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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.

Timothy Falzon
Timothy Falzon

Position: Assistant General Manager

Company: Laki Kane

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Emma Farrelly
Emma Farrelly

Position: Director of Wine

Company: State Buildings & Como The Treasury

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Siobhan Feeley
Siobhan Feeley

Position: Distiller

Company: Sacred Spirits

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Giovanni Ferlito
Giovanni Ferlito

Position: Head of Wine and Beverage

Company: The Ritz London

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Michael Fichtner
Michael Fichtner

Position: Whisky Sommelier

Company: Coburg Bar at the Connaught Hotel

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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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Julia Forte
Julia Forte

Company: The Gin Club

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Michael Foster
Michael Foster

Position: Global Brand Ambassador

Company: Belvedere Vodka

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Matteo Furlan
Matteo Furlan

Position: Head of Wine

Company: The Dorchester Hotel

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Dhavall  Gandhi
Dhavall Gandhi

Position: Managing Director & Master Blender

Company: Dhavall Gandhi Whisky

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Lois Gauthier
Lois Gauthier

Position: Distilling and Liquid Innovation Manager

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Mark Gillespie
Mark Gillespie

Position: Journalist

Company: Whisky cast

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Anthony Gladman
Anthony Gladman

Position: Writer

Company: Writer

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