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Twenty years of Hunting Hill Chardonnay, one of the three single vineyard offerings from Kumeu River in West Auckland, New Zealand. Tasting through 2006 to current release 2025. @KumeuRiverWines @nzwine
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September 30, 2026 at 9:52 AM
New Zealand wine exports rose 6% to their second-highest June total. #NewZealandWine #WineExports #NZWine #WineIndustry #GlobalDemand
New Zealand wine exports rose 6% to their second-highest June total.
A 15% smaller harvest helped bring supply closer to weaker global demand, leaving export value near NZ$2.1 billion.
www.vinetur.com
September 29, 2026 at 10:21 PM
FYI: New Zealand wine exports rose to $2.108 billion despite a 15% smaller harvest. #NewZealandWine #WineExports #WineIndustry #NZWine #WineSales
New Zealand wine exports rose to $2.108 billion despite a 15% smaller harvest.
Industry sales increased 8% in the year through June, reaching the sector’s second-highest June total on record.
www.vinetur.com
September 29, 2026 at 9:45 PM
New Zealand wine exports rose to $2.108 billion despite a 15% smaller harvest. #NewZealandWine #WineExports #WineIndustry #NZWine #WineSales
New Zealand wine exports rose to $2.108 billion despite a 15% smaller harvest.
Industry sales increased 8% in the year through June, reaching the sector’s second-highest June total on record.
www.vinetur.com
September 24, 2026 at 8:42 PM
The NZW 2026 Annual Report has been released.

NZ wine exports reached $2.108 billion, and export volume increased to 306.2 million litres in the 12 months to June 2026.

Read the NZW 2026 Annual Report at the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/nzw-annual-report

#nzwine
September 23, 2026 at 9:35 PM
"NZ Sauvignon is one of the world's great wines & we're still discovering its potential," says Richard Ellis

#SBNZ27 will celebrate 50+ years of #Sauvignon while exploring the future of #NZWine

Full story in the Aug/Sept issue of the NZ Winegrower Mag, linked below 🔗
https://bit.ly/SauvignonNZ-27
September 22, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Don’t miss our NZ & Australia Trade Tastings starting next week in Antwerp, Amsterdam & Warsaw.

Across the 3 cities, there will be more than 500 wines. The tasting booklets are now online to help you plan your day.

For more, visit the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/anz-ATT-2026

#nzwine #aussiewine
September 21, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Organic Wine Week is back & it’s the perfect time to celebrate the exceptional organic wines of Aotearoa NZ & to explore the unique flavours & stories behind organic wines.

More here https://bit.ly/organicwineweek

#nzwine #organicewineweek2026 #organicwineweek #celebratenzorganicwine
September 21, 2026 at 2:40 AM
Meet the makers and hear their stories at our trade tastings in Antwerp, Amsterdam, and Warsaw.

Visiting New Zealand wineries include: Borthwick Vineyard, Cable Bay Vineyards, Te Kano Estate, Spy Valley, and Forrest Wines.

More at the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/anz-ATT-2026

#nzwine #aussiewine
September 18, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Ko Te Wiki o te Reo Māori!

Keen to practise your te reo Māori? Here are some wine-related words and phrases to try while sharing a toast with friends and whānau:

kei hea te emoji waina ma? – where is the white wine emoji?
karaihe wāina - glass of wine
rārangi wāina – wine list

#nzwine
September 14, 2026 at 6:01 AM
At our NZ & Australia Trade Tasting, buyers, retailers & sommeliers can uncover exciting wines already in market, poured by local importers, while making new discoveries with wineries seeking distribution. There’s something for every buyer.

More https://bit.ly/anz-ATT-2026

#nzwine #aussiewine
September 8, 2026 at 12:14 AM
Chenin Blanc’s age-worthy elegance, Montepulciano’s bold heart, or Sauvignon Gris’ vivacious personality — these “minority” plantings offer new ways to explore #nzwine

Each variety tells a unique story of region, climate & the passionate producers who nurture them

More https://bit.ly/4mvOOJb
September 7, 2026 at 4:02 AM
A new study from A Lighter Touch & BRI highlights the growing threat of glyphosate-resistant weeds, with 39% of vineyards affected nationwide and 58% in Marlborough

Full story from the Aug/Sept edition of the NZ Winegrower Mag, linked below 🔗
https://bit.ly/A-Lighter-Touch

#nzwine #wine #nz
September 1, 2026 at 7:18 PM
A huge thank you to those who joined us in Wellington for the NZW26 Celebration Dinner.

From welcoming our newly appointed Fellows to applauding the winners of the Young Winemaker & Vit competitions, it was a night to remember.

View the image gallery here https://bit.ly/NZW26-gallery

#nzwine
September 1, 2026 at 12:20 AM
NZW has teamed up with Wine Australia to run 3 trade tastings.

Across the 3 cities, there will be more than 500 wines from 100 wineries.

Explore the quality & diversity of #nzwine, refresh your knowledge, & challenge your perceptions. For more visit the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/anz-ATT-2026
August 31, 2026 at 10:25 PM
That's a wrap on our 4th #nzwine 2026 Wine Business Forum. The day drew an incredible audience of nearly 250 for a dynamic day of insight, inspiration, & networking.

The speakers delivered practical, commercial insights to help wineries navigate change, sharpen capability, & capture opportunities.
August 31, 2026 at 2:17 AM
Want to learn more about the NZ wine industry?

We have a range of educational resources to help you learn more about #nzwine

Browse our textbook, regional maps, & videos, or test your knowledge with our Discovery Course.

Find more NZ wine educational resources here https://bit.ly/nzwine-tradehub
August 30, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Huge congratulations are in order for Nick Lamain, who is the 2026 Tonnellerie de Mercurey New Zealand Young Winemaker of the Year, and Kris Godsall, who is the 2026 Ormond Nurseries Young Viticulturist of the Year!

Read the full media release at the link below 🔗
https://bit.ly/3SUsShE

#nzwine
August 27, 2026 at 11:52 PM
The women leading wine science are driving innovation, sustainability, & the future of the #NZWine industry. As Dr Fang Gou puts it: “There’s far more science behind every bottle of wine than most people realise”

More in the Aug/Sepr #NZWinegrower Mag here https://bit.ly/women-in-wine-science
August 26, 2026 at 9:51 PM
Happy International Dog Day from our vineyards and wineries! 🐶

📸:
Tussock Hill
Stony Ridge Vineyard
Maude Wines
Dog Point Vineyard

#nzwine #internationaldogday
August 25, 2026 at 7:10 PM
This is your last chance to secure your place to join us this Thursday at the NZW26 Wine Business Forum

Entitled Winning in Changing Markets, this year's Wine Business Forum will focus on where the next phase of growth for #nzwine will come from.

Tickets here https://bit.ly/WBF-2026
August 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Who will be the 2026 Tonnellerie de Mercurey Young Winemaker of the Year?

The final is held on 25 August. They will then deliver speeches at the NZW26 Wine Business Forum & the winner will be announced at the NZW26 Celebration Dinner on 27 August.

More https://bit.ly/youngwinemaker-2026

#nzwine
August 24, 2026 at 2:18 AM
Who will be the 2026 Ormond Nurseries Young Viticulturist of the Year?

The 5 finalists are Heath Miller, Alex Coombs, Kris Godsall, Braxton Benseman, & Joshua Irving.

More https://bit.ly/youngvit-2026

#nzwine
August 24, 2026 at 2:18 AM
Central Otago pioneer Alan Brady planted the first vines in Gibbston in 1981, and he remains driven by the same goal: crafting wines that truly reflect their place

Full story in the Aug/Sept edition of the NZ Winegrower Mag here https://bit.ly/CO-Pinot-Pioneer

#nzwine
August 18, 2026 at 6:52 PM
Happy International #PinotNoirDay! 🍷

Today we're celebrating one of the world's most captivating grape varieties and the people, places and stories behind every bottle of NZ Pinot Noir.

Raise a glass and share your Pinot moments with #LoveNZPinot, #NZWine & #PinotNoirDay
August 17, 2026 at 5:01 PM