The Sommeliers Choice Awards proudly welcomes Heather Durham-Birley, Kat Hawkins, and Greg Spalding to its 2026 judging panel — a trio of accomplished wine professionals who bring education, leadership, and service excellence to the competition.
Rob Kuchar is the co-founder and owner of Wine Water, an innovative beverage that fuses wine and pure sparkling water to create a first-of-its-kind category.
Rachael Madori is here to tell the beautiful story that is wine. She is happy to romanticize it because that’s how she sees every bottle, with someone holding grapes and a vision.
Master Sommelier & Vice President of Wine & Beverage Experiences at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants gives insights into running a successful wine program