WINOSHIP
ABOUT US
Who are they you say?!?
Started up by an ex-pat Saffer, Dean Totham, who moved to the UK over 20 years ago, with a passion for wine, see my Vivino and you’ll agree.
Travelling back to see family every year over the last 7-8 years I realised SA had a lot to offer, both Old and New world, in SA terms, and seized a certain opportunity.
Strange you say as SA wines are considered New world, No? Ah ah, wine has been produced ever since the days Dutch colonials landed in the Cape in the later 1600s, with Simon van der Stel, the first Dutch Cape Governor who was the visionary and “father” for which the world famous Stellenbosch region is named after.
Fast forwarding, and to cut a long story short, and after a number various scale hosted wine tasting events, it was time for Winoship to get into the mix, and is dedicated to bringing you REALLY REALLY, I mean REALLY good wine, either to collect or quaff, but either way you’ll feel treated like a connoisseur!
Sante
PS. Our speciality really is hosting amazing wine tasting all over London, so subscribe now to find out when the next is … or… if you want to impress your colleagues, team, friends, neighbours, girlfriends, boyfriends, partners, or whoever, or importantly how many ever we can tailor to cater!
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Meet the team
that brings you your favourite wines
Dean Totham
Meet Dean, a wine enthusiast and an integral member of our team responsible for selecting the South African wines sold on our site. With a passion for wine that started during his travels through Europe, Dean has cultivated a deep understanding of the industry and a discerning palate. His dedication to discovering unique and high-quality wines from South Africa has been invaluable to our team, and her recommendations have become some of our best sellers. With a commitment to sustainability and fair trade, Dean ensures that each bottle she selects not only tastes amazing but also comes from ethical and socially responsible producers. He is a true expert in her field, and his love for wine and commitment to excellence shines through in every selection he makes.
Michael Gonzalez
Introducing Michael Gonzalez – Region Expert / Wine buyer for Spain, France, Italy, Eastern Europe. Michael’s wine interest started in his very early 20s after having fallen victim to the wrong type of sommelier. The one that points to the most expensive bottle on the list when you ask for advice. Since then, Michael has tried wines from almost every corner of the world, and completed many wine tasting trips, with family, friends and clients, each with unique accompanying stories. But for Michael nothing compares to nor beats a trip to Piedmont in the fall with the autumnal colours across the Langhe hills and the aroma of truffle in the air. Michael’s personal wine passion falls succinctly into 4 distinct Regions; Firstly, Northern Rhone, France – a total sucker for Syrah, with a specific weakness for Cornas and St Joseph. Secondly, Piedmont reds and whites (some of the best chardonnays come from the region). Thirdly, Alto Adige pinot noirs and finally Eastern Europe. Regions like North Macedonia, Moldova and Bulgaria make exceptional wines from both mainstream and indigenous grapes – at great value. Today, Michael continues his passion for Winoship Wines, and is our go to wine hound specialising in curating wines from Spain, France, Italy and Eastern Europe
Remo
Meet Remo, the mastermind behind our selection of American wines. With years of experience in the industry and a true passion for wine, Remo has developed an unparalleled knowledge of American wineries and varietals. His palate is finely tuned, and he has an innate ability to identify the unique characteristics of each wine he tastes, enabling him to make informed and thoughtful selections for our site. Remo is dedicated to supporting small and family-owned wineries, and he takes the time to visit each producer he works with, building relationships and ensuring the highest quality of products for our customers. His commitment to excellence and his infectious enthusiasm for American wine have made him a valuable member of our team, and we are fortunate to have him leading our selection of wines from across the United States.