This year marks the second instalment of Gourmet Traveller WINE's New Zealand Winemaker of the Year with the judging panel chaired by New Zealand Editor Bob Campbell MW, alongside industry stalwarts Cameron Douglas MS and Raymond Chan. A special, one-off Lifetime Achievement Award has been pres … read more

The ultimate summer event in Auckland is New Zealand’s tennis open, the ASB Classic. Top players from across the globe serve up sizzling summer action on court, while a who’s who of local guests soak up the sun, fun, fashion and entertainment courtside. This year, Babich Wines have p … read more

The award recognises the service and dedication of industry members who have made an outstanding contribution to the field. Jane was inducted as a Fellow alongside industry icons Mark Nobilo and Ivan Sutherland at the New Zealand Wine Awards early in November. It was an honour to be recognised wi … read more

On Saturday night in Wellington the wine industry gathered to celebrate its showcase event, the inaugural New Zealand Wine of the Year Awards. In a glittering ceremony, Maude Pinot Noir 2017 scooped three trophies including the highly prized ‘Champion Wine of Show’. Maude Pinot Noir 2017 was al … read more