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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.

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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Heidi Duminy CWM
Heidi Duminy CWM

Position: Principal

Company: Cape Wine Academy

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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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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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Matteo Furlan
Matteo Furlan

Position: Head of Wine

Company: The Dorchester Hotel

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Samantha Glanfield
Samantha Glanfield

Position: Senior Wine Buyer

Company: Sainsbury's

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