We are pleased to announce the results of the 2023 Aotearoa Organic Wine Awards. Many thanks to all of the vineyards who participated in this years awards, as well as judges and other volunteers who made these awards possible.
Our judges were blown away by the standard at this years Organic Wine Awards. Sometimes I am reminded of just how far ahead of the curve our wineries are. Especially as green-washing and virtue signalling become more commonplace in corporate marketing strategies, it’s so evident that you are all walking the walk!
Thank you once again for supporting the Aotearoa New Zealand Organic Wine Awards. Our mission is simple- to find and promote NZ’s best organic wines, with a view to increasing the domestic and international market share of organic wines vs non-organic.
I would love to ramp up our social media activity over the next weeks and months, if you have any imagery you could kindly send my way, I would be very grateful. luke@organicwineawards.co.nz
Once again- thank you to our team of volunteer judges, administration, catering and stewards. You are rock-stars! Many thanks,
Luke Thomas, Awards Director
Champions of the Show
NZ Organic Wine Awards ‘Riedel Vineyard of the Year’:
Gibbston Valley
NZ Organic Wine Awards ‘Riedel Wine of the Show’
Greystone Chardonnay 2021
NZ Organic Wine Awards ‘Sustainable Vineyard of the Year’:
Amisfield
Champion Wines represent the highest scoring wines in their respective varietal classes.
Champion Pinot Noir:
Gibbston Valley China Terrace 2021
Champion Sauvignon Blanc:
Loveblock Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2021
Champion Riesling:
Carrick Josephine Riesling 2022
Champion Pinot Gris:
Gibbston Valley School House Pinot Gris 2021
Champion Chardonnay:
Greystone Chardonnay 2021
Champion Sparking:
Quartz Reef Methode Traditionnelle Vintage Blanc de Blancs 2017
Champion Syrah:
Giesen Clayvin Syrah 2021
Champion Rose:
Terrace Edge 2022 Rose