Our Wine People
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.
Our Story
Our Story
Our Story
Great Wine Capitals
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.
News, Wine People
Women in Wine – Michelle Richardson
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
News, Wine People
Regional Update Hawke’s Bay – Ben Tombs
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.
News, Wine People
Land Custodians – Linda and Ian Quinn
Land Custodians and devoted grapegrowers Ian and Linda Quinn a ‘tonic’ to Hawke’s Bay wine.
Wine People
Kate Radburnd, Hall of Fame Recipient 2021
The recipient of the 2021 Hawke’s Bay Winegrowers Hall of Fame was Kate Radburnd.
Wine People
Alywn Corban, Hall of Fame Recipient 2020
The recipient of the 2020 Hawke’s Bay Winegrowers Hall of Fame was Alywn Corban.
Wine People
Dr Alan Limmer, Hall of Fame Recipient 2019
The recipient of the 2019 Hawke’s Bay Winegrowers Hall of Fame was Dr Alan Limmer.
Wine People
John Buck, Hall of Fame Recipient 2018
The recipient of the 2018 Hawke’s Bay Winegrowers Hall of Fame was John Buck.
