Who are we?
Yannick Durbaca
Yannick Durbaca's passion for wine began over a decade ago at Belgium's premier culinary institution, Hotelschool Ter Duinen in Koksijde. His journey has since evolved into a remarkable adventure, driven by his vision to share his love for wine with the world.
A few years ago, Yannick started creating video content featuring renowned wineries, reviewing wines on social media, and sharing his insights with a global audience. This venture allowed him to explore extraordinary locations, where he not only savored exceptional wines from celebrated producers but also unearthed many hidden gems deserving greater recognition.
During his journey in wine import, Yannick crossed paths with Tim and Thibault, two individuals who shared his passion and vision for the wine industry. Recognizing the unique strengths and complementary skills that each brought to the table, they decided to start The Wine Boutique.
Yannick's entrepreneurial instinct and leadership have been instrumental in shaping The Wine Boutique. His dedication to excellence and his ability to inspire others make him a prime example of how the wine industry should be navigated. Through The Wine Boutique, Yannick aims to share his passion for wine, offering exclusive selections that reflect his extensive knowledge and discerning taste.
Tim Vos
With a deep-rooted passion for wine, food, and hospitality, Tim is a dynamic force in the culinary world. He has a keen eye for flavors, textures, presentation, and loves surprising and delighting people with exquisite dishes and exceptional service.
As an entrepreneur in the hospitality industry, Tim is always seeking new opportunities and challenges to turn his passion into successful ventures. He is creative and innovative, constantly enhancing his culinary skills to provide guests with unforgettable experiences.
Tim's extensive experience and dedication for wine makes him an invaluable asset to The Wine Boutique. His passion and expertise ensure that every aspect of our offerings is of the highest quality, guaranteeing that our clients receive an exceptional experience every time.
Thibault Filipinni
During his studies in Applied Informatics at PXL and his Master's in Information Management at KU Leuven, he gained extensive academic knowledge in areas such as computer science (including programming and enterprise architecture), finance, management, strategy, and entrepreneurship. Complementing this with his comprehensive wine education “including a three-year sommelier training at Syntra and advanced certifications from WSET” possess a unique blend of skills. His IT expertise equips him with the analytical and organizational capabilities needed for efficient administration control, while his deep understanding of wine ensures that he can manage and grow our wine business effectively. This combination makes him exceptionally well-suited to oversee the administrative aspects of our wine enterprise.
Why The Wine Boutique?
Tim, Yannick, and Thibault form a team of dedicated experts committed to offering rare, exclusive, high-quality wines that are in high demand. With Yannick's extensive wine journey and deep industry knowledge, Tim's creative innovation and hospitality expertise, and Thibault's meticulous wine selection and quality focus, they ensure every bottle meets the highest standards.
Their combined experience and passion for wine guarantee exceptional service, making them a trustworthy choice for discerning wine enthusiasts. Together, they are building a premier wine destination, dedicated to excellence and an unparalleled wine experience.
How do we work?
At The Wine Boutique, we take the time to understand our clients' unique palates and preferences, ensuring we allocate the best wines tailored to their tastes and desires. This personalized approach builds a foundation of trust between us and our clients: they can rely on our wine suggestions for their enjoyment, and we trust that our clients appreciate and savor the wines we provide, rather than buying for speculation.
For our winery partners, this relationship is equally important. We handle their wines with the utmost respect and care, seeing ourselves as ambassadors of their craft rather than mere merchants. Our carefully selected producers are those whose wines we genuinely love. We only present wines we personally enjoy, focusing on high quality, exceptional value, and exclusivity.
To foster a community of wine lovers, we host exclusive dinners and tastings specifically for our private clients. In a market saturated with webshops where desired wines quickly sell out or low-quality wines flood the listings, we strive to stand out. We aim to prevent the unfair practice of bulk buying for speculation and resale in the grey market, ensuring that everyone has a fair opportunity to enjoy these exceptional wines while respecting the integrity of the producers.