Our Team

A graduate of the Bordeaux Institute of Political Studies, also known as “Sciences Po Bordeaux”, he managed arthouse cinemas in the 1980s. He joined DIVA in 1987 and became Associate Director two years later with the mission of leading the company into the top 10 wine merchants of Bordeaux. Under his guidance, DIVA has become an official distributor of almost all the iconic wines traded by Bordeaux. Fond of travelling, he has been able to combine business and pleasure promoting the great wines of Bordeaux worldwide. An Art collector and a friend of the Bordeaux museums, he was elected Grand Chancellor of the Bordeaux Wine Academy in 2019.

An Englishman, born in Oxford and passionate about all things vinous and food, Ryan is always on the search for new gastronomic experiences. He studied Languages and Business in the UK, which eventually led him to France where he succeeded in obtaining an MBA in Bordeaux in 2016. Ryan decided to live his passion to the full and embark on a career in the wine industry, where he has developed DIVA’s English-speaking export markets with great success for the last 5 years. His strong contribution at DIVA was recognised in 2021, when he was named Vice President of the company. His clients appreciate his creativity, his savoir-faire and his relationship management skills.

An Engineer who graduated from the Lille Agricultural Institute; passionate by the wine universe, Antoine’s previous employers include E&J Gallo Winery and Baarsma Wine group. In 2009 he joined DIVA Bordeaux and has successfully developed export markets in Europe, the Middle-East and South-East Asia. Sailing on the Atlantic coast is one of Antoine’s great interests in life.

Originally from Wuhan, the sister city of Bordeaux in China, Yali worked 3 years in Shenzhen before deciding to pursue her studies in France in 2003. With a diploma from ESC Bordeaux, she helped the Bordeaux Chamber of Commerce to develop Sino-France business partnerships. She then became specialized in the exports of Bordeaux Grands Crus Classes and joined DIVA Bordeaux in 2012. She fully utilizes her experience and insight in client management in developing solid and mutually-trusting relationships.

Born and raised within a winemaking family in Carcassonne, Benoit followed his roots and studied Winemaking at University in Montpellier. After having mastered the technical side of the industry, he decided to venture north to Bordeaux and completed an MBA in Wine Management at INSEEC Business School. Benoit then left for Shanghai, working for a prestigious group of Bordeaux classified growths, before joining a reputable Négociant where he spent four successful years. Joining DIVA Bordeaux in 2021, he is responsible for the company’s key accounts in Asia. Outside of the office, Benoit can be found in the kitchen, cooking up gastronomic delights for his friends and sharing his passion for fine wines.

Breton of origin, passionate about wine since day one, Ronan studied international trade and finance. After working for prestigious companies in Chablis and in the Loire valley, he moved to Bordeaux to develop the distribution of Grands Crus across Asia and the Middle East. For more than 10 years, he has been involved in purchasing fine wines and building relationships with Châteaux in the aim of ensuring an ever more qualitative distribution.

Xavier has more than 20 years of experience in marketing and the trade of Bordeaux wines on European export markets. He provides all his expertise on fine wines and old vintages to his prestigious on-trade clients, who are his main partners. Offering a tailor-made, personal service is his true added value, which remains his main priority towards his customers.

Focusing her higher education on Tourism, Léa moved to London for two years after graduating to perfect her English and gain international experience. Back in France, she entered the wine industry, working as a Wine Advisor and Tour Guide in Saint-Emilion. Léa joined DIVA’s growth focused team in 2022, where she uses her technical and international expertise to assist the sales and purchasing team.

Born and raised among her family’s vineyards in the heart of the Libourne region, Lucie developed a deep passion for the world of wine from an early age. Eager to turn this enthusiasm into expertise, she pursued an agronomy engineering degree at Bordeaux Sciences Agro. This academic background now enables her to fully grasp the challenges of the wine industry and adapt with agility to its evolving landscape. A true epicurean at heart, she thrives at the crossroads of tradition and innovation.

Soon after graduation, Christophe joined DIVA Bordeaux in 1989, evolving with the growth of the company and is now CFO. With a great passion for golf, he practices the sport with concentration, precision, responsiveness and a great amount of pleasure... which fits perfectly in sync with his role at the company!

Possessing over 20 years of experience within Stock Management in the wine industry in Bordeaux, Yorrick joined DIVA in 2022 to head up the logistics team. His attention to detail makes him the ideal candidate to carry out the role of team leader, whilst his impressive network of service providers and suppliers helps the business become more efficient on a daily basis. Outside of the office, he loves spending time at the dinner table with family and friends, especially in company of fine wine.

After a successful experience in the international transportation and logistics of wines, Aurélie wished to gain a greater understanding of the world of fine wine on the Place de Bordeaux. Hence, she joined DIVA Bordeaux in 2018 supporting the Sales Administration department. Passionate about foreign languages, the management of the European sector allows her to combine her skills with her personal interests.

Eun is a Belgian citizen of South Korean origin. She lived in Africa for many years where she cultivated her passion for traveling. After having promoted the wines for the Union des Grands Crus in Bordeaux, she wanted to move her career towards distribution and then joined DIVA in early 2018. She reinforces the Sales Administration team, being responsible for the French market.

After studying transportation and logistics, Bertrand worked within many different industries before specialising in the logistics of wine. At DIVA Bordeaux since 2011, he is responsible for the administration of primeurs, purchasing and deliveries, as well as inventory management. He coordinates with and ensures the efficient transport of wines between Chateaux, Courtiers and our warehouse.

With a higher national diploma, Céline joined DIVA Bordeaux’s finance department in 2001; first as an accounting assistant and now accountant, she is extremely dynamic and fully utilises her abilities in providing a quality service to clients and suppliers. Very active and outgoing, she partakes in many sports and enjoys relaxing with her family and friends.

A BTEC Higher National Diploma graduate, Pascale has worked in various sectors, including accountancy for large scale distribution and construction companies, before joining DIVA Bordeaux in 2022. Assisting both the financial and purchasing departments of the company, Pascale excels in the versatile role, using her previously acquired analytical skills on a daily basis.

After a number of Sales Administration experiences across different sectors, including notably 4 years in London, Noémie was a key addition to DIVA’s expanding team in 2022. She appreciates being in a dynamic and growing company, as well as the diversity of her sectors.

Born and raised in Aix-en-Provence, Camille holds Wine Business degrees from universities in both the Loire Valley and Bordeaux. An epicurean and true aesthete, she started her career in the wine industry in Vouvray, before arriving in the Rhône and finally calling Bordeaux her home. Her knowledge of wine and its terroirs allowed her become part of sommelier associations in the Alps and also on luxury cruise ships. Camille currently works closely with both the North and South American markets.

Born and Bred in Bordeaux and a holder of a Masters Degree in International Business, Alison is an export specialist, having worked in the sector since graduating. An expert in Asian markets, she became part of DIVA’s growing team in 2022. She enjoys being part of a creative structure that puts an emphasis on teamwork.

After studying law, Carole moved to Saint-Émilion and fell in love with wine. Passionate about architecture and art in general, she can’t get enough of the beautiful Chartrons neighborhood, the historic centre of the Bordeaux wine trade. Carole joined DIVA’s growing team in 2022, boosting the logistical and purchasing team.