Oz Clarke

Decanter Magazine, Wine Writer, Critic & Broadcaster

Oz Clarke is a world-renowned wine critic, broadcaster and writer, based in London. Formerly a full-time actor and singer, he became a regular feature of BBC TV and radio programmes, teaching the nation about wine. Alongside James May, he presented the Oz and James Drink to Britain series, for which they won the IWC Personality of the Year Award, among others. He has written numerous wine books, including The History of Wine in 100 Bottles, Bordeaux, Grapes & Wines (with Margaret Rand), World of Wine and Wine by the Glass. The French government awarded him with the title of Officier de l’Ordre du Mérite Agricole for his contribution to French agriculture.