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Read expert wine writing and reviews from Master of Wine Bob Campbell. Widely regarded as New Zealand’s 
 top wine expert, Bob  is one of only 394 people worldwide to earn the Master of Wine qualification. Awarded an ONZM in 2019 for services to the wine industry, Bob is a sought-after judge at national and international wine awards. 
Mates' fundraiser honours legendary winemaker
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Mates' fundraiser honours legendary winemaker

Sales of a tribute wine will fund a scholarship in memory of a Kiwi whose pinot noirs were twice judged the best in the world at the Oscars of winemaking. 

Bob Campbell MW 16 Oct 2022
Wine misers, listen up: Can you really get good wines for under $25?
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Wine misers, listen up: Can you really get good wines for under $25?

As the New World Under $25 wine awards loom on Monday, Master of Wine Bob Campbell says there are plenty of good New Zealand wines for less money than you'd think.

Bob Campbell MW 14 Oct 2022
Rothschilds buy Central Otago vineyard
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Rothschilds buy Central Otago vineyard

The family-owned company plans to convert an existing vineyard for organic pinot noir to rival Burgundy.

Staff reporters 10 Oct 2022
Fortify yourself with some classic ports, madeiras and sherries
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Fortify yourself with some classic ports, madeiras and sherries

New Zealand is the perfect place to drink fortified wines because it's never too hot here to enjoy them. 

Bob Campbell MW 02 Oct 2022