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At first glance, the history of wine in New Zealand looks short. Wines made from classic European grape varieties have only been widely available since the 1980s and only since the 1990s have the country’s Sauvignon Blancs and – later - Pinot Noirs carved out a significant presence in international markets.
The world’s love affair with New Zealand wine grows as wine lovers continue to explore our diverse range of wine varieties and styles. Central to the success of New Zealand wine is our temperate maritime climate, the unwavering passion of our wine producers, and the highly distinctive nature of our wine styles.
A collection of stories celebrating the success of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
Celebrate fresh and full-flavoured Pinot Gris on 17 May 2026
This Chardonnay Day, rediscover New Zealand Chardonnay and explore a style that continues to evolve, surprise and impress.
The festive season is always a great time to pop a cork and pour a bubbly – but there’s even more excuse to celebrate this time around.
As Pinot Noir ages, it develops distinct aromas and flavours that contribute to its complexity. So far, more than 40,000 distinct compounds have been detected to comprise Pinot Noir’s chemical matrix, and it is believed there are still more to be found.
Celebrate NZ Rosé Day on Thursday 5 February
