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Alex Sas is a Senior Research & Innovation Program Manager at Wine Australia, where he works with grapegrowers, winemakers, researchers and industry partners to identify, develop and invest in research, development and extension initiatives that strengthen the Australian grape and wine sector. His portfolio encompasses viticulture, sustainability, biosecurity, vineyard productivity and innovation adoption, with a strong focus on delivering practical outcomes for industry.

Alex brings more than 30 years of experience across the Australian and New Zealand wine sectors. Prior to joining Wine Australia in 2019, he held senior viticulture leadership roles with Accolade Wines, Constellation Wines and BRL Hardy, where he was responsible for vineyard operations, grape supply and quality management. Earlier in his career, he worked with The Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI), CSIRO and the Western Australian Department of Agriculture, building extensive expertise in viticulture research, irrigation, grape quality and grower engagement.

A passionate advocate for innovation and industry resilience, Alex has played leadership roles in research investment, sustainability initiatives and biosecurity programs, and has contributed to several industry boards and committees. He combines deep technical knowledge with practical vineyard experience, helping ensure research outcomes are translated into meaningful benefits for Australian wine businesses.