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Here you will find all you need to know about New Zealand white wine - the history of plantings in New Zealand, what white wine varieties grow in New Zealand, and facts and stats about New Zealand white wine.
The wine industry in New Zealand, although relatively new, has achieved remarkable success and a great international reputation.
There's no shortage of good wine in New Zealand, and with over 40 varieties across 10 regions, there's something for every palate.
Check out our video of The A to Z of New Zealand wine, and the industry that makes it successful.
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.
Aotearoa New Zealand – land of the long white cloud – and land of a lively white wine industry that continues to punch well above its weight.
Check out the latest stats and facts on New Zealand white wine
Pour yourself a glass of New Zealand this Sauvignon Blanc Day. On 3 May, International Sauvignon Blanc Day, raise a glass to New Zealand's flagship wine and its continuing evolution.
From the people who make New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.
Celebrate fresh and full-flavoured Pinot Gris on 17 May 2024
New Zealand Pinot Gris is fresh and full-flavoured, with notes of apple, pear, honeysuckle, spice and bread.
New Zealand Chardonnay fans will raise a glass again this year when International Chardonnay Day is celebrated on Thursday 23 May 2024.
Refined and fruit-driven, New Zealand Chardonnay is mouth-filling, with concentrated citrus and bright tropical fruit.
Naturally vibrant with a zesty acidity: there is a wide range of New Zealand Riesling styles from bone dry to lushly sweet.
Voluptuous in breadth and weight, with a smooth texture and subtle acidity, New Zealand Gewurztraminer is extremely fragrant.
Nutty, biscuity aromas, balanced with fresh acidity and fruit are the hallmark characters of New Zealand sparkling wine.
Explore new and exciting wine stars from New Zealand.
New Zealand Wine is calling on white wine lovers across the world to celebrate New Zealand white wine this May, as well as continuing the quest to secure the white wine emoji.
Join us in celebrating New Zealand white wine varieties throughout the month of May. Request the images and logos for Pour Yourself a Glass of New Zealand here.
