Unique line-up of International Judges for NZ Wine Comp

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Monday 20 May, 2013 – for immediate publication

‘Unique line-up of International Judges for New Zealand’s Spiegelau International Wine Competition’

From a total of 12 judges, three are flying in from Australia and one from Singapore to add their extensive experience to the eight-strong New Zealand team at this year’s Spiegelau International Wine Competition.

Joining regulars Ralph Kyte-Powell from Melbourne and Adelaide-based consultant Phil Reedman MW are Annette Scarfe, a newly minted MW based in Singapore and Nick Ryan, wine writer and commentator from Sydney.

Chief Judge, Mike DeGaris commenting on the appointments said, “This show always has a very strong judging line-up and with the addition of Nick and Annette we are in a perfect position to appraise the 1200 or so entries.”

Trophy sponsors also make for an impressive list and include Singapore Airlines, Silver Fern Farms, Caffe L’affare, Scenic Hotel Group, Liquorland, Antipodes Water Company and the Gow Langsford Gallery. Director Belinda Jackson says, “These companies share our vision of excellence. We are delighted to partner with such influential brands”.

Judging is being held in Marlborough from 18 to 20 June and the Awards Dinner and announcement of trophies is on 9 August in Auckland. Entries close this Friday 24 May.

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