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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.

Katie Exton
Katie Exton

Company: Lorne Restaurant

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Emma Farrelly
Emma Farrelly

Position: Director of Wine

Company: state Buildings & Como The Treasury

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Giovanni Ferlito
Giovanni Ferlito

Position: Head of Wine and Beverage

Company: The Ritz London

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Simon Field MW
Simon Field MW

Position: Freelance Consultant

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Spencer  Fondaumiere
Spencer Fondaumiere

Position: Founder & Director

Company: Wineyard East Africa

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Miranda Fong
Miranda Fong

Position: Wine buyer

Company: Graft Wines

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Bernard  Fontanna
Bernard Fontanna

Company: Origin Wines

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Samantha Glanfield
Samantha Glanfield

Position: Senior Wine Buyer

Company: Sainsbury's

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Gus Gluck
Gus Gluck

Company: GB Wine Shippers

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Anna Godabrelidze
Anna Godabrelidze

Position: Director Viticulture and Oenology

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Luke Harbor
Luke Harbor

Company: The PIG Hotels

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Luke Harbor
Luke Harbor

Position: Head Of Wine

Company: THE PIG Hotels

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Johannes Hartmann-Frost
Johannes Hartmann-Frost

Position: Food and Beverage Director

Company: Macakizi Hotel

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