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Marlborough Wine Festival on Pause | Auckland News

The Marlborough Wine and Food Festival, a beloved 40-year tradition, is taking a pause after its 2027 event is canceled — a tough but necessary decision as organizers realign resources to better support the local wine industry. Once a cornerstone of Marlborough’s global sauvignon blanc reputation, the festival has adapted through pandemic setbacks and a 2023 relocation. Now, with a renewed focus on strategic impact, Wine Marlborough is shifting gears toward the high-profile Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2027 conference, bringing international industry leaders to the region. While the iconic…

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