From a young age, Harry Gilbert dreamed of becoming a chef—captivated by the energy of restaurants and the stories told through food. But it was a chance encounter with winemaker Dominic Hentall that redirected his path.
“Dominic’s stories of life as a flying winemaker opened my eyes to a whole world I didn’t know existed,” Harry recalls. “It was the first time I realised wine could be more than just a drink—it could be a career.”
That spark led Harry to Plumpton College, where he earned a BA in International Wine Business and deepened his understanding of the trade. With WSET Level 2, a diploma in Single Malt Whisky from the Edinburgh Whisky Academy, and even a forklift license under his belt, Harry prepared himself for the hands-on nature of the industry. A harvest role at Nyetimber’s pressing centre during university opened the door to something bigger. Just months after graduating, he joined the brand’s London team as an Account Executive.
Today, Harry works across the capital, supporting Nyetimber’s presence in top restaurants through training, events, and wine list curation. He also scouts new business opportunities for both Nyetimber and The Lakes Distillery, blending passion with commercial insight.
For Harry, success in wine isn’t just about knowledge—it’s about people. “You have to truly believe in what you're selling,” he says. “If your enthusiasm isn’t real, people will see right through it.”
Now, as a young ambassador for English Sparkling Wine, Harry is excited to grow with a category that’s gaining global recognition—proof that the best careers are sometimes the ones you never planned for.
That spark led Harry to Plumpton College, where he earned a BA in International Wine Business and deepened his understanding of the trade. With WSET Level 2, a diploma in Single Malt Whisky from the Edinburgh Whisky Academy, and even a forklift license under his belt, Harry prepared himself for the hands-on nature of the industry. A harvest role at Nyetimber’s pressing centre during university opened the door to something bigger. Just months after graduating, he joined the brand’s London team as an Account Executive.
Today, Harry works across the capital, supporting Nyetimber’s presence in top restaurants through training, events, and wine list curation. He also scouts new business opportunities for both Nyetimber and The Lakes Distillery, blending passion with commercial insight.
For Harry, success in wine isn’t just about knowledge—it’s about people. “You have to truly believe in what you're selling,” he says. “If your enthusiasm isn’t real, people will see right through it.”
Now, as a young ambassador for English Sparkling Wine, Harry is excited to grow with a category that’s gaining global recognition—proof that the best careers are sometimes the ones you never planned for.
