The spirit of wine
Mark Deamer
A first job as a sommelier at Maggiore's restaurant paved the way for a glittering career for Mark Deamer, who has now been involved with the wine and spirits world for 20 years. From there he went on to become an Executive Sommelier at two award winning gastropub chains, and now he's venturing into the world of consultancy. The less eloquent might say he has a gob he finds hard to keep shut. He would say it's because he speaks with a passion that is heartfelt. Hopefully with some wit and interest too.
Earth, wind & fear
09-07-2011 | Category: OpinionsThere's a hint of schitzophrenia creeping into the drinks trade and I am wondering if anyone else has noticed it? » More
Home Alone
30-05-2011 | Category: Spirits & Cocktails Mixers & Soft drinks England Tastings Events Business WinesSo here I am pondering the decline of LIWF ( the 'L' is for London........that's London, England) and it hits me................Where da English Wine at? » More
Tasting Psycholgy
21-03-2011 | Category: Tastings Opinions Eventswhat happens when you tinker with a well trodden format? » More
A New Year. Out With The Old and in with the.........Old
16-01-2011 | Category: Opinions Business WinesWhen you are putting your next wine list together, how many of those wines will actually be new? Is the golden age of wine choice dead? » More
The best Form of Defence Is Attack
22-07-2010 | Category: Opinions WinesHe may be editor but someone has to stand up to him. Typicity is as important to wine as air is to breathing. But who says we (the Sommelier) do not like fun and new eh Chris??? » More
I Am The Lord Of Hellfire And I Bring You.............
01-07-2010 | Category: Opinions Events Winessummer Wine Tasting. Christ it was hot. » More
Yours Sincerely, Outraged of London
22-05-2010 | Category: Opinions WinesI am about to let off steam. I am probably going to sound like I am biting the hand that has fed me. I am! » More
