Soho Family Vineyards has recently opened a permanent wine tasting location on Waiheke Island, named Waiheke Cellar Door. February has witnessed several high-profile industry liquidations, including Te Awanga Estate Winery group, which owes creditors about $12 million, and Auckland-founded wine technology innovation business Wine Grenade, owing nearly $500,000. New Zealand winegrowers are facing a supply hangover after a bumper crop in 2025 but a decline in wine consumption. Reflecting on the state of the industry, Carter said it was heartbreaking to see what was going on, and that a lot of it is governed by mother nature. New Zealand Winegrowers chief executive Philip Gregan says growers will face similar challenges this year as they did in 2025.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 01, 2026 05:39 UTC