Our Story

In 2026, we celebrate Jenny Dobson, whose skill, curiosity and generosity have made a lasting contribution to Hawke’s Bay wine. Her induction into the Hawke’s Bay Wine Hall of Fame recognises a distinguished career as a winemaker, consultant, innovator and mentor.

A true pioneer of Hawke’s Bay winemaking – John Hancock, whose passion, vision, and unwavering belief in the region’s potential have helped shape the course of New Zealand wine