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A recent 5 Star review from Michael Cooper on our A recent 5 Star review from Michael Cooper on our 2023 Reserve Hawke's Bay Viognier โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ

"Already delicious, the highly refined 2023 vintage was hand-picked from vines planted in 2004 on the western slopes of Te Mata Peak, and fermented and matured for 15 months in French oak barriques (10% new). Bright, light lemon/green, it is mouthfilling, with peachy, slightly spicy flavours, threaded with fresh acidity, a subtle seasoning of oak, excellent delicacy and vigour, and a dry (2.5 grams/litre of residual sugar), lingering finish. Still youthful, it should be at its best 2027+"

#ACWinemakers #Reserve #HawkesBay #Viognier #NZWine #HawkesBayWine #Review #ACWine
A feature in one of the Wine Stories articles on t A feature in one of the Wine Stories articles on the Great Wine Capitals website this week. Nice to be alongside a number of Hawke's Bay families in wine, including the Radburnds & Russells in this write up from our region ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿทโ˜€๏ธ

You can check it out at: www.greatwinecapitals.com

@hawkesbaywine 
@greatwinecapitals 

#ACWinemakers #HawkesBay #GreatWineCaptials #NZWine #Family
Great to have our wines now available at Vino Fino Great to have our wines now available at Vino Fino! ๐Ÿ˜Š We're pleased to hear they were impressed with the 2023 Reserve Hawke's Bay Chardonnay & Viognier.

Vino Fino is an iconic retailer of fine wines in Christchurch. Next time you're in the city, make sure you pop in & explore a wonderful World of Wine with their amazing range ๐Ÿท๐ŸŒฟ 

@vinofinochch 

#ACWinemakers #VinoFino #NZWine #Christchurch #NewZealand #WineShop #FineWine #Chardonnay #Viognier
Winter pruning in the vineyard ๐Ÿ‡โ„๏ธ A caref Winter pruning in the vineyard ๐Ÿ‡โ„๏ธ 
A careful process which shapes our vines for the season ahead. Each cut guides growth, ensuring healthy grapes at harvest for the next vintage ๐Ÿ‡

#ACWinemakers #Winter #Pruning #HawkesBay #NZWine
Family at harvest ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿท Circa 1930 | West Auckl Family at harvest ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿท
Circa 1930 | West Auckland, New Zealand ๐ŸŒฟ

#ACWinemakers #Corban #Family #NZWine #Vintage #Photograph
We're thrilled to receive the following 5-Star rev We're thrilled to receive the following 5-Star review from Michael Cooper in the latest issue of New Zealand Listener for our 2023 AC Reserve Chardonnay โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ

#ACWinemakers #Chardonnay #WineReview #NZWine #HawkesBayWine
Pioneers of New Zealand Wine ๐Ÿท๐ŸŒฟ This beauti Pioneers of New Zealand Wine ๐Ÿท๐ŸŒฟ

This beautifully crafted book celebrates the spirit of many immigrant pioneer winemakers & passionate, determined growers. Those whose hopes, setbacks, and achievements laid the groundwork for the thriving New Zealand wine industry we see today.

Dick Scott brings to life the stories of Dalmatians, Germans, Spaniards, Lebanese and others who endured challenging conditions to plant vines. Their dedication was instrumental in establishing an industry from the ground up.

Pioneers of New Zealand Wine is a revision and expansion of Dick Scottโ€™s earlier work 'Winemakers of Newโ€ฏZealand (1964)', brought up-to-date with new photos and context from renowned photographer Marti Friedlander. Her incredible portraits complement the narrative with striking black-and-white scenes from the 1960s - creatively capturing winemakers, vineyards, and the industryโ€™s evolution (a number of which are pictured here) ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿท๐Ÿ‡

#NZWine #Pioneers #History #Heritage #NewZealand #Winemaking 

@nzwinegrowers 
@hawkesbaywine
Alwyn's comments on a fantastic 2025 Harvest ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿท

โ€œThe quality of the 2025 vintage in Hawke's Bay has been exceptional and will further support Hawke's Bay Wineโ€™s standing as one of the World's Great Wine Capitals.

The warm, dry growing season resulted in an earlier than usual harvest and grapes were picked at their optimum. Our Chardonnay from the Havelock Hills and Sauvignon Blanc from Bridge Pa were fermented in barrel and our Bridge Pa Merlot is ready for barrel maturation. More on that later in the year.

We've really appreciated the feedback & excellent reviews on our 2023 Reserve Chardonnay & Viognier, and we're looking forward to adding more varietals from the 2025 vintage to the collectionโ€

#ACWinemakers #HawkesBay #Vintage #NZWine #HawkesBayWine
"To Assid Abraham Corban and all pioneer winemaker "To Assid Abraham Corban and all pioneer winemakers who transplanted the skills of the old world to New Zealand" ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿท๐ŸŒโžก๏ธ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ 

'Winemakers of New Zealand' by historian & jounalist D.Scott (1964) chronicles the development of New Zealand's wine industry, offering a detailed account of the individuals and communities who established vineyards and wineries across the country.ย 

The book highlights the challenges faced by these early winemakers, including cultural misunderstandings, bureaucratic obstacles, and natural setbacks like the phylloxera outbreak.ย 

Despite these difficulties, the dedication and resilience of these pioneers laid the foundation for the modern New Zealand wine industry.

#ACWinemakers #Family #Heritage #NewZealand #NZWine
Our Rosรฉtte Rosรฉ Spritz now available & pouring Our Rosรฉtte Rosรฉ Spritz now available & pouring at Gemmayze St ๐ŸŒน๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ง 

A great drink to pair with their delish menu ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿงก
@gemmayze_st

#ACWinemakers #Rosรฉtte #Rosรฉ #Spritz #GemmayzeSt #Auckland #Restaurant #Cuisine #Food #Foodie #NZWine #HawkesBay #Wine
A toast to one of our favourite varieties as we ce A toast to one of our favourite varieties as we celebrate International Chardonnay Day! A wonderful wine of the world which New Zealand produces exceptionally well ๐ŸŒฟโ˜€๏ธ

#ACWinemakers #Chardonnay #Celebrate #NZWine #HawkesBay
Fantastic to have a select range of our varietals Fantastic to have a select range of our varietals now available at @advintagewines in Havelock North. You can shop now at the AC Wine link in their bio, or pop in & see their awesome team for an order ๐Ÿท๐Ÿ˜„

Advintage is one of New Zealandโ€™s largest and most trusted online wine retailers. Since 1999 they've provided expert wine knowledge, recommendations & great service right here in the heart of Wine Country, Hawke's Bay ๐Ÿท๐Ÿ‡โ˜€๏ธ

#ACWinemakers #Advintage #ShopLocal #HawkesBay #NZWine
We're delighted to have our Reserve Chardonnay now We're delighted to have our Reserve Chardonnay now available & pouring at Flockhill's amazing Sugarloaf Restaurant. Luxury accommodation & dining, nestled in the heart of the picturesque Southern Alps, New Zealand ๐Ÿ”๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿงก

Scroll to see just how incredible this place is ๐Ÿ˜
๐Ÿ“ธ by Flockhill

@flockhill.nz 
@sugarloaf.nz 

#ACWinemakers #NZWine #HawkesBay #Premium #Chardonnay #Luxury #Accommodation #Dining #Restaurant #Wine #Food #Travel #NewZealand
AC Reserve Viognier now pouring at Gemmayze St ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ง A favourite restaurant of ours in Auckland, serving up the finest Lebanese cuisine. If you haven't tried it already, their Hummus here is incredible! ๐Ÿคฉ pop in & enjoy a wonderful wine paired perfectly with their amazing menu & hospitality ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ง 
@gemmayze_st

#ACWinemakers #GemmayzeSt #Auckland #Restaurant #Lebanese #GoodFood #HawkesBay #Viognier #NZWine #Family #Heritage #Wine #Food #Foodie
AC Reserve Hawke's Bay Viognier 2023 ๐ŸŒผ๐Ÿ’ "Fr AC Reserve Hawke's Bay Viognier 2023 ๐ŸŒผ๐Ÿ’

"Fragrant, floral, ripe and fruity bouquet, the classic aromatics of Viognier are showcased with scents and flavours of yellow flowers and apricots"
- @camdouglasms, Excellent, 94 points 

Our Viognier is drinking beautifully at the moment. Read the full reviews & enjoy a bottle of this wonderful varietal today. Available now at acwine.co.nz ๐ŸŒผ

Lovely vase flowers by @pompomflorals ๐Ÿ’

#ACWine #Reserve #Viognier #HawkesBay #NZWine #Flowers #Wine
Substrata of the Slopes Both our Chardonnay & Vio Substrata of the Slopes 
Both our Chardonnay & Viognier are made from hillside vines grown on limestone in the western slopes of Te Mata Peak, Hawke's Bay.

This convergence of terroir & climate gives these wines their amazingly unique points of difference. Limestone is prized in viticulture, especially for white varieties, because it retains moisture, yet drains well. It reflects light and retains heat, helping grapes ripen slowly and evenly, plus enhances acidity and minerality in the wine, especially noticeable in Chardonnay.

The western face of Te Mata Peak offers excellent sun exposure, crucial for full phenolic ripeness & cooler evening temperatures which preserves acidity and aromatics. Its location also provides shelter from prevailing winds. 

#ACWinemakers #Vineyard #Chardonnay #Viognier #Limestone #HawkesBay #TeMataPeak #NZWine #Family #Winemakers #Climate #GreatWineCapital #Strata #Climate #Wine #NewZealand
Bรขtonnage is one of the techniques which gives ou Bรขtonnage is one of the techniques which gives our premium Hawkeโ€™s Bay Chardonnay its signature depth, richness & complexity.

This traditional French winemaking method involves regular, gentle stirring of lees (spent yeast cells) in barrel during aging. 

By re-suspending the lees, we enhance texture and bring out that beautiful creaminess while keeping freshness. A process which results in a smooth, layered & elegant wine with great balance & flavour.

#ACWinemakers #Bรขtonnage #Winemaking #HawkesBay #Premium #Chardonnay #NZWine
An Excellent review for our 2023 Reserve Viognier. An Excellent review for our 2023 Reserve Viognier. 94 points from Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier 

โ€œFragrant, floral, ripe and fruity bouquet, the classic aromatics of Viognier are showcased with scents and flavours of yellow flowers and apricots. Thereโ€™s a gentle spice quality linked to the florals then a dry stone mineral quality. Thereโ€™s a fine phenolic texture stretching mouthfeel throughout the palate accentuated by acidity and a satin-cream touch. 

Well made with decent length and finish. Best drinking from day of purchase through 2027+โ€
@camdouglasms

Enjoy our limited release Reserve Viognier, available now at acwine.co.nz 

#ACWinemakers #Reserve #Viognier #Review #HawkesBay #GreatWineCapital #NZWine #HawkesBayWine
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During Autumn, grape vines go through incredible natural changes as they wind down post harvest ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿ‚ 

The leaves start turning beautiful hues of red, yellow & brown as the vine begins shutting down photosynthesis and chlorophyll breaks down, revealing other pigments.

Leaves drop off, marking the start of dormancy through winter โ„๏ธ The energy is redirected from the leaves and shoots into the trunk and roots, storing vital nutrients to survive the cold and support budburst in spring ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒป 

#ACWinemakers #Autumn #HawkesBay #Vintage2025 #ColoursofVintage #NZWine #HawkesBayWine
AC at Grape Harvest | Oil on Canvas ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ–Œ New Z AC at Grape Harvest | Oil on Canvas ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ–Œ
New Zealand ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿท

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