Our experts
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.
Mariam Khomasuridze
Position: Professor of Oenology & Vticulture
Company: Georgian Technical University
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Jonathan Kleeman
Position: Group Beverage Manager & Executive Head Sommelier
Company: Tom Sellers' (Hi)Story Group
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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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