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.
Marlborough
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 ResearchRegenerative viticulture: Experiences in cover cropping
Bart Arnst, Viticultural Consultant / The Darling Wines
Mike Saunders, Viticulturist, Greystone WinesLessons from organic conversion: Panel discussion
Pete Chapman, Viticulturist, Terrace Edge Wines
Callum Linklater, Director, Vit Management Ltd and Windrush Organic
Nigel Sowman, Viticulturist, Dog Point Vineyards
Jared White, Audit Manager, BioGro New ZealandOrganic in the marketplace: Local and global opportunities
Charlotte Read, GM Marketing, New Zealand Winegrowers
Steve Smith MW, Managing Director, Aotearoa New Zealand Fine Wine Estates
Stephen Wong MW, Wine educator and hospitality consultant, Wine SentienceSoil: Building the house
Rebecca Lawrence and Lachy Hynd, Soil Consultants, Soil MattersMaking wine natural: Winemaker panel discussion
Clive Dougall, Co-founder and Winemaker, Deep Down Wines
Dom Maxwell, Winemaker, Greystone Wines
Ben Weaver, Vineyard and Winery Production Manager, Churton WinesOrganic and regenerative: The big picture (video presentation)
Robyn O’Brien, Vice President, rePlant CapitalOrganic wine tasting
General Admission: $150 + GST
OWNZ Member: $125 + GST