Sommeliers Choice Awards just welcomed Master Sommelier Morgan Harris to the judging panel of the 2024 edition, scheduled to be held in Chicago on May 21st, 2024.

With an impressive track record of over 15 years in the hospitality sector, Morgan Harris MS brings years of experience to the table. His journey, marked by a decade in New York City's wine bar and fine dining scene, has culminated in his current role as the Head Sommelier at the Michelin-starred Angler in San Francisco.

Morgan's proficiency extends beyond the confines of traditional sommelier duties. Engaging in freelance work in F&B marketing and communications adds to his expertise in private cellar management, and showcases his versatile skill set and strategic approach to the industry.

Recognized as a Master Sommelier since 2018, Morgan Harris is dedicated to promoting exceptional wines as one of the planet's premier agricultural products. His commitment is evident not only in his daily responsibilities but also in his frequent writings and educational ventures.

As we get closer to the 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards, we are certain his involvement adds a layer of expertise and credibility to SCA's judging panel.

Here are some of the judges who will participate in the 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards

Wayne Belding MS, Master Sommelier and Partner at Preferably, Colorado. 

Peter Granoff MS, Master Sommelier, Wine Educator, Speaker, Entrepreneur, San Francisco. 

Brian Koziol MS, Master Sommelier at Maverick Beverage Company, Chicago. 

Rachel Lowe, Director of Beverage for Levy Restaurants. 

Alexander Powell MS, Master Sommelier and Senior Wine Manager at Grill 23 & Bar, Boston. 

Lisa Selman CSS, Alchemy Room Beverage Director. 

Kyungmoon Kim MS, Master Sommelier. 

Vincent Morrow MS, Master Sommelier and Wine Director at PRESS Napa Valley, San Francisco. 

Brandon Tebbe, MS, Master Sommelier. 

Serafin Alvarado MS, Master Sommelier and Director of Wine Education at Southern Wine & Spirits. 

Jeremy Shanker MS, Corporate Wine Director at Mina Group and Master Sommelier. Scott Barber, President at Green Pin Wines. 

Larissa C Dubose, National Director Beverages- Dining Division at Paradies Lagardère and Wine Enthusiast Magazine Future 40, Vino Volo National Buyer. 

Brandon Bierlein, Director of Food & Beverage, Talbott Hotel Chicago. 

Guillermo Bravo, Beverage Director at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Chicago. 

Allison Curatolo, Wine Director RPM Italian Las Vegas. 

Anika Ellison, Wine Manager, Swift & Sons Steakhouse, Chicago. 

Jamie Harrison Rubin, Procurement & Placements at Culinary Conservatory. 

Colin Hofer, General Manager of Restaurants, Four Seasons Chicago. 

Jennifer Knott, Director of Beverage for Levy at Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

You can see full list of sommeliers here.

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Sommeliers Choice Awards is organized by Beverage Trade Network. Beverage Trade Network (BTN) is a global media and B2B networking platform servicing suppliers, buyers, and beverage professionals in the global beverage industry. BTN also owns BevRoute, a magazine for Importers and Distributors, and runs a lineup of trade shows around the world which includes  USA Trade Tasting in New York,  IBWSS UK  in London,  and IBWSS USA  in San Francisco. Beverage Trade Network also owns and runs the London Wine Competition, London Beer Competition, London Spirits Competition, and USA Wine Ratings.