Becoming a Master of Wine, China, and Advice for New Investors w/ Alun Griffiths MW
The Wine Investing PodcastShow Notes
In this episode, Callum is joined by Alun Griffiths MW, a wine industry legend, and member of WineFi's investment committee.
Alun has spent 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, before moving to Berry Brothers & Rudd in 1992 where he eventually became Buying Director and head of their entire wine business.
Callum and Alun discuss his career, becoming an "MW", China's relationship with wine, and his views on wine as an investment.
Links
1. Callum on LinkedIn
2. Alun on the "Masters of Wine" website.
3. WineFi Website
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