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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.

For more information about becoming an IWSC judge and to apply, please click here. 

Sarah Knowles MW
Sarah Knowles MW

Company: Co-operative

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Jan Konetzki
Jan Konetzki

Position: Creative Director and Founder

Company: Konetzki

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Benadda Kouider
Benadda Kouider

Position: CEO / Champagne Buyer

Company: Champagnesmart

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Malu  Lambert
Malu Lambert

Position: Wine writer

Company: Malu Lambert

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Erin Larkin
Erin Larkin

Position: Independent Wine Writer & Communicator, Reviewer of Australian and New Zealand wines for Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Company: Freelance

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Jono  Le Feuvre
Jono Le Feuvre

Position: Online Content Producer

Company: Han Drinks Solo

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Regine Lee MW
Regine Lee MW

Position: Managing Director

Company: Indigo Wine

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Charlie Leech
Charlie Leech

Position: Buying Assistant

Company: Berry Bros & Rudd

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Richard Lewis
Richard Lewis

Position: Wine Buyer

Company: Majestic

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Demei Li
Demei Li

Position: Professor and Director of Oenology Engineering

Company: Beijing University of Agriculture

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Ben Llewelyn
Ben Llewelyn

Position: Managing Director

Company: Carte Blanche

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Zviad  Loladze
Zviad Loladze

Position: Chief winemaker at Tbilvino

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Cat Lomax
Cat Lomax

Position: Drinks & Drinks Retail Consultant

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Sophia Longhi
Sophia Longhi

Position: Wine writer and communicator

Company: Freelance

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Matthieu Longuère MS
Matthieu Longuère MS

Position: Wine Development Manager

Company: Le Cordon Bleu

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Sophie Lord
Sophie Lord

Position: Head of Wine Buying

Company: Virgin Wines

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William Lowe MW
William Lowe MW

Position: Master Distiller

Company: Cambridge Distillery

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Jorge Lucki
Jorge Lucki

Position: Consultant and Writer

Company: Expovinis / the Académie Internationale du Vin / ValorInveste / Prazeres da Mesa

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