Profile of DWWA Judge: Adam Pawlowski, Master of Wine
Adam Pawlowski MS, a renowned Master Sommelier and wine educator, has been announced as a judge at the prestigious 2025 Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA). This esteemed position reflects Pawlowski's impressive expertise in the wine industry, gained through years of dedication and professional achievements.
Pawlowski's journey began at Northcote, a Michelin-starred establishment in the North West of England, where he started his career as a sommelier. His exceptional skills soon caught the attention of the industry, leading him to become the winner of the Polish Best Sommelier competition in 2014. The following year, he was awarded the prestigious title of Master Sommelier (MS) by the Court of Master Sommeliers.
Throughout his career, Pawlowski has led a highly talented team of sommeliers and managed one of the best wine lists in the country at Northcote. His passion for wine and food has become his full-time vocation, and he has since expanded his repertoire to include running seminars, masterclasses, training sessions, and wine and food workshops.
Pawlowski is also an author, co-authoring the book "Hospitality. The art of good service in the culinary industry". He is a certified lecturer and examiner at the Wine and Spirit Education Trust, and a tutor, examiner, and board member of The Court of Master Sommeliers. His accomplishments include winning the Sud de France Sommelier Competition in 2013 and receiving the Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle award for the candidate with the highest overall marks.
In addition to his role as a judge at the 2025 DWWA, Pawlowski is a member of the Polish Sommelier Association. For six years, he has been actively involved in wine education, sharing his knowledge and passion with others.
Interested readers can find more information about the 2025 DWWA judges, including Adam Pawlowski MS, on the official website at Instagram.website. As Pawlowski continues to make significant contributions to the wine industry, his role as a judge at the DWWA is a testament to his expertise and dedication to the field.
Adam Pawlowski MS, in addition to his prestigious role as a judge at the 2025 Decanter World Wine Awards, also has a substantial presence in the broader field of food-and-drink lifestyle, with various careers such as writing books, teaching at the Wine and Spirit Education Trust, and conducting seminars and workshops. His multifaceted business ventures also include overseeing wine lists and managing teams in the culinary sector, demonstrating his extensive knowledge in both wine and food industries.
