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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.

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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Matthew Fowkes
Matthew Fowkes

Position: Buying Manager

Company: Majestic Wine

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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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Gus Gluck
Gus Gluck

Company: GB Wine Shippers

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Anna Godabrelidze
Anna Godabrelidze

Position: Oenologist, Educator, Presenter & Director of the Faculty Viticulture and Oenology at the Agricultural University of Georgia.

Company: Vinemo, Anemo

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Aldo Graziani
Aldo Graziani

Position: Sommelier

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Robert Grimes
Robert Grimes

Position: Wine Buyer

Company: Ocado

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Gözdem  Gürbüzatik
Gözdem Gürbüzatik

Position: Independent Wine Consultant

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Aleesha Hansel
Aleesha Hansel

Position: Wine Writer

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Luke Harbor
Luke Harbor

Position: Head of WineGroup Beverage Director

Company: The PIG Hotels

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Sandy Harper
Sandy Harper

Position: Cape Wine Master

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