Date:
13 Feb 2025,
5.00PM – 6.00PM
duration:
1 hr
Venue:
Kim Crawford Winery
Address:
237 Hammerichs Road
Marlborough
Cost:
Free event
Register Add to Calendar 2025-02-13 17:00:00 2025-02-13 18:00:00 Pacific/Auckland Winery visit

Discover how one of the region's leading wineries produces an impressive 39 million litres of wine each year.

On this tour, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the winery's growth and cutting-edge innovations. Learn about the installation of a 4.5MW ammonia refrigeration system, complete with a new building and a major upgrade to the site’s glycol system. You'll also hear about exciting recent developments, including the construction of a state-of-the-art Press Hall—designed to hold 10 massive 100-ton presses six meters off the ground—and the automation of the grape receiving area, streamlining the journey from harvest to fermentation.

The winery is home to the internationally acclaimed Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, a brand loved across North America.

To wrap up your visit, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine paired with delicious platters, perfect for mingling and catching up with fellow guests.

The tour lasts 30–45 minutes, depending on your questions and interest, so don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the art of winemaking.

PPE (hard hat, hi-vis vest, safety boots) required.

Kim Crawford Winery Engineering New Zealand hello@engineeringnz.org

We're kicking off 2025 with a winery visit in Marlborough, a famous winegrowing region.

Discover how one of the region's leading wineries produces an impressive 39 million litres of wine each year.

On this tour, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the winery's growth and cutting-edge innovations. Learn about the installation of a 4.5MW ammonia refrigeration system, complete with a new building and a major upgrade to the site’s glycol system. You'll also hear about exciting recent developments, including the construction of a state-of-the-art Press Hall—designed to hold 10 massive 100-ton presses six meters off the ground—and the automation of the grape receiving area, streamlining the journey from harvest to fermentation.

The winery is home to the internationally acclaimed Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, a brand loved across North America.

To wrap up your visit, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine paired with delicious platters, perfect for mingling and catching up with fellow guests.

The tour lasts 30–45 minutes, depending on your questions and interest, so don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the art of winemaking.

PPE (hard hat, hi-vis vest, safety boots) required.

Presenters

Nelson-Marlborough Branch