MEET THE TEAM

Dale Gatcumis a seasoned pro and a proud Kiwi whose passion for wines has come from owning & managing a successful London restaurant, cultivating his own grapes for his wine 'Spes Unica', (made in conjuction with Florian Benoit at Domaine Champs Blancs) and currently working as Sales Director for an establised Irish Firm, Premier International Beer & Wine Wholesalers, not to mention a resume that spreads across many of Ireland's Key Wine Importers. In his spare time he's also UK & Irish Sales Manager for Ste Michelle Wine Estates in (conjunction with Premier International) and an Ambassador for Washington State Wines. Dale's practical and matter-of-fact insight gives students a refreshing and clean cut understanding.

Liam Campbell is a prolific wine writer/critic, journalist and judge working with many titles including The Dubliner Magazine and is a member of the Irish Guild of Sommeliers since September 2003. Liam has also aided in the implimentation of many other courses across the country and follows the WSET guidelines to a 'T', leaving nothing to spare. His reveared and much envied knowledge is second to none and gives The Wine School a very personal touch, with hands-on experience of specific vineyards, processes and regional descriptions that can only come from first-hand knowledge in the field. Liam leaves no stone unturned and has a wealth of knowledge and passion that conveys easily to our students. Be warned! - You're in for a long evening of tasting when Liam's around!