We open doors in the UK wine market
Practical expertise, real buyer relationships, and a London base — built to help wineries of every size turn ambition into sales.
Our Story
Clerissa was created in 2024 as the dedicated consultancy arm of the team behind Glass of Bubbly — the independent Champagne & sparkling wine platform founded in 2010 that has grown into the leading voice and trade events in the category.
With more than 25 years of combined experience in the wine industry, we saw a clear need: too many excellent wineries were arriving in the UK without a practical, well-connected partner on the ground. Clerissa exists to fill that gap.
We are based in London with access to private tasting spaces, and we work as an extension of your team — not as a distant agency.
The Founders
CHRISTOPHER WALKEY
Founding Partner
Christopher brings deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships across the UK trade, and a practical, results-focused approach. He has spent years organising trade tastings, events and awards, and continues to lead client strategy and key buyer introductions.
OLIVER WALKEY
Founding Partner
Oliver works closely with clients on day-to-day progress, tastings and follow-up. He shares the same hands-on philosophy: clear communication, honest feedback, and a genuine commitment to finding the right homes for your wines.
Together they have built a network that includes importers, distributors, HoReCa buyers, Masters of Wine, sommeliers, journalists and influencers — relationships that become available to every Clerissa client.
Our Approach
We start with listening Every partnership begins with a real conversation about your wines, your goals and the current reality of the UK market.
Ready to start the conversation?
We become part of your team From the first tasting to the final introduction, we work alongside you with monthly updates, practical advice and direct access.
We focus on results that last Whether it’s market insight, a new importer, or a full representation programme, the aim is always the same: sustainable growth for your brand in the UK and beyond.
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