Speakers
Graham Mitchelll
Let the Wine Explorer, who has entertaining stories to tell, lead you on a light-hearted journey through the vineyards of the world, discovering and revealing the mysteries of wine. Graham is the fourth generation in his family to toil in the wine trade. His Great Grandfather, Sir Alfred Bower, established Bower and Company, wine merchants in the City of London in 1879, so you could say that wine is in his blood. A Director of El Vino Company for 6 years, Graham subsequently followed Sir Alfred’s example and set up his own wine business. Graham presents an amusing and interesting presentation on wine, with an array of witty stories and anecdotes from the world of wine together with a ‘mystery wine’ to deduce, to add a little spice to the evening. Graham will take you on a lighthearted journey through the vineyards of the world. Graham is an accomplished, experienced and entertaining speaker. He can also supply a series of interesting wines with a special theme for a particular event. Graham Mitchell, “In a glass of his own”‘
“Graham Mitchell is to wine what Michael Palin is to travel – a sort of Indiana Jones with a corkscrew! Graham has an easy going style where wit, serious comment on wine and charming anecdotes are easily mingled. However, for all the charm the audience is left in no doubt as to his passion and expertise when it comes to wine. With Graham you learn about wine in a matter-of-fact, direct and accessible way. He was excellent.”
Paul Wallace-Woodroffe, President, Ye Olde Leather Bottel Clubbe Annual Dinner 2010
“Graham Mitchell is one of the best speakers that our society has enjoyed for years. He is an engaging guide who shares his knowledge of the mysteries of wine with such a light touch that his audience little realise how much they are learning. Graham’s stories of his adventures in the vineyards are both amusing and entertaining.”
Roger Morton, Standard Chartered Bank Wine Society
