Scholars of the 2024 Len Evans Tutorial have been announced, with 12 of Australia’s wine professionals set to participate in the 22nd Tutorial.
Since its founding in 2001, the Len Evans Tutorial has been an invaluable training ground, with many of its previous scholars going on to hold pivotal roles in the wine industry, including wine show chairs and senior wine judges.
Said to be ‘the greatest wine school on earth’, the 12 successful scholars of the 2024 Len Evans Tutorial are:
- Nicole Brasier, Winemaker at Tintara Winery, Accolade Wines, SA
- Lisa Cardelli, Wine Writer, Co-ordinator at Halliday Wine Companion, VIV
- Greg Clack, Winemaker, Owner of Chain of Ponds/XO Wine Co, SA
- Tim Dexter, Senior Winemaker at Oakridge Wines, VIC
- Lauren Hansen, Winemaker at Penley Estate, SA
- Andrew Higgins, Chief Winemaker at Tamburlaine Organic Wines, NSW
- Marcell Kustos, Principal, MKW Consulting, SA
- Jonathon Mattick, Winemaker, Viticulturist and Owner of Canobolas Wines, NSW
- Aaron Mercer, Winemaker at Mercer Wines, NSW
- Foni Pollitt, Owner, Buyer and Wine Educator, Mayfair Lane Pub & Dining Room, WA
- Skye Salter, Winemaker, Co-owner of Paralian Wines, SA
- Rohan Smith, Chief Winemaker at Medhurst Wines, VIC
Sally Evans, Chair of the Board, said: “The Selection Panel was once again knocked out by the calibre of applicants, with a stellar short list that made the final twelve the topic of much discussion as we aim to create a balanced group from across the industry and the country.
“The Board encourages all those who were unsuccessful to continue to refine their skills and reapply in 2025.”
Scholars will attend the Len Evans Tutorial in the Hunter Valley from 4 to 8 November 2024, with all tuition, accommodation, travel, wine and food covered by Tutorial sponsors and donors.
Philanthropist Basil Sellers will continue as Patron of the Len Evans Tutorial.
