Real Men Drink Port ... and Ladies Do Too!
Ben Howkins was awarded the Vintners' Scholarship in 1963, the youngest person to achieve this award. His experience in Europe's vineyards and working with many leading vintners, inspired his commitment to educate others to the enjoyment of wine - particularly fortified dessert wines. He wrote the International Wine & Food Society's guide to port - Rich Rare and Red; is a member of the Confreria do Vinho do Porto and the Vintners Company. He has lectured for the Wine and Spirit Education Trust and serves on the Council of the Wine Guild. He is a Director of the Royal Tokaji Wine Company