New Group Winemaker for Indevin

Indevin Group has announced the appointment of David Roper as Group Winemaker.

New Zealand’s largest wine company, Indevin’s portfolio includes Villa Maria, Esk Valley, Vidal and Leftfield and the company says that Roper’s expertise and leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping the winemaking vision across the group.

David Roper started in the wine industry in 2002 after training originally in medical microbiology. Beginning as a Cellar Hand at Villa Maria, he has gone on to work alongside some of New Zealand’s most respected winemakers, refining his experience across multiple varietals, wine styles, and brands.

David Roper - new Group Winemaker for Indevin

Indevin Director of Winegrowing, Patrick Materman says, “David has been an integral part of our winemaking team for over 20 years, and we are delighted to see him step into this well-earned leadership position.

“His deep understanding of New Zealand’s wine industry, combined with his commitment to producing wines that resonate with consumers, will be instrumental as we continue to grow our brands in key global markets.”