NZ Wine Podcast - New Zealand Wine Stories

Royce McKean of Tiki Wine in North Canterbury’s Waipara chats with us about buying an 800-acre sheep farm (plus a neighbouring 100 acres) in 2004, planting vines in 2005–06, and starting as a contract grower before releasing Tiki’s first wine—a 2009 single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc—then expanding into Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir plus others.Royce describes relying on experienced viticulture support including Dr Dave Jordan, the challenge of launching a new brand during the post-2008 oversupply, and the origin of Tiki, Maui, Waiata and Koro brand names.He shares highlights including making wines for his parents, and announces Tiki’s approval for regenerative certification by A Greener World, while discussing wider regenerative goals via the Regenerative Viticulture Foundation. He closes by sharing why he'd choose Woody Harrelson as his dream wine companion.www.tikiwine.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

We chat with Jen Parr, winemaker at Valli Wine in Central Otago, New Zealand.Jen grew up in Oregon, USA and spent nearly a decade in the tech industry before following her passion for wine to New Zealand via a grape-picking trip in southwest France. She shares the story of her winding path - from Stanford University to software sales in London, to cellar hand at Villa Maria, and ultimately to head winemaker at Valli, where she has now crafted 12 harvests across five sub-regions including the Waitaki Valley.Jen talks about what drew her to Central Otago, her mentorship under Grant Taylor, and her philosophy that wine is fundamentally a language - a narrator of place, geology, and time. She also discusses Valli's expanding range of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Gris, the winery's charity wine series that supports local causes, and her passion for community, mentoring the next generation of winemakers, and championing New Zealand wine as a whole - not just her own label.The episode closes with Jen's personal answer to the final question: who she'd share a glass of wine with, what, where and why.www.valliwine.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Nicholas Paris MW, and Managing Director of his family's Monte Christo Winery in Central Otago, reflects on his journey through the wine world, the vision behind revitalising this historic estate, and the balance between honouring legacy and crafting elegant, site-driven wines that speak to the region.A Master of Wine with experience spanning retail, auctions, distribution, and international wine consultancy, he brings a global perspective to one of New Zealand’s most significant wine sites shaping its next chapter with both respect and ambition.www.montechristowinery.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Ismo Koski - co-owner of Apéro on Karangahape Road with his partner Leslie Hottiaux, the chef behind the kitchen - joins the podcast to talk wine, food, and creating experiences that take people on a journey. With a focus on wines of difference and thoughtfully crafted dishes, they aim to help guests discover new flavours, try something different, and enjoy a truly memorable night out.This episode is #3 in our Karangahape Road wine bars and eateries series, continuing to showcase the people and ideas that make this Auckland street a hub for adventurous dining and drinking.www.apero.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Jonathan Thévenard, owner of Pici on Karangahape Road in Auckland, joins the podcast to talk food, wine, and the joy of keeping things simple and honest. He shares his journey into hospitality, the philosophy behind Pici’s much-loved pasta, and their focus on natural wines that complement the menu and bring a sense of discovery to every meal. Creating a welcoming, vibrant space for guests is central to everything they do.This episode is #2 in our Karangahape Road wine bars and eateries series, continuing our exploration of the people and ideas shaping one of Auckland’s most exciting dining streets.www.picipasta.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Matt Gossett, owner of Atelier on Karangahape Road and several other hospitality ventures around Auckland, joins the podcast to talk wine, food, and the energy that defines one of the city’s most dynamic streets. Known for a vibrant programme of wine dinners, collaborations, and special events, Matt shares his journey into hospitality and the thinking behind creating places that bring people together.This episode is the first in three of our new mini series exploring Karangahape Road wine bars and eateries, digging into the people, ideas, and hospitality culture shaping this iconic Auckland neighbourhood.www.atelierkrd.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

John Belsham, founder of Foxes Island Wines, is a pioneer of New Zealand winemaking with a career spanning more than four decades. Having established one of Marlborough’s early independent wineries, he has helped shape the country’s modern wine identity through both his own wines and extensive consulting work with producers in New Zealand and abroad. John shares insights from his journey in the industry, reflections on craftsmanship and longevity, and what continues to inspire his pursuit of quality and authenticity in wine.www.foxes-island.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Jenna Sisson, owner of The Hour Glass wine bar in New Plymouth, was recently named among the Top 100 Sommeliers New Zealand. Her welcoming venue celebrates great wine, good company, and genuine connection. From wine enthusiast to bar owner, Jenna’s journey has taken her to hundreds of vineyards across New Zealand, experiences that have shaped her approach to creating a thoughtful and diverse wine list.She shares the inspiration behind The Hour Glass, the stories that make wine personal, and what​ how she loves introducing customers to new experiences​.www.hourglass.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Our 100th episode is perfectly timed to be about the launch of the Top 100 Sommeliers New Zealand list!Cameron Douglas MS and Angeline Bayly, founder of Sommelier Edit, join the podcast to discuss the initiative, sharing insights into its creation, the people it celebrates, and what it means for the future of wine service in Aotearoa.www.sommelieredit.com/nz/top-100-sommeliers/results-2025/www.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Wilco Lam, winemaker at Oraterra, has spent most of his career in Martinborough, including many years at the renowned Dry River. He shares his journey in wine, the vision behind Oraterra, and how his deep connection to Martinborough has shaped his approach to crafting expressive, site-driven wines.www.oraterra.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

We sit down with Paul Dunleavy of Te Motu and Dunleavy Wines on Waiheke Island. Recorded on site in October 2024, Paul reflects on his role as one of the true pioneers of Waiheke winemaking and shares stories of his early encounters with some of the most influential figures in the global wine world. From the early days to its reputation today, Paul offers a rare first-hand perspective on the shaping of New Zealand’s fine wine identity.www.temotu.co.nzwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastwww.nzwinepodcast.comThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Vanessa and Luke’s journey into vineyard ownership began with a desire to weave their lives more closely with the land. On Waiheke Island, they found a place where their roots could intertwine - nurturing both vines and family. Vanessa and her children hold a deep ancestral bond to the land and sea through their iwi, Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki.Recorded onsite October 2024.www.tuapae.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Merrick Watts is a qualified wine specialist and comedian who is in New Zealand for the International Comedy Festival.His show An Idiots Guide to Wine has toured wineries and arts festivals around Australia and is now in NZ for 4 shows across Auckland and Wellington.www.comedyfestival.co.nz/find-a-show/idiots-guide-to-winewww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastwww.nzwinepodcast.comThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Warren Gibson, Chief Winemaker at Trinity Hill, has built a distinguished career crafting world-class wines in Hawke’s Bay and beyond. With extensive experience in both New Zealand and international winemaking, he shares insights into his journey, the evolution of Hawke’s Bay as a wine region, his Bilancia label and how his perspective has influenced his approach to making memorable wines.www.trinityhill.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Originally from Brighton in the UK, Josh at first hadn't considered working in wine, now the new winemaker at Huia, he brings a wealth of experience from both New Zealand and overseas. Josh shares insights into his journey in the industry, what drew him to Huia, and how his time working overseas has shaped his approach to crafting expressive Marlborough wines.www.huiavineyards.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music.

This is the 4th episode of our 2024 Harvest series, where we dive into the insights and expectations of winemakers across New Zealand as they look into this year's vintage.This leg of our journey is in Waipara, North Canterbury speaking with three leading wineries:Pegasus Bay Winery - Paul Donaldsonwww.pegasusbay.comFrank Manifold - Mount Brown Estateswww.mountbrown.co.nzWillie Trew - The Bonelinewww.theboneline.co.nzTime to squirrel some 2024's away!www.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

This is the 3rd episode of our 2024 Harvest series, where we dive into the insights and expectations of winemakers across New Zealand as they look into this year's vintage.This leg of our journey is in Martinborough, speaking with three leading wineries:On Giants Shoulders - Wilco Lamwww.ongiantsshoulders.co.nzThe Elder Pinot - Nigel Elderwww.theelderpinot.comEscarpment Winery - Tim Bournewww.escarpment.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

This is the 2nd episode of our 2024 Harvest series, where we dive into the insights and expectations of winemakers across New Zealand as they look into this year's vintage.The 2nd leg of our journey is in Otago, speaking with four talented winemakers from:Misha's Vineyard - Olly Masterswww.mishasvineyard.comTe Kano Estate - Dave Suttonwww.tekanoestate.comValli Wine - Jen Parrwww.valliwine.comProphet's Rock - Paul Pujolwww.prophetsrock.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Welcome to the first episode of our 2024 series, where we dive into the insights and expectations of winemakers across New Zealand as they look into this year's vintage. We begin our journey in the heart of Marlborough, speaking with four talented winemakers from:Huia Vineyards - Josh Leewww.huiavineyards.comte Pā Wines - Sam Bennettwww.tepawines.comFramingham Wines - Stef Suarezwww.framingham.co.nzHans Herzog Estate - Hans and Therese Herzogwww.herzog.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Anna & Jason Flowerday have owned and run Te Whare Ra since 2003 taking it to new heights and winning many awards for their wines and their efforts in organic farming. With both of them hailing from multi-generational wine backgrounds Anna is from McLaren Vale in South Australia.www.twrwines.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

In 2003 Haysley and his family started a new adventure, converting their dairy and crop farm into vineyards and in 2011 te Pā was born. That spirit of discovery and independence lives on today. www.tepawines.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Nigel Elder is the visionary behind The Elder Pinot and his story moves through various vocations before landing in Martinborough where he worked alongside some of New Zealand's great winemakers before venturing off to make his own exquisite Pinot Noir.www.theelderpinot.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Lucie studied and worked in her home country France before meeting her husband Brook and moving to New Zealand to help found Aurum Wines. O Naturel is the next venture for the couple and their family located just outside of Cromwell in the Central Otago.www.onaturel.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Kōparepare is produced and bottled by Whitehaven, and for every bottle sold a donation is made to LegaSea, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s marine environment.  www.whitehaven.co.nz/collections/kopareparewww.legasea.co.nz www.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Tim Bourne is the Senior Winemaker at Escarpment Winery in Martinborough. From his first vintage in Marlborough to short stints in Central Otago and Waipara, along with a vintage in Western Australia, this led Tim to eventually taking up the opportunity to work with Larry McKenna.www.escarpment.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Widely regarded as the Prince of Pinot Noir in New Zealand, Larry has been in the wine industry for over 40 years which includes founding Escarpment Winery in Martinborough.www.eskvalleywines.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Caro first arrived in New Zealand from Germany to complete a thesis on NZ Wine and went on to work in the wine industry with boutique and larger wineries both here in NZ and overseas. Eventually co-founding Sip NZ who were instrumental in establishing NZ Rose Day. You can find Caro now at www.caroha.comwww.nzwine.com/en/media/story/nz-rose-daywww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Gordon was appointed as Esk Valley winemaker in 1993 however his life in NZ wine commenced even earlier in Auckland wineries.Gordon loves what he does and feels privileged to have had the experiences in his life so far.www.eskvalleywines.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

In this episode we speak with Sally Duncan, Laithwaites' Wine NZ Country Manager and Chairperson of the Hawke's Bay Winegrowers Association.www.laithwaites.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Lawrence is the Founder and Host of the Interpreting Wine podcast and helps wine brands connect with their dream customers more effectively and efficiently and in doing so has produced over 470 podcasts.www.interpretingwine.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Lauren won the inaugural New Zealand Young Winemaker of the Year competition in 2015 while working as Chief Winemaker at Ash Ridge and is now producing Swift Wines with her husband Henry. We speak with Lauren about her journey so far and what's coming up for her.This episode was recorded May 13, 2022.www.swiftwines.co.nz www.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Candice has a strong passion for fine food and wine with two decades of fine dining expertise. Having founded Candice Wine Chat and studying wine in New Zealand Candice is now also running Raymond Chan Wine Reviews.www.raymondchanwinereviews.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Pete Turner has spent most of his winemaking career in the Auckland region and at the time of recording was the winemaker at The Hunting Lodge in Waimauku northwest of Auckland.Note this episode was recorded in November 2020www.thehuntinglodge.com www.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

New Zealand winemaker Emma Lowe & Chilean vineyard manager Marcelo Nunez travelled from Chile to the foothills of the Kaweka Ranges to establish their vineyard and winery on the banks of the Ngaruroro River in Crownthorpe, a cooler, higher altitude district of the Hawke's Bay.Note this episode was recorded in Nov 2020www.monowai.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Michael Brajkovich, New Zealand’s first Master of Wine (MW), is a member of the Institute of Masters of Wine in London as well as a respected wine judge in both New Zealand and Australia.Following in the footsteps of grandfather Mick and father Maté, the Brajkovich family and Kumeu River Wines is a story that parallels the New Zealand wine industry.As a winemaker, Michael aims to be recognised as producing world class Chardonnay.www.kumeuriver.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

The Donaldson family have been immersed in the wine industry since the early 1970s and were pioneers of  grape growing and wine making in Waipara, North Canterbury.Youngest son Paul shares how it was growing up in the wine business to now being an active member of the winery which remains in the family.(Recorded on Zoom - apologies for echo)www.pegasusbay.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Sunday March 21, 2021 will see the inaugural Ripe, Wine & Food Festival in Wanaka. The founder and organiser Nathan White tells us how it came about and who'll be there. Get tickets at www.ripewanaka.nzList of Wineries with the relevant NZ Wine podcast episode # for the ones we've spoken with previously Aitkens Folly, Akarua, Amisfield, Aurum episode #30, Black Peak, Burn Cottage episode #41, Cloudy Bay, Coal Pit, Dicey, Domain Thompson, Maude, Misha's episode #60, Maori Point, Mount Michael episode #34, Nanny Goat, Paddons Paddock, Quartz Reef, Valli episode #25www.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Claire spent her childhood in North Canterbury in the South Island, (Te Wai Pounamu) and after studying winemaking at Roseworthy in Adelaide, Australia she returned to Marlborough to embark on her winemaking career. After learning the craft of making bubbles at Champagne Taittinger, then coming home and working as a winemaker for one of New Zealand’s earliest wine brands, Corbans, Claire went onto to be the first winemaker at Lawson’s Dry Hills before taking the plunge into making her own wine with her husband Mike. The wine they named after a beautiful native New Zealand bird, The Huia. www.huiavineyards.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThis episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started!

Winemakers from the Auckland region tell us how the year was leading up to the 2020 harvest and how the vintage is looking.Michael Brajkovich - Kumeu River WinesPete Turner - The Hunting Lodge WineryJames Rowan - Westbrook WineryTyler Soljan - Soljans Estate Winerywww.kumeuriver.co.nzwww.thehuntinglodge.com www.westbrook.co.nzwww.soljans.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThanks to www.bizebu.com Let's get your business started!

Winemakers from Marlborough tell us how the year was leading up to the 2020 harvest and how the vintage is looking.James Bowskill - Framingham Wines Hans & Therese Herzog - Hans Herzog WinesClaire Allan - Huia Vineyardswww.framingham.co.nzwww.herzog.co.nz  www.huiavineyards.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad MusicThanks to www.bizebu.com Let's get your business started!

Winemakers from Waipara, North Canterbury tell us how the year was leading up to the 2020 harvest and how the vintage is looking.Paul Goodege - The Boneline Paul Donaldson - Pegasus BayFrank Manifold - Mt Brown Estateswww.theboneline.co.nzwww.mountbrown.co.nzwww.pegasusbay.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Winemakers from Central Otago give us their insights into the 2020 harvest in what's shaping up to be an exciting vintage.Dave Sutton - Te Kano EstateGrant Taylor - Valli WineCraig Gasson - Lamont WinesPhil Handford - Grasshopper RockMalcolm Rees-Francis - Rockburn Wineswww.tekanoestate.comwww.valliwine.comwww.lamontwines.co.nzwww.grasshopperrock.co.nzwww.rockburn.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Kuaz’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

Catherine stumbled on a tiny abandoned vineyard in the foothills of Mount Brown, in the Waipara Valley, North Canterbury.  Waist-high in weeds, it presented an irresistible challenge and has gone on to produce trophy winning wines.www.mountbrown.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Kuaz’ – courtesy of Brent Page

Renaming the vineyard Domaine Rewa to honour her Granny, Philippa Fourbet took a leap of faith and purchased, sight unseen, the 5.5-hectare vineyard in 2010.Episode Links:https://www.domainerewa.com/https://www.nzwinepodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Kuaz’ – courtesy of Brent Page

An exciting update from David Nash on his NZ Wine film "A Seat at the Table". We catch up with David a year on from our first chat and found out how the film has been received at festivals around the world and who the new distributor is.www.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastwww.nzwinestory.co.nzMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Kuaz’ – courtesy of Brent Page

Having started one of the first wineries in the region - Chard Farm, with his brother Rob Hay and then being instrumental in the development of the Peregrine brand and growth, Wet Jacket is Greg Hay's third winery venture.http://www.wetjacket.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Kuaz’ – courtesy of Brent Page

Born and raised in Bordeaux, Renan Theilloux graduated from Toulouse University as a winemaker in 2009 and for the next few years travelled the globe as a flying winemaker. After settling in Alexandra in Central Otago Renan founded RT Wines to embrace his passion for handcrafting beautiful wines.https://rtwines.co.nzhttps://nzwinepodcast.comhttps://www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Kuaz’ – courtesy of Brent Page

Wendy is an internationally acclaimed winemaker and is the Chief Winemaker at Spy Valley Wines in Marlborough.www.spyvalleywine.co.nzwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Kuaz’ – courtesy of Brent Page

Misha Wilkinson is the Director (Marketing) of Misha's Vineyard in the Central Otago Region of New Zealand. She and her husband Andy returned from Asia after many years seeking to find the best place in the world to grow Pinot Noir. www.mishasvineyard.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Kuaz’ – courtesy of Brent Page

Dave Sutton is Winemaker and GM at Te Kano Estate in Central Otago. As a relatively new winery, Te Kano is rapidly carving a niche for itself in the New Zealand wine industry.www.tekanoestate.comwww.nzwinepodcast.comwww.instagram.com/nzwinepodcastMusic track featured on this podcast: ‘Kuaz’ – courtesy of Brent Page