Yealands Estate Appoints New NZ Market Manager

New Zealand’s leading environmentally sustainable winery, Yealands Estate, has appointed Sean Hutchinson to the position of New Zealand Market Manager.

Sean will be responsible for developing Yealands Estate wine sales in New Zealand and his key role is to support brand partner Hancocks Wine & Spirit Merchants.

With over 23 years experience in the liquor and hospitality services industry, Sean has previously worked at The Regent Hotel Auckland, DB Group Liquor Division, Montana Wines, Allied Domecq Wines and Pernod Ricard New Zealand.

“Sean’s industry experience coupled with his commitment to Yealands Estate’s brand values of sustainability and innovation is a great asset for us,” says founder Peter Yealands. “We have enjoyed strong brand visibility and sales since we launched in August last year, and Sean will play a crucial role in continuing to grow our business in New Zealand.”

About Yealands Estate

Yealands Estate is New Zealand’s leading environmentally sustainable winery based in the Awatere Valley, Marlborough. Developed by entrepreneur Peter Yealands to target a 6-star rating under the Green Star NZ Industrial Building rating system, the privately owned winery features advanced green technology in every aspect of design and function. Yealands Estate is forging new ways to reduce the environmental impact of the energy intensive wine business, whilst producing award-winning wines at the same time. www.yealands.co.nz