Source:
https://scmp.com/article/978481/sparkly-sector-sour-grapes-and-teetotallers-need-not-apply

In this sparkly sector, sour grapes and teetotallers need not apply

Lawrence Lai, business development manager at INtrade Global, imports Australian wine to Hong Kong. He thinks the local wine market is becoming more mature, heralding demand for talent with the relevant knowledge as the city's wine business grows more specialised and turns into an important part of the food and beverage industry.

As business development manager, Lai's main duty is to promote wine to various customers, including hotels, cafes, bars and restaurants. 'A large part of my job it to meet with clients for wine tastings. I introduce the properties of the wine, what kind of food it goes well with and try to negotiate a deal with them to buy our wine. Knowledge and passion for wine are essential for the job,' he says.