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Oz Clarke received his OBE medal from King Charles at Buckingham Palace this week. One of the world's most-loved wine writers and presenters, Oz has authored over 30 book titles. "On behalf of all the members of the Circle of Wine Writers I would like to congratulate you on your OBE award - I cannot think of anyone else in the wine world that deserves this more," says Chairperson of the Circle,...

Edan Barulfan is an Israeli wine writer, educator, consultant and wine judge. He began wine writing for the Israeli publication Grape Man, where he continues to write as a member of the editorial board today. Combining his day job as a lawyer with the world of wine, Edan has gained strong expertise on Israeli and international wine legislation and published a book on regional wine classificatio...

Circle members Anne Krebiehl MW and Amanda Barnes have been shortlisted for 2024 IWSC Wine Communicator Trophy. Judges described Krebiehl as "a real role model and a natural storyteller who attracted many people into wine", and Barnes as "on an impressive career track and has become an inspiration for a lot of people in the world of wine". They are shortlisted with Agustina de Alba, Essi Ave...

Linda Galloway began her writing career as a news and features journalist in South Africa, where her wine education also started. Living on the doorstep of the Cape Winelands in the 1980s and 90s was the perfect introduction to an industry on the brink of exciting growth and development. Pursuing her career, she moved to London and was appointed chief sub-editor of the Weekend section of The Ti...

Circle member Wendy Narby has launched a new seasonal recipe collection for plant-based wine enthusiasts with fellow wine expert Sally Evans. Wine and 2 Veg is a website that serves as both recipe ideas and a guide on optimally pairing plant-based dishes with wine, reflecting the authors' health-conscious and holistic approach to wine consumption. Narby is a leading Bordeaux Wine Educator an...

Cindy Rynning has been writing about wine, food and travel on her award-winning blog, Grape Experiences, since 2011. She holds the WSET 3 certification and with her experience as a classroom teacher and a law librarian, she believes educating others using a variety of strategies is key. The content of wine is no exception and Cindy is diligent in finding a variety of ways to educate others. ...

Jamie Knee, also known as Petite Wine Traveler, is a passionate global wine communicator. With a love for wine, wine travel, and the wine lifestyle, she shares her knowledge and excitement worldwide. A wine speaker, writer, educator, and blogger, Jamie's influence spans countries and cultures, inspiring others to embrace wine. Based in Santa Barbara County, she hosts diverse wine education expe...

Fred Nijhuis is a self-confessed wine lover, wine writer, romantic realist and a critic when necessary. His career in wine started some 40 years ago when he started asking, “Why and how?”, a question that still keeps him busy. After working exclusively for a wine magazine for several years, he became an independent professional and specialises in Italian wines, educational workshops and tailor-...

Wine writer Sander de Vaan has released his latest book, Wijngids Frankrijk (Wineguide France, Edicola Publishers). Now available in Dutch in the Netherlands and Belgium, the book details the wine regions of France (including Corsica) with a special focus on some 130 "vignerons", from Château Margaux, Lynch Bages and Mouton-Rothschild to small producers all over the country. Apart from Frenc...

Luisa Welch is a wine educator, wine judge and wine writer. She holds the WSET Diploma in Wine & Spirits and the WSET Sake1 and is a member of AWE (Association of Wine Educators). She set up Euposia Wine Education 20 years ago as an aside to her main job in food, drink and hospitality marketing, but wine has since become her main occupation. She runs three wine groups in person and one on lin...