VIP People's Choice Wine Tasting Classic 2022

Discover delicious Texas varietals at the People's Choice Wine Tasting Classic, the largest consumer-judged wine competition in the United States. Sample a variety of wines from Texas wineries in 10 categories (White: Dry, Semi Sweet, Sweet, Blends, Blush/Rose; Red: Light, Medium, Bold, Sweet and Red Blends).

Guests at the People's Choice Wine Tasting Classic receive a wine reference guide describing the featured wines along with a ballot to select their favorites. Fans of Texas wine and Texas wine novices will experience some of the best wines the state has to offer. Winners of the competition will be announced on Sunday, September 18 at 5 p.m.

People's Choice will host three 90-minute VIP tasting sessions on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. VIP Tasting Sessions ($50) will be held in a limited-capacity private tent with live music for a more intimate experience and include gourmet charcuterie and a souvenir wine glass. All guests must be 21+ to enter.  

VIP Tasting Sessions

• Friday, September 16 | 5–6:30 p.m. (VIP Session - $50)


• Saturday, September 17 | 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (VIP Session - $50)


• Sunday, September 18 | 1–2:30 p.m. (VIP Session - $50)


• Sunday, September 18 | Awards Presentation: 5 p.m.

Sessions sell out quickly and advance purchase is recommended.

Festival gates will open at 10:30 a.m. for guests attending the 11 a.m. VIP session on Saturday.

- Guests must be 21+.
- Children, infants and strollers are not allowed in the People's Choice Wine Tasting Classic.
- Outside food and beverage are not allowed in the event area.
- Ticket purchase is required for all persons to enter.
- Tickets are non-refundable.
- The South Gate is the closest entrance to the People's Choice Wine Tasting Classic.

For more information, please call 817.410.3185 or email [email protected].  Also visit GrapeFest.com for more information and schedules.