
James Simpson MW
Became an MW 1992
Based in United Kingdom
Languages English
Educated at King's Canterbury and Pembroke College Cambridge (playing university 2nd & 3rd XV rugby and competing for Cambridge in the Varsity Tasting Match). Joined the wine trade with Mentzendorff in 1986 and subsequently moved to Pol Roger Ltd in 1993.
Industry sector(s): Agency/Importer
Wine styles: Champagne
Wine region expertise: Champagne
Market expertise: France, North America, Spain
Specialisms: Branding, Distribution, Financial and commercial structures, Identifying and meeting consumer demand, Importation, Marketing wine, Supplier/customer relationships