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April 24, 2026
Judging
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May 18, 2026
Winners
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June 10, 2026
Located in Spain's Rioja wine region, Barón de Ley is known for crafting premium quality wines. Housed in a centuries-old monastery, where the monks made wine more than 500 years ago, Barón de Ley was founded in 1985 as a ground-breaking project in DOCa Rioja: a vineyard-focused winery inspired by the Médoc châteaux.
Seeing a strong potential in the winery's pours, USA's Carolina Wine Brands partnered with Baron de Ley to bring a range of their wines to the US. The award-winning winery is the pioneering player in the region when it comes to working with its own vineyards on a major scale. The winery specializes in award-winning premium red wines with excellent value for money.
The 2021 Sommeliers Choice Awards crowned Spanish winery Baron de Ley’s 2020 Baron De Ley Rioja Rosado as this year’s Rosé Wine of the Year.
Discover the top wines recommended for restaurants, wine lists, and by-the-glass programs by leading sommeliers, wine directors, and hospitality buyers. Explore the award-winning wines recognized for quality, value, and real-world restaurant appeal at the 2026 Sommeliers Choice Awards.