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Independent wine consultancy

Wine Expertise.
Commercial Insight.
Measurable Impact.

Independent wine consultancy helping hospitality businesses, wine producers and private clients make better commercial decisions.

Rolling vineyard rows at sunset

Introducing Andrew

Experience that makes a difference.

Andrew Hawes brings extensive senior leadership experience in the fine wine industry, including as Managing Director of Mentzendorff, a leading UK fine wine distributor connected with Bollinger.

During Andrew's leadership, the business, turnover and profitability  dramatically grew.

Andrew Hawes holding a glass of wine in a private members' bar

EXPERIENCE

40 Years

KNOWLEDGE

Wine & Spirit Education Trust

GROWTH

Business development

Our expertise

Specialist knowledge.
Practical solutions.

Great wine is only part of the equation.

Successful wine businesses need more than exceptional products. They need clear commercial strategies, strong distribution relationships, informed purchasing decisions and a genuine understanding of their customers.

Our approach

Independent thinking. Real-world experience.

  1. 01

    Understand

    We begin by understanding your business, objectives and commercial challenges.

  2. 02

    Advise

    We develop practical recommendations informed by specialist knowledge and commercial experience.

  3. 03

    Deliver

    We help turn recommendations into action, with a focus on measurable outcomes.

Andrew reading a book beside a glass of AIX rosé and a bottle of Ayala

About Andrew

A career built around wine, people and business.

Andrew's experience includes senior leadership at Mentzendorff and a connection with the Bollinger wine business. Working independently, he draws on a trusted network of specialists to deliver advice shaped by your goals — not by a product list.

Discover Andrew's Story

Insights

Perspectives from the wine industry.

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Hospitality · Coming soon

The Commercial Value of a Better Wine List

Market Entry · Coming soon

Entering the UK Wine Market

English Wine · Coming soon

The Future of English Wine

A conversation is a good place to start.

Whether you're looking to improve your hospitality wine programme, develop your presence in the UK market or seek specialist wine advice, Andrew would welcome the opportunity to discuss your requirements.

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