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NZ Organic Wine Week Celebrating Nine Years This September 2026
Begun in 2018 by Organic Winegrowers NZ, Organic Wine Week has stayed true to its purpose of highlighting the quality and environmental benefits of organic wine production. It’s an opportunity for both wine enthusiasts and industry professionals to explore the unique flavours, great depth and authentic stories behind organic wines and to support wineries that […]
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Sarah Jessica Parker & Invivo Wines Launch 0% Sauvignon Blanc
Sarah Jessica Parker and New Zealand’s Invivo Wines debut their first alcohol-free wine. This winter, the partners-in-wine introduce Invivo X, SJP 0% Sauvignon Blanc, the newest addition to their cult-favourite wine collection, now hitting the shelves nationwide across New Zealand. The new 0% wine was crafted in New Zealand by Invivo Cofounder and Winemaker Rob […]
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Aaron Coxhead Wins 2026 North Island Young Winemaker of the Year
Congratulations to Aaron Coxhead from Coxhead Wines for becoming the 2026 Tonnellerie de Mercurey North Island Young Winemaker of the Year following the competition held on 23 July at Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) in Hawke’s Bay. Having come second in this competition in 2024, Aaron has since been gaining international winemaking experience and returned […]
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Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction Unveil Sculpture by Artist Glen Colechin
The Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction has unveiled an original copper sculpture by acclaimed Napier artist Glen Colechin as one of the headline lots for its 2026 event. Created exclusively for the auction, Perpetual Harvest is the first sculptural artwork to feature since 2018 and will go under the hammer on Saturday 12 September, with every […]
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Nick Lamain, Isabel Estate Wins Marlborough Young Winemaker 2026
Congratulations to Nick Lamain from Isabel Estate, who was crowned the 2026 Tonnellerie de Mercurey Marlborough Young Winemaker of the Year following the competition held on 15 July at the Marlborough Research Centre (MRC) and Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) in Blenheim. “I’m thrilled,” said Nick, who has been studying hard in the build-up […]
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Tasting Rockburn Wines With Tim Severne at the 4th Wall Theatre
Recently I reviewed six excellent new-release wines from Rockburn Wines in Central Otago, so it was a no-brainer to attended a tasting evening at the 4th Wall Theatre Wine Club, with Tim Severene, Rockburn GM presenting. It was another brilliant evening organized by Raewyn & Brett at the 4th Wall Theatre, with around 60 eager […]
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NZ Winegrowers Honours Five Champions of New Zealand Wine
New Zealand Winegrowers (NZW) is celebrating its annual honours list by announcing five additions to the roll of NZ Wine Fellow. Fabian Yukich, Chair of NZW, says the Fellows are a peer-nominated group of highly respected and influential individuals whose leadership, innovation, hard work and passion have helped shape the success of the New Zealand […]
by JB Wine Guy16 viewsnz-wine-newsnew-zealand-wine-growersnz-wine-fellownz-wine-industry-news - news
Central Otago’s Young Winemaker & Young Viticulturist Winners Announced
Central Otago’s Young Winemaker and Young Viticulturist competition winners announced – The winners were announced at a combined Awards Dinner held at the Bannockburn Hall on Thursday 2 July, with Peregrine Vineyard’s Mike Winter keeping everyone on track as MC. “There’s a lot of talent coming out of this region,” said the organisers. Congratulations to […]
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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 […]
by JB Wine Guy14 viewsnz-wine-newswine-reviewswairarapa-pinot-noirwine-awards - news
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 […]
by JB Wine Guy14 viewsnz-wine-newspress-releasegraham-nortoninvivo-winessauvignon-blanc - news
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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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 […]
by JB Wine Guy17 viewsnz-wine-newswine-tastingsmahi-winemarlboroughthe-hour-glasswinetasting - news
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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