Twice entered, twice won
After years as a winemaker Andy Anderson decided to enter his first wine show last year.
Recent
Research project will help labour woes
The largest government funding for a research project in primary industries promises good news for vineyard owners concerned about future…
Sauvignon 19
With Sauvignon 19 just a matter of weeks away, Tessa Nicholson asks organising Chair Patrick Materman a few pertinent questions
French look to work with NZ
A French research organisation studying the effects of climate change on viticulture, is hoping to partner up with New Zealand…
Duncan Forsyth – outstanding service
Getting involved in the burgeoning Central Otago wine industry and putting his hand up to contribute seemed the most natural…
National
Legends of New Zealand Wine
At this year’s New Zealand International Wine Show Tim and Judy Finn were awarded the highest accolade within the New…
Lincoln develops Masters in Wine and Viticulture
Lincoln University is offering students the chance to undertake a one-year Masters in Wine and Viticulture from 2019.
Personality of the Year
Twelve months after its official launch, the New Zealand Women in Wine Initiative has been reaping benefits, which is why…
Three major shifts highlighted in Strategic Review
The Strategic Review of New Zealand Winegrowers, undertaken by PricewaterhouseCoopers has been released.
New-look awards celebrate whole industry
The first phase of the New Zealand Winegrowers’ PwC strategic review suggested a revamp of the way the industry celebrates…
Regional
Frost event a ‘freeze’
The Central Otago wine industry may have “dodged a bullet” with a record long and severe early season October frost,…
Lessons learned from Kaikoura Quake
Following the Kaikoura earthquake two years ago, the people impact was the greatest priority for the Pernod Ricard Winemakers’ management…
Duncan Forsyth – outstanding service
Getting involved in the burgeoning Central Otago wine industry and putting his hand up to contribute seemed the most natural…
Te Kano Estate
Passionate about Central Otago’s wines and environment, American-born proprietor Rhonda Lloyd’s vision has fuelled a unique vineyard and environmental restoration…
Making great wine — naturally
Recent additions to the Nelson wine region are Nick Candy and Laura Tinnelly (hence “Tincan”) with Tincan Wines.
Opinion
Extracting value from the Strategic Review
By now most members should be well aware that the results from the recent Strategic Review have been delivered to…
Think smart, look ahead
The theme of the recent Bragato Conference seemed to resonate strongly with many attendees – we have certainly had a…
Caught in the crossfire
Many New Zealand grape growers and winemakers are watching the rising global trade tensions with increasing concern.
A questioned posed
Terry Dunleavy poses a question for international drinks empire, Pernod Ricard: why are you using Australian grapes in Montana wine?
Things to watch for in 2018
What is the New Year going to bring for wine?
Profiles
Twice entered, twice won
After years as a winemaker Andy Anderson decided to enter his first wine show last year.
Women in Wine: Sarah Szegota
Sarah Szegota had always planned to combine work with passion, only it was art rather than wine that she planned…
A secret weapon?
It may be just a coincidence, or it could be a secret weapon – but the Tonnellerie de Mercurey Young…
Determination pays off
Bayer Young Viticulturist of the Year Annabel Bulk is one determined person. When she sets her sights on something, she’s…
A road well-travelled
New Zealand’s wine industry is as strong as it’s ever been, with wine exports increasing in value and a robust…
Industry
Research project will help labour woes
The largest government funding for a research project in primary industries promises good news for vineyard owners concerned about future…
Finger on the pulse of powdery mildew
Sprayer setup is the most important of the different factors that contribute to effective powdery mildew control.
The originality of Untitled
It may be common in other parts of the world, but here in New Zealand, blending more than a couple…
Latest developments in biosecurity
Biosecurity risk is never static. With fluctuations due to climate change, trade and passenger dynamics and volume, and the spread…
Machinery & Products
Ozone in the vineyard
The word ozone conjures up images of big holes in the atmosphere, stronger UV light, the risk of severe sunburn…
Drones versus birds
Drones may soon be joining the armoury of weapons used to scare birds away from ripening grapes after a trial…
On site brett testing
Brettanomyces bruxellensis is the bane of winemakers throughout the world. Known simply as Brett, its impact can lead to unpleasant…
Spray nozzle engineering
Spray Nozzle Engineering Australasia has opened two new tank head repair and cleaning Centres of Excellence, in Melbourne, Australia and…
Grape brain
Estimating grape yields is a headache for the wine industry – but now there’s an app for that.
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Editorial
NZ Sauvignon Blanc: a trendsetter — Editorial
What do Nike, Starbucks, Haagen Dazs and New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc have in common?
The new season kicks off — Editorial
It seems like only yesterday we were preparing for the vintage of 2018 to begin. Yet here we are with…
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Identifying wine with fingerprint technology
Kiwi scientists are using a chemical fingerprinting technique to definitively and scientifically prove if a wine is really what it…
Celebrating success
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Five wine rules I’m breaking
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