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April 24, 2026
Judging
Date
May 18, 2026
Winners
Announced
June 10, 2026
Beverage Director for Seattle based Heavy Restaurant Group. Experienced in wine judging and wine education, Katelyn Peil has also been named Seattle Magazine’s Sommelier of the Year and winner of Wines of Portugal Sommelier Competition - Seattle.
Heavy Restaurant Group oversees 5 restaurant concepts and 8 locations in the greater Seattle area including Purple Café and Wine Bar, Barrio Mexican Kitchen & Bar, Lot No. 3, The Commons, and Cast Iron Studios. We are proud to employee over 400 great team members.
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.