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Helen MacFarlane

Business Development Manager at Yealands Wine Group

Helen MacFarlane is a seasoned professional in the wine industry, currently serving as Business Development Manager at Yealands Wine Group since September 2014. Prior roles include various positions at Bibendum Wine Ltd from August 2003 to September 2014, where responsibilities ranged from Account Manager to National Account Manager. Helen also contributed to The Wine Treasury as an Account Manager and began a career in sales with Direct Wines as an Outbound Sales Representative. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Classical and Ancient Studies from the University of Reading, obtained from 1995 to 1998, and a high school education at Malvern Girls' College from 1989 to 1995.

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Yealands Wine Group

Since launching in 2008 the Yealands Wine Group (YWG) has established itself as one of New Zealand's pre-eminent wine exporters. The company has been recognised globally for its sustainable practices, (Green Company GC-Mark certified, International Green Awards, Drinks Business Green Awards), the quality of its wines, (NZ Wine Producer of the Year, International Wine & Spirit Competition 2014) and its business model processes (American Chamber of Commerce - Exporter of the Year). Whilst much has been achieved in a short space of time, the group's ambitious approach - best encapsulated by their philosophy 'Think boldly, tread lightly and never say it can't be done'​, targets strong sustained growth and development of a truly global business. SUPPLY - 85% Sauvignon Blanc. Other varietals: Pinot Gris, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Gruner Veltliner, Viognier, Chardonnay, Albarino, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Syrah, Tempranillo, Cabernet Franc, Port - Over 100 Parcels of Sauvignon Blanc vinified separately - Regional Blends through to sub regions, single vineyard and single blocks