Mark Skenfield Email & Phone Number

Limestone Coast, South Australia

Southern Highlands, Nsw / Coal River Valley, Tasmania, Australia

Viticultural oversight of premium cool climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Arneis, Lagrein & Refosco in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, Australia.Viticultural oversight of premium cool climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Shiraz, Viognier & Pinot Gris vineyard development and management in the Coal River Valley, Tasmania, Australia.Development of 65 acres of premium Tasmanian vineyards focusing on combining the latest in soil… Show more Viticultural oversight of premium cool climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Arneis, Lagrein & Refosco in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, Australia.Viticultural oversight of premium cool climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Shiraz, Viognier & Pinot Gris vineyard development and management in the Coal River Valley, Tasmania, Australia.Development of 65 acres of premium Tasmanian vineyards focusing on combining the latest in soil preparation and monitoring, trellising approaches, vine spacing strategies and irrigation technologies with hands-on wine-focused farming. Show less

California, United States

From 1994 to 2016, Vinescapes developed over 40 vineyards with an emphasis on progressive viticultural designs coupled with old-world aesthetics. Vinescapes areas of focus:• Vineyard development incorporating the most progressive technology of the time• Aesthetic vineyard layouts that marry form and function• Trellising systems appropriate for climate needs and premium production approaches• Irrigation systems set up for minimizing water waste and fertilizing through the… Show more From 1994 to 2016, Vinescapes developed over 40 vineyards with an emphasis on progressive viticultural designs coupled with old-world aesthetics. Vinescapes areas of focus:• Vineyard development incorporating the most progressive technology of the time• Aesthetic vineyard layouts that marry form and function• Trellising systems appropriate for climate needs and premium production approaches• Irrigation systems set up for minimizing water waste and fertilizing through the irrigation system• Responsible methods for fertilizing and controlling weeds & disease through Organic, Bio-dynamic or Sustainable farming• Cultural practices that help minimize excess canopy & crop-load to intensify fruit flavors• Importance of soil building and emphasis of microbial activity in the soil• Cover-cropping to incorporate organic materials from within the site and encourage mycorrhizae in the soil• Working with vineyard owners to establish strong relationships with wineries• Working with winemakers to tailor the clients' grapes to the winemakers vision• Working with wineries to explore up-and-coming varieties that may provide them a marketing edge• Helping burgeoning wine regions develop their potential Show less

California, United States

See the story in the Newsome-Harlow link "In the beginning"

California, United States

Viticulture And Enology

Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication

Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication

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