About L’Imperatrice
L’Imperatrice Ltd is one of the leading fine wine importers in Asia. We import and distribute mainly French wines from various regions with a focus on Burgundy. Wide distribution in Asia, from private and retail to high end hotels. We specialise in fine wines, and are constantly looking for gems in order to respond to a growing demand for rare bottles. We also use our wine knowledge and our experience to educate, train and entertain wine lovers across Asia. We provide tasting notes, organise events as well as masterclasses in Hong Kong and China. Our reputation is built on the quality of our services and our products, and ongoing commitment to our clients and our partners in Asia and Europe.
Hervé PENNEQUIN
Head of Business Development
No stranger to awards, in 2002, Hervé won 2nd Best Sommelier of the USA and only two years later, was awarded 3rd Best Sommelier of the World by the ASI (Association de la Sommellerie Internationale). In 2015, the French government awarded Hervé with the highest distinction of “Chevalier de l’Ordre du Mérite Agricole” for the work he has done to impart French culture throughout the world. Contact Herve: herve@imperatrice.com.hk
Roland TRAM
Senior On Trade Sales Executive
Roland received his degree in International Business Management from IPC Bordeaux. in 2016, specializing in wine sales and marketing. He entered the wine industry through work at Chateau Palmer in 2015. Following this he became an Export Sales Assistant to LD Vins one of the largest wine merchants in Bordeaux. To improve his technical knowledge, Roland studied winemaking for six months in 2017, in Western Australia, at Woodlands Winery. Roland joined the Sales team of L’Imperatrice in 2021 where he is now in charge of handling major accounts from the HORECA sector: private clubs, luxury hotels and fine dining restaurants. Contact Roland: roland@imperatrice.com.hk
Ada TSANG
Head of Trade Sales
Ada has been working in wine trade for over 10 years. The first 4 years of her wine career, she was a buyer. She then moved to Trade Sales Team at a local merchant for 5 years. Ada join the Trade Team at L'Imperatrice in March 2021. Like all of the team, she is a big fan of Burgundy and Champagne. With all the experience in wine industry, Ada is patient and passionate about wine knowledge, and will be more than happy to answer your questions on the wine market, insight of the wines. Contact Ada: ada@imperatrice.com.hk
Mark MA
On-Trade Sales Manager
Upon graduation, Mark started his career in wine industry from Australian wines and Bordeaux fine wines. He is keen on exploring fine wines from around the world, but he’s particularly fascinated by wines from Burgundy and the region’s historical heritage. This passion led Mark to join L’Imperatrice, further developing his career. Contact Mark: mark@imperatrice.com.hk
Paul Couvertier
Product Manager
To learn more and be attentive to the terroir and winemakers, our representative office is set up in Beaune, Burgundy (France). The team in Beaune visits the vineyards in Burgundy and listen to the story of the wine and the winemakers. Please kindly contact our colleague in Beaune for further information or cooperation: paul@imperatrice.com.hk