September 19th to the 25th marks Organic Wine Week in New Zealand, this year centred around the Spring Equinox.
The idea of Organic Wine Week came about from a discussion of Organic Winegrowers New Zealand’s producer board in the summer of 2018. The members wanted a ‘day’ or an event to celebrate the importance of organic wine and viticulture. However, it became apparent that to communicate and showcase the quality, depth, and importance of organic wine, it needed longer than a day. And so, Organic Wine Week was born.
It is seven days dedicated to highlighting organic wine, its positive impact on ecosystems, health and people and the New Zealand organic wine story. It’s an opportunity for people from all over the globe to come together to share, learn and sample New Zealand organic wine.
Since its inception, Organic Wine Week has exceeded the expectations of everyone involved, with numerous events selling out and social media platforms igniting with restaurants, retailers, and consumers alike all joining the celebration. In 2020, the Organic Wine Week initiative received a special commendation in the Drinks Biz Green Awards, honouring the fresh take on raising awareness about organic viticulture and the international, multi-channel approach.
Building on the past success of Organic Wine Week, this year OWNZ will continue collaborations with winery members, key influencers, and other key organic industries.
A calendar of events for both New Zealand and international markets can be found on the Organic Winegrowers New Zealand website.
