Leading the conversation.

The latest updates — here you will find information on upcoming events, reports on recent events, news and industry insights categorised according to topic. Each month, I will write a conversational post about something interesting I have come across – new technology, approach or wine company – always with a sustainability angle. My aim is to share new and emerging best practices, celebrate those that are developing solutions and encourage us all to embed sustainable practices in our day to day roles.

Posts

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  • Sustainability in Drinks, London 20th October 2026

    I will be at the next SID exhibition on 20th October at Christ Church Spitalfields London. Lots of panel discussions, great expert speakers, workshops and sustainable companies exhibiting from wine producers, packaging manufacturers and sustainability experts – great for learning more about the latest solutions. Also for anyone interested Rooted in Change : The Stories…

  • The Drinks Business : Green Awards

    I will be one of the judges at the forthcoming Drinks Business’ 17th annual Green Awards. Results will be announced at Green Day on 23rd November 2026 in London. Green Day will include panels session on a range of topics including Biodiversity, Sustainability Certifications and Reporting as well as a walk around tasting of Green…

  • Institute of Masters of Wine International Symposium

    I am in the throes of planning my trip to Australia next April 2027 to attend the IMW Symposium in Adelaide 15-18 April. The IMW symposia occur every four years, bringing together 450+ wine professionals from around the world to discuss challenges facing the global wine trade, taste some great and amazing wines and share…

  • Rooted in Change wins the John Avery Award

    Rooted in Change : The Stories Behind Sustainable Wine : Myself and co-author Andy Neather were absolutely delighted when our book was honoured with the prestigious John Avery Award at the 2025 André Simon Food & Drink Book Awards — among the most respected accolades in the culinary and viticultural world. Established in 1978 to honour…