Final Deadline
28 February 2026
Judging
Date
23 & 24 March 2026
Winners Announcement
22 April 2026
Archive for Interviews
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Interviews
Meet the Judges: Nicola D’Ascenzo
An internationally trained sommelier whose journey began in Southern Italy, Nicola evaluates wines through hospitality experience, regional knowledge, and a passion for sharing discovery with guests.
Interviews
Meet the Judges: Shashi Prakash
A hospitality-driven Food & Beverage leader whose passion for wine was shaped in Michelin-starred service, Shashi evaluates wines through storytelling, authenticity, and guest experience.
Interviews
Meet the Judges: Sara Muirhead
A Master of Wine with deep judging and educational experience, Sara evaluates wines through precision, value, sustainability awareness, and clear relevance to the UK market.
Interviews
Meet the Judges: Paul Grimwood
A pioneering importer and Spanish wine specialist, Paul evaluates wines through authenticity, regional identity, and their ability to connect UK consumers with Spain’s evolving wine landscape.
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Meet the Judges: Seray Kocaemre
A globally minded wine professional with strong commercial insight, Seray evaluates wines through balance, clarity, and relevance to today’s international wine market.
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Meet the Judges: Anastasios Karakasis
A Master Sommelier with a global perspective, Anastasios evaluates wines through the lens of balance, typicity, and real-world performance across diverse on-trade environments.
Interviews
Meet the Judges: Elizabeth Mellish
A hospitality-led wine director with a sharp commercial eye, Elizabeth evaluates wines through balance, guest experience, and their ability to perform on modern wine lists.
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Meet the Judges: Joanna Nerantzi
A detail-driven wine professional with a strong educational foundation, Joanna evaluates wines through balance, typicity, and their ability to perform in real trade environments.
Interviews
Meet the Judges: Daniele Palomba
A hospitality-driven sommelier with a strong commercial lens, Daniele evaluates wines based on balance, clarity, and their ability to perform on real wine lists.