News
The start of a new season
Publication date: 2 September 2010
The first day of spring has sprung and most of the pruning is done. Jeremy has been overseeing the pruning across all our grower sites as this is one of the most important times of the year; setting the vines up for the coming growing season.
Cuttings NSW to become Astrolabe’s new NSW distributor
Publication date: 23 June 2010
We are delighted to announce that Cuttings NSW will now be representing Astrolabe Wines in NSW and ACT in Australia. Part of the Young & Rashleigh Group, established since 1992 as a premium wine agent, they will showcase our wines in their new portfolio, Cuttings NSW.
Astrolabe's Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc finally in UK retail
Publication date: 8 October 2009
Astrolabe has selected Waitrose as its premium retail partner alongside Harrods in the UK.
Astrolabe's Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc finally in UK retail
Astrolabe launches "little sister" brand Durvillea
Publication date: 7 August 2009
Durvillea is a 'little sister' wine for established label Astrolabe Wines. It's made by Jane's husband Simon Waghorn. Taking responsibility for the wine after Simon's actually made it are his wife Jane, and their three daughters Meg, Libby and Arabella - with lots of help from the Astrolabe team. "This is a great chance for all of us to be more actively involved in the industry that's been a big influence in all of our lives."- Jane
Blending Begins
Publication date: 2 July 2009
The blending for the 2009 vintage wines is now underway, with Sauvignon Blanc being the first variety to be looked at.
2009 Fruit all in!!
Publication date: 29 April 2009
Our harvest is over with the last of our fruit coming in last Tuesday 21st April.
With perfect dry conditions throughout the whole of our picking schedule, the fruit is showing great promise for yet another year of stunning wines to add to the portfolio.
Astrolabe 2009 Harvest Begins
Publication date: 26 March 2009
The Astrolabe Wines 2009 harvest began today with our first pick of Pinot Gris grapes coming in to the winery from the Awatere Valley.
Astrolabe Appoints New GM
Publication date: 1 December 2008
The board of Astrolabe Wines is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Yank as its new General Manager.
Astrolabe 2008 Sauvignon Blanc wins IWSC Trophy
Publication date: 30 September 2008
The Astrolabe 2008 Voyage Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc has been awarded a Gold medal and taken the Sauvignon Blanc Trophy Wine at the prestigous International Wine and Spirits Competition in London.
New Releases
Publication date: 8 September 2008
OUR NEW 2008 WINES ARE NOW AVAILABLE.
Click on our wines page to view the range and purchase. Tasting Notes and Bottles shots can be downloaded from the link below.

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