Manuel Louzada  Managing Director Working at the estate since 2019 ALMAVIVA Puente Alto, Chile Gerda: You have told once in an interview that creativity is the most powerful energy that you have. Can you tell us more about you ……..  Manuel Louzada: I was born in Portugal into a family that has been dedicated to the […]

Max Lalondrelle Managing Director – Fine Wines buyer Berry Bros & Rudd After the intense week of Primeurs tastings, I had the opportunity to have a conversation with Max Lalondrelle, who kindly agreed to an interview over lunch. Max is one of the most well-known buyers on the Place de Bordeaux and the Managing Director […]

Sam Assaad MISA IMPORTS You and Your company   Gerda: Could you please introduce your personal background and what led you to become interested in wine? Sam Assaad: I have a university degree in mathematics and marketing. As part of my marketing objectives, I made a presentation on wine and was immediately recruited by a […]

Peter Maude Peter Maude Fine Wines You and Your company   Gerda: Could you please introduce your personal background and why wine? Peter Maude: I started my career at the Bank of New Zealand in 1957 as a junior in a little country town Hamilton. I enjoyed my life by playing tennis, cricket, golf and of […]

Min-Woo Lee Vinotheque, Korea You and Your company   Gerda: Could you please introduce your personal background and why wine? Min-Woo Lee: I founded an IT company with my 3 university friends in 2000. In 2004, I left the company for new life. Before finding a new job and making any further decision I decided to […]

Julian Poh CEO Bordeaux Liquid Gold You and Your company   Gerda: Could you please introduce your personal background and why wine? Julian Poh: Good question! I worked in a hotel in Bali in 1998. In 2000 I came back to Singapore because a friend offered me a job with him in his wine business. […]

Jeff Zacharia CEO Zachys Wine International  You and your company   Gerda: Could you please introduce your personal background and explain what led you to become interested in wine? Jeff Zacharia: I joined the company in 1983 and I am the 3rd generation in Zachys Wine International. My grandfather started the company in 1944. My […]

Daniel Basler Director VINUM SA Some clients can become loyal friends, with whom it is possible to share both memorable moments around beautiful bottles and deep discussions about all aspects of our wonderful industry. I am talking about genuine exchanges, even on sensitive topics, deep conversations with trust and mutual respect. Daniel Basler, Director of […]