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Awards and Prizes

May 26, 2026

Brokenwood Wines is a leader in sustainable farming.

In short:

Brokenwood Wines won the President's Medal.

The wine industry is facing challenges.

The award helps employee morale.

Brokenwood turns grape waste into compost.

The compost is used to fertilize the vines.

This practice helped Brokenwood win an award.

The chief winemaker is proud of the achievement.

The wine industry has been tough lately.

Awards can boost employee morale.

The award shows the company's hard work pays off.

Wine demand is declining globally.

Small changes can help the wine industry.

Be patient and persistent.

Changes take time to show results.

Brokenwood focuses on sustainability.

The company uses lightweight glass bottles.

Judges visited the winery in February.

Sustainability is important to Brokenwood.

The company cares about people and the environment.

The President's Medal is not about taste or presentation.

Other finalists included Mandole Orchard and Stockyard Beef.

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