Congratulations to Joe Stenberg from Te Mata Estate who took out the coveted title of Hawke’s Bay Young Viticulturist of the Year 2024 after a tough competition at Paritua Vineyards in Bridge Pa.
After studying Horticultural Science at Lincoln University, Steve began his career in wine as a Research Viticulturist under the legendary Richard Smart at the Ministry of Agriculture in 1980.
Formerly the Technical Director at Te Mata Estate. One of New Zealand‘s leading winemakers and was a key figure in the development of Te Mata Estate’s culture of wine excellence.
In 2007 the Hawke’s Bay Grape Growers Association and Hawke’s Bay Winemakers Ltd merged becoming Hawke’s Bay Winegrowers Association.
Hawke’s Bay wine label Chateau Garage is a family affair for consultant viticulturist Ollie Powrie and family who make wine in their garage.
Through their craft Hawke’s Bay’s wine people have shaped the region’s identity and reputation as a Great Wine Capital of the World.
We may be New Zealand’s oldest wine growing region, but Hawke’s Bay is the new kid on the global stage since being recognised as the 12th ‘Great Wine Capital of the World’ in 2023.
Michelle Richardson has travelled something of a full circle since Sir George Fistonich offered her a job at Villa Maria more than 30 years ago
Ben Tombs is stepping up to Chief
Winemaker at Craggy Range, with Julian Grounds heading back across the Tasman to make wine on the Mornington Peninsula.
Hawke’s Bay Winegrowers Association Inc.
Email: info@hawkesbaywine.co.nz
Phone: +64 (6) 876 3418
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