Andrew Guard is one of Australia’s most respected wine importers and the founder of Andrew Guard Wine Imports, a company renowned for its uncompromising commitment to authenticity, terroir, and craftsmanship. With a background in fine wine retail and distribution, and an ear always tuned to the sommelier scene, Andrew has built a portfolio that reads like a who’s who of the natural, minimal-intervention, and classical wine world.
Over the years, he has become a trusted curator for some of the country’s top restaurants and independent wine retailers, bringing in expressive, small-batch wines from France, Germany, Italy, and beyond—alongside a carefully selected group of standout Australian producers. His selections are driven by purity, integrity, and a deep belief in wines that speak of place.
Whether championing an under-the-radar Jura vigneron or a rising star in the Adelaide Hills, Andrew’s influence on the way Australians drink, serve, and talk about wine is undeniable.