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Emma Jenkins MW

Following a Diploma of Viticulture and Winemaking, Emma Jenkins achieved the Master of Wine qualification in 2011, becoming the ninth New Zealander to do so. She is a wine consultant and also writes for several wine publications, including The Independent Wine Monthly which she co-edits with Jane Skilton MW. A former judge at the Decanter World Wine Awards, Jenkins also judges at other local and international competitions. She teaches Wine and Spirit Education Trust courses and is the Master of Wine Research Paper Chair.

Discover North Canterbury – New Zealand's hidden gem

A pocketful of gravel, limestone and creative spirits...

New Zealand Pinot Noir Report 2025

New Zealand Pinot gets ever more compelling...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 15 December 25
One to watch: The Landing

Star of the north...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 7 December 25
New Zealand’s new faces: Six producers forging different paths

The long white cloud's new dawn...

By Emma Jenkins MW Last updated 26 November 25
A drink with… Graham Norton

The broadcaster and comedian speaks to Decanter...

By Emma Jenkins MW Last updated 13 October 25
How Māori winemakers are finding their voice in New Zealand’s wine industry

Increasing presence and visibility for Māori winemakers...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 1 September 25
Central Otago winemakers concerned at proposed gold mine

The site lies within an 'outstanding natural landscape'...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 7 August 25

Sustainability in New Zealand: ‘A matter of identity’

Emma Jenkins takes a deep dive...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 3 July 25
Appellation Marlborough Wine’s reveals interactive wine map

The map is 'equal parts atlas, climatology lesson and wine guide'...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 20 June 25
Cloudy Bay at 40: Raising a glass to a game changer

Assessing a Kiwi exemplar...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 14 June 25
New Zealand 2025 harvest report: A return to form

A look at the harvest across the regions...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 2 May 25
Why now is the time to embrace New Zealand Chardonnay

With 12 of the best bottles to buy...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 13 March 25
New Zealand Pinot Noir: Vintage report and 40 new releases rated

The cream of New Zealand's Pinot crop...

By Emma Jenkins MW Last updated 27 November 24

Gimblett Gravels: From wasteland to celebrated wine region

Gimblett's diamonds in the rough...

By Emma Jenkins MW Last updated 25 November 24
Appellation Marlborough Wine strengthens regional protection

The private grower group goes beyond the GI regulations...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 17 July 24
New Zealand rosé: A buyer’s guide

Top bottles to try...

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 21 June 24
Ata Rangi: The Pinot Noir pioneer of Martinborough

Notes and scores for 21 Ata Rangi wines including a Pinot Noir vertical...

By Emma Jenkins MW Last updated 10 May 24
New Zealand sparkling wine – the fizz to follow

19 exciting wines to try…

By Emma Jenkins MW Published 22 December 23