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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.

For more information about becoming an IWSC judge and to apply, please click here. 

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: Master Blender Emeritus

Company: Irish Distillers

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Richard Lewis
Richard Lewis

Position: Wine Buyer

Company: Majestic

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Demei Li
Demei Li

Position: Professor and Director of Oenology Engineering

Company: Beijing University of Agriculture

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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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Ben Llewelyn
Ben Llewelyn

Position: Managing Director

Company: Carte Blanche

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Matias Llobet
Matias Llobet

Position: Former Master Distiller

Company: Miguel Torres SA

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Jessica Lock
Jessica Lock

Position: Senior Spirit Buyer

Company: Sainsbury's

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Zviad  Loladze
Zviad Loladze

Position: Chief winemaker at Tbilvino

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