Climate change is forecast to make huge tracts of land ripe for grape-growing in New Zealand while threatening vineyards in some of the world's most celebrated wine regions.

A warming planet could double the amount of good grape growing land in New Zealand over the next 40 years, a new study shows.

Mother Nature and state-of-the-art technology bring out the best in the grapes at the new Batch Winery on Waiheke Island.

China is becoming an increasingly important market for New Zealand wine and a group of local firms is hoping to boost sales further by making an appearance the Chengdu Wine Fair.

The Kiwi makers of a sparkling riesling have been ordered to can their "bottled happiness'' advertising slogan after a complaint that alcohol is actually a depressant.

The dry weather is helping Gisborne's grape growers, who are praising the high quality of this year's harvest.

The wine industry risks slipping back into overproduction as one of the driest summers in living memory provides outstanding grape-growing conditions across the country, says an analyst.

"I'm getting pretty sick of Oz wine people bagging Kiwi sauvignon blanc. You don't hear people over here dissing Oz shiraz."

Sauvignon blanc put New Zealand wine on the world stage and, despite grumbles from Australian winemakers, there by and large is where it deserves to stay, say New Zealand experts.

Just like losing the Bledisloe Cup 10 years in a row, Australia has been letting you Kiwis win for too long in the wine stakes, and I think it's time for more of a fair go.

Wine fans can expect a bumper crop from most grape-growing regions this autumn.

The days of quality cheap New Zealand wine are numbered as a nationwide fall in production has put an end to a surplus that has delighted price-conscious consumers.

This ancient wine territory is starting to reassert itself.

New Zealand's wine sector is showing signs of a profit turnaround but is still not producing financial returns which would be acceptable to investors.

It's a conundrum why riesling, with its complex and classy character, is failing to find favour with mainstream wine drinkers.

Neighbours to discuss rich lister plans for landing pad and flight path in quiet bay.

Champagne and other sparklers are an essential over the festive season. We look for the best available.