Wine Judging Committee

What is the Judging Committee?

These senior judges are at the forefront of the judging process

Tasked with leading each of the judging days, the committee oversees all panel chairs and judges, and re-tastes every Gold medal-winning wine for final endorsement. Meet our 2024 committee below.

Sarah Abbott MW
Sarah Abbott MW

Position: Member of the Wine Judging Committee

Company: Swirl Wine Group Ltd

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Essi  Avellan MW
Essi Avellan MW

Position: Member of the Wine Judging Committee

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Alistair Cooper MW
Alistair Cooper MW

Position: Member of the Wine Judging Committee

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John Hoskins MW
John Hoskins MW

Company: The Old Bridge

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Alex Hunt MW
Alex Hunt MW

Position: Member of the Wine Judging Committee

Company: Berkmann Wine Cellars

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Mick O'Connell MW
Mick O'Connell MW

Position: Member of the Wine Judging Committee

Company: Findlater & Co

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Dirceu Vianna Junior MW
Dirceu Vianna Junior MW

Position: Member of the Wine Judging Committee

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