FINE is run by Salisa a Thai born who has been living in France for over 19 years. She fully immersed herself in both French and Thai cultures. She has a deep appreciation for both languages and traditions.
Salisa initially comes from a background in hospitality management. She lived and worked in major cities such as Sydney, Paris and New York.
Her passion for wine was ignited when she moved to the Northern Rhône (where Syrah originated). She entered the world of wine by studying Sommelier-Conseil at the Université du Vin and WSET program in London. Salisa holds WSET Level 4 Diploma.
what makes salisa an expert
She had picked grapes, worked as a Wine Expert, Brand Ambassador and sits on several wine judging panels in France. Her wine studies and works have taken her to different wine regions (Italy, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, California, Oregon, Washington State and New Zealand) where she learned from top wine producers and wine professionals. Salisa has successfully integrated herself and built a strong network in the French wine industry. Her extensive wine knowledge combined with her industry expertise, give Salisa an access to the finest quality wines.
Salisa also masters the art of food and wine pairing. Being Asian, she has a deep understanding of the taste components, textures, sensations and flavours of Asian dishes. Combined with countless wines she has enjoyed over the course of her wine career, she can carefully select a wine to match with a dish, crafting a perfect harmony of flavours.
Below are a few of her personal testimonials:
“I had the privilege of studying alongside Salisa during our rigorous WSET Diploma program, and I can confidently attest to her exceptional qualities. Salisa’s laser-like focus and unwavering dedication to her studies were truly inspiring. Her ability to collaborate effectively made her an invaluable team player, always ready to contribute and support others. What sets Salisa apart is her genuine empathy towards everyone in our study group, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. Salisa’s combination of expertise, creativity, and interpersonal skills make her an outstanding professional in the wine industry.”
Joana Mesquita, DipWSET
Wine Educator and Consultant
“I have known Salisa for many years. I first met her when she was a Brand Ambassador at Chapoutier. I can personally attest to her excellent tasting skills and her extensive knowledge of wines.”
Adrien Lelektsoglou
Owner, La Compagnie de l’Hermitage
“I had a pleasure working with Salisa for almost two years at Chapoutier. Because of her passion for wine and her in-depth knowledge of terroirs, grape varieties and market trends, she was able to anticipate customers’ expectations, advising them precisely and finding the wines that perfectly suited their needs.”
Clément Ghidini
Responsable Analyse Business & Développement Commercial – Bouchard Père & Fils – Artémis Domaines
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