorus Competition 2027 and receive an independent evaluation of your entries!