What an incredible few days hosting Jak Nash from the iconic Dog Point Vineyard in Marlborough, New Zealand!

From inspiring trade tastings to customer visits that sparked meaningful conversations, the week was filled with connection, learning and a true celebration of what makes Dog Point so special.

For those unfamiliar, Dog Point Vineyard is not only one of Marlborough’s oldest privately established vineyards, but also New Zealand’s largest certified organic vineyard (certified by BioGro NZ). Family-owned and located on the beautiful hill slopes of the Southern Valleys, Dog Point has become a pioneer of organic and low-intervention winemaking in Marlborough.

The vineyard produces four exceptional wines:

• a vibrant Sauvignon Blanc,

• three barrel-fermented wines using natural wild yeasts — the acclaimed Section 94 Sauvignon Blanc (fermented in older French oak barrels), an elegant Chardonnay, and a refined Pinot Noir.

All wines are vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free, reflecting Dog Point’s commitment to a sustainable, low-intervention ethos. Above all, the family’s focus is on crafting wines of uncompromising quality — wines that are built to age gracefully and cellar beautifully.

Of course, no trip would be complete without some fantastic food and wine pairings along the way — the perfect opportunity to highlight the craftsmanship and character of these wines.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at tastings, shared their passion, and made these few days such a success. We can’t wait to do it all again soon!