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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - Associate Judge at the “Thessaloniki Wine & Spirits Trophy 2026”




The "Thessaloniki Wine & Spirits Trophy" invites young wine-tasting professionals, to apply for participation as “Associate Judges” in the upcoming competition, taking place on February 25, 26 and 27, 2026 in Thessaloniki.

An exceptional opportunity for winemakers, oenologists, sommeliers, and professionals working in hospitality, retail, trade or wineries to gain hands-on experience in wine and spirits evaluation, develop their tasting skills in a real competition setting and taste alongside acclaimed judges from Greece and abroad.

Why Participate

As Associate Judge:
• You will participate equally at the judging tables throughout the competition.
• You will score all samples. (your scores will not contribute to the results)

The competition will provide:
• All meals during the three competition days (25–27/2), participation in the Seminar on Indigenous Varieties, and the Welcome Dinner on February 24, 2026.
• An invitation to join the judging panel of the 2027 competition as a judge for the Associate Judge with the smallest average deviation from the final table scores.

*Accommodation and travel expenses are not covered by the competition.

The Associate Judge program, successfully implemented since 2018, aims to cultivate the next generation of wine judges, contributing to the development and promotion of high-quality Greek wine and spirits.

Applicants should:
• Be up to 35 years old
Work professionally with wine and/or spirits, at any level — from viticulture and winemaking to retail, hospitality, or trade
• Hold a degree relevant to the field
• Have excellent knowledge of English language

Application Process

Please submit your CV, along with a short statement (up to 100 words) explaining why you wish to participate as an Associate Judge in the “Thessaloniki Wine & Spirits Trophy 2026”.
Applications should be send to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by December 3, 2025.

A total of six (6) Associate Judges will be selected by the Competition’s Organizing Committee:
-5 positions in the Wine section
- 1 position in the Spirits section

The results will be announced on the Competition’s website www.tiwc.gr on December 9, 2025.

We look forward to your participation!

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Contact

17b Politexniou str., 54626, Thessaloniki, Greece
tel: +302310281617
email: info@tiwc.gr
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