Awards and Accolades
Leoness Cellars has been recognized by respected wine competitions, publications, and industry organizations for the quality of our wines and estate experiences. This page highlights notable awards and accolades received across our portfolio and throughout our history.
Wine Awards
All awards and ratings are sourced from third-party publications.
Leoness Cellars 2022 Signature Series Eloquent
Rating: 91
Price: $110
Winery: Leoness Cellars
Variety: Red Blends
Region: South Coast
Wine Type: Red
Alcohol: 14.6%
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Issue Date: November 1, 2025
Leoness Cellars 2022 Signature Series Grande Melange
Rating: 91
Price: $110
Winery: Leoness Cellars
Variety: Red Blends
Region: South Coast
Wine Type: Red
Alcohol: 14.5%
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Issue Date: November 1, 2025
Leoness Cellars 2022 Signature Series Syrah
Rating: 90
Price: $110
Winery: Leoness Cellars
Region: South Coast
Wine Type: Red
Alcohol: 14.4%
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Issue Date: November 1, 2025
Leoness Cellars 2022 Signature Series Syrah
Rating: 90
Price: $110
Winery: Leoness Cellars
Region: South Coast
Wine Type: Red
Alcohol: 14.4%
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Issue Date: November 1, 2025
Leoness Cellars 2022 Vineyard Series, Alessandro Vineyard, Summit Block Syrah
Rating: 92
Price: $65
Winery: Leoness Cellars
Region: South Coast
Wine Type: Red
Alcohol: 14.4%
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Issue Date: November 1, 2025
Leoness Cellars 2021 Vineyard Series, Clarke Vineyard Petite Sirah
Rating: 91
Price: $65
Winery: Leoness Cellars
Variety: Petite Sirah
Region: South Coast
Wine Type: Red
Alcohol: 16%
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Issue Date: November 1, 2025
Leoness Cellars 2021 Vineyard Series Marshall Vineyard Malbec
Rating: 91
Price: $65
Winery: Leoness Cellars
Variety: Malbec
Region: South Coast
Wine Type: Red
Alcohol: 14.7%
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Issue Date: November 1, 2025
Historical Wine Ratings
This section features past awards and wine ratings received by Leoness Cellars across earlier vintages. These recognitions offer insight into the winery’s history, craftsmanship, and continued dedication to quality over time.
Rating: 88 | Issue Date: February 1, 2012 | Leonesse Cellars 2008 Syrah (California)
Rating: 85 | Issue Date: February 1, 2012 | Leonesse Cellars 2008 Melange De Reves Red (Temecula Valley)
Rating: 89 | Issue Date: February 1, 2012 | Leonesse Cellars 2008 Vista Del Monte Vineyard Syrah (Temecula Valley)
Rating: 89 | Issue Date: February 1, 2012 | Leonesse Cellars 2008 Rock Creek Vineyard Syrah (Temecula Valley)
Rating: 90 | Issue Date: February 1, 2012 | Leonesse Cellars 2007 Signature Selection Syrah (Temecula Valley)
Rating: 83 | Issue Date: May 1, 2008 | Leonesse Cellars 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Temecula)
Rating: 84 | Issue Date: December 31, 2007 | Leonesse Cellars 2006 Viognier (Temecula)
Rating: 83 | Issue Date: July 1, 2007 | Leonesse Cellars 2006 White Merlot (Temecula)
Rating: 89 | Issue Date: December 1, 2009 | Leonesse Cellars 2006 Signature Selection Syrah (Temecula Valley)
Rating: 89 | Issue Date: December 1, 2009 | Leonesse Cellars 2006 Vista Del Monte Vineyard Syrah (Temecula Valley)
Rating: 85 | Issue Date: December 1, 2009 | Leonesse Cellars 2006 Syrah (Temecula Valley)
Rating: 85 | Issue Date: December 1, 2009 | Leonesse Cellars 2006 Melange de Rêves Red (Temecula Valley)
Rating: 82 | Issue Date: October 1, 2008 | Leonesse Cellars 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Temecula)
Rating: 82 | Issue Date: October 1, 2008 | Leonesse Cellars 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Temecula)
Rating: 82 | Issue Date: October 1, 2008 | Leonesse Cellars 2005 Cabernet Franc-Merlot Red (Temecula)
Rating: 83 | Issue Date: October 1, 2008 | Leonesse Cellars 2005 Meritage (Temecula)
Rating: 82 | Issue Date: May 1, 2008 | Leonesse Cellars 2005 Zinfandel (California)
Rating: 84 | Issue Date: December 31, 2007 | Leonesse Cellars 2005 Limited Selection Four Red (California)
Rating: 84 | Issue Date: December 1, 2009 | Leonesse Cellars 2005 Signature Selection Merlot (Temecula Valley)
Rating: 85 | Issue Date: October 1, 2008 | Leonesse Cellars 2004 Signature Selection Merlot (Temecula)
Rating: 83 | Issue Date: May 1, 2008 | Leonesse Cellars 2004 Syrah (Temecula)
Rating: 90 | Issue Date: December 31, 2007 | Leonesse Cellars 2004 Vista del Monte Vineyard Syrah (Temecula)
Rating: 84 | Issue Date: November 1, 2007 | Leonesse Cellars 2004 Merlot (Temecula)
Rating: 84 | Issue Date: November 1, 2007 | Leonesse Cellars 2004 Syrah-Cabernet (Temecula)
Rating: 83 | Issue Date: November 1, 2007 | Leonesse Cellars 2004 Melange de Rêves Red Table Wine Red (Temecula)