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A big couple of months at Sugar Loaf
The last couple of months at Sugar Loaf have been a proper whirlwind, in the best way — between a really good run of reviews and awards, some great momentum behind the scenes, and a couple of big e...
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Sugar Loaf Riesling takes NZIWS Trophy
After winning Double Gold, our 2025 Sugar Loaf Riesling has gone one better — taking out Trophy Riesling at the New Zealand International Wine Show! Kate and Dave took the stage in Auckland last n...
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2025 asked us to take a deep breath, wait, and trust the vines—and wow, did they deliver. After a textbook spring bloom that promised a bumper crop, December and January dialled back the heat. Thos...
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A Busy Start to 2025 at Sugar Loaf
Harvest, Vintage Tastings & Rave Reviews The hum of harvest is back, and the winery is alive with the energy of the season. Our Rosé, Pinot Noir, and the first blocks of Sauvignon Blanc are in,...
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2023 ‘Otto’ Syrah: A Labour of Love
Introducing the 2023 ‘Otto’ Syrah: A Labour of Love We’re excited to unveil the 2023 ‘Otto’ Syrah, a wine that reflects the passion and dedication of our winemaking team. Named for Kate’s second ch...
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A Trophy Win for Sugar Loaf Riesling at the Aotearoa Wine Show!
We are beyond thrilled to share that our 2024 Riesling has won a trophy at the Aotearoa Wine Show! Our team travelled up to Auckland to attend the awards lunch, where we were presented with this in...
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"The best vintage ever!?!?!!" This year has been exceptional, marked by unique weather conditions and an outstanding harvest. Marlborough experienced a very dry winter followed by isolated spring f...
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Sweet as! Our 2018 Noble Riesling was named the Champion Sweet Wine at the New Zealand International Wine Show last Friday. Following on from our double trophy last year, we're absolutely thrill...
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Vintage 2023 was a tricky growing season in Marlborough, with plenty of spring rains that decided to continue right into summer - giving us a nervy start to the season. Thankfully with the cooler n...
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