Outstanding Award Descriptions

Outstanding Bread/Baked Goods – Awarded to bread and baked goods producers who show exceptional craftsmanship in producing artisanal specialty breads and baked goods. Includes batter breads, quick bread, unleavened breads, cakes, crackers, cookies and biscuits (savory or sweet).

Outstanding Dairy – Awarded to producers of dairy-based products who show exceptional craftsmanship in producing artisanal dairy goods. Includes cheese, yogurt, butter, milk, ice cream, etc.

Outstanding Meat and Charcuterie – Awarded to producers who show exceptional craftsmanship in producing exceptional meats and meat products. Includes charcuterie, sausages, bacon, white and dark meats, poultry, game, etc.

Outstanding Fish and Seafood – Awarded to producers who show exceptional craftsmanship in producing exceptional fish and seafood products. Includes fresh fish and seafood, smoked, canned, ready to serve, jarred, etc.

Outstanding Confectionary Goods – Awarded to producers of confectionary goods who show exceptional craftsmanship in producing specialty artisanal confectionary products.  Includes chocolate, specialty candies, fudge, coated nuts, desserts, etc.

Outstanding Condiment, Oil or Vinegar –Awarded to producers of condiments, oils and vinegars who show exceptional craftsmanship in producing specialty artisanal products.   Oils and vinegars include vegetable, olive, infused oils and vinegars, balsamic, flavored or specialty oils and vinegars.   Condiments include pickles, chutney, mustards, jellies and preserves (savory and sweet), marmalades, tapenade, salsa and other dips, dressings, marinades, sauces etc.

Outstanding Fruit or Vegetable – Awarded to producers/growers who show exceptional craftsmanship in producing fine fruit and vegetable products. Includes fresh fruit and vegetables, canned, pickled, dried fruit or vegetables.

All Artisanal Award – Awarded to the family-owned artisanal production company that best embodies an industry standard for exceptional artisanal food production and has stood as an inspiration for other artisanal and food industry professionals. The award is open to producers of any single or combination of Gallo Family Vineyard™ Gold Medal Award categories.

All producers who have been in business at least three years and can demonstrate usage of traditional production methods are eligible to enter. Please click here for more information on how to enter Gallo’s Gold Medal Awards!