Jeff Runquist Wines

California (CA), United States
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Jeff Runquist Wines is a U.S.-based producer with a strong medal record, earning 97 medals including multiple golds and four Best of Class honors over five years of tracked competition performance, despite not entering traditional wine competitions.

Signature style

Their wines likely reflect bold, structured expressions typical of premium California varietals, with a focus on balanced ripeness and varietal character.

Notable distinction

The winery has achieved Best of Class recognition, a top-tier honor, highlighting exceptional quality within specific wine categories.

What to look for

Buyers should seek out their top-scoring varietals, which may include robust reds that have consistently earned gold and Best of Class honors.

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Medal Resume

Best Of Class
4
Gold
32
Silver
37
Bronze
24
97 medals across 6 competitions

Winery in Numbers

Total medals 97
Wines tracked 95
Competitions entered 6
Years active 2015–2023
Most decorated Zinfandel Cooper Vineyard Amador County
Highest honor Best Of Class
Regional rank #25 in California (CA)
National rank #256 in United States
Medal Score
258.0

Top Wines

Wine Vintage Varietal Medals Score
Zinfandel Cooper Vineyard Amador County 2020 Zinfandel 4 12.0
Alicante Bouschet 2012 Alicante Bouschet 1 8.0
Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 8.0
Zinfandel Massoni Ranch Amador County 2020 Zinfandel 4 8.0
Sisney Estate Grown Peroni Ranch Amador County 2020 Tinta Francisca 2 8.0
Tempranillo Liberty Oaks Vineyard Jahant 2020 Tempranillo 2 8.0
Alicante Bouschet 2012 Alicante Bouschet 1 8.0
Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon 1 8.0
Zinfandel Nostro Vino Vineyard Amador County 2020 Zinfandel 2 6.0
Zinfandel Cooper Vineyard Amador County 2018 Zinfandel 2 6.0
Zinfandel Massoni Ranch Amador County 2019 Zinfandel 2 6.0
Syrah Three Way Vineyard Paso Robles 2018 Shiraz 2 6.0
Charbono Sierra Foothills 2018 Douce noir 2 6.0
Viognier River Junction San Joaquin County 2020 Viognier 3 5.0
Grenache Silvaspoons Vineyard Alta Mesa 2019 Garnacha Tinta 2 5.0
Barbera Amador County 2018 Barbera 2 5.0
Pinot Noir 2013 Pinot Noir 1 4.0
Primitivo 2012 Primitivo 1 4.0
Dolcetto 2013 Dolcetto 1 4.0
Cabernet Franc 2013 Cabernet Franc 1 4.0

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Competition History

2023
1 medal
2022
18 medals
2021
12 medals
2020
36 medals
2015
30 medals

Regional Standing

Rank in California (CA)
#23 Mettler Family Vineyards Score: 264.0 #24 Blair Estate Score: 260.0
#25 Jeff Runquist Wines Score: 258.0
#26 Monte De Oro Winery Score: 258.0 #27 Fallbrook Winery Score: 256.0

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