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Yealands Estate Appoints New International Sales Manager

Tuesday 27 January 2009, 3:00PM

By Porter Novelli

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Martin Greig
Martin Greig Credit: Porter Novelli

New Zealand’s leading environmentally sustainable winery, Yealands Estate, has appointed Martin Greig to the position of International Sales Manager, responsible for developing Yealands Estate wine sales globally.

 

With over 14 years experience in the wine industry, Martin has previously worked at Corbans Wines, Montana Wines, Wither Hills and Ager Sectus Wine Estates.

 

Martin says he is completely dedicated to founder Peter Yealand’s vision. “I relish the opportunity to represent a wine company that is committed to making stunning wines in a totally sustainable way,” says Martin.

 

Peter Yealands says the company has already enjoyed success in overseas markets since it launched in August last year and Martin’s experience puts the company in a strong position to continue to grow.

 

Martin’s appointment is effective immediately.

 

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