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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.

David Round MW
David Round MW

Company: Round About Wine

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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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Giorgi Samanishvili
Giorgi Samanishvili

Position: Wine Consultant and Oenology lecturer

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Ana Sapungiu MW
Ana Sapungiu MW

Position: Head Buyer

Company: Oddbins

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Bernhard Schaefer
Bernhard Schaefer

Company: European Network of Spirit Experts

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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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Emily  Shephard
Emily Shephard

Position: General Manager

Company: The Ethicurean

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Yuri Shima
Yuri Shima

Position: Wine Journalist

Company: Forbes Japan

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Cristian Silenzi
Cristian Silenzi

Position: Head Mixologist

Company: Corinthia London

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