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Our winemaking team has an enviable record of successes having individually and collectively made their mark with their wines in New Zealand and International wine competitions and year after year delivers outstanding value for money premium wines.
Our philosophy is to deliver fruit forward expressive wines in a crisp and fresh style, producing wines that over deliver in consumer value. We have a commitment to being a leader in Sustainable Viticulture in New Zealand.
Brett Fullerton - Corner 50 Winemaker / Winery Manager, Hawkes Bay
Brett's first love of wine goes back to the mid 1980's, whilst doing school holiday stints each vintage at Matua Valley Wines, one of New Zealand's reputable wineries, based in West Auckland. After working full vintages here and in California, Brett has been with CNZ for 17 years including the leave he took to complete the Graduate Diploma in Oenology, at the University of Adelaide.
Dave Edmonds – Senior Winemaker, Drylands Winery, Marlborough
A Lincoln University graduate, David headed north after his studies to put it all into practice at Esk Valley Estate, based in Hawke's Bay in 1996. After experiencing a Northern Hemisphere vintage in Southern California, he returned to one of Hawke's Bay leading wineries, CJ Pask to assist with the production of their award-winning red wines and chardonnay. He joined CNZ in 2002, after making excellent wine for the prestigious Sileni Estate in Hawkes Bay with further overseas experience in Germany.
Anthony Walkenhorst – Senior Winemaker, Kim Crawford Winery, Marlborough
Anthony did his initial training in Australia and received a First Class Honours in a Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Oenology) at the University of Adelaide. Based at the Riverlands Winery, Blenheim, Anthony joined the Kim Crawford Wine team as an Assistant Winemaker in 2005. He moved into the winemaker role in 2007. Anthony is happily married to Jane with two daughters, Lilly and Josephine. To unwind after a day in the winery, he loves to hit a ball whether it is golf, tennis or squash. His ultimate treat is water skiing on the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, finished off with a glass of Pinot Noir!
Constellation New Zealand has a world-class team of viticulturists and contract growers who have many years experience in growing premium varietal grapes in the various and diverse growing regions in New Zealand.
The requirements of our brands and our commitment to quality and a comprehensive portfolio offering demand that the viticulture team source and produce the best possible fruit for our winemakers to work with. They are challenged with keeping abreast of technical advancements and to seek out the growing sites optimally matched to the right grape varieties.
Adam Evans - Vineyard Manager, Hawkes Bay
Born and bred in Hawkes Bay, Adam’s passion for growing things and a love of wine naturally led him to a career in viticulture and he gained his Diploma in Horticulture at Eastern Institute of Technology. Joining CNZ in 2005 as Assistant Manager at Corner 50 Vineyard, now as Manager, he prides himself with providing the winery with the best quality fruit possible.
Adam is very involved with the Hawkes Bay community as a volunteer Fire Fighter and with any spare time left over he enjoys motor cross and scuba diving.
Peter Rogge - South Island Viticulture Manager
Born and raised in Sydney, Australia. After completing a degree in Viticulture through Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga, he continued on with the Wine Science Degree. He moved to New Zealand in 2003 to Hawke's Bay and has been with CNZ for 5 years. Peter has gained experience in Gisborne, Hawke's Bay and Marlborough, as well as internationally in New South Wales and Victoria, Australia and Central Valley of California.
Peter has a passion for fine wine and enjoys holidays with his wife to wine regions around the world.
Joe Stanton - President / CEO
Joe became CEO of the company in 2005, formerly having been Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. Since joining the organisation in 1994 he has been closely involved in the growth and development of Constellation New Zealand and has worked in the New Zealand liquor industry for the last 24 years. Joe is actively involved in the New Zealand Wine Industry and is a Board Member of New Zealand Winegrowers.
Julie Bassett - SVP Human Resources Manager
Julie has just started with Constellation NZ in August 2010. She brings a wealth of experience from the private and public sectors, with roles covering both strategic and operational aspects of HR. She has a strong customer service focus, enjoys building solid relationships and achieving business outcomes.
Gary Tanner - SVP Finance
Gary was appointed to the role of Chief Financial Officer in June 2005. Prior to joining Constellation New Zealand he worked in a variety of industries as a self employed consultant for several years. Gary is a New Zealand Charted Accountant and plays a fundamental role providing financial and commercial expertise whilst ensuring sound governance practices.
Darryl Woolley - SVP Winemaking
Darryl is responsible for developing and focusing the company’s winemaking activities. Darryl has been with the company and its predecessors for over 20 years and is considered to be one of New Zealand's top wine creators and initial 'developers' of classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.
Robin Ross - SVP Commercial
Robin joined Nobilo in June 2003 and has 20 years experience within the liquor industry. Robin has responsibilities for the planning, logistics, compliance and risk aspects of the business.
Rob Sinclair - SVP Sales and Marketing Australasia
Robert has over 15 years experience in sales and marketing roles within the liquor industry in New Zealand and U.K. He is responsible for the sales and marketing of Constellation’s brands in New Zealand and Australia, and has a strong consumer focus approach.
Ollie Davidson - SVP Viticulture
Ollie joined CNZ in 2002 as a Vineyard Manager. Today he is SVP Viticulture and is responsible for all the company viticulture and grape supply. With a wealth of experience after 26 years in the industry and a BSc from Charles Sturt University in Australia he is well qualified for this role. His philosophy is fine wine begins on the vine.
