James founded Handford Wines in 1989. The aim was to bring wines of character, charm and a true representation of their origin to the good people of Holland Park. When the opportunity arose to take over the old site of La Vigneronne in South Kensington it was an easy decision; even finer wines flowed but the philosophy of tasting the difference remains. James became an MW in 1994, one of the youngest Masters at the time.

Joining us in 2000 as the Marketing Manager for Fine Wines, Greg, now our Senior Buyer, is the man travelling the four corners to find you the most finely crafted and sought after wines in the world. Completed the prestigious Master of Wine exams in 2007.

Gav first arrived to manage the Holland Park shop which we sadly shut in 2007. Now, the glue that holds the whole operation together, you’ll find him running everything from our Marketing through to our maintenance.

Celia fell in love with the wine trade during an internship in Pauillac and still has a soft spot for fine left-bank wines. though she also loves more modern, funky wines. Now in charge of the shop... and is possibly the only person that knows where Greg is.

An Aussie with an unsurprising fondness for Margaret River wines, Laurie joined Handfords in 2016 and completed his WSET Diploma in 2018. As well as helping people find amazing wines, Laurie also manages the internet and social networking side of the business.

Helen joined the team in March 2019.

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