Matawhero rose wins gold at aromatics competition

THE New Zealand Aromatics Competition has awarded Matawhero Wines with the gold medal and Champion Rose Trophy. Formerly called the International Aromatics Wine Competition, the contest is now in its 14th year and highlights the best aromatic wine varieties available in New Zealand. “We are thrilled to receive this accolade as it acknowledges all the hard work our viticulture and wine-making team has put into our wines,” said Matawhero Wines owner Kirsten Searle.