Yesterday it was announced that Jack Glover will lead as chief judge for the Marlborough Wine Show.

Now in its eight year, the show will kick off from the 15-17 October 2018.

The event will showcase and celebrate New Zealand’s leading wine region and support Marlborough’s upcoming talent in the industry with the associate judging programme.

Judging for the Marlborough Wine Show will take place over three days, with a strong panel of nine judges including John Saker and Dr Jamie Goode.

Experienced wine show judges and local winemakers will lend their considerable expertise.

The associate judge programme will continue, with applications for associate judging and stewarding positions open now and closing off on 13 August.

With exceptionally strong foundations, the Marlborough Wine Show was created and built by Belinda Jackson and Margaret Creswell in 2011.

Wine Marlborough, the regional winegrower representative body, purchased the show after the 2017 event, with the aim of continuing its legacy and growing the show to celebrate all elements of the wine industry in Marlborough.

Wine Marlborough said the Marlborough Wine Show is a key tool in protecting the reputation of the Marlborough wine industry, as well as being a key event to celebrate the brilliant winemaking and viticultural talent in the region.

Wine Marlborough said it would like to recognise and congratulate previous Chief Judge, Jeff Clarke for his contribution to the Marlborough Wine Show for a number of years.

Entries for the Marlborough Wine Show will open on 27 August, and the awards celebration takes place on 26 October 2018.

*Feature image: Jack Glover