Best Value Vin De France Selection 2026 Competition – A look back at the event held earlier this year.

On 6 February, the 17th edition of the Best Value Vin De France Selection competition was held. On this occasion, 683 VDF references, including 58 non-alcoholic wines, presented by 134 companies were blind tasted. The samples were spread over 15 tables, each presided over by a representative of the Œnologues de France. A total of 48 buyers from 18 countries made up the jury, confirming the international and unique nature of the Vin De France competition.

After India last year, the competition welcomed a judge from the Philippines for the first time, further proof that Vin De France has a place in every market, from Europe to Asia, Africa, America and Oceania.

This strong mobilisation confirms the dynamism of the appellation. More than ever, Vin De France is proving its ability to offer producers genuine freedom, allowing them to combine creativity, innovation and quality. 

At the end of the tastings, 205 wines were selected to become VDF ambassadors for the year.

The judges left convinced, as evidenced by some notable comments:
“VDF is refreshingly free-spirited!” - KOKUBU, Japan
“VDF is making French wine more democratic for the wine drinkers of tomorrow.” - LWC, United Kingdom
“Producers are using VDF to the full, some wines are hidden gems.” - Monika Alcobev, India

A big thank you to all the participants and judges for their commitment.

Check the list of the medal-winning wines here.