We’re definitely not your stereotypical ‘stuffy wine merchant’. Our team consists of a varied and hugely talented group of individuals covering many nationalities, ages and backgrounds. All are passionate about what we do, and pretty amazing at what they do!
DIRECTORS
HAL WILSON
CO-FOUNDER, WINE BUYER, HEAD OF WHOLESALE, LOGISTICS & FINANCE
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?If I were a wine I’d be a vintage Champagne, say Joseph Perrier 2008 Cuvee Royale Brut. Fizzing with creativity, classy yet approachable and always loving a party.
Contact
hal@cambridgewine.com
01954 214528
BRETT TURNER
CO-FOUNDER, WINE BUYER, HEAD OF MARKETING, RETAIL AND WINE BARS
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?I’d be a Champagne, naturally! As a younger man I’d identify an Extra Brut, but these days more a nutty mature Vintage.
Contact
brett@cambridgewine.com
07870 48 28 07
RETAIL
CLIVE PAWSEY
HEAD OF RETAIL
How long have you been with CWM?Originally started with CWM in June 2010, left in 2014, came back in August 2017
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
Sherry – it is such a versatile product, suitable for any occasion. It can be dry or sweet, or anything in between; it can be delicate or full and robust; and is so under-rated and such good value.
Contact
clive.pawsey@cambridgewine.com
07934 298879
BUYERS & WHOLESALE
STEWART TRAVERS
SENIOR BUYER AND PRESTIGE ACCOUNT MANAGER
How long have you been with CWM?Since 2006.
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
Domaine des Trinitès l’Etranger VdF (very old vine Cinsault from Faugères), because I am an outsider and an enigma capable of extraordinary things”.
Contact
stewart@cambridgewine.com
07595411487
JEAN CARLOS GREGA
BEER BUYER, SALES AND LOGISTICS MANAGER
How long have you been with CWM?Since June 2015.
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
Venezuelan Rum because it reminds me of my roots.
Contact
jeancarlos.grega@cambridgewine.com
07595 411489
ROBBIE RUGMAN
ACCOUNT MANAGER
How long have you been with CWM?Since November 2021
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
If I was a wine I would be from the Northern Rhone. Big in body, deep and generous in character with a slight rustic edge. Most importantly approachable and good value for money. Happily, paired with a hearty game roast in the company of family and friends.
Contact
robbie@cambridgewine.com
07706 336333
HEAD OFFICE & ACCOUNTS
ANDREA LINES
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT & PAYROLL
How long have you been with CWM?Since September 2015.
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
I would be a Fleurie wine. Typically light, silky and supple. Floral and fruity. Medium bodied and ages well. Elegance in a glass! I love dressing up for dinner or something special.
Contact
payroll@cambridgewine.com
01954 214528
DANIELA BABOURIS
PURCHASE LEDGER & ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
How long have you been with CWM?Since Jul 2017
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
I would be Odyssée Chardonnay. It is great to share with good food and company, which I love to do too.
Contact
accounts@cambridgewine.com
01954 214528
NIVIA DE SOUZA
SALES LEDGER, CREDIT CONTROL & ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
How long have you been with CWM?Since Feb 2019.
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
I would be an organic Kombucha. Not a quick brew. After some fermentation you will find something different and suitably sophisticated.
Contact
creditcontol@cambridgewine.com
01954 214528
CHRIS KAPLONSKI
DATA ANALYST, IT SUPPORT & SUSTAINABILITY NERD
How long have you been with CWM?Since November 2018.
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
If I were a wine, I’d be a moderately-priced, but corked Burgundy. The sort of wine you have some passing hopes for, but even those, like most hopes and dreams, are destined to be dashed.
BRIDGE STREET BRANCH
CHRISTIAN FELL-CLARK
BRANCH MANAGER
How long have you been with CWM?Since May 2018
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
Chardonnay – it’s my desert island grape. You can make any type of wine with it Sweet – Bubbly – Still. And in a huge range of different styles from huge and oaky to light and crisp!
Contact
bridge@cambridgewine.com
ALEX HOWELL
ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER
How long have you been with CWM?
I joined CWM in June 2019
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
If I was a wine I would be a big beefy wine like a Roaix from the Rhone valley. Quite obvious when you look at me!
KINGS PARADE BRANCH
ROMAIN ALVES DE SOUZA
BRANCH MANAGER
How long have you been with CWM?Since 2015.
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
If I was a grape I would be a Riesling, fresh, versatile and I can be sweet sometimes (haha).
Contact
romain.cambridgewine@gmail.com
01223 309309
JONATHAN POT
ASSISTANT-MANAGER & PRIVATE CLIENTS
How long have you been with CWM?Since January 2021
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
If I were a wine; A magnum of 2003 Krug non-vintage. This was my ‘A-HA’ wine and made me leave the kitchen (I was a chef) into the wine trade. Perfectly complex in every way.
KYRAN SHAKESPEARE
WINE ADVISOR
How long have you been with CWM?
Since April 2022
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
If I were a wine I’d be NV Brut Champagne, very dry and always up for a knees-up.
CHERRY HINTON BRANCH
WILLIAM HEATON
BRANCH MANAGER
How long have you been with CWM?Since August 2013.
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
A wise old Champagne, of a great vintage, bubbly, a bit skittish and fun to be with.
Contact
cherry@cambridgewine.com
01223 214548
OLIVER SEWARD
WINE ADVISOR
How long have you been with CWM?Since Spring 2021.
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
Awaiting an answer.
Contact
cherry@cambridgewine.com
01223 214548
WINE BARS
CHRISTIAN FELL-CLARK
TASTINGS COORDINATOR
How long have you been with CWM?Since May 2018
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
Chardonnay – it’s my desert island grape. You can make any type of wine with it Sweet – Bubbly – Still. And in a huge range of different styles from huge and oaky to light and crisp!
Contact
tastings@cambridgewine.com
CONNOR BALDOCK
BAR STAFF
How long have you been with CWM?Since February 2020
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
Pinot Grigio because I’m cheap but I’ll get the job done!
WAREHOUSE & LOGISTICS
STEVE DAVIES
RETAIL LOGISTICS & GENERAL MAINTENANCE
How long have you been with CWM?Since 2008
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
RC Picpoul de pinet. Absolute elegance and has a fantastic nose!
Contact
steve.davies@cambridgewine.com
EDGAR SANTOS
LOGISTICS ASSISTANT MANAGER
How long have you been with CWM?Since May 2016
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
Port Wine- Because the older the better
Contact
edgar.santos@cambridgewine.com
CARINA DE SOUSA
LOGISTICS & ORDER FULFILMENT
How long have you been with CWM?Since March 2019
If you were a wine (or beer or spirit) what would you be?
The wine I would be is vinho verde, a Portuguese wine that’s light, easy to drink and has a soft frizz.
Contact
orders@cambridgewine.com