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'''New Zealand''' (/njuː ˈziːlənd/) is a wine-producing country in the [[South Pacific Ocean]], recognised for its cool-climate [[viticulture]] and distinct regional expressions<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref>. Wine production is concentrated on the North and South Islands, where diverse climates and soils support a wide range of [[grape varieties]]<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>.

'''New Zealand''' (/njuː ˈziːlənd/) is a wine-producing country in the [[South Pacific Ocean]], recognised for its cool-climate [[viticulture]] and distinct regional expressions.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> Wine production is concentrated on the North and South Islands, where diverse climates and soils support a wide range of [[grape varieties]].<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>

== History ==

Viticulture in New Zealand began in the early 19th century with plantings introduced by European settlers<ref>Cooper, ''Wine Atlas of New Zealand'', 3rd ed., Hodder Moa, 2010, ISBN 978-1869712358.</ref>. Early production was limited by isolation, ~~limited~~ domestic demand, and ~~challenges in finding~~ suitable sites for quality [[grape cultivation]]. From the late 20th century, improved [[vineyard management]], the adoption of modern [[winemaking ~~techniques~~]], and a focus on cool-climate varieties accelerated the industry's growth<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref>.

Viticulture in New Zealand began in the early 19th century with plantings introduced by European settlers.<ref>Cooper, ''Wine Atlas of New Zealand'', 3rd ed., Hodder Moa, 2010, ISBN 978-1869712358.</ref> Early production was limited by isolation, modest domestic demand, and the search for suitable sites for quality [[grape cultivation]]. From the late 20th century, improved [[vineyard management]], the adoption of modern [[winemaking]] techniques, and a focus on cool-climate varieties accelerated the industry's growth.<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref>

== Characteristics ==

New Zealand’s wines are shaped by a maritime climate, with long sunshine hours, moderate temperatures, and significant diurnal variation<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>. Soils ~~vary~~ from free-draining alluvial gravels to clay and loess, contributing to ~~the~~ diversity ~~of wine styles~~. White grape varieties dominate plantings, particularly Sauvignon Blanc, while Pinot Noir leads among red varieties<ref>New Zealand Winegrowers, “Annual Report and New Zealand Wine Industry Overview”, nzwine.com.</ref>.

New Zealand’s wines are shaped by a maritime climate, with long sunshine hours, moderate temperatures, and significant diurnal variation.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> Soils range from free-draining alluvial gravels to clay and loess, contributing to stylistic diversity. White grape varieties dominate plantings, particularly [[Sauvignon Blanc]], while [[Pinot Noir]] leads among red varieties.<ref>New Zealand Winegrowers, “Annual Report and New Zealand Wine Industry Overview”, nzwine.com.</ref>

== Geography ==

The North Island offers warmer conditions suited to ~~[[full-bodied|~~fuller-bodied~~]] [[red wine|~~reds]] and ~~ripe [[white wine|white]] wines~~, while the cooler South Island favours crisp aromatic whites and refined [[Pinot Noir]]<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref>. Regional variation is marked, with differences in rainfall, sunshine, and altitude influencing viticultural choices.

The North Island offers warmer conditions suited to fuller-bodied reds and riper whites, while the cooler South Island favours crisp aromatic whites and refined Pinot Noir.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> Regional variation is marked, with differences in rainfall, sunshine, and altitude influencing viticultural choices.

== Varieties ==

Core white plantings include Sauvignon Blanc, [[Chardonnay]] and [[Pinot Gris]], alongside aromatic [[Riesling]], reflecting the country’s emphasis on freshness and varietal definition.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> Among reds, Pinot Noir is prominent, complemented by [[Merlot]] and [[Cabernet Sauvignon]] in warmer sites and cool-climate [[Syrah]] in select districts.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> Traditional‑method sparkling wines are produced mainly from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, reflecting international practice adapted to local conditions.<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref>

== Production ==

New Zealand’s wine industry is ~~export-oriented~~, with a strong reputation in key global markets<ref>New Zealand Winegrowers, “Annual Report and New Zealand Wine Industry Overview”, nzwine.com.</ref>. Sustainable viticulture is widely practised, supported by national certification ~~programmes~~. Winemaking ~~approaches combine modern [[stainless-steel~~ fermentation]] with selective use of oak~~, aiming~~ to preserve varietal character and regional expression<ref>Cooper, ''Wine Atlas of New Zealand'', 3rd ed., Hodder Moa, 2010, ISBN 978-1869712358.</ref>.

New Zealand’s wine industry is export‑oriented, with a strong reputation in key global markets.<ref>New Zealand Winegrowers, “Annual Report and New Zealand Wine Industry Overview”, nzwine.com.</ref> Sustainable viticulture is widely practised, supported by national certification schemes. Winemaking commonly combines temperature‑controlled stainless‑steel fermentation with selective use of oak to preserve varietal character and regional expression.<ref>Cooper, ''Wine Atlas of New Zealand'', 3rd ed., Hodder Moa, 2010, ISBN 978-1869712358.</ref>

== Developments ==

Recent trends include ~~the~~ diversification ~~of plantings~~ beyond ~~the~~ dominant varieties, ~~experimentation with alternative grape types~~, and adaptation to evolving climate patterns<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref>. Ongoing research focuses on precision viticulture and ~~enhancing~~ sustainability ~~in both~~ vineyard and winery operations<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>.

Recent trends include diversification beyond dominant varieties, site‑specific clonal selection, and adaptation to evolving climate patterns.<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref> Ongoing research focuses on precision viticulture, water use efficiency and sustainability across vineyard and winery operations.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>

== See also ==

* [[Australia]]

* [[~~Old~~ World]]

* [[New World]]

== References ==

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-'''New Zealand''' (/njuː ˈziːlənd/) is a wine-producing country in the [[South Pacific Ocean]], recognised for its cool-climate [[viticulture]] and distinct regional expressions<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref>. Wine production is concentrated on the North and South Islands, where diverse climates and soils support a wide range of [[grape varieties]]<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>.
+'''New Zealand''' (/njuː ˈziːlənd/) is a wine-producing country in the [[South Pacific Ocean]], recognised for its cool-climate [[viticulture]] and distinct regional expressions.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> Wine production is concentrated on the North and South Islands, where diverse climates and soils support a wide range of [[grape varieties]].<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>
 == History ==
-Viticulture in New Zealand began in the early 19th century with plantings introduced by European settlers<ref>Cooper, ''Wine Atlas of New Zealand'', 3rd ed., Hodder Moa, 2010, ISBN 978-1869712358.</ref>. Early production was limited by isolation, limited domestic demand, and challenges in finding suitable sites for quality [[grape cultivation]]. From the late 20th century, improved [[vineyard management]], the adoption of modern [[winemaking techniques]], and a focus on cool-climate varieties accelerated the industry's growth<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref>.
+Viticulture in New Zealand began in the early 19th century with plantings introduced by European settlers.<ref>Cooper, ''Wine Atlas of New Zealand'', 3rd ed., Hodder Moa, 2010, ISBN 978-1869712358.</ref> Early production was limited by isolation, modest domestic demand, and the search for suitable sites for quality [[grape cultivation]]. From the late 20th century, improved [[vineyard management]], the adoption of modern [[winemaking]] techniques, and a focus on cool-climate varieties accelerated the industry's growth.<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref>
 == Characteristics ==
-New Zealand’s wines are shaped by a maritime climate, with long sunshine hours, moderate temperatures, and significant diurnal variation<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>. Soils vary from free-draining alluvial gravels to clay and loess, contributing to the diversity of wine styles. White grape varieties dominate plantings, particularly Sauvignon Blanc, while Pinot Noir leads among red varieties<ref>New Zealand Winegrowers, “Annual Report and New Zealand Wine Industry Overview”, nzwine.com.</ref>.
+New Zealand’s wines are shaped by a maritime climate, with long sunshine hours, moderate temperatures, and significant diurnal variation.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> Soils range from free-draining alluvial gravels to clay and loess, contributing to stylistic diversity. White grape varieties dominate plantings, particularly [[Sauvignon Blanc]], while [[Pinot Noir]] leads among red varieties.<ref>New Zealand Winegrowers, “Annual Report and New Zealand Wine Industry Overview”, nzwine.com.</ref>
 == Geography ==
-The North Island offers warmer conditions suited to [[full-bodied|fuller-bodied]] [[red wine|reds]] and ripe [[white wine|white]] wines, while the cooler South Island favours crisp aromatic whites and refined [[Pinot Noir]]<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref>. Regional variation is marked, with differences in rainfall, sunshine, and altitude influencing viticultural choices.
+The North Island offers warmer conditions suited to fuller-bodied reds and riper whites, while the cooler South Island favours crisp aromatic whites and refined Pinot Noir.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> Regional variation is marked, with differences in rainfall, sunshine, and altitude influencing viticultural choices.
+== Varieties ==
+Core white plantings include Sauvignon Blanc, [[Chardonnay]] and [[Pinot Gris]], alongside aromatic [[Riesling]], reflecting the country’s emphasis on freshness and varietal definition.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> Among reds, Pinot Noir is prominent, complemented by [[Merlot]] and [[Cabernet Sauvignon]] in warmer sites and cool-climate [[Syrah]] in select districts.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> Traditional‑method sparkling wines are produced mainly from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, reflecting international practice adapted to local conditions.<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref>
 == Production ==
-New Zealand’s wine industry is export-oriented, with a strong reputation in key global markets<ref>New Zealand Winegrowers, “Annual Report and New Zealand Wine Industry Overview”, nzwine.com.</ref>. Sustainable viticulture is widely practised, supported by national certification programmes. Winemaking approaches combine modern [[stainless-steel fermentation]] with selective use of oak, aiming to preserve varietal character and regional expression<ref>Cooper, ''Wine Atlas of New Zealand'', 3rd ed., Hodder Moa, 2010, ISBN 978-1869712358.</ref>.
+New Zealand’s wine industry is export‑oriented, with a strong reputation in key global markets.<ref>New Zealand Winegrowers, “Annual Report and New Zealand Wine Industry Overview”, nzwine.com.</ref> Sustainable viticulture is widely practised, supported by national certification schemes. Winemaking commonly combines temperature‑controlled stainless‑steel fermentation with selective use of oak to preserve varietal character and regional expression.<ref>Cooper, ''Wine Atlas of New Zealand'', 3rd ed., Hodder Moa, 2010, ISBN 978-1869712358.</ref>
 == Developments ==
-Recent trends include the diversification of plantings beyond the dominant varieties, experimentation with alternative grape types, and adaptation to evolving climate patterns<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref>. Ongoing research focuses on precision viticulture and enhancing sustainability in both vineyard and winery operations<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>.
+Recent trends include diversification beyond dominant varieties, site‑specific clonal selection, and adaptation to evolving climate patterns.<ref>Stevenson, ''The Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia'', 5th ed., DK, 2011, ISBN 978-0756686840.</ref> Ongoing research focuses on precision viticulture, water use efficiency and sustainability across vineyard and winery operations.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>
 == See also ==
 * [[Australia]]
-* [[Old World]]
+* [[New World]]
 == References ==