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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.

Meltem Coşkun
Meltem Coşkun

Position: Wine Director

Company: Group D.ream

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Peter Crawford
Peter Crawford

Position: Director / Buyer

Company: Sip Champagnes

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Chris Crawford
Chris Crawford

Position: Group general Manager of Beverage

Company: Crown Resorts

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Harry Crowther
Harry Crowther

Position: Wine buyer

Company: Good Pair Days

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Gogi  Dakishvili
Gogi Dakishvili

Position: Founder and Head Winemaker at Dakishvili Family Vineyards

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Sue Daniels
Sue Daniels

Company: Marks & Spencer

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Emma Dawson MW
Emma Dawson MW

Company: Berkmann Wine Cellars

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Sergio De Luca
Sergio De Luca

Company: Enotria & Coe

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Leona  De Pasquale
Leona De Pasquale

Company: Camellia and Vine

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Marina Diaz
Marina Diaz

Position: Group Head Sommelier

Company: Rare Restaurants

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Peter Doherty
Peter Doherty

Position: Assistant Wine Buyer

Company: Hallgarten & Novum Wines

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Andrea Donadio
Andrea Donadio

Position: Co-Founder

Company: Tinte Vinos

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Barbara Drew MW
Barbara Drew MW

Position: Events Manager

Company: Berry Bros & Rudd

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Julie Dupouy
Julie Dupouy

Position: Sommelier

Company: Down2Wine

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Jaba Dzimistarishvili
Jaba Dzimistarishvili

Position: Best sommelier of Georgia 2021

Company: Tbilisi Wine Muzeum

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Christian  Eedes
Christian Eedes

Position: Editor

Company: winemag.co.za

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Jared Ehret
Jared Ehret

Position: Sales Manager

Company: Falcon Vinters

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Maria Elener
Maria Elener

Position: Wine Sourcing & Supplier Manager (Europe)

Company: Off Piste Wines

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