Second win in Marlborough

Viticulture technician Anna Kelland from Constellation Brands is the 2025 Marlborough Young Viticulturist of the Year, for the second time running.

Anna Kelland

She is excited to represent Marlborough in the national finals again and determined to bring the national trophy home this year.

Laura Hammond from Babich came second, and Harry Watson from Berakah Vineyard Management came third.

This year, ten contestants competed in the Marlborough competition, and they all impressed the judges with their passion for viticulture and ‘can-do’ approach.

2025 marks the 20th anniversary of the competition, highlighting the importance and popularity of this programme.

Anna Kelland will now go through to the National Final to compete against representatives from the winners of the North Island Regional, Hawke’s Bay, South Island Regional, and Central Otago competitions.

The National Final will be held in North Canterbury late next month.