Wine Grower (2270)
The last 12 months have been a real turning point for the industry. The end result is a greater level of optimism than at Bragato a year ago.
It was the second largest Bragato conference held in the history of the event. Close to 600 people, including delegates and trade, converged on Marlborough for a conference that looked back at the past, in order to prepare for the future.
What a fabulous time to come on board Hawke’s Bay Winegrowers Inc. with not only a vintage to remember, but with an organization and community that wants change. The last five months have been one of observation, learning and doing as only a sole employee can.
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However, the vintage total of 345,000 tonnes seems to have come as a surprise to many as there seemed to be an expectation amongst growers and wineries for a crop of between 320,000 and 330,000 tonnes.
Especially given that this month marks the 40th anniversary of the first modern day grape plantings in Marlborough.
There was a time when the wineries in Marlborough could be counted on one hand. Everyone knew each other, and get togethers were common. These days the industry has grown so much, that it’s hard to fit all the winemakers, owners and viticulturists into one room, let alone know all their names. So this month we introduce you to four of our young guns you may not have met before.
