Eugene Mlynczyk MW is a judge at the 2025 Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA)
Eugene Mlynczyk MW
Eugene Mlynczyk’s love of wine began in California while studying at Stanford University, where he earned his BA in Painting and Drawing. His interest in wine grew further after his return home to Toronto, Canada, inspired by the emerging local Niagara region. Eugene started studying wine in earnest in the late 1990s and launched a new career in the wine trade in 2001 as he was also completing his WSET Diploma.
Eugene’s role is National Fine Wine Ambassador for Principle Fine Wines, the on-trade luxury team within Arterra Wines Canada (formerly Constellation Brands).
With the support of many, Eugene became a Master of Wine in 2015, currently one of only ten in Canada, and was awarded the Robert Mondavi Winery Award for the most outstanding performance across all the theory papers. His Research Paper topic was on local VQA Sparkling Wines, which are one of his many wine passions.
When he isn’t tasting and talking about wine, Eugene focuses on family activities, and can often be found running in the woods competing in his favourite sport, orienteering.
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