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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.

Sarah Knowles MW
Sarah Knowles MW

Company: Co-operative

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Jan Konetzki
Jan Konetzki

Position: Creative Director and Founder

Company: Konetzki

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Bennada Kouider
Bennada Kouider

Position: CEO / Champagne Buyer

Company: Champagnesmart

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Mateusz Kowalczyk
Mateusz Kowalczyk

Position: Sommelier/Wine Buyer & Business Development Manager

Company: Kai Mayfai & Enotria

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Lucas Kussmaul
Lucas Kussmaul

Company: Identity Drinks

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Malu  Lambert
Malu Lambert

Position: Wine writer

Company: Malu Lambert

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Erin Larkin
Erin Larkin

Position: Independent Wine Writer & Communicator, Reviewer of Australian and New Zealand wines for Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Company: Freelance

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Nick Larsson-Bell
Nick Larsson-Bell

Position: Buyer

Company: Harvey Nicholls

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Jono  Le Feuvre
Jono Le Feuvre

Position: Online Content Producer

Company: Han Drinks Solo

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Regine Lee MW
Regine Lee MW

Position: Managing Director

Company: Indigo Wine

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Charlie Leech
Charlie Leech

Position: Buying Assistant

Company: Berry Bros & Rudd

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Rosie Lees
Rosie Lees

Position: Writer & Co-founder

Company: Nineteen94, Lecce Cocktail Week

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Richard Legg
Richard Legg

Position: Spirits Consultant

Company: Distilled Knowledge

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Billy Leighton
Billy Leighton

Position: Chief Blender

Company: Irish Distillers - Central Laboratory

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Richard Lewis
Richard Lewis

Position: Wine Buyer

Company: Majestic

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Daniele Liberati
Daniele Liberati

Position: Brand Manager

Company: Samaroli

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Josh  Linfitt
Josh Linfitt

Position: Bar manager

Company: Ugly butterfly

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