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MEET THE JUDGES

Recruited for their unrivalled expertise, the IWSC judges are at the heart of our awards

Our judges assess every glass put in front of them methodically to ensure a fair and true result, tasting and discussing each entry alongside the rest of the panel. Our panels consist of experts and influencers from every sector of the drinks trade, from buyers, importers and distributors to the specialists making and serving the drinks. View our judges below.

Andreas Rosendal
Andreas Rosendal

Company: Grantley Hall

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David Round MW
David Round MW

Position: Owner, Director

Company: Round About Wine, Pix

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Clara Rubin
Clara Rubin

Position: Wine Director

Company: Hawksmoor Restaurants

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Christine  Rudman
Christine Rudman

Position: Cape Wine Master/Journalist/Wine Consultant

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Xenia Ruscombe-King MW
Xenia Ruscombe-King MW

Position: Wine Buyer

Company: Waitrose Cellar

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Giorgi Samanishvili
Giorgi Samanishvili

Position: Wine Consultant and Oenology lecturer

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Ann Samuelsen
Ann Samuelsen

Position: Independent Wine & Spirit Professional

Company: Freelance

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Mattia Scarpazza
Mattia Scarpazza

Position: Sommelier

Company: 67 Pall Mall

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Bernhard Schaefer
Bernhard Schaefer

Company: European Network of Spirit Experts

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Anna Sebastian
Anna Sebastian

Position: Hospitality Consultant

Company: Anna Sebastian Hospitality

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Massimo Serpelloni
Massimo Serpelloni

Position: Bar Manager

Company: Cahoots London

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Victoria Sharples
Victoria Sharples

Company: St John Wines

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Andrew Shaw
Andrew Shaw

Position: Wine Director

Company: Coterie Holdings

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Emily  Shephard
Emily Shephard

Position: General Manager

Company: The Ethicurean

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