Our People

Chief Winemaker

Liam’s passion for cool-climate winemaking brought him to Tasmania in 2019 where he joined the Fogarty Wine Group as Chief Winemaker based at the Group’s wine processing facility, Tasmanian Vintners, near Hobart.

Originally from Marlborough, New Zealand, Liam’s career has also taken him to Canada, France and the United States. Over the past 15 years his wines have attained critical acclaim and he is now excited to be producing sparkling wines from Tasmania’s exceptional vineyards.

Chief Viticulturist

John has been the Chief Viticulturist for the Fogarty Wine Group for more than two decades, overseeing the management of the Group’s premium vineyards across Australia.

John’s focus on sustainability, vineyard quality and innovation ensures only the best fruit is available to the winemakers. His passion was recognised in 2017 when John was awarded the Langton’s prestigious Viticultural Excellence Award.

Regional Viticulturist

Christian has been the Regional Viticulturist in Tasmania since 2020 and is responsible for overseeing the development of our premium Tasmanian vineyards.

Christian has over 18 years of extensive experience advising growers and winemakers across Australia. He is also an irrigation specialist, and passionate about sustainability and new vineyard technologies. For Christian, viticulture is the intersection of art and science.