TravelThe surprising UK wine region that even the French have fallen in love withIt is an easy day trip from London.28 Oct 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA tale of two tipples under $25: The winery that won best red, and best whiteChurch Road's budget bottles won big at the New World Wine Awards.11 Oct 02:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFormer NZ winegrower of the year selling vineyard, cellar door and restaurant to focus on US wine exports'We just couldn’t justify continuing to have a lot of capital tied up in the vineyard.'08 Oct 09:10 PM
New Zealand'Blown away': Man buys wine bottles for $18,000 at auction, immediately gives them backIn a room of more than 300 wine enthusiasts, one man's act stood out on the night.16 Sep 01:33 AM
New ZealandLuxury Waiheke vineyard found guilty of noise breach, could be fined up to $600kThe vineyard was earlier acquitted after blaming noise readings on 'chirping crickets'.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandJudges praise high standards in Hawke’s Bay wine tourism at prestigious awardsKate Radburnd named F.A.W.C! Hawke's Bay Legend 2024 for contributions to the wine sector.06 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandMap and Zap using lasers instead of chemicals to kill weedsDr Kioumars Ghamkhar said Map and Zap should appeal to agricultural industries worldwide02 Sep 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSelaks, a 90-year Hawke’s Bay winemaking institution, says low alcohol is the trendThe winery reflects on its humble beginnings to embrace innovation and the future.30 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeAustralia’s wine sector suffers as drinkers shun lower-end brandsFinancial Times: Labels sold off in what some winemakers call its worst-ever crisis.11 Aug 06:35 PM
Lifestyle‘Mind-blowing’: International student-turned-sommelier wins top industry titleSuraj GC has claimed one of hospitality's sought-after crowns.08 Aug 05:35 AM
New ZealandTwo Hawke's Bay locals recognised for 'outstanding contributions' to respective industriesTaylor and Harding honoured for industry contributions.31 Jul 02:58 AM
TravelThe NZ wine region with vineyards to rival BurgundyThis revered wine region produces pinot noir considered among the finest in the world.07 Jul 12:20 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMission accomplished: Winemaker reflects on 45-year careerThe mantle of head winemaker at Mission Estate will now pass to Alex Roper.05 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandDry July begins: How we can curb alcohol harm in New ZealandReform could be on the cards as the Government reveals five new health targets.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSour grapes: Opposition to Parliament wine brand plansContracts are due to be signed-off in August.01 Jul 05:00 PM
AgribusinessNZ exports reach all-time high in MaySurge in trade with US beefs up New Zealand's exports.24 Jun 01:59 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBooster disputes allegation it used funds wrongly for related wine investmentThe market watchdog alleges 'serious' breaches but Booster says it disputes the claims.12 Jun 01:55 AM
New ZealandReid Fletcher recognised for nearly 50 years of service to wine industryReid Fletcher is honoured for his service to the Gisborne and New Zealand wine industry.03 Jun 12:11 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay winery's $35 chardonnay named best in the worldHawke’s Bay wineries have won the best chardonnay award twice in recent years.29 May 04:11 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFlor restaurant: Burnt duck and confounding congee in K Road'The kitchen could have set fire to my handbag and I would have said thank you.'08 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand'A bit run down': Tourists at reopened winery blissfully unaware of cyclone'It’s taken a lot of hard work by so many people to get where we are today.'10 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Hawke’s Bay couple building a cellar door for ‘the whole community’There was one burning question on the tip of my tongue — will you adopt me?26 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCloudy water into wine: Marama Labs raises millions2024 could prove to be a vintage year for Marama Labs.23 Jan 02:38 AM
LifestyleIs alcohol affecting your fertility?The experts have some advice on how to approach drinking if you're trying to get pregnant.12 Dec 09:53 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'Last few years difficult': Waiheke Island vineyard for saleCovid, shut borders, a lack of customers and a lack of sales took a heavy toll.30 Nov 03:08 AM
PremiumPremiumConstruction‘It’s not all profit, profit, profit’: Sir George Fistonich launches new wineryThe Croatian word for guardian, custodian or watchman - used for the new winery's name.31 Oct 12:15 AM
Entertainment'Very moved': Sarah Jessica Parker’s special NZ relationshipWill the star come over to NZ to pick some of her famous Kiwi sav grapes?28 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessFalling on hard times: What’s gone wrong for NZ-made wine and beer?Iconic brands have fallen on hard times.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandChurch Road only NZ winery up for big international awardThe Hawke's Bay winery has a long history of producing excellent wines.21 Oct 10:50 PM
Markets with MadisonTrade deficit: How this exporter plans to win without ChinaCould wine be our way out of a triple-year negative trade position?05 Oct 07:31 PM
New Zealand'Cavalier': Company fined $52k for quarrying in wine-growing areaGimblett Gravels is a designated wine-growing area west of Hastings.25 Sep 01:50 AM
New ZealandThe vines are in bud, the doors are open - Brookfields Winery is backThey are delighted to be back.22 Sep 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionBusiness Hub: Sir George Fistonich is back on the wine trail'I always say to people if you want to be successful in life, do what you love doing.'15 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessThe Kiwi lawyer hand-picked to lead a global wine bodyThe Auckland lawyer is the first to be elected from outside Europe.03 Sep 04:00 AM