About
The Marlborough Wine Show reviews and assesses entries using panels of experienced judges and rewards top-performing wines with trophies, gold, silver and bronze medals. The show provides a relevant, credible platform for Marlborough producers to promote their wines and is also a celebration of excellence - not only of Marlborough wines, but the local industry as a whole.
The Marlborough Wine Show, sponsored by QuayConnect, is run by Wine Marlborough Ltd to champion excellence, provenance and promote diversity of wines grown in New Zealand’s largest wine region.
2025 Key Dates:
Steward Applications Close - 10 August
Associate Judge Applications Close - 10 August
Entries Open - 19 August
Entries Close - 10 September
Samples Due - 3 October
Judging - 15-17 October
Industry tasting - 17 October
Results Notified - 23 October
Celebration & Trophy Presentation - 14 November 2025
Media Releases
18 June 2025 - Key Dates Announced
20 October 2024 - Marlborough’s flagship wine takes top award at 2024 Marlborough Wine Show
9 October 2024 - Sauvignon Blanc shines at 2024 Marlborough Wine Show
1 October 2024 - Tasting to get underway for the 2024 Marlborough Wine Show
Dedicated to showcasing excellence, provenance and diversity of Marlborough wines.
