Just one week till Young Viticulturist National Final

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19 August 2015

Just one week till the Bayer Young Viticulturist of the Year National Final 2015

Following the Regional Competitions where twenty four contestants competed throughout the country, four Finalists were selected to go through to the Nationals. They will proudly represent their regions as they compete for the title of Bayer Young Viticulturist of the Year 2015 next week.

The National Finalists are:

Mike Winter – Central Otago

Caleb Dennis – Hawke’s Bay

Matt Duggan – Marlborough

Scott Lanceley – Wairarapa

The Finals are held in conjunction with Bragato, this year being held in Hawkes Bay. The competition will run over 3 days.

Spectators are welcome to support the contestants on 25th August as they undertake the tough practical questions as well as the fun, but challenging Biostart Hortysports. This will take place at Te Awa Winery, Hawkes Bay from 9 am – 1.30 pm. (Hortysports and complimentary sausage sizzle thanks to Fruitfed Supplies at 12.15pm)

The contestants then have theory questions and interviews set by key wine industry leaders. A quick fire buzzer round will take place at9.45 am on Thursday 27th August at Bragato and finally the contestants will deliver speeches in front of over 400 key wine industry delegates at the Bragato Wine Awards dinner that evening.

A tough, but exciting competition, which develops the skills, confidence and knowledge of New Zealand’s up and coming young viticultural professionals. The title of Bayer Young Viticulturist of the Year is well deserved after excelling in these in depth challenges. Who will it be this year?

As well as winning the title and trophy, the winner also wins a fantastic prize package including full use of a Hyundai Santa Fe for a whole year, $5000 travel voucher from NZSVO, $2000 cash and Spiegelau Wine Glasses donated by Winejobsonline. The winner also goes on to represent the Winegrowing Industry in the Young Horticulturist of the Year Competition in November.

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