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Wine: Classic producers doing what they know best

Plenty of new wine producers are vying for our attention. Meanwhile, the established “old guard” keep on doing what they know best — and getting even better.

Delegat to bring its wine to the world

In a year that brought significant growth and expansion for winemaker Delegat Group, managing director Graeme Lord says the company is poised to bring its wine to the world.

Wine: Longing for robust reds

Tired of summer whites and rosé wines? Longing for a robust red even if you have to match it with fish and salad? Help is at hand ...

NZ wine sales improving in North America

Beer supply falls despite craft brewery boost

A big fall in the amount of beer available has lead to a 2 per cent fall in the size of New Zealand's alcohol supply last year.

Wine: NZ wines seeking points of difference

Three New Zealand wines seeking points of difference while retaining those elements you expect to find in wines you particularly enjoy.

Wine: Central Otago's best pinot noirs

New Zealand pinot noir continues to collect rave reviews from every corner. Many of the star performers come from Central Otago.

Drink your way to health? Er, maybe not

For those who swear by the medicinal properties of their favourite tipple, here's a sobering thought: A new study claims moderate drinking benefits are overstated.

Delegat operating profit rises

Delegat Group, New Zealand's largest listed wine company, said first-half operating profit rose 1 per cent and it was on track to meet guidance for full-year case sales and earnings.

Red wine linked to longer, healthier life

A substance found in red wine may protect the body against age-related diseases by stimulating an evolutionary defence mechanism.

Bumper year for wine industry

The New Zealand wine industry had another record harvest in 2014 but learned from past experiences of oversupply and avoided keeping large volumes on hand, says an annual survey.

Wine: Perfect summer trio

One white, one red and one in-between wine from three producers who have managed to capture the flavours of summer perfectly.

Wine: Time to celebrate

Looking for celebratory sparkling wine for Christmas? John Hawkesby recommends six of the best mid-range Kiwi offerings.

Invivo seeks $2m for growth

Award-winning winemaker Invivo Wines is on the capital-raising trail to help pay for faster growth and expansion into new markets, after a year of record sales.

Wine: Kumeu's benchmark chardonnays

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Wine: Beautifully made wines

'Wacky' winemaker tastes success

Yealands Family Wines won the supreme award at the NZI National Sustainable Business Network Awards this week, as well as winning the restorative impact award earlier in the evening.