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Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction Reveals 2026 Line-Up
HAWKE’S BAY WINE AUCTION UNCORKS ONE OF ITS BIGGEST AND MOST EXCLUSIVE LINE-UPS YET. Wine lovers are being invited to secure some of Hawke’s Bay’s most exclusive wines, with tickets now on sale for the 2026 Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction and this year’s highly anticipated auction lots officially announced. Returning to Toitoi Hawke’s Bay Arts […]
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Twelve Wines, One Remarkable Vintage for Wairarapa Pinot Noir 2024
‘Big Splash, Small Puddle – Twelve Wines.’ One Remarkable Vintage. Wairarapa Pinot Noir 2024. Wairarapa Wine Region has unveiled the first of its inaugural Wairarapa Wine Pinot Noir Selection, a curated case of twelve Pinot Noir wines from the exceptional 2024 vintage, showcasing the diversity, character and quality of one of New Zealand’s most celebrated […]
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Invivo & Graham Norton Blend 13th Vintage of Their NZ Sauvignon Blanc
Invivo & Graham Norton Blend 13th Vintage of their New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc in Historic London Wine Cellars, Amid record heatwave in the UK’s capital city This week, during record UK temperatures, Graham Norton joined Invivo winemakers Rob Cameron and Tim Lightbourne – who had traveled over from New Zealand – in the cool, historic […]
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Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction Heads North for Inaugural Auckland Preview + Tasting
For the first time in its 34-year history, the Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction is heading north, with the launch of their Auckland Preview + Tasting Evening. Wine lovers will get an exclusive for look at the 2026 Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction at Caro’s Wine Merchants in Grey Lynn on Tuesday 28 July, ahead of the […]
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Small in Scale, Big in Presence: Wairarapa Wines Shine at Decanter
The Wairarapa, a tiny wine region responsible for just 1% of New Zealand’s wine production, continues to make an outsized impression on the world stage with outstanding results at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards. Widely regarded as one of the world’s most influential and prestigious wine competitions, the Decanter World Wine Awards bring together […]
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Featured Winery July 2026 – Chateau Garage, Hawke’s Bay
What do you get when you cross a brick shed with turrets and a winegrower? Chateau Garage of course! This month we are visiting wine-maker Ollie Powrie, at his garage-based winery in Napier, in the Hawke’s Bay wine region. THE WINEMAKER Where did the Chateau Garage story begin? The moment struck at a Chateau in […]
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Misha’s Vineyard Enters New Phase with Strategic Vineyard Sale.
Misha’s Vineyard Wines Enters New Phase with Strategic Vineyard Sale and Multi-Year Supply Agreement. Misha’s Vineyard Wines has announced the sale of its 57-hectare Bendigo vineyard property, marking an important new phase for the acclaimed Central Otago wine producer while ensuring continuity of wine production through a multi-year grape supply agreement. The transaction enables Misha’s […]
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Home Fields Wine Launches New 500mL Glass Bottle Format
Wairarapa wine producer Home Fields Wine has lunched a new 500mL glass bottle format, perfectly sized for modern life. Owned and operated by Caroline and Brent Eddy, Home Fields Wine operates from their own vineyard, plus a family of boutique heritage sites they farm in Wairarapa. Why The 500mL Format? ‘We have more information on […]
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Tasting Mahi Wine at The Hour Glass With Brian Bicknell, Wine Maker
Yet another fabulous evening at the Hour Glass in New Plymouth, this time tasting the wines of Mahi Wine with the man himself, Brian Bicknell. Excellent Marlborough wines matched with delicious tapas from Jenna and her team. I’ve known Brian for a while now & been familiar with Mahi wine from my three years living […]
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Sydney Sommelier Named Inaugural Hawke’s Bay Wine Ambassador
Sydney Sommelier Named Inaugural Hawke’s Bay Wine Ambassador – Hawke’s Bay Wine and Sommeliers Australia are pleased to announce Sydney-based sommelier Miroslava “Mimi” Mrazikova as the inaugural recipient of the Hawke’s Bay Wine Ambassadorship. Created in partnership with Sommeliers Australia, the Hawke’s Bay Wine Ambassador programme is designed to strengthen connections between Hawke’s Bay and […]
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WinePro NZ 2026 – Practical Solutions, Smarter Production, Industry Insight
WinePro NZ 2026 To Put Practical Solutions, Smarter Production and Industry Insight Centre Stage – Major conference program announced featuring MPI, Zespri, vineyard economics, automation, electrification, climate science and practical grower solutions. As New Zealand’s wine sector navigates changing markets, cost pressures, and the need for greater efficiency, WinePro NZ 2026 is set to bring […]
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Hawke’s Bay Wine Makes Strong Impression In Melbourne
Hawke’s Bay Wine recently delivered its first major Australian market activation as part of the Hawke’s Bay Wine Export Strategy, with a highly successful trade showcase held in Melbourne. Hosted at the historic Kelvin Club, the event brought together leading Australian trade, sommeliers, media and wine professionals for a day dedicated to discovering the depth, […]
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Join Us at WinePro NZ 2026 – Attendee Registration Is Open
Looking for new products and suppliers to move your business forward? WinePro NZ 2026 brings together the latest innovations and suppliers from across the wine industry, giving you the chance to explore and compare, all under one roof. Discover New Products First Be among the first to experience emerging trends, with direct access to smart […]
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Featured Winery June 2026 – Askerne Estate Wines, Hawke’s Bay
This Month we are heading back to the East Coast to visit Askerne Estate, an award-winning, family-run winery nestled in Havelock North in the Hawkes’ Bay wine region. With a rich family heritage, award-winning wines, and a commitment to quality and sustainability, Askerne Estate Winery is the place to go for a memorable wine experience. […]
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Kumeu River Takes Top Honours in Judgement+50 Blind Tasting
Fifty years after the original Judgement of Paris changed the wine world forever, Kumeu River has proudly taken top honours in a global blind tasting celebrating its legacy. Organised by The International Wine & Food Society (IWFS), Judgement+50 brought together more than 1,000 wine enthusiasts and experts across Europe, North America, South Africa, Asia, and […]
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GIMBLETT GRAVELS® 2024 Annual Vintage Selection Announced
The best of the best: Announcing the GIMBLETT GRAVELS® 2024 Annual Vintage Selection – What a vintage! On revealing the top 12, Andrew Caillard MW declared, “the 2024 Gimblett Gravels® vintage has yielded an embarrassment of richness.” The Annual Vintage Selection (AVS) is a curated case of twelve standout wines from the Gimblett Gravels Wine […]
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Featured Wine Review – Kokako Farms Release Three New Chardonnays
Nestled in the beautiful Ohiti valley in western Hawkes Bay, Kokako Farms provides some of the best chardonnay and syrah growing conditions in New Zealand. Sitting on the left bank of the Ngaruroro river, the vineyard also benefits from the famed Hawke’s Bay river gravels, which help deliver the rich, full base notes of their Syrah. […]
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Philip Gregan Awarded Lifetime Achievement Honour by The Drinks Business
New Zealand Winegrowers (NZW) Chief Executive Officer Philip Gregan has been awarded a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by leading international publication The Drinks Business, recognising his significant contribution to the global wine industry. The award acknowledges Philip’s leadership and influence over more than four decades, during which New Zealand has earned a global reputation for […]
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Harvest to Harbour: A Cable Bay Wine Dinner at FISH
FISH Restaurant Presents “Harvest to Harbour” in Collaboration with Cable Bay Vineyards – FISH Restaurant at Hilton Auckland invites guests to an exclusive one-night-only dining experience, Harvest to Harbour: A Cable Bay Wine Dinner, taking place on Tuesday, 26 May 2026. In collaboration with the acclaimed Cable Bay Vineyards, the evening will showcase a curated […]
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007 Golds for Spy Valley & NZ Winery of Year at London Wine Competition
Spy Valley Wines has achieved a clean sweep at the London Wine Competition 2026, securing gold medals for all seven wines entered and being named Winery of the Year New Zealand. The winning line-up included the 2023 Envoy by Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc, 2024 Spy Valley Chardonnay, and 2025 Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc, alongside a diverse […]
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Appellation Marlborough Wine Appoints Stephanie McIntyre as Chief Executive Officer
Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW) has announced the appointment of Stephanie McIntyre as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking an important milestone as the organisation continues to strengthen the integrity, visibility and value of Marlborough wine. With over 20 years of experience living and working in Marlborough, McIntyre brings a wealth of expertise spanning senior winery […]
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Smith & Sheth Wines with Dan at the Hour Glass, New Plymouth
I recently attended an excellent Wine & Food match evening at The Hour Glass in New Plymouth, one of many events held during Feastival Taranaki. Dan Shea from Smith & Sheth from over in the Hawke’s Bay, presented 5 wines from their portfolio, all matched with delicious tapas from Jenna’s team at The Hour Glass. […]
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Young Viticulturists Start Preparing For The 2026 Competitions
As the leaves in the vineyards turn to gold, Young Viticulturists around New Zealand are turning their focus to silver with the goal of raising their coveted regional trophy and ultimately the national trophy as the 2026 Ormond Nurseries New Zealand Young Viticulturist of the Year. The competition has been running for twenty years, supporting […]
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The Aotearoa Chardonnay Symposium Returns In September 2026
The Aotearoa Chardonnay Symposium is back in 2026 taking place on September 17 – 18 at Toitoi in Hastings. It’s a collaborative forum for the Aotearoa wine community to assess our current standing and chart our path forward in the journey to produce exceptional Chardonnay. The Aotearoa Chardonnay Symposium returns to Te Matau-a-M?ui Hawke’s Bay […]