Our Sommeliers
Every Cépage consultation is led by a certified wine professional who knows the region's wines intimately. No gatekeeping — just honest, approachable expertise.
Lerato Mokoena
Lerato trained at the Cape Wine Academy and holds the prestigious Cape Wine Master title — one of fewer than 50 in the country. She specialises in Cape blends, age-worthy reds, and helping new collectors build confidence. Her philosophy: "There are no wrong answers in wine, only unexplored preferences."
Johan van der Berg
Johan spent a decade on restaurant floors from Stellenbosch to London before joining Cépage. He's the go-to for cellar planning, investment-grade bottles, and food pairings that surprise. He believes every dinner table deserves a great glass.
Sanne de Vries
Based in Amsterdam, Sanne brings deep knowledge of French, Italian, and German classics to Cépage's Dutch members. She ran wine imports before turning to education, and her tastings are known for making Burgundy and Barolo approachable.
Maarten Bakker
Maarten spent 15 years sourcing for top Amsterdam restaurants. He now curates the Dutch catalog and advises members on rare finds and auction-worthy bottles. If you're building a serious cellar in Europe, he's your guide.