Lauwereins is a sommelier at gastronomic restaurant Vlass in Middelkerke. He is not an unknown name: he previously brought the first Belgian portwijn ‘Fist’ to the market, in collaboration with Wijndomein Ravenstein in Wervik. He was also named ‘Sommelier of the Year’ in West Flanders three times.
Foodtaster mainly praises Lauwereins’ impressive knowledge of Flemish wines, his sense of refined Winepairings and his respect for wine traditions worldwide.