Martin Palz will be the new wine belly chief: a win for Styria

Martin Palz will be the new wine belly chief: a win for Styria

In the heart of the Styrian winegrowing zone, there is a significant change of leadership. Martin Palz, who is currently working as a specialist advisor in the largest wine -growing region in Styria in Leibnitz, will take over the office of vineyard in April 2025. He follows Werner Luttenberger, who will retire after 25 years in this responsible position. During this time, Luttenberger played a decisive role in the positive development of viticulture in the region.

Martin Palz, 48 years old, has more than two decades of experience in viticulture. The estimated specialist advised numerous wine -growing companies in Styria and specialized in answering technical questions, especially in the Leibnitz district, which has 2,800 hectares of winegrowing. In addition, he has made a name for himself as a specialist judge in national and international wine reviews and, as managing director of the Styrian wine week, has been successfully campaigning for the promotion of regional wine culture since 2006.

Explanation of the decision

The choice of Martin Palz fell through a comprehensive assessment under the supervision of a Hearing Commission. Chamber director Werner Brugner expressed a positive statement about the new occupation and emphasized Palz 'extensive expertise and his high sense of responsibility. "He is a proven wine -growing expert with well -founded knowledge and single experience," emphasized Brugner.

The role of the vineyard is not only important for the Chamber of Agriculture, but also has influence on the entire wine industry in Styria. With his many years of experience and commitment to viticulture, Martin Palz could give new impulses and continue the successful Tradition of the Styrian viticulture. At the moment, the focus remains on how the developments in the Styrian wine sector will be under his leadership.