NZ Wine Podcast - New Zealand Wine Stories

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The place to hear great stories from New Zealand winemakers, vineyards owners and others in the industry. Hosted by Boris Lamont. Published by Podcasts NZ.

  1. 22/10/2025

    E102 John Belsham - Foxes Island Wines

    John Belsham, founder of Foxes Island Wines, is a pioneer of New Zealand winemaking with a career spanning more than four decades. Having established one of Marlborough’s early independent wineries, he has helped shape the country’s modern wine identity through both his own wines and extensive consulting work with producers in New Zealand and abroad. John shares insights from his journey in the industry, reflections on craftsmanship and longevity, and what continues to inspire his pursuit of quality and authenticity in wine. www.foxes-island.co.nz www.nzwinepodcast.com www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast This episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started! Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

    57 min

  2. 05/10/2025

    E101 Jenna Sisson - The Hour Glass

    Jenna Sisson, owner of The Hour Glass wine bar in New Plymouth, was recently named among the Top 100 Sommeliers New Zealand. Her welcoming venue celebrates great wine, good company, and genuine connection. From wine enthusiast to bar owner, Jenna’s journey has taken her to hundreds of vineyards across New Zealand, experiences that have shaped her approach to creating a thoughtful and diverse wine list. She shares the inspiration behind The Hour Glass, the stories that make wine personal, and what​ how she loves introducing customers to new experiences​. www.hourglass.co.nz www.nzwinepodcast.com www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast This episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started! Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

    22 min

  3. 14/09/2025

    E100 Top 100 Sommeliers New Zealand

    Our 100th episode is perfectly timed to be about the launch of the Top 100 Sommeliers New Zealand list! Cameron Douglas MS and Angeline Bayly, founder of Sommelier Edit, join the podcast to discuss the initiative, sharing insights into its creation, the people it celebrates, and what it means for the future of wine service in Aotearoa. www.sommelieredit.com/nz/top-100-sommeliers/results-2025/ www.nzwinepodcast.com www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast This episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started! Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

    35 min

  4. 06/09/2025

    E99 Wilco Lam - Oraterra

    Wilco Lam, winemaker at Oraterra, has spent most of his career in Martinborough, including many years at the renowned Dry River. He shares his journey in wine, the vision behind Oraterra, and how his deep connection to Martinborough has shaped his approach to crafting expressive, site-driven wines. www.oraterra.nz www.nzwinepodcast.com www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast This episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started! Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

    43 min

  5. 19/08/2025

    E98 Paul Dunleavy - Te Motu Vineyard

    We sit down with Paul Dunleavy of Te Motu and Dunleavy Wines on Waiheke Island. Recorded on site in October 2024, Paul reflects on his role as one of the true pioneers of Waiheke winemaking and shares stories of his early encounters with some of the most influential figures in the global wine world. From the early days to its reputation today, Paul offers a rare first-hand perspective on the shaping of New Zealand’s fine wine identity. www.temotu.co.nz www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast www.nzwinepodcast.com This episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started! Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

    37 min

  6. 28/07/2025

    E97 Vanessa Reynolds - Tūāpae Vineyard

    Vanessa and Luke’s journey into vineyard ownership began with a desire to weave their lives more closely with the land. On Waiheke Island, they found a place where their roots could intertwine - nurturing both vines and family. Vanessa and her children hold a deep ancestral bond to the land and sea through their iwi, Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki. Recorded onsite October 2024. www.tuapae.co.nz www.nzwinepodcast.com www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast This episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started! Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

    42 min

  7. 11/05/2025

    E96 Merrick Watts - Wine Comedian

    Merrick Watts is a qualified wine specialist and comedian who is in New Zealand for the International Comedy Festival. His show An Idiots Guide to Wine has toured wineries and arts festivals around Australia and is now in NZ for 4 shows across Auckland and Wellington. www.comedyfestival.co.nz/find-a-show/idiots-guide-to-wine www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast www.nzwinepodcast.com This episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started! Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

    32 min

  8. 02/04/2025

    E95 Warren Gibson - Trinity Hill

    Warren Gibson, Chief Winemaker at Trinity Hill, has built a distinguished career crafting world-class wines in Hawke’s Bay and beyond. With extensive experience in both New Zealand and international winemaking, he shares insights into his journey, the evolution of Hawke’s Bay as a wine region, his Bilancia label and how his perspective has influenced his approach to making memorable wines. www.trinityhill.com www.nzwinepodcast.com www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast This episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your business started! Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music

    37 min
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