Our experts

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.

Racheal Vaughan Jones
Racheal Vaughan Jones

Position: Drinks SME Expert

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Dirceu Vianna Junior MW
Dirceu Vianna Junior MW

Position: Member of the Wine Judging Committee

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Camille Vidal
Camille Vidal

Company: Mindful Drinking

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Emma Walker
Emma Walker

Position: Master Blender

Company: Johnny Walker

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Demetri Walters MW
Demetri Walters MW

Position: Independent Wine Consultant

Company: Demetri Walters Wine

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Janet Wang
Janet Wang

Position: Consultant

Company: Wine Peek, Author of Chineese Wine Renaissance

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Tom Ward
Tom Ward

Company: The Wise Bartender

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Olivier Ward
Olivier Ward

Position: Member of the Spirits Judging Committee

Company: Journalist & Spirits Consultant

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Jean Wareing MW
Jean Wareing MW

Position: Marketing Wine

Company: Alliance Wine

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Rosemary Williams
Rosemary Williams

Position: Champagne & Sparkling Wine Buyer

Company: Sainsbury

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