Our Judges
Industry Leaders. Technical Experts. Trusted Voices.
The India International Wine Competition is distinguished by a panel of the world’s most respected wine authorities, carefully selected to bring unparalleled expertise, credibility and global perspective to every tasting.
DipWset, WSET L3 in wines, WSET L1 in Sake, Senior Marketing & Export Manager at Grover Zampa vineyards
Mr. Amber Deshmukh
Advanced Sommelier, CMS | SAI-ASI Best Sommelier of India 2025 | Italian Wine Scholar | Moinca Alcobev
Mr. Kevin Rodrigues
Advanced Sommelier (CMS) | India’s Best Sommelier 2024 | Head of Wines – EHV International (Indian Accent, Comorin, HOSA)
Ms. Krity Malhotra
India’s First Female Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers, UK) | Sommelier, Spirits & Wine Educator | Head of Business – Education, Tulleeho
Mr. Ajoy Shaw
First Indian to complete Diploma WSET in Wines and Spirits | Former Chief Winemaker & Vice President, Sula Vineyards | Director, Plateaux Vintners
Category Head - Liquor at April Moon Retail | Specialist in Indian Travel Retail & Luxury Spirits | 20+ Years Driving Revenue for Global Brands
Chairman, Shanishvara Alcobev Asia Pvt Ltd & Shanico Breweries
Mr. Kunal Kaul
DipWSET, MSS, CSW | India’s First Master Sake Sommelier | Founder & Educator, Grape Xpectations | Vice President – India, International Tequila Academy | WSET Certified Educator & Spirits Specialist