James Cluer MW is a globally recognised wine expert and one of the world’s select Masters of Wine -a prestigious title attained by only a few hundred professionals worldwide.

In 1995 he founded Fine Vintage Ltd, pioneering one of North America’s most respected wine education and luxury travel brands. Over three decades, James has built Fine Vintage into a multifaceted business that delivers acclaimed WSET wine courses, bespoke luxury wine tours, industry consultancy, and deep educational experiences for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

His commitment to opening doors to coveted wine regions and taking people beyond the glass reflects his passion for compelling, high-quality wine learning and exploration. Together with Tracey Johnson and Patrick McGuigan, James now facilitates Academy of Cheese certification courses, blending expertise in both wine and cheesemaking to elevate sensory knowledge and pairing skills for students around the world.