Entries open for New World Wine Awards

Entries are open for the 2024 New World Wine Awards, which will select top wines under $25.

The competition is open to wineries from around Aotearoa and the world. Entries can be submitted online and close on Friday 21 June. 

After three days of blind judging, the top-ranked wines will make up a Top 50 under $25 list and receive nationwide distribution in more than 140 New World stores as well as marketing and promotional support in-store and out. 

“Now in its 22nd year, the New World Wine Awards offers a fantastic opportunity for wineries and distributors to showcase their top drops to customers in New World stores across both the North and South Island,” says Rachel Carter, who leads the category for Foodstuffs North Island.

Entrants do not have to be existing Foodstuffs suppliers to enter but must be able to supply enough product in the event of a win. There is a minimum volume of at least 4,000 bottles, or 1,800 for emerging varieties to help encourage an even wider spread of styles and producers to enter.

Judging takes place over three days with an independent panel made up of experts from across the wine industry, including respected winemakers and industry professionals. Jen Parr will return as the Chair of Judges.

The top-scoring wines will be tasted once again by all Senior Judges to determine the Top 50, and identify the Champions of each main varietal, and an overall Champion Red and Champion White. 

There are also entry opportunities for non-alcoholic wines and wines over $25. 

The full results will be announced later this year.

W: Entry details at newworld.co.nz/topwines