Recognizing the demand and growth for more Japanese luxury and premium products, Taichi launched Oliana Experience in 2022. Working with the most preeminent distilleries and vineyards in Japan, he’s curated an impressive line of fine wines, rare whiskies, brandies and sakes to bring to the U.S. and international markets.
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Sol Clehane
Chief Operations Officer
Sol has extensive beverage industry experience having worked for Coca-Cola Enterprises and Pepsi Cola. Her career in the spirits industry began in 2011 when she joined Brown Forman as Vice President of US Chain Sales. She later joined Pernod Ricard as US Vice President and General Manager for national accounts. Prior to joining OLIANA Experience, she was the Vice President and General Manager for Canopy Growth Corporation where she worked with Martha Stewart to launch her line of CBD products among other brands in the US. In addition, she served on the US board of Directors for Stotz and Bickel. Sol has been with OLIANA Experience since its founding and has been instrumental in working with Taichi to launch the OLIANA portfolio in the US.
In 1989, 4th generation master distiller embarks on a transformative journey, remodeling the VS-L-2000 into the iconic beehive-shaped Sato Still. The genesis of a distillation symphony takes shape.