This interview is with Simon Davies of A&B Vintners. In this interview, Simon shares about his journey in getting involved with the wine industry in London and how he eventually became involved with buying and distributing Oregon wine in the UK.

Simon talks about growing up in a small town in the country and how he found his way to London. He shares about falling in love with wine while working in a wine shop and how his interest transpired into an opportunity with the Fine and Rare Wines company. He then shares about his career transition from Fine and Rare Wines to A&B Vintners.

Simon goes on to share about his first impressions of the Oregon wine industry and his views regarding the future of the wine industry.

This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt on Zoom on April 9, 2025.