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Sharing the diverse wine of New Zealand and great people who make it 🍇 98% vineyard area certified sustainable 🌿 Tag us with #nzwine.
🌱 A quiet shift is happening in New Zealand vineyards.

Growers from Marlborough to Central Otago are rethinking how they farm, moving beyond “doing less harm” to actively rebuilding the life beneath their feet. 🍇💚🌿

Read the full story at the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/4pVRtNS

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January 6, 2026 at 8:04 PM
Looking to start the new year by connecting with the NZ wine industry? Explore our Trade Hub.

Dive into our Textbook, regional videos, maps, & Discovery Course. Join tastings & showcases across markets. And stay informed with the latest reports, and more.

More here https://bit.ly/4ndCNIM

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January 4, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Happy New Year to all of our wonderful members and fellow lovers of New Zealand wine!

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December 31, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Meri Kirihimete to all of our wonderful members and fellow lovers of New Zealand wine! 🥂🎅🏼

#nzwine #christmas #festive #holidays #wine #newzealand #newzealandwine #nz #wine
December 24, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Summer has arrived & the festive season is underway, so it's the perfect time to shine a light on NZ sparkling 🥂

Traditional winemaking techniques combined with NZ’s cool climate & plentiful sunshine produce beautiful, high quality sparkling.

Learn more here https://bit.ly/NZ-Sparkling

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December 21, 2025 at 7:28 PM
When Craggy Range learned that 27% of children in Hawke’s Bay were living below the poverty line, they rallied their community to help.

What began as a call to action has become the Children’s xmas Foundation, delivering over 25,000 Santa Sacks to families.

More https://bit.ly/3KZrsys

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December 16, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Keep your eyes peeled… 👀

New Zealand wineries are starting to release their 2025 vintage wines, beginning with the white varieties.

What are you most looking forward to trying?

#nzwine #vintage #nz #wine
December 15, 2025 at 7:02 PM
It was great to have the opportunity to demonstrate how SWNZ credentials & commitment to continuous improvement play a role in the industry supply chain during a visit to Marlborough by senior officials from MPI.

Thank you to all our hosts & guests for a day of storytelling & discussion.

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December 11, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Marlborough grower Simon Bishell is reworking an old Pinot Noir block into Sauvignon Blanc, using MCA treated posts, local recycling, improved trellis design, and healthier soils to set the vines up for the long term.

Read the full story at the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/4iQif8i

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December 9, 2025 at 7:41 PM
NZ is home to more than 240 cellar doors with over 530 winery experiences, & summer is the perfect time to explore a wine region or 2!

Whether you want to bike the vines, indulge in a long lunch, or stay in a vineyard cottage, there's something for everyone.

More https://bit.ly/3eeNKfi

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December 8, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Explore the NZW Trade Hub with our textbook, region-specific videos, downloadable maps, & our self-paced Discovery Course. Join tastings & showcases across markets. And stay informed with the latest media, reports, & more.

Find more information at the link here https://bit.ly/4ndCNIM

#nzwine
December 8, 2025 at 2:47 AM
We were honoured to receive a Commendation for the Amorim Sustainability Award.

As we draw to a close on celebrating 30 Years of SWNZ, this global recognition is a testament to the passion, dedication, and integrity of our members.

More information here https://bit.ly/DBGreenAwards2025

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December 3, 2025 at 9:12 PM
A big summer edition packed with what shaped 2025, and what’s ahead for New Zealand's wine industry.

Read the full December 2025/January 2026 edition of the New Zealand Winegrower magazine at the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/NZWG-155

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December 2, 2025 at 5:40 PM
We’re keen to find out who is planning to compete in the 2026 Young Vit and Young Winemaker of the Year competitions.

If you or someone in your team is planning to take part, we would appreciate it if you could please complete the survey at the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/yvwsurvey

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December 2, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Nutty, biscuity aromas, fresh acidity, and precise fruit expression are the hallmark of NZ bubbles.

Predominantly Méthode Traditionnelle, and shaped by cool climates and plentiful sunshine.

More about NZ Sparkling Wine, as well as other NZ Wine Styles, here https://bit.ly/NZ-Sparkling

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December 1, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Join EECA’s final market update of the year with Chief Executive Dr Marcos Pelenur on 2 December, from 11 am to 12 pm.

Hear the latest Insights in energy efficiency and renewable fuels, as well as the tools and support available to your business.

Register here https://shorturl.at/rY9tt
November 27, 2025 at 1:40 PM
A new study led by Dr Billy Yang from the University of Auckland analysed 116 Pinot Noirs from the 2020 vintage, revealing just how much regional conditions shape flavour and feel.

Read the full story from Sophie Preece at the link below.
https://tinyurl.com/2ubk8pth

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November 25, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Wairarapa is a boutique wine region filled with character, history, & some of NZ’s most sought-after drops. From iconic Pinot Noir & vivid Sauvignon Blanc to elegant Chardonnay, aromatics, Syrah & even dessert wines.

Learn more here https://shorturl.at/SK4mT

Credit 📸 Craggy Range

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November 25, 2025 at 2:35 AM
It is with great pleasure that we share that we’ve been shortlisted for The Drinks Business Green Awards 2025, Amorim Sustainability Award for our SWNZ programme.

Read more at the link below.
https://tinyurl.com/4yvdhx7a

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November 24, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Cheers to the great turnout of New Zealand wine producers at ProWine Shanghai, China’s largest wine expo!

The New Zealand Wine stand showcased 30 Kiwi wine brands, with over 40 wine brands either exhibiting at ProWine or walking the halls making valuable trade connections.
November 20, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Ormond Nurseries has backed the NZ Young Vit competition since its launch in 2006. This year they step up as Naming Rights Sponsor, marking a significant milestone in their long-standing commitment to industry leadership and community.

Read the full media release here https://bit.ly/44j9AF0
November 19, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Lincoln University PhD student Michelle Thompson is studying the feeding habits of mealybugs to help protect New Zealand’s vineyards.

Her innovative work with Plant & Food Research uses electrical signals to track mealybug feeding in real time.

Read more here https://tinyurl.com/2sryh993

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November 19, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Constellation’s Cadetship Programme has been shaping the next generation of winemakers, viticulturists, and vineyard managers since 2012, giving young talent hands-on experience from vineyard to cellar. 🌿🍷

Read the full story at the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/4nKgGJG

#nzwine #wine #nz
November 11, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Last week, 30 panellists from across our industry tasted almost 900 wines at the NZW Blind Tasting.

Panellists hail from the full spectrum of our industry, from the vineyard through to retail buyers & sommeliers who provide our wine to the end consumer.

More https://bit.ly/4nLd768
November 11, 2025 at 12:30 AM
A toast to New Zealand’s chefs, winemakers, and growers, and to the MICHELIN Guide for recognising our shared pursuit of excellence. Welcome to Aotearoa, MICHELIN — we’re proud to share our table, our terroir, and our hospitality with the world.

#nzwine #MICHELINGuide #NZFoodandWine
November 9, 2025 at 10:43 PM