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Hawke’s Bay impresses international wine tourism leaders, looks to leverage global stage 2nd November 2026 /

Hawke’s Bay impresses international wine tourism leaders, looks to leverage global stage

The region’s hospitality experiences and distinctive cultural offering stood out for delegates at the Great Wine Capitals conference.


Hawke’s Bay’s Black Barn claims another wine tourism honour 23rd October 2026 /

Hawke’s Bay’s Black Barn claims another wine tourism honour

Black Barn Vineyards has taken global honours at the 2027 Best Of Wine Tourism Awards, as Hawke’s Bay concludes its first hosting of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network’s annual conference.


Hawke’s Bay gives NZ wine tourism a global stage with Great Wine Capitals conference 19th October 2026 /

Hawke’s Bay gives NZ wine tourism a global stage with Great Wine Capitals conference

A programme of 19 events focused on wine tourism is being held for delegates from around the world.


Industry entrant: NZ’s first winery tour by boat preps full season after proof of concept 13th October 2026 /

Industry entrant: NZ’s first winery tour by boat preps full season after proof of concept

The tour for up to 10 customers at a time combines Lake Dunstan cruises with visits to three Central Otago wineries.


NZ’s first winery tour by boat to launch in Otago 10th February 2026 /

NZ’s first winery tour by boat to launch in Otago

A new Otago tour experience is set to officially launch later this month.


Church Road wins Best Of Wine Tourism award 21st November 2025 /

Church Road wins Best Of Wine Tourism award

Church Road Winery has been named the global winner representing Hawke’s Bay at the 2026 International Best Of Wine Tourism Awards.


Swift Wines opens cellar door in Hawke’s Bay 6th November 2025 /

Swift Wines opens cellar door in Hawke’s Bay

Hawke’s Bay vineyard Swift Wines has opened its cellar door to the public.


Global wine tourism spotlight to fall on Hawke’s Bay and NZ in 2026 22nd October 2025 /

Global wine tourism spotlight to fall on Hawke’s Bay and NZ in 2026

The event is the latest boost delivered by Hawke’s Bay becoming a Great Wine Capital of the world in 2023.


New wine tourism destination opens 24th September 2025 /

New wine tourism destination opens

Marlborough’s new wine tourism destination – Wine + Food Experience Marlborough- has opened in Blenheim’s riverside precinct.


Best Of Wine Tourism Award winners unveiled… 6th September 2024 /

Best Of Wine Tourism Award winners unveiled…

The winners of the inaugural Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism have been unveiled, with seven businesses recognised.


Wine tourism lift expected from new law 2nd August 2024 /

Wine tourism lift expected from new law

A new law has been passed that will allow wineries to charge for samples in a boost for the country’s wine tourism.


First Qualmark NZ Wine Tourism Award launched 5th July 2024 /

First Qualmark NZ Wine Tourism Award launched

The first Qualmark New Zealand Wine Tourism Award has been launched in partnership with New Zealand Winegrowers.