I was honoured and delighted to receive an invitation to speak at the 2026 Great Wine Capitals Global Network Annual Conference in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand, this October. Unfortunately, I was unable to participate this year, which was particularly disappointing given the conference’s timely focus on responsible wine tourism, sustainability and strategic destination development – […]
G.H. Mumm has appointed award-winning winemaker Trina Smith as Mumm Terroirs Pacific Winemaker, overseeing production across Australia and New Zealand. Recognized as one of Australia’s foremost sparkling wine specialists, Smith brings over two decades of global experience spanning California, South Africa, and Italy. Based in the Barossa Valley, she will lead winemaking for the Mumm
There’s something irresistibly seductive about Pinot Noir. It’s the grape varietal that makes sommeliers swoon, winemakers sweat, and wine lovers fall head over heels. And while Burgundy may have long been considered its spiritual home, New Zealand has been quietly (and sometimes not-so-quietly) redefining the Pinot Noir conversation. This August 18th, as the wine world
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Soaring demand for New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc allowed the country’s wine producers to increase exports by 25% in the past year. Strong export value and increasing international demand will help support further export growth over the next 12 months, despite a challenging season and a smaller harvest than last year, reports New Zealand Winegrowers. The
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It’s a “White Party” with Senior Winemaker from New Zealand “Helen Morrison” of Villa Maria Estate, one of New Zealand’s prominent wine producers. Helen Morrison is responsible for producing some of the country’s best Sauvignon Blancs, and other wines. Please mark this amazing event on your calendar … further details to follow! July 21 – 7:00 pm
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The New Zealand Winegrowers has just revealed details its inaugural New Zealand Wine Week, which kicks off February 8th, 2021 as a virtual event. With activities planned across the USA, UK, Ireland, and Canada, there is a wide-range program including tastings, discussions, and online activities, including ‘Challenging the Myths around Food Miles.’ The events have
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