Christopher Cree began his career in the wine trade in 1979 when he took a year off from his studies to travel through various wine regions. One year became many and since then he has worked in virtually every facet of the wine trade including retail, wholesale, import, restaurant and as an educator. He is currently Director of Education and Retail Wine Sales for the Wine Spectator Grand Award winning Pluckemin Inn. He currently resides in Clinton, NJ.

Current employer: Cree Wine Company

Primary area(s) of work: Trade

Industry sector(s): Buying, Educator, Events, Off trade, On trade, Sales

Specialisms: Direct to consumer, Events, Food and wine pairing, Identifying and meeting consumer demand, Independent retail, Restaurant wines, Training, Wine tourism