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Family at harvest πŸ‡πŸ· Circa 1930 | West Auckl Family at harvest πŸ‡πŸ·
Circa 1930 | West Auckland, New Zealand 🌿

#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 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

#ACWinemakers #Chardonnay #WineReview #NZWine #HawkesBayWine
Pioneers of New Zealand Wine 🍷🌿 This beauti Pioneers of New Zealand Wine 🍷🌿

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 Scott’s earlier work 'Winemakers of Newβ€―Zealand (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 industry’s evolution (a number of which are pictured here) πŸŒΏπŸ·πŸ‡

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

@nzwinegrowers 
@hawkesbaywine
Alwyn's comments on a fantastic 2025 Harvest πŸ‡πŸ·

β€œThe quality of the 2025 vintage in Hawke's Bay has been exceptional and will further support Hawke's Bay Wine’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 collection”

#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" πŸ‡πŸ·πŸŒβž‘οΈπŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ 

'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.Β 

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

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 RosΓ©tte RosΓ© Spritz now available & pouring Our RosΓ©tte RosΓ© Spritz now available & pouring at Gemmayze St πŸŒΉπŸ§‘πŸ‡±πŸ‡§ 

A great drink to pair with their delish menu πŸ‘ŒπŸ½πŸ§‘
@gemmayze_st

#ACWinemakers #RosΓ©tte #RosΓ© #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 πŸŒΏβ˜€οΈ

#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 πŸ·πŸ˜„

Advintage is one of New Zealand’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 πŸ·πŸ‡β˜€οΈ

#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 πŸ”πŸŒΏπŸ§‘

Scroll to see just how incredible this place is 😍
πŸ“Έ 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 πŸ§‘πŸ‡±πŸ‡§ 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! 🀩 pop in & enjoy a wonderful wine paired perfectly with their amazing menu & hospitality πŸ‘ŒπŸ½πŸ‡±πŸ‡§ 
@gemmayze_st

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

"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 🌼

Lovely vase flowers by @pompomflorals πŸ’

#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
BΓ’tonnage is one of the techniques which gives ou BΓ’tonnage is one of the techniques which gives our premium Hawke’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 #BΓ’tonnage #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 

β€œFragrant, floral, ripe and fruity bouquet, the classic aromatics of Viognier are showcased with scents and flavours of yellow flowers and apricots. There’s a gentle spice quality linked to the florals then a dry stone mineral quality. There’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+”
@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 πŸ‡πŸ‚ 

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 ❄️ 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 🌱🌻 

#ACWinemakers #Autumn #HawkesBay #Vintage2025 #ColoursofVintage #NZWine #HawkesBayWine
AC at Grape Harvest | Oil on Canvas πŸŽ¨πŸ–Œ New Z AC at Grape Harvest | Oil on Canvas πŸŽ¨πŸ–Œ
New Zealand πŸ‡πŸ·

#ACWinemakers #painting #art #vintage #NZWine #family #heritage
Through the eye of the barrel. Our 2025 Chardonnay Through the eye of the barrel. Our 2025 Chardonnay is progressing nicely, near the end of its wild ferment in oak.

Wild fermentation is slower, relying on naturally occurring yeasts in the vineyard, winery, or barrel. This results in more complex & nuanced flavour, aroma & texture, not only from the gentle interaction between the wine & barrel but also the sequence (almost a relay) of different yeast that carry out the fermentation.

#ACWinemakers #Chardonnay #Vintage2025 #HawkesBay #GreatWineCaptial #NZWine #HawkesBayWine #BarrelFerment #WildFerment #WineScience #Family #Winemaking #Heritage
Did you know? πŸ‡ Grape skins have a waxy coatin Did you know? πŸ‡ 
Grape skins have a waxy coating called 'bloom' that helps to repel water which protect the berries when it rains.

Hawke's Bay has high sunshine hours & hot summers which make for quality grape production. Optimal & timely rainfall also ensure that the vines receive the nourishment they need to grow, especially during drier periods. 

Here is our Merlot, basking in the sun after a light shower in the Bridge Pā Triangle, Hawke's Bay πŸŒ¦πŸ‡πŸŒž 

#ACWinemakers #HawkesBay #Merlot #HawkesBayWine #GreatWineCaptial #NZWine #Vineyard
Cam Douglas – Master Sommelier 🍷 OUTSTANDING, Cam Douglas – Master Sommelier 🍷
OUTSTANDING, 95+ 

β€œA very rare opportunity to taste this wine – The AC Centennial Syrah is a legacy wine to commemorate the centenary of Alwyn and family’s (great) great grandfather, Assid Abraham Corban, establishing himself in the New Zealand Wine Industry in 1902.

Very dark purple and ruby at the core, persistent to the rim where it changes to a ruby pink hue. A full and captivating bouquet with aromas of spices and dark berries, clove, ligurian olive, boysenberry and raspberry, field mushroom and dried herb and a whisper of rosemary. Distinctive on the palate with equal power and energy from the fruit and structure. Tannins and acidity are still entwining through the core of dark berry flavours fruits. Ageing still underway, showcasing the amazing story that Hawke's Bay has to tell. 

Lengthy finish, still ageing, a wine for the cellar, but approachable today with food and friends. Decant for service. Best drinking from 2026 through 2033" – Outstanding, 95+ points 

Thank you for this fantastic review @camdouglasms 🍷

This special Syrah is drinking beautifully at the moment. Learn more about this limited edition magnum wine, available exclusively from the shop page on our website at: acwine.co.nz πŸ·πŸ‡

#ACWinemakers #Centennial #Syrah #Magnum #HawkesBay #GreatWineCaptial #NZWine #Family #Heritage #HawkesBayWine #MasterSommelier #Review #ACWine
Spectacular Sav soaking in the sunshine during rip Spectacular Sav soaking in the sunshine during ripening β˜€οΈ Now handpicked & into barrel ferment for our AC 2025 Hawke's Bay Sauvignon Blanc βœ…οΈ

#ACWinemakers #SauvignonBlanc #HawkesBay #GreatWineCapital #NZWine #HawkesBayWine #SavBlanc #BarrelFerment #NewZealand #Vintage2025 #ACWine #Heritage
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