Press Releases, News and Media

Looking for a story? Recent press releases issued by New Zealand Winegrowers can be found here.

New 20 Apr 2021

Smaller Vintage of Exceptional Quality

The New Zealand wine harvest is nearing completion, and a superb summer throughout most of the country means the industry is looking forward to a vintage of excellent quality.

06 Jan 2021

New Zealand Wine goes virtual with inaugural New Zealand Wine Week

New Zealand Winegrowers are delighted to announce the inaugural New Zealand Wine Week, kicking off February 8 2021. With activities planned across the USA, UK, Ireland and Canada, there is a wide ranging programme including tastings, discussions, and online activities.

26 Nov 2020

New Zealand Wine Exports Hit $2 Billion

International demand for New Zealand wine has surged over the past decade, with total export value now reaching a record-breaking $2 billion.

12 Oct 2020

New Chair Elected To Lead New Zealand Winegrowers

Marlborough winemaker Clive Jones has been elected Chair of New Zealand Winegrowers Board.

27 Aug 2020

Superb 2020 Vintage Bolsters New Zealand Wine Industry

“Our total 2020 harvest reflects the near perfect growing conditions experienced in most of the country, and a 2% increase in planted area to 39,935 hectares,” said New Zealand Winegrowers Board Chair John Clarke.

26 Jun 2020

Outstanding Vintage Despite Adverse Covid-19 Conditions

While it will be forever remembered as the Covid-19 harvest, an excellent summer throughout most of the country has contributed to an outstanding vintage for New Zealand’s wine regions.

17 Jun 2020

Wine Sector Anticipates Mutual Advantage From NZ UK FTA

New Zealand’s wine sector has warmly welcomed the announcement that New Zealand and the United Kingdom are to begin negotiation of a high quality, comprehensive and inclusive trade agreement.

05 Jun 2020

New Dates Confirmed For Pinot Noir NZ 2022

The three-day celebration was postponed from February 2021 due to the ramifications of Covid-19, and will now take place in Christchurch from 15-17 February 2022.

28 Apr 2020

Discover a taste of New Zealand

The countdown is on until International Sauvignon Blanc Day taking place on Friday 1 May, and we're calling all New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc fans around the world to join an online celebration from the comfort and safety of their own homes.

22 Apr 2020

New Zealand Wine Industry Commits To Cutting Carbon

New Zealand Winegrowers has committed to the goal of the New Zealand wine industry being net carbon-zero before 2050. The pledge is a representation of the evolving sustainability initiatives that are already taking place within the industry.