Our People

The People Behind Wine Yarra Valley

Wine Yarra Valley is the independent not-for-profit organisation acting as the peak body for the Yarra Valley wine industry, providing leadership and support to ensure the future success and sustainability of the industry. Our team of experienced and passionate people provide technical, marketing and advocacy support to wineries, growers and producers.

Funded by a voluntary membership base, trade partners, association run events and available grants, Wine Yarra Valley represents and advocates for wineries across the Yarra Valley.

Wine Yarra Valley is overseen and managed by an elected executive board and supporting committees with a full time General Manager, Grove Galligan. The office is supported by two part time administrative staff.

Marketing Committee

Co-Chair Valentina Gasparini (Chandon)

Co-Chair Andrea Bonnano (Oakridge Estate)

Leanne De Bortli (De Bortoli Wines)

Annie Field (Punt Road Wines)

Sara Grounds (Giant Steps)

Jaclyn Rowbotham (Wedgetail Estate)

Euan McDonald-Madden (Tourism East)

Wine Show Committee

Co-Chair Sarah Crowe (Yarra Yering) 

Co-Chair Adam Keath (Wine Network Consulting)

Elita Vezis (Yarra Yering)

Michael Latham (Giant Steps)