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.
Mrs. Rojita Tiwari
Global Wine & Spirits Consultant | Writer|Educator | Sommelier | Founder of Drinks & Destinations | Brand Advisor – Indian Agave Spirits | International Judge | WSET Certified
Mr. Amit Goel
Entrepreneur & Director, Rad Elan Distributors | International Juror, India International Wine & Spirits Challenge | 18+ Years Industry Veteran | Premium Beverage Specialist
Mr. Sharad Agarwal
Category Head - Liquor at April Moon Retail | Specialist in Indian Travel Retail & Luxury Spirits | 20+ Years Driving Revenue for Global Brands (Bacardi, Beam Global, etc)
Entrepreneur & Founder - H. S. Oberoi Spirits | Importer and Distributer
Mr. Aditya Khot
India’s 1st WSET Certified Beer Educator | WSET Certified Spirits Educator | Beverage Consultant | Beer & Spirits Trainer, Tulleeho
Ms Tanvi Garg
Whisky & Gin Production Specialist | M.Sc. Brewing & Distilling | John Distilleries Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Ajoy Shaw
First Indian to complete Diploma WSET in Wines and Spirits | Consultant Winemaker & Wine Professional | Former Chief Winemaker & Vice President, Sula Vineyards | Director, Plateaux Vintners
Ms. Krity Malhotra
India’s First Female Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers, UK) | Sommelier, Spirits & Wine Educator | Head of Business – Education, Tulleeho
Mr. Dhun Thacker
Chairman, Shanishvara Alcobev Asia Pvt Ltd & Shanico Breweries | Importer and Distributer
