VISIT BY CFB JAPAN IMPORTER SAPPORO BREWERIES

In February 2023, CFB welcomed Sapporo Breweries’ Head of Marketing, Mr Yasushi Sato, and Brand Manager for [yellow tail] and Peter Lehmann, Mr Haruki Toma, to Australia. Sapporo Breweries are one of Japan’s largest beer companies and a major importer of wine and spirits. James Wilson and Shirley Song accompanied the guests to visit the [yellow tail] and Peter Lehmann wineries where they toured the vineyards and met several key personnel, including David Joeky, Les Worland, Nigel Westblade, Brett Schutz and Jade Rogge. Numerous tastings were held with some fabulous wines – the highlight being a 2015 Masterson Shiraz. John Casella also hosted a memorable dinner where he showed off his cooking skills! Thank you to Shirley and James for making Sapporo Breweries feel welcome in their Australia travels.