Oursula rose through vineyard ranks, crafting award-winning wines.

2024-07-16

In this episode, we meet Oursula Lenee, a dedicated Viticulturist at Laborie. Oursula joined KWV in December 2016 as an Assistant Viticulturist, but her ambition to work at KWV began during her student days at Stellenbosch University. While pursuing her BSc in Viticulture and Oenology, Lenee gained experience at KWV’s Wine Emporium as a tasting assistant and tour leader. It was during this time that her confidence and passion for wine flourished, solidifying her decision to pursue a career i...

In this episode, we meet Oursula Lenee, a dedicated Viticulturist at Laborie. Oursula joined KWV in December 2016 as an Assistant Viticulturist, but her ambition to work at KWV began during her student days at Stellenbosch University.

While pursuing her BSc in Viticulture and Oenology, Lenee gained experience at KWV’s Wine Emporium as a tasting assistant and tour leader. It was during this time that her confidence and passion for wine flourished, solidifying her decision to pursue a career in the wine industry.

She shares her inspiring journey, highlighting her roles and accomplishments within the wine sector. She delves into the reasons behind her choice to specialise in viticulture, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs she has encountered along the way.

The South African Wine Industry Professional Body (SAWIPB) was established to develop practitioners and support industry-related entities, ensuring social sustainability in the wine sector.

DISCLAIMER:

The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of SAWIPB. The information provided in this episode is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

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