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NZW Fellows: Sir Sam Neill Remembered for His Deep Love of New Zealand Wine
Sir Sam Neill made an extraordinary mark on the world, and on the world of New Zealand wine.Sauvignon NZ27
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One of Australia's most decorated winemakers will speak at the Aotearoa New Zealand Chardonnay Symposium in Hawke's Bay this September.Market Expert
Sonal C. Holland became India's first Master of Wine in 2016 and is a leading figure in the country's rapidly…National
36th Southern Pinot Workshop Set for January 2027
The 36th Southern Pinot Workshop will be held from 20–22 January 2027.
Hawke's Bay to Host Great Wine Capitals Conference 2026
The 26th Great Wine Capitals International Annual Conference will be held in Hawke's Bay from 18 - 22 October, in…NZ Sparkling Wine Imports Top 6 Million Litres in 2025
New Zealanders purchased more than six million litres of imported sparkling wine in 2025, according to NZW data.Student First to Contest Both Wine National Titles
A Lincoln University student is set to become the first person to contest both the Young Viticulturist and the Young…Burgundy Exchange Marks 20 Years for Central Otago
It has been 20 years since the inaugural Burgundy Exchange, in which a group of young Central Otago winemakers and…Regional
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New Zealand Wine Vintage 2026: Regional Harvest Results and Industry Outlook
Vintage 2026 yielded excellent fruit for most New Zealand wine regions.Blind Tasting 2025 Returns: NZ Wines Assessed Across 40+ Varieties
After a hiatus last year, the third iteration of the Blind Tasting returned as a one-day event in Auckland, assessing…Seasonal Update: Discombobulated Vines, Focused Wines in 2026
"Discombobulated vines lead to great wines", says viticulturist James Dicey, who has lamented the past five years of comparatively easy…WinePro 2026 Builds on Inaugural Success
Organisers of the Inaugural WinePro are looking to build on its success in 2026, with wine-related trade education and innovation…Opinion
Mastering Wine
OPINION: People often want to know what the best part of undertaking my Master of Wine was.
Mastering Wine: Why Play, Not Perfection, Drives Innovation in Wine and Life
OPINION: Wow, the world is a pretty terrible place right now.Mastering Wine: Recalibrating New Zealand Wine
The start of any new year arrives heavy with expectation, bold declarations, and promises of ‘new’ (presumably better) versions of…Editorial: Happy accidents and hard graft
OPINION: There are plenty of “happy accidents” behind the phenomenal success of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, said Winemaker Helen Morrison at…Mastering Wine: Emma Jenkins' MW Musings
OPINION: For much of its modern history, New Zealand wine has been defined by its boldness.Profiles
Cloudy Bay Founding Winemaker Kevin Judd Named 2026 NZ Winegrowers Fellow
Winemaking and photography each require an understanding of science, says Kevin Judd. But the final product is judged by someone…
NZW Fellows: Sir Sam Neill Remembered for His Deep Love of New Zealand Wine
Sir Sam Neill made an extraordinary mark on the world, and on the world of New Zealand wine.Women in Wine: Virginie Le Brun's Sparkling Life
Virginie Le Brun says home base is the greatest strength of her family’s winery, particularly in tough times.Philip Gregan Retires After 43 Years in Wine
When Philip Gregan joined New Zealand's wine industry in July 1983, he was wondering what he'd like to do for…The Profile: Forager Fermenting in the Field
There's a particular type of winemaker who likes to do things quietly, letting quality do the talking, waiting for the…Industry
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Sonal C. Holland became India's first Master of Wine in 2016 and is a leading figure in the country's rapidly…
Altogether Unique
As we begin the 2026/27 financial year, the New Zealand Winegrowers Brand team remains focused on investing where we can …Grape Days: Opportunities of GenAI in Dairy and Wine
Generative artificial intelligence is helping New Zealand dairy farmers make better decisions, cut repetitive tasks, and improve communication, according to…Sauvignon NZ27
Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2027 will offer something for everyone, says committee member Murray Cook.Altogether Unique
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Closing the Loop: Carbon Amendments & Vineyard Soils
New Zealand’s wine industry produces around 100,000 tonnes of grape marc waste annually, while the forestry sector generates over five…
Electric Autonomous Tractors Changing NZ Viticulture
Elmo the eTractor is a "genuinely useful bit of kit", says Wither Hills' Assistant Vineyard Manager Mike Western, who is…Marlborough Demo Highlights Role of AGVs in Sustainable Winegrowing
The air was unseasonably crisp in the upper Wairau Valley in mid-December as two autonomous ground vehicles moved methodically through…Landini Rex 4 vineyard tractor series debuts in NZ
The Landini Rex 4 Series, recently released in New Zealand, is designed with vineyards in mind.Cropsy's cutting-edge AI on the vineyard
A New Zealand startup is providing growers with vital information for daily operations and long-term vineyard management, using a unique…» Latest Print Issues Online
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From the Chair: Shaping Our Future
OPINION: The months ahead are important for New Zealand Winegrowers.
Editorial: Celebrating New Zealand Wine's 2026 Fellows
OPINION: New Zealand's soils and climate make our wine industry extraordinary. But it is the people behind the vines and…
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Celebrating Chardonnay: Aotearoa New Zealand Chardonnay Symposium
The third Aotearoa New Zealand Chardonnay Symposium will be underway in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, on 17-18 September.
NZ Sauvignon Blanc Defies Global Wine Decline
In a global wine market facing headwinds and overall decline, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc continues to stand out as a…
Crafting Pinot Noir from Hidden Vineyard in Te Muna Valley
From a secluded corner of South Wairarapa, Paul and Amy Mason aim to forge wines that reflect their place.
