While we may be here for a short time, our impact can last longer than a lifetime. To our industry, sustainability means growing grapes and producing our world-famous wines in such a way that we can do so for generations to come.
The New Zealand Winegrowers Sustainability Report provides a snapshot of our sustainability journey. Our world-leading Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ) certification programme lives at the heart of this discussion.
The New Zealand wine industry remains committed to a sustainable future, a vision that industry leaders have been championing for over 30 years. Despite current turbulent global trade winds, the reputation of the New Zealand wine industry for high-quality, distinctive, and sustainable wines remains a constant, and the industry is focused on protecting its hard-won reputation for generations to come.
The 2025 New Zealand Winegrowers Sustainability Report takes the pulse of the industry’s progress with sustainability. The report provides a compelling snapshot, highlighting empirical data collected from its members that are certified by Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ) - encapsulating 98% of vineyard area, and around 90% of wine produced.
