May 2026

The May 2026 issue of Winepress looks at:

Solar Success
Native plantings, solar panels and electric utes are part of The Coterie sustainability journey, says Elizabeth Finlay. Photo by Jim Tannock.

Vintage 2026
Marlborough winemakers are reporting excellent fruit from all subregions and varieties, with beautiful late summer and autumn conditions redeeming early season concerns.

WinePro
Merging a tradeshow and conference is one of the strengths of WinePro, says Wine Marlborough general manager Marcus Pickens, looking forward to a “practical, industry-boosting programme with real impact”.

Trees for Marlborough
Selmes Garden Charitable Trust is growing native seedlings for reforestation projects while supporting learning, work and belonging for people with disabilities.

Pinot Pioneer - Hätsch is still making magic

Market Forces - Katy Prescott chats to Rachael Everitt at Invivo

Grape to Glass - Reducing fuel use with BRI’s Carbon Calculator

Biosecurity Watch - International experts at Grapevine Virus Conference