ABOUT YOUR HOST, DRU THOMS

Dru is a dynamic and motivated speaker whose informative approach encourages high levels of engagement and interaction.

Possessing a conservative 20 years in the wine industry working for large corporate companies and small family owned wineries Dru's has gained a wealth of knowledge from the vineyard up about both Australian and international wine production and styles.

His passion for wine has seen him travel extensively as the guest of some of the great wine houses including Pol Roger- Champagne, Marc Bredif- Vouvray, Roda- Rioja, Capcanes- Monstant Priorat, Reicine- Chianti, Brezza- Barolo.

Dru is the Co-Managing Director of Biggs & Wren Wine Co. and specialises in the procurement of fine wines of the world, education and cellar inventory. His home is in the renowned wine region, the beautiful Barossa Valley where he lives with his wife and children.

Biggs & Wren Wine Co. are also wholesale also distributors of a number of wine labels in QLD which sees Dru travel to Brisbane, Mackay, Gold Coast & Sunshine Coast frequently.

"Dru's presentation was the highlight of the evening; his general demeanour, knowledge of the wine and his enthusiasm for the industry were exemplary" Justin Cole, President Beef steak & Burgundy Club.