Jonathan Kleeman – the Group Beverage Manager and Executive Head Sommelier at Story Group

Jonathan Kleeman is
the Group Beverage Manager and Executive Head Sommelier at Story Group

I am the Group Beverage Manager and Executive Head Sommelier at Tom Sellers Story Group, which encompasses the two-Michelin-star and five-rosette Restaurant Story, Story Cellar, and Dovetale Mayfair Restaurant with more openings lined up. I serve as a judge for wine and a wide array of different products in fine dining.

I am also a Qualified Cuban Havanas Expert. I live to unearth interesting wines, captivating champagnes, and stand out spirits of the less ordinary to fill the shops and people’s glasses.

Experience

From kitchen pot wash, to working as a Sommelier with some of the best hospitality talents both on the floor and in the kitchen at sites like the Ritz Hotel, Social Eating House and Orwells, to wine competitions and consulting the private and multinational companies.

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What can I do for you?

Be it on a large or small scale, I can provide you with the expertise to ensure that you make an informed choice about the wines you consume or invest in.

I curate wine and drink lists for large receptions, discreet meetings, festivals and private parties.

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Partners & Clients

What Others Say

’I have had the pleasure of working and tasting with Jonny during his time in both the on and off trade. His outstanding wine knowledge and palate are amongst the best I have encountered. Jonny is an outstanding operator and carefully selects wines that are intriguing, high quality and most importantly, the right fit for his clients. I look forward to working with him on future projects.’’
Harry Crowther
Writer & Wine Educator
"You won't get a more passionate, committed and up to speed sommelier, or as he calls himself 'head of hydration,' than Jonathan Kleeman. He is full of ideas, opinions and great company. He would be the ideal dinner party guest as he would not only be able to talk about the wines he would make you all laugh at the same time. A unique combination of wine knowledge with the ability to communicate and talk about wine to each and everyone. Sign him up."
Richard Siddle
Co-Founder & Editor of The-Buyer.net

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What Trade Says

#11 in 2024

World's Best Sommeliers' Selection

I'm part of the World's Best Sommeliers' Selection 2004 and 2025 tasting panel, renowned international experts, each of whom have been invited from William Reed's extensive network within the World's 50 Best Restaurants.

Harpers' Top Sommeliers 2024

Harpers canvassed the trade for nominations, creating a long list of potential candidates who were then invited to submit information against a series of criteria, including: experience and training; buying and crafting the list; pricing and margins; customer service; initiatives and innovations; supplier relationships; staff leadership and training; and food pairing.

#6 in 2024