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International Wine Challenge announces new global regional structure
The International Wine Challenge has announced a major new regional structure that will see the competition evolve into four regional wine competitions across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the United Kingdom. The new structure will launch from July 2026, with entries opening for both IWC Americas and IWC Asia Pacific ahead of their first...
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Five key trends from DWWA 2026
Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) 2026 reveals several clear shifts shaping today’s global wine landscape, from regional identity to consumer value. 1. Great wine now comes from more places than ever One of the strongest messages from DWWA 2026 is the continued expansion of fine wine geography, with medals awarded to wines from 56 countries....
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Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 Best in Show: Top 50 wines
The results of Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) 2026 have been published, revealing a global wine landscape that is more diverse, competitive and exciting than ever before. The world’s largest wine competition, almost 17,000 wines from 58 countries were blind tasted by 245 leading wine experts, including 63 Masters of Wine and 24 Master Sommeliers,...
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Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction heads north for the first time
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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Star Wine List names the best wine lists in the world
The competition is one of the fiercest contests for the sommeliers who represent the talent behind exemplary wine programmes.
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Young Viticulturist of the Year 2026 regional winners
The competition provides an opportunity for viticulturists 30 years and under to start making a name for themselves within the industry.
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Shaken or stirred? Get ready to celebrate World Martini Day!
World Martini Day falls on the third Saturday in June each year and around the world martini lovers sip on this classic cocktail.
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Central Otago’s shift to organics shines at national wine awards
According to the 2025 New Zealand Winegrowers Sustainability Report, 16% of wineries now hold organic certification.
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Champagne Bollinger announces new Cellar Master
Émilien Boutillat will be entrusted with preserving and deepening the expression of the style and identity of the House.
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How should spirits companies target the RTD opportunity?
The dynamic RTD category is a potentially lucrative source of value growth for spirits brands, but making the most of this opportunity is complex.
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Sydney sommelier named inaugural Hawke’s Bay Wine Ambassador
The programme is designed to strengthen connections between Hawke’s Bay and the Australian wine trade.
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Alcohol consumption declines amid excise increases
The Brewers Association is putting Treasury’s own revenue forecasts under the microscope.
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The search is on to find New Zealand’s Top 100 Sommeliers
The list will be a definitive guide to the best professionals working in hospitality and beverages service today.
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Ticket sales open for the 2026 New Zealand Spirits Awards
The event recognises excellence and aims to promote outstanding brands and spirit categories.
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Leefield Station Pinot Noir 2024, Marlborough
Awarded 93 Points, Cameron Douglas MS notes core fruit flavours of dark cherry and strawberry, with layers of wood spice and mineral earth, a saline quality, and a lengthy finish. Read the full tasting note >>
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Nautilus Pinot Noir 2023, Southern Valleys, Marlborough
Awarded 93 Points, Cameron Douglas MS notes a complex and intriguing bouquet with fresh and developing scents of red berry fruits, strawberry and yellow cherry, plum and floral notes of rose and red melon. Read the full tasting note >>
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Chard Farm River Run Pinot Noir 2024, Central Otago
Awarded 93 Points, Cameron Douglas MS notes aromas and flavours of dark cherry and plum, a very youthful and tense wine poised for ageing, with flavours of boysenberry and dark plum. Read the full tasting note >>
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World Drinks Awards announces the best drinks and people of 2026
This year's competition saw World's Best titles awarded to both established producers and emerging innovators.
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International Bartenders Association launches global hub for bars
The IBA offers venues one place for recipes, menus, staff routines, checklists and event management.
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Beervana 2026 set to bush brewing boundaries
This year’s festival will bring together some of New Zealand’s biggest breweries, a strong Australian contingent, and first-time international brewers.