Peter Yealands Honoured with 2016 Kea World Class New Zealand Award

Peter Yealands has been awarded with a 2016 Kea World Class New Zealand Award, New Zealand’s most prestigious individual achievement award.

Founder of Yealands Estate Wines in Marlborough, Peter Yealands has become a trailblazer for sustainable wine production. One of his most notable achievements for the future of winemaking was the founding of the world’s first carbon zero winery.

Ngapera Riley, Global Director at Kea, said of Yealands’ achievements, “Kea are delighted that Peter Yealands was selected to win the 2016 World Class New Zealand Award this year.  The Awards celebrate New Zealanders who have achieved outstanding international success and who have made significant contributions to New Zealand’s social, economic, and cultural growth,”

“We strongly feel that Pete exemplifies every element of a World Class New Zealander.  His story inspires and motivates New Zealanders to work hard and think big.  His life work is world-leading and world changing,”

“He is leading the way for sustainable New Zealand businesses and being recognised and awarded internationally for this.”

Yealands Wine Group was formed in 2011 and is currently one of the largest privately-owned wine companies in New Zealand.

Peter Yealands has graciously accepted the award, reflecting on the efforts leading up to that moment.

“This award captures and demonstrates the free spirit of every New Zealander. I have been very fortunate, but it takes more than good fortune to reach a goal, it takes determination and perseverance,” said Yealands.

“It takes time and a lot of hard work but most of all it takes a team effort.  It’s team work that has put me where I am today and it will be team work that will put me where I am going.”

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