November 2025

The November 2025 issue of Winepress looks at:

High Flyers
Morgan Boyce flies a drone alongside The Coterie’s Rhyan Wardman, who calls drone spraying a natural fit for the company. Photo by Jim Tannock. Image supplied.

Marlborough Wine Show
Experienced wine judges were wowed by Marlborough’s aromatics last month, when judging at the Marlborough Wine Show 2025, sponsored by QuayConnect.

Engineering a Dream
Bruce Forlong has forged ahead through myriad challenges, to complete a six-million-litre winery in the Upper Wairau Valley.

Sauvignon Boot Camp
The inaugural Sauvignon Blanc Boot Camp will focus on Marlborough's ability to produce some of the most iconic Sauvignon in the world.

Vantage Point
Dr Mike Trought - Besting the Peloton

Succession Plan
The Murphy family’s 175-year succession story stretches from swamps and seeds to Sauvignon Blanc and apples.

Behind the Scenes
Laurel ‘Lolly’ Rockliff on making happy connections for 17 years