TOAST!

Date: Thursday, Aug. 10
Time: 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Venue: Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery

Presented by

After-party sponsors

Trysk

Tonnellerie Quintessence

Details:
The industry, community and wine lovers alike gather for a night in recognition of past and present AWW honorees, established industry luminaries, and emerging and diverse leaders.

NEW for 2023:
Make sure you stick around for the industry afterparty from 9pm-10pm!

Process & Categories:
Honorees are determined through an inclusive nomination process with an industry peer committee reviewing submissions and making final determinations.

Nominating:
Are you in the industry? Head to the link below to place your nominations until April 28.

Submit your nominations here

2022 TOAST! Award Winners

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Bob Betz, MW

The highest honor recognizing an individual whose extraordinary dedication, inspiration and advocacy for the Washington wine community that spans 25+ years in the industry.

Bio

AWARD OF DISTINCTION

Dick Boushey

A winery, grower representative, or industry professional whose achievements have advanced the caliber of the Washington wine industry. Examples: AVA development, research, investment, education, etc.

Bio

AUCTION OF WASHINGTON WINES STAR AWARD

Chateau Ste. Michelle

A donor, organization, or individual whose commitment significantly advanced AWW’s mission of uplifting the Washington wine industry and supporting the community.

HEALTHY LAND, HEALTHY COMMUNITIES

Washington Winegrowers Association

Individuals or organizations who are looking at today’s environmental challenges and are developing equitable, viable, and responsible solutions. Examples: climate change, packaging, sustainable practices, etc.

Bio

WINE INDUSTRY CHAMPION

Sean P. Sullivan

Industry professionals whose cooperative support has positively influenced the success of the Washington wine industry, including members of the media, retail, wholesale, legislative/regulatory, or hospitality sectors.

Bio

VINE TO WINE

Patrick Rawn

Individuals who are hands-on in the vineyard, including leading or collaborating with peers.

Bio

EMERGING LEADERS

Individuals who are hands-on in the vineyard, including leading or collaborating with peers.

Lacey Lybecker

Bio

Sadie Drury

Bio

Andrew Januik

Bio

Shae Frichette

Bio

Co-chairs

Honorees

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