The Judging Panel
Headed up by Competition Manager Chris Losh, the awards feature a hand-picked panel of distinguished and experienced judges from the industry, including former senior group buyers, to ensure a robust and credible judging process.
Spirits Judges
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Clem Yates Independent Wine Consultant -
Genna Ash-Brown Editor Dine Out Magazine -
Hal Wilson Co-founder, Wine Buyer, Head of Wholesale, Logistics & Finance Cambridge Wine Merchants -
Helen McGinn Author, Drinks Writer & Presenter -
Liz Coombes Director The Artisan Wine & Spirit Company -
Martin Lam Food, Wine and Restaurant Consultant
No & Low Judges
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Natalie Earl Regional Editor for France (excluding Bordeaux) Decanter -
Patrick Schmitt MW Editor In Chief The Drinks Business -
Ronan Sayburn Master Sommelier The Court of Master Sommeliers -
Sarah Abbott Master of Wine Swirl Wine Group -
Simon Hill Director The Artisan Wine & Spirit Company -
Susy Atkins Wine Writer and Presenter