Hugh Girling
Blenheim,MBH
Summary
Currently self employed running Huge Productions Ltd providing vineyard and winery management services. These services are both systems based and hands on. Involvement in the organisation and running of wine shows. Strong work ethos with the aim of achieving consistent outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Vineyard Manager
Odyssey Wines
09.2019 - Current
- Management of 8 ha Organic hillside and terraced vineyard on Wrekin Road. Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris varietals.
- Design and implementation of organic spray programmes. Pest and disease monitoring. Organisation of contractors. Irrigation Monitoring and R&M
- Conducting BioGro and SWNZ Audits.
- All machinery operations: Spraying, Multiclean undervine weed control, mowing/mulching, cultivating and trimming.
- Liaising with Owner.
Operations Manager
Sugar Loaf Wines Ltd
02.2011 - Current
- Winery and Vineyard Compliance and audits at both local and national levels. BioGro, SWNZ - Vineyards and Winery, WSMP, WECS and MDC.
- Grapelink spray diary records for all company vineyards.
- Maintaining and monitoring of winery and vineyard infrastructure.
- Waste Water Management.
- Fridge Plant Management
- Overseeing of winery expansion projects.
- Health & Safety for vineyard and winery.
- Vintage planning and logistics.
- Liaising with vineyard and winery teams and contractors.
- Vineyard machinery operations as required - mowing/trimming/leaf plucking.
- Winemaking consultation.
Vineyard Manager and Winemaker
Ra Nui Wines
01.2010 - 10.2021
- Management of 12 ha vineyard. Organic pesticide practices. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris varietals.
- Development of organic spray programme and implementation.
- Machinery operations and maintenance - spraying, mowing/mulching, trimming. Pest and disease monitoring. Irrigation monitoring and R&M.
- Viticulturist and contractor liaising.
- SWNZ and BioGro compliance certification and Grapelink spray diary records.
- Winemaking for the Ra Nui wine label.
Owner/Director
Huge Productions Ltd
01.2010 - Current
- Director/Operator providing Vineyard and Winery Management at consultant, management and practical levels.
- Previously owner/operator of a vineyard contracting company providing spraying, mowing, trimming and leaf plucking to small vineyards with own machinery.
- Previously owned a hillside Pinot Noir Vineyard in the Delta Lakes.
Assistant Chief Steward
New World Wine Awards
06.2020 - Current
- Organisation and implementation of the checking of the wine sample entries. Sorting any discrepancies.
- Leading Steward Teams in the running of the Wine Show.
- Organisation of the Champion and Trophy Judging.
- Assisting the Chief Steward as directed.
Education
Foundation Degree - Wine Studies
University of Brighton
Brighton UKLevel 4 Diploma - Wines & Spirits
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
London UKSkills
- Leadership and Management
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Practical
- Wealth of knowledge and experience
- Value trust and loyalty
- Community focused
- Ability to use own initiative
- Planning and Coordination
- Maintenance and Repair
- Scheduling
Additional Work History
Details of previous work history can be supplied on request.
Additional Information
- Bohally Intermediate School Board of Trustees Jan 2021 - Dec 2023. Presiding Member Jan 2021 - Nov 2022
- Marlborough Boys College Rowing Club Chairman: 2022 to current
- Hockey Marlborough Board Member - Facilities: 2023 to current
- Marlborough Boys College 1st XI Hockey Team Manager: 2023 to current
- Growsafe certificate.
References
- Kate Acland: Owner/Director - Sugar Loaf Wines Ltd - kate@sugarloafwines.co.nz - 0212558558
- Richard Hunter: Viticulturist - Southern Valleys Viticulture - richard@svv.co.nz - 0212073217
- Bart Anst: Viticulturist - Bart Anst Viticulture Consulting - bavc@xtra.co.nz - 021544842
- Dave Tyney: Winemaker/Grapegrower - Viscosity Wines Ltd - dtyney@viscosity.co.nz 0272401365
Timeline
Assistant Chief Steward
New World Wine Awards
06.2020 - Current
Vineyard Manager
Odyssey Wines
09.2019 - Current
Operations Manager
Sugar Loaf Wines Ltd
02.2011 - Current
Vineyard Manager and Winemaker
Ra Nui Wines
01.2010 - 10.2021
Owner/Director
Huge Productions Ltd
01.2010 - Current
Foundation Degree - Wine Studies
University of Brighton
Level 4 Diploma - Wines & Spirits
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
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