We founded Grape and Nectar to make sure that everyone can find a moment of joy in every glass of wine. This is our passion.
Between us, we have 35 years of experience in the wine trade. We have travelled over 50,000 miles together. We have discovered, tasted and sourced wines from all over the world.
We love the people who make it and the places it comes from. It has woven its way into our lives and we want to share all of those stories and experiences with you with every sip.
Katherine is a Master of Wine and has worked in the wine trade for over two decades. Prior to entering the wine trade she studied English Literature at Lancaster University. After finishing her BA, she went on to attain an MA in Literature and History of Art from Reading University.
Needing to get a job, she started work at Oddbins and has worked in the wine trade ever since. She has worked in different areas from retail, account management to judging, but has spent the majority of her career as a wine buyer. Her initial training and experience focused on classic regions like Bordeaux and Burgundy, but subsequently she ventured further afield, working with emerging regions and New World wines.
She loves to share the knowledge she has accumulated and co-founded Grape and Nectar as a means to do just that. She is passionate about all things wine, especially indigenous varieties and discovering new products. She believes everyone should drink wines that make them smile.
Katherine has been known to enjoy a Netflix binge, but can mostly be found outside walking or running, or in the kitchen with her children and a hopeful, small dog.
Fiona is well on the road to becoming a Master of Wine (she has passed the written part of the MW exams). She firmly believes that life is too short to drink bad wine and co-founded Grape and Nectar to help more people drink better.
Having studied languages at The University of Manchester, it was her year abroad that inspired her love of food and wine and, ultimately, led to a career in the industry.
Fiona adores wine and food and the way flavours interact. She especially loves wines from small producers that express the personality of the person who made them. Introducing more people to wines like this is a passion. As it was her first buying region, Fiona has a big soft spot for German wine.
Fiona loves spending time with her family and friends and can often be found in the kitchen baking (and eating) sweet treats or, in contrast, going to the gym.
Do you require some wine-related help and guidance? Contact Grape and Nectar to discuss your needs.
