Originally from New Zealand, the thirst for learning more and further developing his skills has taken P.J to work in very well respected Vineyards in Australia, U.S.A and France. He also travelled extensively through Europe studying the great wines of France, Spain and Italy. P.J has earned himself an outstanding reputation as one of Australia’s leading winemakers. A regular show Judge at National and Regional wine shows across Australia and in 2009 he was appointed Chairman of Judges at the Barossa Wine Show and in 2010 The Hunter Valley Wine Industry Association honoured PJ by awarding him wine maker of the year.