43 years in the wine trade, primarily in a retail capacity for the first 11 years, becoming Wine Buyer for both Fortnum and Mason and Harrods, moved to Berry Brothers & Rudd in 1992. Ran their Duty Free business for 2 years before taking over full control of the wine division in 1996. Took a position with a major Chinese wine importer in 2013 as International Director. => Experienced in retail, buying, education and event management. Retired in April 2020.

Primary area(s) of work: Retired

Industry sector(s): Marketing, Sales, Educator, Consultant, Wine judge

Wine styles: Champagne, Sweet wines, Fortified wines, Port, Still wines

Wine region expertise: New Zealand, Alsace, Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone, Champagne

Market expertise: China

Specialisms: Marketing wine, Supplier/customer relationships, Distribution, Food and wine pairing, Branding, Wine judging