Hawke’s Bay, renowned as one of the world’s Great Wine Capitals, offers an exceptional setting for corporate wine experiences.
GWC Webinar: Entertainment-Driven Wine Tourism in the New World: Award-Winning Experiences from Australia and New Zealand
New GWC’s webinar explored how wine tourism in New World regions is being transformed through dynamic, entertainment-driven experiences. The session highlighted how top destinations in Australia and New Zealand are redefining the traditional cellar door by blending wine with culture, cuisine, and creativity.
Savour the View: Wineries with Iconic Landscapes, Architecture & Design in Hawke’s Bay
New Zealand’s Hawke’s Bay is more than a premium wine destination—it’s a sensory journey where fine wines meet unforgettable landscapes and bespoke design.
The Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction: A toast to community, wine and the power of giving back.
In the heart of Hawke's Bay, one of the Great Wine Capitals of the world, an annual event has gained increasing attention, both locally and nationally, for its blend of fine wines, generosity, and community spirit: the Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction. As an iconic fixture in...
Craggy Range: Where Vision, Terroir, and Legacy Shape New Zealand’s Finest Wines
In the heart of New Zealand’s North Island lies Hawke’s Bay, a region celebrated for its rich viticultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Amidst this picturesque setting, Craggy Range Winery stands as a testament to visionary winemaking and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Say “Yes” to the perfect Hawke’s Bay wedding destination
Hawke’s Bay, with its sun-drenched vineyards, stunning landscapes, and world-class wines, is the perfect destination for a truly unforgettable wedding in one of the world’s Great Wine Capitals.
Black Barn – Your luxury home away from home
Understated luxury is what Hawke’s Bay hospitality is about, and the Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism award judges acknowledged that Black Barn nails that to a tee in its award winning accommodation offerings.
Exploring the Subregions of Hawke’s Bay Wine
Forged by wide rivers that flow from mountain ranges across the Heretaunga Plains and onward to the coast, Hawke’s Bay the Great Wine Capital of New Zealand, is a region of geographical diversity that can be experienced first-hand in the extraordinary variety of...
Sustainability at the forefront for Church Road Winery
In the Best Of Wine Tourism Awards announced in September this year, Church Road Winery scooped the award for Sustainable Wine Tourism Practices. Sustainable practices are something Hawke’s Bay can be proud to say are at the heart of so many of its wineries. It’s...
Celebrate harvest at F.A.W.C!, Hawke’s Bay’s Food and Wine Classic festival
For over a decade, F.A.W.C! – the Hawke’s Bay Food and Wine Classic, has been a highlight on the New Zealand foodie event calendar drawing wine enthusiasts and foodies alike to the heart of New Zealand’s food and wine country. Held in March, this vibrant festival coincides with the region’s wine harvest, offering a unique opportunity to experience the magic firsthand.
Winemaker Kate Radburnd – a legend in Hawke’s Bay Food and Wine Country
Kate Radburnd is one of New Zealand’s most respected winemakers. With over 40 vintages under her belt she has been producing premium wines across a range of varietals and wine styles achieving gold medals and trophies around the world. She is a role model for women in wine and arguably one of the Hawke’s Bay region’s most famous pioneers of wine.
Inspired wine tourism within an urban winery
In a ‘cellar door without a vineyard’, nestled in the heart of Havelock North village, visitors gain a meaningful connection to the Great Wine Capital of Hawke’s Bay on a number of levels thanks to the carefully considered innovative wine tourism experiences on offer at Smith & Sheth.