HelloCello was also recognized with a bronze medal for its festive and creative package design. The bright, sunny 375 ml bottle is a result of the creative efforts of HelloCello founders, Fred and Amy Groth. Results of the competition will be published in the May issue of the Tasting Panel Magazine.

“We are thrilled with these awards,” says Fred Groth. ”To us it shows that Limoncello produced in Sonoma with all organic ingredients can compete with the big producers from Italy. It is a California lifestyle beverage that can be enjoyed here in the United States as well.”

HelloCello uses the best organic ingredients grown at select vineyards, local farms and orchards in Northern California.  Limoncello di Sonoma is a smooth, refreshing beverage available in specialty food stores and fine restaurants in Northern California and may be purchased online at www.klwines.com or www.beltramos.com. The suggested retail price is $24.99.

The San Francisco World Spirits Competition is the most influential and respected spirits competition in the world. Celebrating its 10th year, the 2010 Competition was the biggest in its history. 30 judges gathered at the Hotel Nikko in downtown San Francisco on March 13 and 14 to reward spirits excellence by evaluating 1024 different spirits from 57 countries. These judging panels were comprised of spirits experts from noted restaurants and hotels, well-known spirits journalists, spirits buyers for large purveyors, and spirits consultants. Judging was based on a blind, consensual procedure, ensuring competitive integrity as it remains the most recognized competition in the spirits industry. For a complete list of winners visit www.sfspiritscomp.com.

For an updated list of stores and restaurants carrying Limoncello di Sonoma, please visit www.hellosonoma.comor call 707-721-6394. HelloCello is also on Facebook and on Twitter @HelloSonoma.