Linda Jotham became a Master of Wine in 2001, being awarded the Bollinger Medal for Excellence in Wine Tasting and the Tim Derouet Memorial Foundation Award as best overall candidate. After a period working for Mentzendorff, a major UK wine importer, she now runs her own business, offering wine education, cellar consultancy and related services to individuals and corporate businesses. She is Chair of the IMW's Governance Committee and a member of its Continuing Professional Development Committee, having previously held a wide range of Education-related roles in the Institute and having served on the IMW Council. Prior to pursuing a career in wine, Linda practised law in the City of London and in international commerce. She is Fellow Emeritus of The City Law School, City St George's, University of London and formerly (now retired) a senior lecturer in Legal Practice and Associate Dean (Employability & Engagement) of The City Law School. She is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and holds an MA (Distinction) in Learning, Teaching and Assessment in Higher Education. She is a law and languages graduate of Cambridge University.

Industry sector(s): Consultant, Educator, Wine judge

Wine styles: Champagne, Still wines

Wine region expertise: Alsace, Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, England, France, Oregon, South America, Tuscany, Washington

Specialisms: Food and wine pairing, Marketing wine, Restaurant wines, Wine and health, Wine labels, Wine laws and regulations, Wine judging