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Justin Moore, Wine Director at Rose's Restaurant Group, to Judge 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards

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03/01/2024 Meet Justin Moore, Master Sommelier and Wine Director at Rose's Restaurant Group. He is bringing his unique expertise to judge the 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards this May in Chicago.

Justin’s name stands out in the wine industry as a successful Master Sommelier and Wine Director at Rose's Restaurant Group in Washington DC. With a remarkable career spanning various iconic establishments, Justin has now added another feather to his cap – as a judge for the upcoming 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards.

With experience ranging from Las Vegas to Aspen and Nashville, Justin's career reflects a breadth of exposure in various dining settings. As the Wine Director at Rose's Restaurant Group, he has strategically enhanced the wine programs, emphasizing a narrative with each sip to lift up the overall dining experience.

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Justin's commitment to wines is evident through his understanding of the art of pairing, contributing to Rose's establishment as a preferred destination for wine enthusiasts and gastronomes. His selection as a judge for the 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards underscores his unparalleled expertise, cultivated through managing diverse wine programs and consulting within the industry.

Beyond his judging responsibilities, Justin maintains a significant presence in the wine industry, extending his influence from curating private collections to handling estate liquidation. His dedication to every aspect of the wine experience is notable, whether catering to casual evenings or high-profile events.

As we acknowledge Justin Moore's new role as a judge at the 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards, we celebrate his years of dedication, expertise, and passion. His journey serves as an inspiration for every wine aspirant.

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 MSm 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

KRISTIN FRANCESCO, Sommelier at Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, 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

JOSH KING, Director of Food and Beverage, Virgin Hotels, Chicago

JOHN MARAFFA, Corporate Beverage Manager, Morton's The Steakhouse | Strip House Steakhouse & Cocktail Lounge | Morton's Grille

JON MCDANIEL, Founder & CEO of Ottantadu

TIFFANY TOBEY, Owner and Sommelier, Tiffany's Toast, Dallas, Texas

View the full panel of the 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards judges here.

Looking to grow your wine brand in the on-premise channel of the USA?

The 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards are accepting entries now. It's open for both international and domestic wines. Your entered wines will receive scores, tasting notes, and feedback from expert judges.

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Take advantage of the early bird pricing that's on till January 31, 2024. Here are the winning benefits of entering the 2024 competition and detailed steps on how to enter.

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.

A unique opportunity to present your wines to America's top sommeliers. The wine scores are benchmarked for on-premise channels by top sommeliers, master sommeliers, wine directors and restaurant wine buyers. Submission deadline is April 30, 2024.