Join OWNZ in Marlborough, Central Otago and Hawke’s Bay this winter for a series of one-day events sharing inspiration on all aspects of organic wine, from soil to glass.

Each region’s programme will feature leaders in organic growing, winemaking, science and marketing. We’ve curated a programme of some of the New Zealand wine world’s greatest minds and most experienced practitioners. Each event features both national keynote speakers and local organic producers sharing their experiences. Each day will conclude with a tasting celebrating the diversity and deliciousness of certified organic New Zealand wines.

Hawke’s Bay

Click on the speakers to read the bios.

• Creating resilience by partnering with nature
  Jono Frew, Natural Performance Ltd.

• A biodiverse vineyard is full of possibilities
  Vaughn Bell, Senior Scientist, Plant and Food Research

• An organic opportunity: The rise of the conscious consumer
  Sarah Szegota, Head of Marketing and Communication, Villa Maria Estate

• Organic viticulture in the Gimblett Gravels and beyond
  Jonathan Hamlet, National Vineyards Manager, Craggy Range

• How to prepare for organic conversion in the vineyard
  Paul Robinson, Hawke’s Bay Regional Viticulturist, Villa Maria Estate

• Making natural wine: Panel discussion
  Amy Farnsworth, Winemaker, Amoise Wines
  Hayden Penny, Winemaker, Te Awanga Estate
  Amy Hopkinson-Styles & Olly Styles, Halcyon Days

• The changing face of organic wine in a market of diverse motivations
  Stephen Wong MW,
  Wine educator and hopsitality consultant, Wine Sentience

• The Sustainable Vineyard Floor Project: Year two – A vineyard management
  perspective
  Odette Preston, Vineyard Manager, Villa Maria Estate

• Organic and regenerative: The big picture (video presentation)
  Robyn O’Brien, Vice President, rePlant Capital

• Organic wine tasting

General Admission: $150 + GST

OWNZ Member: $125 + GST