NICOLE BATTISTESSA APPOINTED MANAGING DIRECTOR, VINARCHY ANZ
12 FEBRUARY 2026: : Vinarchy has today announced the appointment of Nicole Battistessa as Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand where she will oversee commercial operations and distribution of the company’s leading wine brands including Jacob’s Creek, Hardys, Stoneleigh, Brancott Estate, Petaluma, St Hallett and Croser.
Ms Battistessa brings more than 25 years of experience in leading global FMCG companies including Nestlé, Unilever and Kimberly-Clark. She has held several senior executive roles across the Asia Pacific region, including Managing Director, Nestle Singapore and General Manager, Purina Australia and New Zealand.
Danny Celoni, Vinarchy CEO said: “I am thrilled to announce Nicole’s appointment to Vinarchy's Executive Leadership Team as we continue our mission to redefine wine, drive category expansion and deliver innovation at scale. Nicole brings an impressive track record in driving growth across multiple consumer brand categories and markets. Her ability to deliver shared growth as a foundation for deep customer relationships and her strength in leading high performing teams will be incredibly valuable as we deliver our strategy.”
Reflecting on her appointment, Ms Battistessa said: “I am excited to be joining Vinarchy as the company approaches its one-year milestone. With our exceptional portfolio offering, a dynamic innovation pipeline, and an outstanding team, I can’t wait to partner with our customers and make a real impact as we take the wine category forward together.” Ms Battistessa will join Vinarchy in early March 2026. ENDS
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Media contact:
Emilie Reynolds
(+61) 429 724 564
Notes to editors:
Established in 2025 following the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, Vinarchy combines Vin (the French word for wine), with Archy (from the Ancient Greek word for leadership). Together it means wine leadership.
Vinarchy is one of the world’s leading dedicated wine companies and home to an incredible range of global brands led by Hardys, Campo Viejo and Jacob’s Creek. Our quality wines offer something for everyone, and every occasion – each bringing its own unique story to the world.
Our rich brand history stretches right back to the pioneering plantings of Johann Gramp and Thomas Hardy in the 1840s and 50s. Today, we craft wines in Australia, New Zealand, Spain and South Africa, with our global sourcing footprint also spanning premium grape growing regions in Italy, Argentina, France, the United States and Chile. We are proud to share our wines in almost every corner of the world.
We will redefine wine by meeting the fast-changing needs of our consumers with new formats, innovative products and experiences that welcome all into wine for moments of celebration and connection.
Vinarchy is a place where passionate people can do their very best work, break new ground and redefine the industry they love.
Reflecting on her appointment, Ms Battistessa said: “I am excited to be joining Vinarchy as the company approaches its one-year milestone. With our exceptional portfolio offering, a dynamic innovation pipeline, and an outstanding team, I can’t wait to partner with our customers and make a real impact as we take the wine category forward together.” Ms Battistessa will join Vinarchy in early March 2026. ENDS
ENDS
Media contact:
Emilie Reynolds
(+61) 429 724 564
Notes to editors:
About Vinarchy
Established in 2025 following the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, Vinarchy combines Vin (the French word for wine), with Archy (from the Ancient Greek word for leadership). Together it means wine leadership.
Vinarchy is one of the world’s leading dedicated wine companies and home to an incredible range of global brands led by Hardys, Campo Viejo and Jacob’s Creek. Our quality wines offer something for everyone, and every occasion – each bringing its own unique story to the world.
Our rich brand history stretches right back to the pioneering plantings of Johann Gramp and Thomas Hardy in the 1840s and 50s. Today, we craft wines in Australia, New Zealand, Spain and South Africa, with our global sourcing footprint also spanning premium grape growing regions in Italy, Argentina, France, the United States and Chile. We are proud to share our wines in almost every corner of the world.
We will redefine wine by meeting the fast-changing needs of our consumers with new formats, innovative products and experiences that welcome all into wine for moments of celebration and connection.
Vinarchy is a place where passionate people can do their very best work, break new ground and redefine the industry they love.