Women in Wine launch winter webinar series
The Women in Wine Winter Development Series is a line-up of four expert-led webinars, covering topics ranging from pay negotiations to powers of persuasion.
6 August
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'Uncorked - Inspiring tales from the top of their game', is the final webinar in the four-part Women in Wine Winter Development Series. In this inspiring session, a panel of leading women in wine - Claire Pinker, Viticulturist at Vinarchy; Natalie Christensen, Chief Winemaker at Yealands Estate; and Pip Goodwin, Chief Executive of Palliser Estate - will share stories from their time in the industry. New Zealand Winegrowers Leadership & Communities Manager Nicky Grandorge says the webinar series, which is recorded, is a great resource to inspire and help members to progress and reach their goals. "This series embraces our motto of "Connect. Inform. Change." in a practical and productive way."
Young Winemaker National Final
26 August
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2024 winners Nina Downer and Georgia Mehlhopt. |
The Tonnellerie de Mercurey Young Winemaker of the Year Competition champions emerging young winemakers in the New Zealand wine industry. The National Final will be held in Christchurch on 26 August, with the winner announced at the New Zealand Wine 2025 Celebration Dinner at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre on 28 August.
Young Viticulturist National Final
27 August
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Five regional finalists are preparing for the Young Viticulturist of the Year Competition National Final at Greystone in North Canterbury on 27 August, with the winner announced at the New Zealand Wine 2025 Celebration Dinner the next night.
Wine Business Forum
28 August
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The topics of Embracing Change and Sustaining Growth is at the heart of this year's New Zealand Wine 2025 Wine Business Forum, to be held in Ōtautahi Christchurch on 28 August. Speakers include wine-business analyst Rob McMillan, wine business strategist Lulie Halstead, Hong Kong-based Chinese wine journalist Natalie Wang, founder and CEO of Winehub.io Benjamin Gibson and New Zealand Story Chief Executive David Downs.
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New Zealand Wine 2025
28 August
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The New Zealand Wine 2025 Celebration Dinner, on in Ōtautahi Christchurch after the Wine Business Forum, is a perfect opportunity to celebrate industry successes with friends, colleagues and stalwarts. Attendees will raise a glass to the New Zealand Winegrowers Fellows 2025 and applaud the winners of the Young Viticulturist and Tonnellerie de Mercurey Young Winemaker of the Year Competitions.
Women in Wine Connect
29 August 2025
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The New Zealand Wine 2025 Women in Wine Connect event is an opportunity for the New Zealand wine industry to connect, learn, and celebrate achievements, regardless of gender. The speaker at this year's event, in Ōtautahi Christchurch, is Ali Adams, Chief Executive of ChristchurchNZ.
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Organic Wine Week
15-21 September
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Organic Wine Week celebrates organic wine, highlighting the quality and environmental benefits of organic wine production. Down to Earth is an event series held during the week, offering a large selection of New Zealand organic wines, and opportunity to connect with the passionate producers pouring them. Down to Earth is expanding to Australia this year, with trade and public sessions in Auckland on 16 September, and in Sydney on 18 September.
New Zealand International Wine Show
17 October
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The country's largest wine show celebrates its 21st anniversary this year. The New Zealand International Wine Show was created to allow domestic wineries the opportunity to allow domestic wineries the opportunity to compete against overseas entrants, says convenor Kingsley Wood. The highly experienced judging teams enjoy the opportunity to taste, rate and score Champagnes, ports, sherries and wines from the 'old world', while also tasting hundreds of New Zealand wines produced in the current vintage, he says. Judging will be held from 16 to 17 September, with medal results released on 22 September and an Awards Event on 17 October.
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Gisborne Wine and Food Festival
26 October 2025
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A relaxed, sun-soaked day that showcases the best of Tairāwhiti’s wine, food, and hospitality. Visiting two iconic venues - Matawhero and TW Wines - guests can enjoy a wide range of varietals (from Gisborne's legendary Chardonnay to aromatic whites and rosés), gourmet street food and live music all day long. Matawhero Wines celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, and owner Kirsten Searle says the festival will be one of many celebrations, each promoting the region as well as the winery. "We are thrilled to be part of one of the country's longest running wine and food festivals as well as celebrating our own milestone this year. We can't wait to welcome guests to the region for a great day out amongst the vines with local wine, food and music".
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Harvest Hawke's Bay
22 November
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This year's event will feature 18 Hawke's Bay wineries and nine eateries, highlighting locally sourced ingredients prepared by some of the region's finest chefs. The festival is small enough for attendees to talk with winemakers while enjoying a relaxed day out, enjoying outstanding wine, food and entertainment.
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Cool Climate Symposium
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26-28 January 2026
The theme of the 11th International Cool Climate Wine Symposium, to be held in Ōtautahi Christchurch, is 'Pure Innovation - Sustainable Development in Wine'. Hosted by the New Zealand Society for Viticulture and Oenology, the symposium reflects a commitment to pushing boundaries, fostering collaboration, and elevating the standards of cool climate winemaking.
