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August 19, 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
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37 min
July 28, 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
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42 min
May 11, 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
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33 min
April 02, 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
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Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music
37 min
March 19, 2025 E94 Josh Lee - Huia Estate
Originally from Brighton in the UK, Josh at first hadn't considered working in wine, now the new winemaker at Huia, he brings a wealth of experience from both New Zealand and overseas. Josh shares insights into his journey in the industry, what drew him to Huia, and how his time working overseas has shaped his approach to crafting expressive Marlborough wines.
www.huiavineyards.com
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Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music.
35 min
December 09, 2024 E93 2024 Harvest Update Waipara
This is the 4th episode of our 2024 Harvest series, where we dive into the insights and expectations of winemakers across New Zealand as they look into this year's vintage.
This leg of our journey is in Waipara, North Canterbury speaking with three leading wineries:
Pegasus Bay Winery - Paul Donaldson
www.pegasusbay.com
Frank Manifold - Mount Brown Estates
www.mountbrown.co.nz
Willie Trew - The Boneline
www.theboneline.co.nz
Time to squirrel some 2024's away!
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Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music
33 min
November 16, 2024 E92 2024 Harvest Update Martinborough
This is the 3rd episode of our 2024 Harvest series, where we dive into the insights and expectations of winemakers across New Zealand as they look into this year's vintage.
This leg of our journey is in Martinborough, speaking with three leading wineries:
On Giants Shoulders - Wilco Lam
www.ongiantsshoulders.co.nz
The Elder Pinot - Nigel Elder
www.theelderpinot.com
Escarpment Winery - Tim Bourne
www.escarpment.co.nz
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Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music
23 min
September 26, 2024 E91 2024 Harvest Update Otago
This is the 2nd episode of our 2024 Harvest series, where we dive into the insights and expectations of winemakers across New Zealand as they look into this year's vintage.
The 2nd leg of our journey is in Otago, speaking with four talented winemakers from:
Misha's Vineyard - Olly Masters
www.mishasvineyard.com
Te Kano Estate - Dave Sutton
www.tekanoestate.com
Valli Wine - Jen Parr
www.valliwine.com
Prophet's Rock - Paul Pujol
www.prophetsrock.co.nz
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Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music
48 min
September 13, 2024 E90 2024 Harvest Update Marlborough
Welcome to the first episode of our 2024 series, where we dive into the insights and expectations of winemakers across New Zealand as they look into this year's vintage. We begin our journey in the heart of Marlborough, speaking with four talented winemakers from:
Huia Vineyards - Josh Lee
www.huiavineyards.com
te Pā Wines - Sam Bennett
www.tepawines.com
Framingham Wines - Stef Suarez
www.framingham.co.nz
Hans Herzog Estate - Hans and Therese Herzog
www.herzog.co.nz
www.nzwinepodcast.com
www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast
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Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music
33 min
August 24, 2024 E89 Anna Flowerday - Te Whare Ra Wines
Anna & Jason Flowerday have owned and run Te Whare Ra since 2003 taking it to new heights and winning many awards for their wines and their efforts in organic farming. With both of them hailing from multi-generational wine backgrounds Anna is from McLaren Vale in South Australia.
www.twrwines.co.nz
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Music track featured on this podcast: ‘Here He Was’ – courtesy of Brent Page. Dog Squad Music
37 min

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