Marlborough wineries in expansion mode to meet growing international demand

Marlborough wine companies are in expansion mode, planting vineyards and applying for resource consents to expand their wineries. The demand for New Zealand wine, which has seen exports double since 2008, has put the industry in an optimistic state of mind, with many wine companies planning for future growth. Wine Marlborough general manager Marcus Pickens said winery expansions and the rise in resource consents was led by increased plantings, which was in turn driven by demand.