It is seven years since I took over the reins of NZ Winegrower. During that time the industry has changed dramatically.
Later this year there will be an election for the Board of NZ Winegrowers — get involved!
Two reports out of the UK in recent weeks have some great news for New Zealand wine producers and some warnings that need to be taken on board.
The 2017/18 season is drawing to a close, with the final plots of grapes ripening up and ready to head to the winery for fermentation. For most, this summer will be one that won’t be forgotten in a hurry.
Christmas and the ensuing holiday season may seem like a long time ago, as we race into February, but for many overseas visitors, the holiday is just beginning.
It has been a momentous year for the New Zealand wine industry, from start until finish.
The latest figures put New Zealand wine exports at $1,669 billion as at the end of July, making wine the fifth largest export earner in the country.
There is no need to go on about vintage 2017, other than to say it was a challenge for most growers and wineries.
The grapes are in, the wine is in the tank and within a few weeks the very first releases of the 2017 vintage will be on their way out to consumers.
I saw this great headline a few weeks back that basically summed up the weather so far this year: “2016, the hottest on record, but summer doesn’t appear to have got the memo.”
This annual award was instigated by the former editor of NZWinegrower magazine, back in the 1990s.
Welcome to the 100th issue of NZ Winegrower magazine – the official journal of New Zealand Winegrowers.
Humans cannot dictate the terroir for wines, no matter how much we would like to.
With the festive season now a distant memory, the New Zealand wine industry is gearing itself up for the 2016 vintage.
Another year is about to end, with the next one waiting just around the corner.
Recently I received a book written by Michael and Judith Bassett, that outlines the history of the Babich family's 100 years within the New Zealand wine industry.
Recently I received a book written by Michael and Judith Bassett, that outlines the history of the Babich family's 100 years within the New Zealand wine industry.
First, thanks to all those members who participated in the Governance referendum which was held online between 18 and 29 May.
In early July close to 300 people gathered in Marlborough for the first ever Organic and Biodynamic Winegrowing Conference.
"When you have confidence you can have a lot of fun. And when you have fun you can do amazing things." So said an American footballer by the name of Joe Namath.
The impact of Cyclone Pam may not have been as devastating to New Zealand as was first predicted, which is something we can all be thankful for.
Welcome to 2015. A new year, new opportunities and a new vintage.
The International Sauvignon Blanc Celebration is only 14 months away, with the date set for early February 2016.
Originally, this article was going to be all about the future. All about the Structure and Governance workshops currently under way.
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