New Zealand wine production to increase

An NZ government agency estimates that the production this year will increase by 20% and that it will continue to increase by 10% per year until 2010. This years production is estimated to 185 000 tonnes. 55% of the production is exported. Exports are estimated to be worth $1 billion by 2010. The largest variety is of course Sauvignon Blanc, followed by Pinot Noir that has recently overtaken Chardonnay as number two. More info theage.com.au