Tulloch Wine CEO Christina Tulloch has been awarded the prestigious 2023 Graham Gregory Award at the annual NSW Wine Awards held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) in Sydney today.
The Graham Gregoy Award is the industry's highest accolade recognising individuals who are advancing the wine industry both in NSW and further afield and recognises areas such as leadership, research and development, winemaking, education and market development.
Christina Tulloch, now the fourth generation of the family to be involved in the Tulloch Wines business, is a pivotal member of the Australian wine industry and has been selected for significant contributions to the Hunter Valley Wine and Tourism industry, as an inspiring leader and brand ambassador.
While working for Tulloch Wines, Christina has held roles on national and regional bodies, including:
- The Director and now Chair of Destination Sydney Surrounds North;
- The first female President of the Hunter Valley Wine & Tourism Association; and.
- Director of Wine Australia (Small Winemakers).
Christina has worked to unite, protect and advance NSW wine and strengthen partnerships, through some of the toughest challenges to industry in recent years.
The Graham Gregory Award is named in honour of the former NSW Agriculture Deputy Director General who was instrumental in the development of the NSW wine industry.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is an ongoing partner of the NSW Wine Industry Association and delivers support through research and development for continual growth.