Paul Howard

Areas of speciality:

Wine writing

Corporate Events

Bespoke Tastings & Lectures

Public and WSET Courses

Food & Wine Matching

Dinner Party and wine advice

Paul’s interest in wine was first sparked some 20 years ago on a wine-tasting holiday in Burgundy. Since then he has travelled frequently to the world's wine regions and regularly attends tastings in the UK.

While Burgundy remains his first love, he regularly visits other French regions such as Champagne, Loire, Rhône, Alsace, Bordeaux, Languedoc and Cognac. He has also been fortunate to visit many wine regions in other European countries such as Italy, Spain and Greece. Further afield, California and the lesser known vineyards of New York State and Canada have all been explored. His wine experience has therefore been gained first hand and enables him to keep up with the latest developments and communicate a sense of place.

New Zealand’s wineries were visited in the autumn of 2005 thanks to being awarded the prestigious Wine Trade Club Paten Scholarship while studying for the WSET Diploma in Wines and Spirits, which he passed at Honours level.

A particular specialist subject is Biodynamics, a fascinating and environmentally-friendly agricultural philosophy which is gaining ground among many of the world’s top wine producers. He is also a member of Slow Food, the international organisation that promotes food and wine culture, encourages regional artisan produce and defends biodiversity.

Paul’s career background is in marketing and sales and he has an MBA in Business Strategy. Corporate clients appreciate this mix of wine knowledge and business understanding. Public courses at all levels are taught in Leeds and he also is a WSET recommended tutor.

Whether talking to corporate or public audiences, his informal style and infectious enthusiasm ensures an enjoyable time for all participants regardless of whether they are novice or expert. After all, wine is fun!

11 Station Road, Cullingworth, West Yorkshire. BD13 5HN

+44 (0) 7967 874 198