More than champagne. It’s about creating unforgettable experiences.
Champagne has never simply been a drink for me.
It’s the thread that brings people together around a table, sparks conversation between strangers, and turns an ordinary afternoon into a memory that lasts for years.
Whether I’m hosting an intimate luncheon, presenting to a corporate audience, leading a tour through the villages of Champagne, or sharing a rare vintage with friends, my goal is always the same.
To create experiences that leave people smiling long after the final glass has been poured.
My story
Like many great adventures, mine didn’t begin with champagne.
It began with a love of travel and a curiosity about the world.
Living in both Japan and France shaped not only my appreciation for food, wine and culture, but also the way I believe people connect. Around a beautifully prepared meal, with a glass in hand, conversation flows effortlessly and friendships are made.
It was in France that my fascination with champagne truly began.
Not simply as a luxury product, but as one of the world’s most expressive wines, with an extraordinary ability to tell the story of its people, villages and history.
That fascination has never left me.
Why champagne?
People often ask me why I chose to specialise in champagne.
The answer is simple.
No other wine carries quite the same sense of celebration, craftsmanship and emotion.
Behind every bottle is a family, a vineyard, a season and a story waiting to be shared.
I love helping people discover that champagne is far more than something reserved for weddings and New Year’s Eve.
It is one of the most versatile wines in the world and deserves a place at the table all year round.
Bringing Champagne to Australia
Over the past two decades I’ve had the privilege of sharing my passion with thousands of Australians through:
• luxury champagne luncheons
• corporate masterclasses
• private tastings
• keynote presentations
• media appearances
• and Australia’s first dedicated champagne festival, Effervescence.
Along the way I’ve been fortunate to develop relationships with some of Champagne’s most prestigious houses, allowing me to bring stories and experiences to my guests that simply can’t be found in a book.
More than a tasting
If you’ve attended one of my events, you’ll know they aren’t just about champagne.
They’re about people.
I believe learning should be relaxed, engaging and enjoyable.
Whether you’re opening your very first bottle of champagne or adding a rare vintage to your cellar, everyone is welcome at my table.
Many guests arrive knowing no one.
Most leave having made new friends.
Nothing makes me happier than watching that happen.
Giving back
One of the greatest privileges of my work is being able to support charities close to my heart.
Through my events and the incredible generosity of my clients and sponsors, together we’ve raised many thousands of dollars for organisations including Women’s Legal Service Queensland, Chicks in Pink, MND & Me and the Mater Foundation.
Creating memorable experiences while making a meaningful difference is something I’ll always be passionate about.
Looking ahead
Today you’ll find me hosting champagne experiences across Australia, travelling regularly to Champagne to deepen my knowledge and relationships, and leading small-group tours that offer guests a genuine behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s most fascinating wine regions.
Every event I host is thoughtfully curated with one goal in mind:
To help people fall in love with champagne.
A final invitation
Whether you’re joining me for your first champagne luncheon, booking a corporate event, travelling with me through Champagne, or simply looking for your next favourite bottle…
I’d love to share a glass with you.
With love and bubbles,
Amanda 🥂
Credentials & Recognition
- Champagne Master
- WSET Level 3 Award in Wines
- Founder of Effervescence, Australia’s first champagne festival
- Brisbane Lord Mayor’s Women’s in Business Grant recipient
- Finalist, Vin de Champagne Awards
- Speaker, educator and media commentator
- Regular visitor to Champagne with long-standing relationships across the region