Joan Harnish
US / Spain
MBA, MIM, DipWSET, Weinakademiker, WSET Educator, Sommelier, IWA
Co-Founder, Twisted Vines
A native Californian who has spent half her life in Europe and is now based in Spain, Joan
brings a truly international perspective to the judging panel. She is a Weinakademiker,
DipWSET, WSET Certified Educator, Sommelier, and Co-Founder of Twisted Vines, where
she promotes wine education, professional tastings, wine tourism, and balanced viticulture
practices. Combined with an International MBA / MIM, her profile unites academic rigor,
global business insight, and practical expertise. Her evaluations are guided by balance,
typicity, sustainability, and a clear sense of place. She is looking for interesting wines for her
wine courses. 
