The Graham Gregory Award is open for nominations, with winegrowers, winemakers and others involved in the New South Wales wine industry such as researchers, educators, leaders and innovators encouraged to nominate themselves or others for NSW's most prestigious wine industry accolade.
NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) Group Director Plant Systems Dr Alison Bowman said the Graham Gregory Award recognises people who are advancing the wine industry, both in NSW and further afield.
"This award celebrates those that continue to advance the industry and contribute to its success. It is named in honour of a pioneer of the NSW wine industry and a former NSW DPI Deputy Director General in Agriculture.
"Individuals involved in any field in the NSW wine industry are encouraged to self-nominate or nominate a colleague for this esteemed award."
The Award recognises areas such as leadership, research and development, winemaking, education and market development.
The 2021 recipient, Bruno Brombal, is a second-generation grape grower and Chairperson of the Riverina Winegrape Growers who has been an advocate and mentor in the wine industry for many years.
NSW Wine Industry Association President Mark Bourne said Mr Brombal's significant contribution goes beyond technical or professional advocacy and mentorship.
"Mr Brombal is also known for his friendship and the support that he shares with many in the Riverina, being available for growers, wineries, and others in the industry to call on.
"He has been a strong voice and supported many colleagues, assisting with many of the challenges faced by the industry," Mr Bourne said.
This is a retrospective award recognising outstanding contribution from the previous year. The 2022 Award will be presented at the annual ICC Sydney NSW Wine Awards, to be held in Sydney on 10 November 2023.
Nominations for the 2022 Graham Gregory Award close on Monday 9 October 2023.
The nomination form and more information about the award are available on the NSW DPI website
