Southeastern Grocers rings up national recognition with 39 awards for excellence in Own Brand innovation
Press release from Southeastern Grocers
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Southeastern Grocers, LLC (SEG), parent company of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, has earned 39 notable industry awards, recognizing the outstanding quality, innovation, and value of its Own Brand product lines. The honors span wine, spirits, dairy, seasoning, household products, and packaging design, highlighting the strength of SEG’s private label portfolio.
Dewayne Rabon, Chief Merchandising Officer for Southeastern Grocers, said, “These awards are a true reflection of our dedication to developing innovative Own Brand products that deliver unbeatable value for our customers. Whether it’s pantry staples, fresh dairy, indulgent ice creams, or exclusive wines and spirits, our shoppers can feel confident knowing they’re choosing products that combine outstanding quality with great prices.”
USA Wine, Beer and Spirits Ratings presented SEG with 17 gold, silver, and bronze medals for the grocer’s award-winning private label and market-exclusive alcohol offerings. Winn-Dixie Silver Tequila was also crowned Best Spirit of the Year by Value, bringing the grocer’s total wins to 18. Gold awards this year were awarded to:
- A&J Mai Tai 4-pack
- Know & Love Sauvignon Blanc
- Perfect Storm Sauvignon Blanc
- Sweet Bitch Mango Moscato
- Winn-Dixie Silver Tequila (Gold and Best Spirit by Value)
SEG’s Know & Love wines also received top honors at several international competitions this year. Know & Love Chardonnay won a gold medal at the Sunset International Wine Competition and the Monterey International Wine Competition, while Know & Love Sauvignon Blanc earned a gold medal at the Winemaker Challenge. These awards position SEG’s Own Brand wines among some of the most respected labels in the industry.
At the World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest, SEG took home a total of nine awards, including six first-place awards, two second-place awards, and one third-place award. The products earning top distinctions include:
- Know & Love Cream Cheese Brick (First)
- Know & Love Organic Half & Half (First)
- Know & Love Organic Whole Milk (First)
- SE Grocers Muenster Cheese (First)
- SE Grocers Prestige Premium Strawberry Ice Cream (First)
- SE Grocers Strawberry Soft Cream Cheese (First)
- Know & Love Salted Butter (Second)
- SE Grocers Honey Pecan Soft Cream Cheese (Second)
- SE Grocers Chive & Onion Soft Cream Cheese (Third)
Adding to the grocer’s recent achievements, SEG also earned eight product wins from Progressive Grocer’s and Store Brands Editors’ Picks, which spotlight the most innovative and impactful private label items across the industry. These recognitions underscore SEG’s ability to deliver products that not only meet customer expectations but also stand out for their quality, creativity and market appeal.
Progressive Grocer’s Editors’ Picks:
- Know & Love Hardwood Pellets Championship Blend
- SE Grocers Dishwashing Liquid & Antibacterial Hand Soap
- SE Grocers Everything Bagel Seasoning
- SE Grocers Large Spigot Laundry Detergents
Store Brands Editors’ Picks:
- SE Grocers Homestyle Popcorn Chicken Bites
- Know & Love Cabernet Sauvignon
- Prestige Chocolate Trio Premium Ice Cream
- SE Grocers Carnitas Seasoning Mix