Rob is a wine and beer professional that started his career into this field over 8 years ago at the recommendation of his late father over family dinner.

At the time Rob had closed up an IT solutions company he had with a less than scrupulous partner and was deliberating pursuing Project Management. During a dinner visit with his late father it was suggested to him that he get into the wine and beer field due to his extensive hospitality background.

"I grew up with my father making beer and wine, something he was really passionate about. He owned and read numerous books on the subject including the original book by Michael Jackson "The World Guide to Beer" as well as books on the history of wine. It was somewhat "in the blood" and resonated with me when he encouraged me to study the subjects and pursue a career in the field"

Since that night Rob has gone on to become WSET® Certified, a French Wine Scholar™, and a Prud'homme Beer Sommelier®. He is currently working on completing his Italian Wine Scholar™, having passed Unit 1 amidst many personal challenges with highest honours.

Rob is currently the owner of The Drunken Grape®, a video branding and events company focusing on helping wineries, breweries and distilleries enhance their marketing presence as well as sales online, especially given the current climate under the pandemic.

Find out more or connect with Rob here:
Email: info@thedrunkengrape.com
Website: www.thedrunkengrape.com/
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rob-statham-fws%E2%84%A2-wset%C2%AE-prud-homme-beer-sommelier%C2%AE-789aa5109/